Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, on July 8, 2026, during his official trip. Modi travels to the UNESCO World Heritage Site with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and offers prayers at the historic complex. Multiple reports describe Prambanan as Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple complex and a major Southeast Asian architectural landmark. The temple complex is dedicated to the Hindu Trimurti—Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma—and dates to the 9th century, associated with the Sanjaya Dynasty of the Mataram Kingdom. The central shrine dedicated to Shiva is reported to be around 47 metres tall. Sources also highlight the complex’s extensive stone structures and intricate bas-relief carvings depicting scenes from epics including the Ramayana and the Bhagavata Purana. Several outlets say the site has suffered damage over centuries from natural disasters such as earthquakes and volcanic activity, and that restoration efforts are ongoing. Times of India reports that Modi and Prabowo jointly launch an India-supported conservation or restoration project, focused on restoring components within the Prambanan complex with Indonesian authorities.
PM Modi and President Prabowo visit UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, on July 8, 2026, during his official trip. Modi travels to the UNESCO World Heritage Site with Indonesian Presiden...
- Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto visit Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta on July 8, 2026.
- Prambanan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is described as Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple complex.
- The temple complex is dedicated to the Trimurti: Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma, and dates to the 9th century.
- Prambanan features major architecture, including a central Shiva shrine reported at about 47 metres, and bas-relief carvings of Hindu epics such as the Ramayana.
- Reports say restoration and conservation initiatives are ongoing due to historical damage from natural events, and Modi and Prabowo jointly launch an India-supported restoration effort.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Indonesia's Prambanan Temple today. He jointly launched an India-supported conservation initiative with President Prabowo Subianto. This historic moment celebrates over a thousand years of shared civilisational ties. The Prambanan Temple complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It showcases ancient Hindu architecture and Ramayana carvings.
1 hour agoPrime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated a temple restoration project. This initiative highlights India's cultural diplomacy and shared civilizational links between the nations. The project involves restoring smaller temples within the Prambanan complex with Indonesian authorities. Prambanan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, suffered damage from natural disasters and upheaval. Restoration work continues using traditional and modern techniques for this ancient Hindu temple complex.
2 hours agoPrime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, visited the iconic Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, during his official visit to Indonesia. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is the country's largest Hindu temple complex and one of Southeast Asia's most remarkable architectural landmarks. The Prime Minister also offered prayers at the historic temple, which is dedicated to the Hindu Trimurti—Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Brahma.On the way to the Prambanan Temple from Yogyakarta with President Prabowo Subianto.@prabowo pic.twitter.com/o0Vi9fYWmp— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 8, 2026 PM Modi visits Prambanan TemplePrime Minister Narendra Modi visited the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Prambanan Temple, in Yogyakarta with the President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, on Wednesday. While on the way to the temple, the Prime Minister also took to X to share a spectacular aerial view from his helicopter and wrote, "The majestic Prambanan Temple!"#WATCH | Prime Minister @narendramodi and President Prabowo Subianto visit more than 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta amid the resonant sounds of temple bells and sacred chants.@prabowo @MEAIndia @IndianEmbJkt#PrambananTemple #PMModiIndonesiaVisit #IndiaIndonesia… pic.twitter.com/OEmb4n3fGW— DD News (@DDNewslive) July 8, 2026 About Prambanan Temple: The largest Hindu temple in IndonesiaPrambanan Temple was built in the 9th century during the reign of the Sanjaya Dynasty of the Mataram Kingdom. It is situated on the island of Java. Prambanan is dedicated to the Trimurti—Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Brahma. The temple complex is believed to have been commissioned by King Rakai Pikatan and reflects the deep cultural and religious ties that once existed between India and Indonesia.The majestic Prambanan Temple! pic.twitter.com/pRS2S9X5gm— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 8, 2026 ArchitectureThe temple is renowned for its towering central shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, which stands approximately 47 metres (154 feet) tall. The complex originally comprised 240 temples, although many were damaged over the centuries by earthquakes and volcanic activity. Extensive restoration work has helped preserve much of its architectural grandeur.PM Narendra Modi & President Prabowo Subianto To Hold Key Talks On India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic PartnershipThe temple depicts scenes from the Bhagavata Purana and RamayanaOne of Prambanan's most fascinating features is its intricate bas-relief carvings depicting scenes from the Ramayana and the Bhagavata Purana. These carvings showcase the influence of Hindu mythology on Indonesian art and culture. Even today, the temple hosts the famous Ramayana Ballet, an open-air dance performance that brings the ancient epic to life against the backdrop of the illuminated temple complex.
7 hours agoIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a visit to the historically significant Prambanan Temple Complex located in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, together with President of Indonesia, Mr. Prabowo Subianto. This visit comes amid the centuries-long civilizational and cultural relations shared by both nations. In addition, the Indian government is likely to express its intention to support the restoration efforts at the historic site, which is also listed as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. The following are some interesting things about Prambanan Temple:It is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia
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