Mendut Temple, Buddhist temple in Mendut, Indonesia

Mendut Temple is a square-based structure that rises approximately 26 meters high, accessed by stone stairs leading to inner chambers. The rooms contain large Buddha statues and detailed carved wall panels throughout.

The temple was constructed in the 9th century during the Sailendra dynasty period, as documented by inscriptions from that era. It represents a time of active Buddhist temple building in the region.

The main chamber holds three stone statues that visitors use as a focal point for devotion, representing different aspects of Buddhist teaching and practice.

The site is open daily to visitors with standard entrance procedures and parking available on-site. Wear comfortable shoes since climbing stairs is required to reach the inner chambers.

The temple's name is linked to the Karangtengah inscription of 824 AD, which records a sacred building called Venuvana, meaning "bamboo forest"; J.G. de Casparis connected this name to Mendut. The temple was found in 1836 as a ruin overgrown with bushes and restored between 1897 and 1925.