Arjuna Temple Complex
Kompleks Candi Arjuna
The oldest surviving Hindu temple complex in Java, with five small stone shrines set on misty highland grassland.
The Arjuna Temple Complex dates from around the 7th to 8th centuries. Dedicated to Shiva, it is considered the oldest stone temple surviving on Java, predating Borobudur. The complex consists of five small shrines named Arjuna, Semar, Srikandi, Puntadewa and Sembadra, after characters from wayang shadow puppetry; the names were given by later generations. It is most atmospheric at dawn, when mist hangs over the grounds. Around August each year the Dieng Culture Festival is held here, featuring a hair-cutting ritual, sky lantern releases and the 'Jazz Atas Awan' (Jazz in the Clouds) concert. Tickets are usually sold together with Kawah Sikidang. The complex is in the center of Dieng village and within walking distance.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Dieng Plateau Museum (Kailasa Museum)
- Candi Gatotkaca
- Tuk Bima Lukar
- Candi Dwarawati
- Candi Bima
- Telaga Warna
- Batu Ratapan Angin
- Kawah Sikidang