Friday, December 17, 2010

kalasan temple

Yogyakarta as one of vacation city, surely attract domestic and international visitors to get their holiday here. We can give you something to bring to your home or company ^_^. Yup, these stone craft such as statue, fountain, and lamp are waiting for you.
The temple of Kalasan is located in Kalibening hamlet, village of Tirtomartani, Kalasan District, Sleman Regency, It stands visibly, 20m away, from the Jogjakarta-solo Highway, at the 13th km, surrounded by local dwellings. The location is easily reached by car or by public transport. The temple is maintained by the Office of Archeological Service (Kantor Sejarah Peninggalan Suaka Purbakala, or SPSP)of Yogyakarta. A contribution is required upon entrance. 

        This impressive temple, on account of its size and decorations, is thought by archeologist to be one of the masterpieces of its time. Its base is a rectangle of 45m sq with protrusions in the form of greek crosses . . .