MUSEUM SANGIRAN

Museum Sangiran

 

 

Sangiran is an archaeological site of the ancient human beings most in Asia. Areas covering an area of 56 km2 at the foot of Mount Lawu, Central Java, about 15 kilometers north of Surakarta in the Solo River Valley. The complete history of inform Sangiran life of early humans include habitat, patterns of life, animals that lived with him, until the process of occurrence of landscapes within no less than 2 million years old (Late Pliocene to late Middle Pleistocene).

In the meantime, the Museum is located in the neighborhood still Sangiran archaeological site. Here you can see around the 13809 collection of ancient human fossils and is the most comprehensive in Asia. There are also fossil vertebrates, fossil animals of the water, the rocks, fossils of marine plants, stone tools, and some types of animals such as Rhinoceros, cows, deer, Bull, and Buffalo. Audio visual room is also available for the fossil remnants of prehistoric life at Sangiran. Sangiran Museum currently being a magnificent museum with modern architecture. In isni you can see up close the fossil collection of early humans, animals that live in those days, to the equipment used.

Sangiran site is an interesting scientific attractions. This place has a high value to science and is an asset of Indonesia. Since 1977, Sangiran site established by the Minister of education and culture of Indonesia as a cultural heritage. 1996 Sangiran is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage sites as World Heritage (No. 593, document WHC-96/Conf. 201/21).

Since its establishment as a World Heritage by UNESCO, Sangiran gives his contribution to the development of science in the world especially the science of archeology, geology, biology, and paleoanthropologi. Judging from the results of his findings, the site is the site of ancient Sangiran most fully in Asia even in the world.

Sangiran site includes three subdistricts in Sragen district namely Kalijambe, Gemolong and Plupuh as well as Gondangrejo in Karanganyar Regency. Originally a dome is the Sangiran Site research dome Sangiran then eroding part of its peak forming a depression due to the movement of the flow of the river. On depression was found a layer of soil that contains information about life in the past.

In 1934 the anthropologist Gustav Heinrich Ralph von Koenigswald started the research in the area. In the following year excavations discovered fossils of Pithecanthropus erectus or Java man. There are about 60 more fossils of which are fossil Meganthropus palaeojavanicus are found on this site.

 

Dinas Pariwisata, Kebudayaan, Pemuda dan Olahraga Kabupaten Sragen 

Jl. Raya Sukowati No. 15 B - C (Kompleks Gedung Kartini)Sragen 57213, Jawa Tengah 

Telp. +62 71-7087446, 8822856  Fax. +62 71-894986

Website: www.pariwisata.sragenkab.go.idEmail : pariwisata@sragenkab.go.id

CORAL ON THE SEMBUKAN BEACH

 

WONOGIRI - Beach to be one of the favorite tourist destinations for tourists. One more south coast which has a beautiful view of the beach named Sembukan. Located in Paranggupito District, an area at the southern tip of Wonogiri, Central Java. Within 40 km from the city center Wonogiri, tourists usually require travel time of approximately 2 hours from the city to get to this place.

Big waves with the presence of big rocks into a landscape that is not irksome to be enjoyed at this beach. Another scenery that characterizes this beach is beautiful there are hills on the reef. The hills are a favorite place travelers to perpetuate their way in the form of photographs. A peaceful atmosphere with a beautiful panorama, make the most tourists like to spend time in this place. Even many of the tourist carrying a hook for fishing while enjoying the ripple of the waves and the stretch of coral.

In addition to panoramic views, the beach is also known as the myth. As with the other southern beaches, beach Sembukan also linked to the myth of the 'Nyi Roro Kidul'. Not infrequently, many spiritual leaders who come to this place to perform certain rituals. Moreover, on the beach is also often held events in local tradition. Ahead of 1 Suro, this beach would be very crowded with the activities of citizens together with the Surakarta palace courtiers and local authorities in the event Ageng float. Ageng float is done to give offerings to the marine authorities melarung kidul with the offerings into the sea.

Although it is fairly remote, access to this beach is sufficient. Throughout the trip travelers will also be pampered with a view of the rocks are typical. Interesting is not it? If you visit this beach, do not ignore the prohibitions related to local belief about the myth on this beach.

PRAMBANAN HISTORY

Prambanan Temple is said to be the most beautiful Hindu temple in the world. It is the biggest temple complex in Java with three main temples dedicated to the three great Hindu divinities, Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma, the symbols of Trimurti in Hindu belief.

