The Javanese temple is in 3 tiers.
A pyramidal base with 5 concentric square terraces; a truncated cone, with 3 circular platforms, and at the top - a monumental stupa.
Vertical progression of the Buddha Ur temple from base, body and superstructure is in sync with a concept of the Universe.
The concept of Kama dhatu, Rupa dhatu and Arupa dhatu.
The realm of desires, realm of forms and realm of formlessness.
- UNESCO, Borobudur Temple Compounds
A pyramidal base with 5 concentric square terraces; a truncated cone, with 3 circular platforms, and at the top - a monumental stupa.
Vertical progression of the Buddha Ur temple from base, body and superstructure is in sync with a concept of the Universe.
The concept of Kama dhatu, Rupa dhatu and Arupa dhatu.
The realm of desires, realm of forms and realm of formlessness.
- UNESCO, Borobudur Temple Compounds