Barong Temple

A. Overview

If you want to enjoy the holiday by visiting the temple, you'll want to enjoy the charm of the other temples are no less interesting than the Prambanan Temple or the Temple of Borobudur. Have a look at Barong Temple, one of the unique temples located in the south of Prambanan temple in the hills rather Sambirejo Village, Prambanan District, Sleman regency.
Unlike the other Hindu temples became places of worship of Siva (the god of destruction), Candi Barong is a complex of worship to worship the god Vishnu and his wife, Goddess Lakshmi or known by the name of Dewi Sri (the goddess of fertility for agriculture). Worship of the god Vishnu and Goddess Sri is, according to Dra. Andi Riana (Unit Head Candi Barong) is probably due to the soil conditions around the temple are barren and infertile. Thus, by worshiping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Sri soil conditions are expected to be fertile.

This temple complex discovered by the Dutch around the year 1913, when the sugar cane plantations perluasaan to support the production of sugar factories. At that time, the condition of the temple in ruins and are difficult to identify its original form. New in the 1970's began to do restoration projects. The process of stacking the temple began to experiment conducted in 1978, and finally succeeded in restoring the building the first temple in 1994. In the following years, held the second restoration of the temple, the restoration of the fence, and the restoration of the talut (the edge of sloping temple complex).

B. Privileges
Barong temple complex has three terraces. The first terrace is the temple's outer yard, bordered by a stone line is a blank area that is considered profane. The second terrace above the first terrace is composed of piles of stones. On the second terrace was found several octagonal stone base, which is the foundation of the building is estimated pavilion made of wood. The second terrace is regarded as a semi-profane area. While the third terrace is a sacred area, where there are two temples: the first temple to worship the god Vishnu, while the second temple to worship the Goddess Sri. The third terrace is the highest area, where to enter, visitors must pass through the staircase and a gate that is composed of andesite stone.

According to Andi Riana, based on archaeological data, the two temples are not built at the same time, but every few years after the first temple completed. This can be seen from the widening talut done on time to build the second temple. Barong temple complex is expected to be built around the 9th century to 10th century CE. The shape and size of the temple is almost the same. The first temple measuring 8.20 mx 8.20 m to 9.25 m high, whereas the second temple measuring 8.25 mx 8.25 m with a height of 9.25 m.

Barong visit this temple, you will find some of the uniqueness that can not be found in the temples other Hindu heritage in Yogyakarta and Central Java. The first is the uniqueness of makara decoration when a lion's head (barong) which has a lower jaw. Kala makara ornament usually carved on the door or the recesses of the temple as a symbol of rejection bala. Decoration barong in other temples in Yogyakarta and Central Java are usually only describe the face of a lion with no lower jaw, so that the decorations in this Barong temple appears quite special. Maybe that's quite special because this temple was later dubbed by the public Candi Barong around. Barong the same decoration is also found in several temples in East Java that younger age (built in the kingdom of Majapahit Kingdom Singosari both).

According to Andi Riana, based on archaeological data, the two temples are not built at the same time, but every few years after the first temple completed. This can be seen from the widening talut done on time to build the second temple. Barong temple complex is expected to be built around the 9th century to 10th century CE. The shape and size of the temple is almost the same. The first temple measuring 8.20 mx 8.20 m to 9.25 m high, whereas the second temple measuring 8.25 mx 8.25 m with a height of 9.25 m.

Barong visit this temple, you will find some of the uniqueness that can not be found in the temples other Hindu heritage in Yogyakarta and Central Java. The first is the uniqueness of makara decoration when a lion's head (barong) which has a lower jaw. Kala makara ornament usually carved on the door or the recesses of the temple as a symbol of rejection bala. Decoration barong in other temples in Yogyakarta and Central Java are usually only describe the face of a lion with no lower jaw, so that the decorations in this Barong temple appears quite special. Maybe that's quite special because this temple was later dubbed by the public Candi Barong around. Barong the same decoration is also found in several temples in East Java that younger age (built in the kingdom of Majapahit Kingdom Singosari both).

In this temple is also found several statues god Vishnu and Goddess Sri. It is estimated that these statues had been placed in the recesses of the temple (false door), because Candi Barong not have the room. We have statues are stored in the Central Archeological Heritage Conservation (BP3) Sleman regency. Another decoration is unique enough and Ghana Sankha relief wings. Ghana is the ornament of stunted creatures that sustain or support the temple niches. While winged Sankha is one symbol of the god Vishnu. The presence of this winged sankha relief reinforces the assumption that this temple is a place of worship of the god Vishnu, Lord Shiva is not like in most other Hindu temples.

Approximately 100 meters south east of Candi Barong Dawangsari the ruins of temples, which is a Buddhist temple. The second nearby temple different religions illustrate that at that time had been built in a harmonious life among the followers of different religions.

C. Location
Candi Barong is located in the hamlet Candisari, Sambirejo Village, Prambanan District, Sleman District, Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia.

D. Access
From the city of Yogyakarta, Candi Barong is located approximately 27 kilometers to the east. Tourists who will visit the temple can Barong route through the Prambanan temple using bus Trans-Jogja (size 1 A or 1 B) or using a taxi service. From the Prambanan temple is located on the edge of Yogyakarta-Solo road, tourists can take the south (to the right when leaving from Yogyakarta, or left if coming from the Solo) up until T-junction indicating the direction of Temple and Temple Banyunibo Barong. From this junction just follow directions to Candi Barong. However, if concerned get lost, you should ask the local people. Of Prambanan Temple Barong towards tourists can take advantage of motorcycle taxi or a cab, for other public transport is not yet available.

E. Ticket Prices
We have tourists visiting the Temple Barong is free. Tourists enough data put myself in the guest book located at the Guard Post Candi Barong. However, the future of Culture and Tourism Kab. Sleman is planning to attract retribution for visitors.
F. Accommodation and Other Facilities
Sightseeing Candi Barong is still minimal facilities. However, for you are very interested in visiting or studying Candi Barong, please contact Post Candi Barong Guard unit located at the entrance to the temple area. The officers in this office will provide information about the history of the existence of Candi Barong. If need lodging and restaurants, tourists can get around Prambanan.
(Lukman Solihin/wm/51/04-09)

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