According to the history, Rakai Pikatan, a Hindu prince from Sanjaya Dynasty, who had married into the ruling Buddhist Sailendra monarchy built all the temples in the Prambanan archaeological park in the 8^th century AD. In its original form, the temple complex contained over 250 large and small temples. The temple compound was expanded by successive Mataram kings with the addition of the hundreds of perwara temples around the central temples. It served as the royal temple of the Kingdom of Mataram for its religious ceremonies and sacrifices. However, in the 10^th century the temple was largely abandoned because the Mataram dynasty moved to East Java. It then collapsed during a major earthquake in the 16^th century.

Also locally known as Roro Jonggrang, legend has it that the 1,000^th statue of the temple was the statue of a slender virgin lady named Roro Jonggrang, who turned into stone by a young and powerful man named Bandung Bondowoso after her attempt to thwart Bondowoso’s effort in building a thousand temples and two wells in one night for the lady failed. Bondowoso was in love with Roro Jonggrang and asked her to marry him. However, Roro Jonggrang was full of hatred because Bondowoso killed her father; hence she tried to refuse his proposal by asking him a seemingly impossible task. As a man who had unseen troop of spirits, it was easy for Bondowoso to finish the task. After nearly a thousand temples had been built, Roro Jonggrang asked the villagers to pound rice and to set a fire in order to look like the morning had broken. This way, the spirits had no choice but left before completing the last one temple. Bondowoso realised that the lady had cheated him so he turned Roro Jonggrang into the 1,000^th statue. This is a very interesting folklore that local people love to share.

CURUG LAWE, HIDDEN PARADISE

 

Semarang city has many tourist destinations that are not less beautiful with other cities. There are many natural attractions that can be enjoyed by the tourists. Curug lawe is one of the natural attractions that exist in the district of Semarang, precisely in the Kalisidi Village, Sekaran Gunung Pati, Ungaran Barat subdistrict, Semarang regency, Central Java Province. The name Curug Lawe was taken because according to the story number of waterfalls that are good from the large to the smallest amount to 25 units, in the Java language "selawe".

There you will be pampered with a very cool natural atmosphere and also the roar of the water are quite heavy. Curug Lawe beauty is enchanting. Waterfall splashed down below the rocks there and also the stone wall crossed by the water looks so beautiful. The cool air makes visitors linger there.

To get to the waterfall Lawe, visitors will walk over rocks and also road up and down. Although the trip getting very tiring Curug lawe, along the journey visitors will be presented with a view that is very natural with a cool atmosphere and also the carpet of trees are still green and lush. Visitors going down the river irrigation water is clear and clean. After passing through the irrigation river, visitors will pass through the iron bridge underneath which also contained irrigation channels. Once on the bridge, visitors will find a crossroads pointing towards Curug Benowo and Curug Lawe. Yes, in addition to Curug Lawe visitors can also enjoy Curug Benowo because both are located sufficiently close. Curug Benowo no less beautiful waterfall with Curug Lawe. After passing through the cobblestone streets about 1 hour, the roar of the water will be heard and that's the sign you will arrive in Curug Lawe. The road to get to the waterfall are very slippery and you also have to pass a fairly swift streams. Not feel the roar and splash of water already there in front of your eyes. Tiring journey paid with the natural beauty that is so beautiful. Although the landscape is enchanting, you must remain vigilant because you're in the wilderness that may be unfamiliar to urban people.

Interesting Tour at Baturaden

 

Baturaden tourist sites in the south slope of Mount Slamet, Banyumas Regency, Central Java, approximately 640 meters above sea level and 6 km from the Summit of Mount Slamet, about 14 km north of the town of Purwokerto.

Due to its location on the slopes of Mount Slamet, Baturaden has Eve cool so that's a holiday or weekend, it many be seen by visitors. The number of tourists who come to make the officials providing facilities like hotels, lodging, and a camping ground.

Some points of interest worth visiting when in Baturaden, among others:

 

1. Shower and shower Telu Baturaden Pitu

Pitu shower and shower Telu Baturaden is a hot springs containing sulfur. Thermal baths is believed to help cure a variety of diseases. The water temperature in the Shower bath and shower Telu Pitu it ranged from 60 up to 70 degrees centigrade.

