Here’s a breakdown of the Hindu temple restorations mentioned in the text, organized by their status and location:
Completed Restorations:
Candi Pari Temple (East Java):
Era: Majapahit era (1371 CE)
Key Features: Unique Khmer-Champa style roof, red brick construction.
Restoration Period: 1994 – 1999
significance: most well-preserved of five regional temples, linked to Majapahit paddy tribute rituals.
Candi Cangkuang temple (West Java):
Era: 8th century
Key Features: Only fully restored Hindu temple in the Sundanese region, Shaivite temple (Shiva and Nandi statues found).
Restoration Period: Completed by 1976 (rediscovered in 1966 in a dilapidated state).
Significance: Vital link to the region’s ancient Hindu past.
Ongoing/Recently Launched Restorations:
Sukuh Temple (Central Java):
Era: 15th century
Key Features: Unique pyramid-shaped, located on the slopes of Mount Lawu. Status: Critical restoration work initiated due to notable structural damage (sinking foundations, stone disintegration). Temporarily closed for safety and research.
Significance: National heritage status,vulnerability,prioritized to prevent collapse and preserve architecture.
Tanah lot (Location not specified, but implied to be ongoing):
Status: Efforts continue under state-funded initiatives, emphasizing long-term commitment.
muaro Jambi (Location not specified, but implied to be ongoing):
Status: Efforts continue under state-funded initiatives, emphasizing long-term commitment.
Restoration with Past Global Efforts:
Borobudur Temple (Java):
Era: 8th-9th centuries (Sailendra dynasty)
Key Features: Colossal buddhist monument.
Restoration Period: Successfully completed in 1983 through a UNESCO-led international campaign.
Significance: Revived one of the world’s largest Buddhist structures, underscored global commitment to heritage preservation.(Note: While the text mentions borobudur in the context of temple restorations, it is a Buddhist monument, not Hindu.)
Challenges Mentioned:
Plaosan (Location not specified):
Status: Challenges persist, with funding and land issues slowing progress.
Future Initiatives:
“1000 Chandi Nusantara” mission:
Initiated by: Local Javanese Hindus.
* Goal: Proactive desire to restore, revitalize, and expand Hindu presence and identity across the archipelago.
Overall Theme:
The text highlights a strong and continuous commitment to preserving Indonesia’s cultural and spiritual heritage through temple restorations, involving international collaboration, government initiatives, and local community dedication.
