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Sukuh Temple

Candi Sukuh · Candi Sukuh

Berjo, Ngargoyoso, Karanganyar Regency, Central Java, Indonesia

Unusual terraced Hindu sanctuary on Mount Lawu, known for its distinctive reliefs and late classical Javanese forms.

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About Sukuh Temple

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Sukuh Temple is located in Karanganyar Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. It is unusual terraced Hindu sanctuary on Mount Lawu, known for its distinctive reliefs and late classical Javanese forms.

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Place TypeHindu Temple
Religious TraditionHinduism
LocationBerjo, Ngargoyoso, Karanganyar Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
CountryIndonesia
ArchitectureLate-Javanese stepped temple architecture
HeritageLate classical Javanese Hindu archaeological sanctuary

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Religious TraditionHinduism

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Editorial Context

Sukuh is a distinct temple from nearby Cetho on the slopes of Mount Lawu.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

Late-Javanese stepped temple architecture · Late classical Javanese Hindu archaeological sanctuary

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October 15, 2026