Both this shower is one of the most favorite tourist location and also the most famous in Baturaden. In addition to the hot water dip while enjoying views of the green mountains, you can also try massage 7500 Rupiah with the price of sulfur every 15 minutes. Hot Springs here also believed it could help cure diseases of the skin.

2. The pool of Silent

Silent Lake is located in the tourist center of Baturaden. Silent Lake is a spring that is very clear. The water here is also very cool and fresh. Unfortunately if you visit this Lake, you are forbidden to swim or bathe. This prohibition is enforced as a form of maintaining the safety of the tourists who visit.

3. Camping

In addition to the thermal baths and the famous Lake, at Baturaden also there are campsites or camping ground which usually is often used as a place for the outbound. In 2001, this camping ground was once the location of the National Scout Movement Jamboree.

4. Kaloka Widya Mandala

Kaloka Widya Mandala is the zoo that is also used as a place of education. These sights was promulgated by the Regent Chief of Banyumas Regencies h. Djoko Sudantoko on May 17, 1995.

Widya Mandala Kaloka in there are a variety of animal species which originates from within and outside the country. Some animal species that are present in the Park include orang utan, Eagle, Bantam, fowl, deer, monkey, crocodile, snake, k, cow, goat leg three, porcupines, iguanas, birds of paradise, bats, elephants, monkeys, and some other rare wildlife.

5. The natural theatre of Baturaden

Theater of this nature is one of the most attractive tourist sites in Baturaden, because this theater is a movie theater in the shape of a plane. Aircraft type Foxer 28 belonging to Garuda Indonesia stood on top of a 600 metres, right next to the entrance of this tourist attraction.

This movie didn't deliver Hollywood movies or film, but a film about nature and culture of the motherland Indonesia as tsunami tragedy, stories or events, PART of the culture of Mount Merapi. The duration of the film is there in the theater about 10 to 15 minutes.

The theater of nature is intended for visitors who have never boarded the plane in order to feel the sensation of the fly while watching a movie on the screen that has been provided in the aircraft. To enter the theatre you will only need to pay 5000 Dollars only. Cheap isn't it?

 

SENSATION OF MANGROVE ECOTOURISM PEKALONGAN

 

 

The weekend is a great time to fill the day with new experiences. Traveled to the coastal areas could be an option. Feel the breeze on my face or see the waves ripple. If you want to feel the sensation, Pekalongan Mangrove Park (PMP), may be an option.

Located in the Village of Kandang Panjang, District of Pekalongan, Pekalongan, PMP is a mangrove conservation area that also serves as ecotourism. Various facilities have been available to visitors, such as pedestrian paths to see the scenery, viewing tower, shelter, and breeding areas for practice

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Not only that, the business also provides a tour boat that resembles a banana boat. At a cost of Rp 10,000 / person, visitors could see the various types of mangrove plants close. The sensation that is not less interesting is the time accross the aisle of love. Hallway of love is actually a row of mangrove plants that grow fast and thick to form the hallway.

As a unique and valuable habitats, mangrove forests, was also important as the basis for the establishment of marine ecosystem food chain, and to prevent coastal erosion. Ecotourism Mangrove become one of the right efforts in order to invite the public to participate in protecting the environment.

Van Der Wijck : Leading Defense Castle in South Java

 

Since the colonial period to the kingdom , some areas in Central Java is the center of government and commerce . No wonder so many historical relics such as the buildings we can still see today , such as the castle , offices , stations, and so on. One proof of the historical heritage in Central Java is the fortress of Van Der Wijck .

The fort is located in Gombong, about 19 km from the city center of Kebumen, a Dutch colonial forts that are unique . Uniqueness of Van Der Wijck fort located in buildings made entirely of bricks . Even octagonal fort roof is also made of solid bricks and made to resemble the small hills , so it is ideal as a defense once reconnaissance .

Age fortress estimated to be hundreds of years because it was built during the Diponegoro war 

(1825-1830). This estimate is associated with theexistence of Kyai Giyombong and Kyai Gajahguling in Gombong. Both figures support Diponegoro in Bagelen ( South Kedu ) .

During the Japanese occupation, Fort Van Der Wijck complex functioned as a training ground member of PETA ( Defenders of the Homeland ) , an organization established by the Japanese Indonesian army to confront the allies . At this time , Japan Dutch writings cover with black paint .

