1. Plaosan Temples, also known as Candi Plaosan, is a complex of Buddhist temples located in the village of Bugisan, 8 kilometers north-east of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The complex consists of two main temples, Plaosan Lor and Plaosan Kidul, and over 100 smaller stupas and shrines. The temples were built during the 9th century, during the reign of the Mataram Kingdom, by Rakai Pikatan and his queen, Pramodhawardhani.
The temple complex was built to commemorate the marriage of Rakai Pikatan to Pramodhawardhani, who was a Buddhist princess from the Sailendra dynasty. The temples feature a unique blend of Buddhist and Hindu architectural styles, reflecting the syncretic nature of the Mataram Kingdom. The temples are adorned with intricate carvings, including depictions of the Buddha, bodhisattvas, and Hindu deities such as Shiva and Ganesha.
2. The Plaosan Temples are open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. Phone numbers for the temple are not available, but visitors can contact the Yogyakarta Tourism Office at +62 274 566 646 for more information.
3. The admission fee for Plaosan Temples is IDR 3,000 (approximately USD 0.20) for Indonesian citizens, and IDR 25,000 (approximately USD 1.70) for foreign visitors. The temples can be reached by car or motorbike, and parking is available on site. Public transportation is also available, including bus and mini-bus services from Yogyakarta.