PM Modi offers prayers at Indonesia’s 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple

PM Narendra Modi visited Indonesia's iconic 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta on Wednesday, accompanied by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. During the visit, the two leaders offered prayers at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting the centuries-old cultural and civilisational ties between India and Indonesia.

The Prambanan Temple, built in the 9th century, is Indonesia's largest Hindu temple complex and is dedicated to the Hindu Trinity—Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Brahma. Renowned for its intricate carvings depicting the Ramayana, the temple stands as a symbol of the deep historical connection between the two nations.

As part of the visit, India also reaffirmed its commitment to assist in the conservation and restoration of the Prambanan Temple complex through the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The initiative reflects India's broader Act East policy and its focus on preserving shared cultural heritage across Southeast Asia.

PM Modi shared aerial visuals of the majestic temple complex on social media, calling it a timeless symbol of the enduring friendship and cultural bond between India and Indonesia.