Context:
India and Indonesia are deepening heritage cooperation through Archaeological Survey of India support for restoration and conservation work at the Prambanan Temple Complex in Indonesia.
Prambanan Temple Complex
Location
- Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Built By
Date
- 9th century CE
Religious Association
- Hindu temple complex
Main Deities
Dedicated primarily to the Trimurti:
- Brahma
- Vishnu
- Shiva
UNESCO Status
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
Cultural Importance
Prambanan reflects:
- Indian cultural influence in Southeast Asia
- Hindu temple architecture
- Shared civilisational links
- India–Indonesia cultural connections
ASI Role
The Archaeological Survey of India supports:
- Conservation
- Restoration
- Technical expertise
- Heritage management
- Capacity building
Significance
- Strengthens India–Indonesia cultural diplomacy.
- Highlights India’s civilisational outreach.
- Builds goodwill through heritage cooperation.
- Supports protection of shared cultural heritage.
- Promotes soft power.
Related Example
India has also supported restoration of temples such as:
- Angkor Wat, Cambodia
- Ta Prohm, Cambodia
- Wat Phou, Laos
- My Son, Vietnam
