Sukuh Temple
Sukuh Temple
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One of Southeast Asia's most interesting temples is unique in design and decoration.
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AZCasualTraveler
Mesa, AZ2,438 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
The Sukuh Temple was built around the 15th century and is located on Lawu Mountain, not far from another well known Indonesian temple, Cetho Temple. Sukuh Temple was built up on three layers of terraces, so there are 3-sets of steps to get to the top terrace. The top terrace has the main temple structure that is unique among the other Indonesian temples. The Sukuh Temple main structure has an architectursl design resembling that of a Mayan pyramid, which is quite different among other tenples in Indonesia. There are steps within the pyramid-shaped temple building that takes you to the top of the temple which provides you with some very nice views of the Temple grounds area and of the valley below the mountain.
Written December 12, 2023
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Samuel Pasaribu
Bekasi, Indonesia3,272 contributions
Oct 2020
I visited this temple when they almost close and there were only us remaining in the temple. So we could really enjoy our time exploring the temple.
There were 3 terraces where the first from gate was the lowest and the third was the highest where the main temple was located.
This temple is very unique. We could see some human reproductive organs. Some people call it erotic temple. But I saw this temple looks like Aztec piramid and I prefer call it The Aztec of Indonesia.
There were 3 terraces where the first from gate was the lowest and the third was the highest where the main temple was located.
This temple is very unique. We could see some human reproductive organs. Some people call it erotic temple. But I saw this temple looks like Aztec piramid and I prefer call it The Aztec of Indonesia.
Written November 3, 2020
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Raymond W
Townsville, Australia4,535 contributions
Nov 2010 • Couples
By the time this temple was built at the end of the 15th century, much of Java's coastal areas had already converted to Islam. Therefore, Candi Sukuh marks the end of Java's period of Hindu temple building. As other reviewers have noted, it is so different from the temples on the plains, that it really seems to belong to another culture. No Buddhist serenity here. Strange and even grotesque mythical creatures appear in the carvings, as do sexually explicit carvings. Perhaps this truncated pyramid was some kind of fertility shrine. Surrounded by flowering shrubs and leafy trees, it is still a lush and fertile place today. The whole complex has a potent mystical air and is highly recommended.
Written September 28, 2011
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May 2014 • Friends
The location is on the hill, The air is fresh and on the way to go there you can see tea plantation.
But not easy to find toilet or good restaurant in this tourist attraction. You only can find "warung"
But not easy to find toilet or good restaurant in this tourist attraction. You only can find "warung"
Written March 20, 2015
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dwi_indonesia
Solo, Indonesia6 contributions
Jun 2012 • Business
I went to the temple many times . because I am a tour Guide in solo. They are two temples at the hill near solo. They very empresive and good view. One of the temples arounded by Tea plantation hill. Don`t miss it
Written December 1, 2012
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yusuf medan
Medan, Indonesia70 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
its very clean area, well maintained and you can buy a book telling the history of the temple before you enter this place. so you knows well about the story behind all the statue. Don't forget to bring umbrella or raincoat, the weather keep changing there,
Written April 11, 2015
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Alex
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia42 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
This temple is located in the slope of the mountain. Didnt seem to have access to public transportation system. Entrance fee is super cheap, like 4k IDR per person So, if you decide to go there ( you have to), better to rent a car from downtown solo. Try to avoid going there after 2pm, foggy and (might be) rainy. You may also want to go to the tea plantation, like 20 mins drive. There is a nice cafe too at the plantation (forget the name).
Written June 17, 2014
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Andhika G
Balikpapan, Indonesia57 contributions
May 2014 • Friends
This temple location at Lawu Mountain slope and have good view. This temple give information about how people to go to nirwana.
Some artifact have adult content like naked male and female artifact. I suggest u to read information in the front before u entered into the temple.
Some artifact have adult content like naked male and female artifact. I suggest u to read information in the front before u entered into the temple.
Written June 2, 2014
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Venisiana D
Jakarta, Indonesia268 contributions
Jan 2012 • Family
It takes 2 hours from Solo, in a beautiful road full of tea plantations up the mountain. You will see statues of creatures not commonly seen in other temples. As this is a Shiva temple, a lot of the statues depict male organ. Phallic symbol means power in nature. Some Hindhu visitors still use this place to pray. A nice highlight of Solo,
Written January 24, 2012
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Gilda Sagrado
Bali, Indonesia7 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
An ancient temple worth visiting for its deep roots. Discovering relics from age old kingdoms, in a well-preserved serene setting.
Written July 26, 2019
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Halloo.mhn info.jalan menuju lokasi bgmn? Utk mobil besar dan matic apkh bs lewat berpapasan ? Kanan kiri jln dataran ato tebing /jurang ?.trima kasih.
Written May 13, 2022
mohon info..menuju k lokasi dr semarang brp lama? apkah jalanan berliku /curaman tanjakan /sempit ? utk mobil matic apkh mampu ? berbayarkah? tks
Written February 17, 2019
Dari semarang via tol kisaran 3 jam. Akses jalan lumayan curam jangan berspekulasi klw anda baru bisa nyetir mending sewa sopir.
Written November 14, 2019
mohon info..menuju k lokasi dr semarang brp lama? apkah jalanan berliku /curaman tanjakan /sempit ? utk mobil matic apkh mampu ? berbayarkah? tks
Written February 17, 2019
mohon info :kalo dari salatiga...ke arah mana ?? apakah ckup.aman bl mengendarai mobil.pribadi menuju lokasi ??seperti jln berliku liku..tanjakan .. berbatu dsb nya... apakah cukup aman bila membawa anak batita ?? mohon saran.tks
Written November 10, 2016
saya ke candi sukuh bulan September 2016 .. jalanan menuju candi sukuh halus tapi nanjak banget, hati2 licin, berliku2 .. butuh driver yg handal. mengendarai mobil atau motor aman. membawa anak batita aman, asalkan ketika sampai di candi diawasi krn banyak anak tangga.
Written November 14, 2016
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