Thursday, November 27, 2008

Candi Sukuh, Solo, Indonesia.

Candi Sukuh is located nearly 1000 meters up the slopes of the holy mountain of Gunung Lawu. It was built towards the end of the Majapahit kingdom in the 15th century and is noted for its unique design. It is a Hindu temple that also has Buddhist and animist design elements, as well as a stepped pyramid that has been called Mayan in appearance.

The art at Candi Sukuh is superb, including outstanding bas reliefs, giant turtle altars, and carvings of animals. It is relatively untouristed due to its more remote location.










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