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Mendut Temple was once
linked to Pawon and Borobudur Temple by a stone-paved walk. It was built about the same
time as Borobudur, as well as the Pawon Temple. It is believed that there was apparently
some ritual link between the three temples. On
the outside walls, superbly carved beautiful reliefs, |
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which are the largest
that have been found in Indonesia. They cover the surfaces of the walls with large single
panels with magnificent artistry and details. But those beautiful reliefs still could not prepare you for the the more stunning
impact of the interior, which is even more impressive. There is a 3-metre high statue of
Buddha, figured as Sakyamuni - Light of the World - flanked by smaller figures of
bodhisattvas, Lokesvara and Vajrapani. Many experts said that this temple is, "one of
the greatest manifestations of Buddhist spiritual thought and art...."
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