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Candi Muara Takus
리아우주
Buddhist temple complex and village in Riau, Sumatra, Indonesia
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the dense, verdant heart of Kampar Regency in Riau province, Sumatra. Before you stands Candi Muara Takus, a monumental testament to one of the most powerful maritime empires in Southeast Asian history: the Srivijaya…
Listen in the app2The Outer Enclosure and Architecture
As we begin our exploration, direct your attention to the perimeter of the complex. The entire sacred area of Candi Muara Takus is enclosed by a low wall, measuring roughly 74 by 74 meters. …
Listen in the app3Candi Tua (The Old Temple)
Standing prominently within the complex is Candi Tua, literally translating to 'The Old Temple.' This is the largest structure by mass in the entire Muara Takus enclosure. Take a moment to walk around its massive base. …
Listen in the app4Candi Bungsu (The Youngest Temple)
Adjacent to Candi Tua, you will find a structure known as Candi Bungsu, meaning 'The Youngest Temple.' Positioned slightly to the west of the iconic Stupa Mahligai, Candi Bungsu shares a similar fundamental design vocabulary with…
Listen in the app5Stupa Mahligai
We now approach the visual centerpiece of Candi Muara Takus: the Stupa Mahligai. Standing tall and elegant, this is the most intact and architecturally complex structure within the enclosure. …
Listen in the app6Candi Palangka
Situated near the Stupa Mahligai is the smallest of the main structures, known as Candi Palangka. The word 'Palangka' refers to an anvil, a base, or an altar. …
Listen in the app7Srivijaya and the River Route
To fully comprehend Candi Muara Takus, we must look beyond the bricks and consider its geographical placement. Why was such a magnificent temple built so far inland, seemingly isolated in the Sumatran jungle? …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our exploration of Candi Muara Takus comes to an end, take a final look at the striking contrast between the ancient red bricks and the vibrant green of the Sumatran landscape. This site offers a rare, tangible connection to…
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What is Candi Muara Takus?
Candi Muara Takus is a place in 리아우주 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 리아우주 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 0.9647, 100.2681 |
| Last updated |