Dutch regained control Gombong through military aggression in July 1947 . Subsequently the Dutch created a line of demarcation or boundary lines known as the line of demarcation Van Mook as the Dutch - Indonesian jurisdiction . The Complex of Fort Van Der Wijck serve as headquarters for the front-line defense against the forces of Indonesia which is located in the east of the Kemit river.

After the Dutch left Indonesia , the castle complex used by the Army . cooperation with the private sector as an investor , Fort Van Der Wijck developed as a tourist attraction since 2000. Now Van Der Wijck fort complex has been equipped with various facilities , including kids games, conference hall , and tourist hotel that still retains the original architecture of the building .

In addition to historical tours , Kebumen also has the potential of marine tourism is very vast stretches in the south , among others Menganti Beach , Logending Beach , Beach suwuk , Petanahan Beach , and Beach Karangbolong . Each has its own uniqueness with big waves typical of south coast .

KLAWING RIVER, WONDERFUL PLACE ADRENALINE BOOSTERS

Klawing Rafting

Purbalingga - famous for its tourist water rides that nothing else is Owabong. But not only have fun playing on the ground, that's it. Travelers also traveled while exercising water, which may be used as reference traveled in the Purbalingga city.

This exercise is enough to make your adrenaline in the test and of course, your eyes are spoiled by the beauty of the landscape presented by nature. Yes, Riverboarding name. Challenging water sports tourists can try at Klawing River, which divides into two regions Purbalingga.

Riverboarding (river surfing), including a new water sports and instantly loved by the community in recent years. Fortunately, the river had become the location Klawing Riverboarding national championships in February 2014 ago. The location is most suitable to exercise once traveled this water begins Majapura village, sub-district and ends at sector Bobotsari Onje in Onje Village, District Mrebet Purbalingga. At approximately 7 kilometers along the trip takes about 1.5 to 2 hour, you will go through the rapids with a difficulty level of grade 2 to 3.

There tourists not only be satisfied with a unique view of the cliffs and trees around the River Klawing course, but the collaboration between the strong flow of the river and the natural rocks typical Klawing, making water sports there arouse the adrenaline every tourist who try it. Neat collaboration, making Klawing river is suitable for rafting and a variety of other exciting water sports. Not far from the river Klawing, you can shift to Tuntung River Mountain, Village Limbasari, District Bobotsari, which is a solid location for water sports bet kayaking and tubing.

To get there, it takes a bit of a struggle with driving a small vehicle as far as 17 kilometers to the north of the city Purbalingga. However, the struggle will be paid immediately by the beauty of the mountain village atmosphere, Niagara Patra Wisa, as well as towering cliffs along the way that will not make the tourists approached boredom.

So, are you ready your adrenaline tested there?

 

Visiting Borobudur Central Java

When to go:

Yogyakarta is blessed with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. Generally speaking, the days are hot and humid, with only two seasons per year: the rainy season and the dry season. November to March is dominated by strong rainfall, therefore it is recommended to visit Yogyakarta during the dry season from April to October.

Mark Zuckerberg with Dex Torricke-Barton visit to Borobudur Central Java

 Borobudur Opening Times:

Monday to Sunday: 06:00 am to 05:00 pm
Entry fees:
Indonesian or KITAs card holder: IDR 30.000
Indonesian children*: IDR 12.500
Foreigner – Adult: US$ 20
Foreigner – Student* (registered): US$ 10
Optional: tour guide inside the temple: IDR 40.000

How to get to Borobudur from Yogyakarta:

By public bus:
From the airport:

1. Take the ‘Trans Jogja Bus’ No. 3A or No. 3B to Terminal Giwangan. Price: IDR 3000 one way (operational times: 05:30am to 09:30pm)
2. From Terminal Giwangan change onto one of several buses with Borobudur as final stop.           Price: IDR 10.000 (operational times: 06:00am to 05:00pm)

From Yogyakarta City:

1. Take the ‘Trans Jogja Bus’ No. 3A from ‘Malioboro’ bus station to Terminal Giwangan.             Price: IDR 3000 one way (operational times: 05:30am to 09:30pm)
2. From Terminal Giwangan change onto one of several buses with Borobudur as final stop.           Price: IDR 10.000 (operational times: 06:00am to 05:00pm)

Return from Borobudur: Same buses, rates and timings.

