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  1. I have been to Borobudur Temple and I have loved it. It was so serene and beautiful even though it was crowded when I visited it. I was there for the sunrise but unfortunately it was too cloudy while I was there and I did not see the sunrise. But I did have a nice time seeing all the Buddhas and learning about the place.

    1. It is a beautiful place. I would like to go back at least one more time for the sunrise and the sunset. Then touring the area with a Volkswagen Safari.

  2. I can see Indonesia is truly a fascinating country where there are a lot to explore. This particular Borobudur Temple is very popular among tourists but didn’t know about the fact of touching the Buddha’s head while making wish. Interesting 😀 BTW I’m enjoying your lovely family conversation, hehehe.

    1. Well, touching the Buddha’s head was very popular for years. Maybe in the beginning it’s a tourism reason to bring people to come to the temple. I don’t know. Oh, I’m glad you enjoyed our family conversation. 🙂

  3. The temple structure is impressive and beautiful! Too bad about the weather and the vast difference in entrance fees for locals and visitors though. Your son is adorable and funny to!

    1. Yeah, Borobudur is a beautiful temple. I was impressed on how people from centuries ago could build something like this.

  4. This temple looks incredible! I really appreciate your attention to detail in this post. It’s so important to be prepared with water, sunscreen and a hat when you explore sites like this.

  5. I get your feeling. I have been to places that have changed way too much over the years. The second or third visit doesn’t feel the same. It is like part of the magic of a place is gone when a place gets overcommercialized. By the way, keep writing about Indonesia since there seem to be people that do not know a lot about it (not sure why, it is a big country full of wonderful places).

    1. That’s my plan, to write more about Indonesia. Most people only know about Bali while Indonesia is more than that. Wait for them to come!

  6. I couldn’t help but laugh at your son’s wish for elevators to the top. But the temple does look amazing. We always prefer offseason or weekdays as well so not to have to deal with so many people around.

    1. I think when you climbed so many stairs under an intense heat, it came right away to your mind. Hahaha… I still remember him coming back from the top all sweaty and burned.

    1. That’s what we thought. The next day we went to another temple, Prambanan, and it was the same arrangement. My husband refused to go in but because I haven’t been to that temple, he agreed to come with us. And yes, Borobudur Temple is incredible. It’s also the biggest Buddhist temple in the world.

  7. Borobudur looks beautiful. the design and layout def seems like an experience to just be surrounded by. I’ll def note to avoid the summer season and good tip on the prices for foreigners!

    1. It’s beautiful and huge! If you can visit during off season, it will definitely be another experience to what we had.

  8. This looks like a beautiful place that has been found by too many tourists. It’s too bad when people are trying to sell you things in the parking lot, especially when the place you are visiting is something like a temple.

    1. I don’t like the scene at the parking lot. But when I think about it again, most of the tourists that day were locals. Probably 90% and it’s because of the school holiday. It will be different when you go off season, I believe.

  9. I had thought Bali is the only thing to see in Indonesia, didnt know there are historical temples such as Borobudur. I’d also get angry at the stigmatization for fees, nevetherless, I’d pay just to explore this temple. And the sunrise tour sounds pretty much decent.

    1. Aww… Indonesia is more than Bali. If you go to my blog, you can read about Flores Island, to the east of Bali. And I will write more about Indonesia.

  10. Your son’s comment “Lots of the statue lost their heads” had me chuckling. I have yet to visit Indonesia and the only city I hear about is Bali. It is great to hear another town as Borobudur. I would definitely love to visit and see the headless statutes 😉

    1. No doubt Bali is the most popular tourist destination in Indonesia. But there are more places that are still pristine and not too touristic in Indonesia. You can read about Flores in my blog there are more to come. Well, I hope you will get to see that headless statues. 🙂

  11. What a beautiful place and you capture it so well in your photos and writing. I will be following along for more info since me and my lady friend will be headed there in a few months!!!

  12. This reminded me a lot of when I went to Angkor Wat. It was hot and lots of people… and I did the sunrise tour. That was pretty magical! The weather can definitely make or break an adventure so it’s important to stay hydrated and wear appropriate clothing for sure!

    1. I can imagine that! I still have to visit Angkor Wat though. I’m sure there will be lots of similarity in terms of the style.

    1. Borobudur is fascinating! When I was in elementary, my teacher said they built the temple by using egg whites to glue the rocks pieces.

  13. A family from Texas complaining about the heat must mean it was HOT! However, the pictures look amazing and I’m sure the temple is beautiful with a great historic vibe!

    1. In Indonesia they said it’s because the government doesn’t subsidize the providences anymore. Each providence has to take care of themselves.

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