Borobudur

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Borobudur?Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia
2. How big is Borobudur?Approximately 123 acres (50 hectares)
3. When was Borobudur built?Construction initiated around 780 AD, completed around 830 AD
4. How tall is Borobudur?Approximately 35 meters (115 feet) above ground level
5. What is Borobudur known for?Being the world's largest Buddhist temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
6. What is the population (of central java province)?Approximately 37 million people

Mahayana Buddhism: A major branch of Buddhism emphasizing the path to enlightenment for all sentient beings.
Cosmology: The study of the origin, evolution, and eventual fate of the universe.
Kamadhatu, Rupadhatu, Arupadhatu: The three realms of existence in Buddhist cosmology represented by Borobudur's base, terraces, and stupas.