Singhasari temple, Hindu temple in Malang, Indonesia.
This ancient Hindu temple stands as a red brick monument featuring cone-shaped architecture typical of 13th-century Javanese design with intricate stone carvings and terraced platforms.
Built around 1300 AD during the Singhasari Kingdom reign, this temple was constructed to honor King Kertanegara, the last ruler of the dynasty who died in 1292 AD.
The temple serves as a symbol of Hindu-Buddhist cultural influence in East Java, featuring Dwarapala guardian statues and reliefs depicting scenes from ancient Javanese mythology and royal history.
Visitors can explore the temple grounds year-round through guided tours that explain the historical context, with basic amenities available in nearby Malang city for travelers and researchers.
Local legends suggest this temple was once part of a larger royal complex including palaces and ceremonial buildings that have since vanished, leaving only this monument standing.
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