Friday, November 28, 2008

Candi Seto, Solo, Indonesia

The 15th century temple of Candi Seto is located higher up the holy mountain of Gunung Lawu than Candi Sukuh at an elevation of 2200 meters. It was one of the last Hindu temples to be built in Java. There are outstanding views of the mountain slopes and rice fields from the temple grounds, and the mountain mists can make for an excellent atmosphere.

Candi Seto is built on multi-level terraces contains a small number of carvings and statues, but much fewer than Candi Sukuh. The site is also not in as good condition as Candi Sukuh and receives few visitors.