Borobudur is a Buddhist stupa and temple complex in CentralJava Indonesia dating from the 8th century, and and UNESCO World Heritage site.
This is one of world's truly great ancient monuments, the single largest
Buddhist structure anywhere on earth, and few who visit fail to be taken by
both the scale of place, and the remarkable attention to detail that went into
the construction. Set as it is in the heart of the verdant Kedu Plain, the
backdrop of mighty active volcanoes only enhances the sense of awe and drama.
Borobudur is best seen at dawn, when the air is fresh and
full of birdsong. As the mist begins to lift, the sun scales the surrounding
volcanoes and terraced fields, and highlights the stone reliefs and the many
faces of Buddha. Glimpsing Borobudur for the first time is often a deeply felt
emotional experience.