Samstag, 24. Juli 2010

Indonesia Borobodur

This temple complex, not far from Yogjakarta was constructed in the 9th century, has been destroyed by several volanic erruptions and contains more than 72 buddah images. The complex on the side is decorated by Budha Gautamas story of life. For those who dont know, Budah was actually Prince Sidharta. During his exploration outside of the palace he experienced things, that he has never seen or done before. The met bind people, people who were sick and dying. After this, he left the palace and became a hermit. When he became a hermit, he was not satisfied with what his scholars were teaching him so he joined Bodhi tree in India and got the highest knowledge. After this he has changed his name into Budah Gautama. This story is engraved into the walls of the temple complex and whilst walking up the complex clockwise you can see the story of his life.











2 Kommentare:

  1. I love your trip, and I love that you get this deep insight, finally someone I can talk to about Budha...Enjoy, the rest of the stay! When are you back???

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  2. Hunny, we ll be coming back on the 21 or 22 of september. I am not quite sure but I let you know in time.

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