TransJogja Bus

Tip: If you wish to experience Borobudur for sunrise, book a private car (with driver) or take a taxi, as it is not possible to reach Borobudur before sunset via public transportation.



By Taxi:

via airport taxi:
If you plan to transfer immediately towards Borobudur from Adisucipto International Airport in Yogyakarta, you first have to purchase a fixed price ticket for your ride from the taxi desk at the arrival hall (note: the same goes at the airport in Bali, there is a monopoly of the taxi company at the airport). However, there is no requirement of any additional payment to the driver later. Simply take the receipt, walk over to the official taxi stand and hand-over it to the driver.

Rajawali Taxi:
Tel.: +62 274 512 976
Address:
Jalan AM Sangaji 16, Yogyakarta
The taxi fare is around IDR 250.000 and takes about 50 minutes from Adisucipto International Airport.
All taxi companies are allowed to carry guests to the airport, but only Rajawali will carry guests from the airport.

via regular taxi:

The taxi fare is around IDR 200.000 and takes about 45 minutes from Yogyakarta.
JAS Taxi
Tel.: +62 274 37 37 37
Address:
PT. Jari Alam Supatra (JAS)
Jalan Kapten P. Tendean 39, Yogyakarta

Indra Kelana Taxi
Tel.: +62 274 56 55 65
Address:
Jalan Mangkubumi Pangeran 56, Yogyakarta
By car:
Taking a car is a comfortable alternative if travelling in a group or with your family.
Self-drive:

Prabu Transport
Tel.: +62 274 447 7563; +62 274 742 9669
Address:
Puri Permata II No. 8 Condongcatur, Depok, Sleman
Yogyakarta
Rates start at IDR 275.000 for 24 hours for a Honda Jazz or similar, excluding fuel, driver, etc.
Fuel: IDR 6500/l

Wan Transport ( free car delivery to airport)
Tel.: +62 812 2207; +62 274 821 4533
Address:
Jalan Imogiri Barat Trimulyo, Jetis, Bantul
Yogyakarta
Rates start at IDR 200.000 for 12 hours for a Toyota Avanza or similar, excluding fuel, driver,etc.
Vehicle with driver:

Adam Transport (standby at the airport)
Tel.: +62 823 2389 7555, +62 858 7834 6106, +62 877 3936 5095
Address:
Glondong RT 06 RW 01 Tirtomartani, Kalasan, Sleman
Yogyakarta
Rates start at IDR 325.000 for 12 hours for a Toyota Avanza or similar, excluding fuel, entry fees, etc.

Seven Transport Jogja
Tel.: +62 812 2768 5685; +62 815 7813 4423
Address:
Gedongan, Gilangharjo, Pandak, Bantul
Yogyakarta
Rates start at IDR 250.000 for a Suzuki APV or similar, excluding fuel, entry fees, etc.

By motor scooter:
From Yogyakarta: Rates will be at around IDR 50.000 for 24 hours , for a Honda Vario or similar. There are various shops offering rentals, you may ask your concierge/reception staff for the nearest one. A recommendable rental company:

Bening Transport
Address:
Samirono Lama CT VI/22 Selman,
Yogyakarta
Tel.: +62 274 547440, +62 274 826 3214

Transportation around the temple:

By motor scooter:
Around the temple: Renting a motor scooter around the temple is more expensive than from Yogyakarta, with rates starting at IDR 50.000-70.000 for 12 hours.
By bike:
Taking a bike to explore the picturesque surroundings of Borobudur is not only a great choice, but also a sustainable one. Bike rentals from around the temple cost between IDR 10-25.000 for 10-12 hours.

Where to stay:

Around Borobudur:
Hotel Manohara  Borobudur*** (distance to Borobudur: 400m)
Jalan Badrawati – Komplek Taman Wisata Candi Borobudur
Magelang 56553
Tel.: +62 293 788131 788680
Fax: +62 293 788679
www.manoharaborobudur.com
Email: reservation@manoharaborobudur.com
Hotel Plataran Borobudur**** (distance to Borobudur: 1.07 km)
Dusun Tanjungan
Magelang 56553
Tel.: +62 293 788 888
Fax: +62 293 788 699
www.plataran.com/area/borobudur
Email: info@plataranborobudur.com
Villa Borobudur***** (distance to Borobudur: 590m)
Dusun Pete – Majaksingi
Magelang 56553
Tel.: +62 293 552 5520
www.villaborobudur.com
Email: info@villaborobudur.com
Around Yogyakarta:
The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta***** – Mgallery Collection
Jalan Jenderal Sudiman 9
55233 Yogyakarta
Tel.: +62 274 566617; Fax: +62 274 566856
www.mgallery.com
Email: info@thephoenixyogya.com
Jambuluwuk Malioboro Boutique Hotel****
Jalan AM Sangaji  No. 72 a
55233 Yogyakarta
Tel.: +62 274 641 5555, Fax: +62 274 641 5588
www.hoteltentrem.com
Email: sales@hoteltentrem.com

