Prambanan Temple
Art and Culture · Wednesday, 8 July 2026
International conservation project launched for the UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple in Indonesia.
Quick highlights
- Largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia.
- Restoration supported by India.
- Constructed during the 8th and 9th centuries.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991.
Context
Prime Minister Modi and Indonesian President launched a conservation project.
Key Facts
Constructed during the Sanjaya Dynasty.
Significance
Highlights India's cultural diplomacy.
Challenges / Way Forward
Ensuring sustainable restoration practices.
Exam Angle
Relevant for GS-I on art and culture.
Remember this
- Largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia.
- Constructed in the 8th and 9th centuries.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Restoration supported by India.