Pari Temple, Hindu temple in Porong, Indonesia
Pari Temple is a square brick structure in Sidoarjo with sides measuring around 13.5 meters and a height of nearly 14 meters. The building blends architectural influences from Vietnam's Champa temples with Indonesian construction methods typical of the Majapahit period.
The temple was built in 1371 during the Majapahit Kingdom under King Hayam Wuruk and represents a monument of that era. European archaeologists rediscovered the ruins in 1906 during the Dutch colonial period.
The architectural design combines elements from Hindu temples of Vietnam's Champa kingdom while maintaining traditional Indonesian architectural characteristics in its structure.
The site sits about 2 kilometers northwest of the Lusi Lapindo center and is reached through the village of Candi Pari in Porong district. The location is in a rural area of East Java, so traveling with local transportation is the most practical option.
The temple entrance is framed with natural andesite stone, a material that stands out from the typical brick construction seen in other East Javanese temples. This choice of stone material makes the entrance a distinctive architectural feature.
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