Good to know:

1. Borobudur has a dress code which says to dress politely and modestly, cover shoulders and knees, however sandals are fine.
2. Visiting Borobudur for sunrise is a must-do; the Manohara Hotel is the only hotel on the grounds of Borobudur with a sunrise tour commencing at 04:30 am, before the majority of tourists arrive.
   Foreigner: IDR 380.000
   Indonesian: IDR 250.000
   In-house guests: IDR 230.000. For more details, please contact: sales@manoharaborobudur.com
3. Plan a full day to visit Borobudur. One purchased ticket allows you to visit all sites of the complex.
4. The definition of Borobudur is a combination of two words: BARA and BUDUR. Bara is derived from the Sanskrit word VIHARA, meaning a complex of temples, monastery or dormitory. BUDUR is derived from the Balinese BIDUHUR, meaning ‘high’.
5. If you stay around Borobudur, try the Elephant Safari and explore the villages and the surrounding in a truly unique way.
   Prices: IDR 250.000 (30 minutes) to IDR 1.500.000 (150 minutes). Email: info@borobudurwisata.com

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HISTORY OF THE BOROBUDUR

A Watercolour painting of borobudur by Sir Stamford Raffles. Copyright Trustees of the British Museum

 

Borobudur was built around the year 800 Ad or 9th century. The temple was built by the adherents of Mahayana Buddhism during the reign of the sailendra dynasty. This temple was built during the heyday of Syailendra dynasty. The founder of the temple namely King Samaratungga originating from the House or the Syailendra dynasty. The possibility of this temple was built around the year 824 M and finished approximately by the 90s 900 A.d. during the reign of Queen Pramudawardhani who was the daughter of Samaratungga. While the architect who built this temple, according to a story passed down through generations named Gunadharma.

Borobudur Temple

The word Borobudur based on first written evidence written by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, Governor General of United Kingdom in Java, which gave the name of this temple. There is no written evidence that the older name of Borobudur at this temple. Only the oldest document which shows the existence of this temple is the book of Nagarakertagama, written by Mpu Prapanca in 1365. In the book it is written that this temple was used as a place of Buddhist meditation.

The meaning of the name Borobudur "monastery in the hills", which comes from the word "bara" (temple or Monastery) and "beduhur" (the hills or high place) in Sanskrit. Therefore, in accordance with the meaning of the name Borobudur, then this place is historically used as a place of Buddhist worship.

This temple for centuries is no longer used. Then due to volcanic eruptions, most of the buildings of the temple covered volcanic soils. In addition, the building also covered a wide range of trees and shrubs for centuries. Then the building of this temple is starting to be forgotten at the time Islam came to Indonesia around the 15th century.

In 1814 when the United Kingdom occupied Indonesia, Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles hears of the existence of a giant-sized Antiquities discovery in the village of Bumisegoro region. Because of his interest in the history of Java, then Raffles immediately ordered H.C. Cornelius Netherlands, an engineer, to investigate the location of discovery which was then in the form of a hill full of shrubs.

Cornelius was assisted by about 200 men cut down trees and get rid of the Bush that covered the hulking building. Because considering the building already fragile and could collapse, then the Cornelius reported to Raffles the discovery includes some pictures. Due to the discovery that, Raffles awarded as the person who started the restoration of Borobudur Temple and got the attention of the world. In 1835, the entire Temple was successfully excavated. The temple continued to be restored during the colonization of the Netherlands.

After Indonesia became independent, in 1956, the Government of Indonesia requested assistance of UNESCO to examine the damage. Then in 1963, the official government decision out Indonesia to do the restoration of Borobudur temple with the help of UNESCO. But this new restoration really began on August 10, 1973. The process of restoration was completed in 1984. Since 1991, Borobudur Temple was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO or world heritage.