Mataram Kingdom

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is Mataram Kingdom known for?Borobudur (Buddhist temple complex) and Prambanan (Hindu temple complex)
2. What is the geographic focus?Island of Java, Indonesia
3. What is the first mataram period?Approx. 8th to 10th centuries CE, centered in central Java
4. What was the Mataram Kingdom and when did it exist?The Mataram Kingdom was an ancient Indonesian kingdom that had two main periods. The first one was in central Java from the 8th to the 10th century, and a second kingdom later grew in eastern Java.
5. Why are Borobudur and Prambanan famous?These are huge temples built by the first Mataram Kingdom. Borobudur is the biggest Buddhist temple in the world, and Prambanan is a grand Hindu temple with tall spires.

Sailendra Dynasty: A prominent royal dynasty associated with the first Mataram Kingdom and the construction of Borobudur.
Isana Dynasty: A dynasty often linked to the second Mataram Kingdom in eastern Java.
Mahayana Buddhism: A major branch of Buddhism emphasizing the path to enlightenment for all beings.
Trimurti: The concept of three main Hindu deities: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.