Socio-Cultural, Historical, Religious, and Architectural Values of Prambanan Temple

Prambanan Temple Compounds stands as a testament to the socio-cultural, historical, religious, and architectural prowess of ancient Java. Built in the 9th century during the Sanjaya Dynasty, this complex reflects the political-religious dynamics and cultural flourishing of the Kingdom of Mataram Kuna. The temple's reliefs depict daily life, moral values, and the Ramayana epic, serving as both educational and entertainment media, underscoring its role as a social and cultural hub. Architecturally, Prambanan showcases advanced 9th-century construction techniques with towering, symmetrical structures and intricate carvings that continue to inspire Nusantara architecture. This study, employing qualitative ethnographic methods including participant observation, in-depth interviews, and literature review, analyzed these multifaceted values through the lens of key informants such as cultural heritage officials, historians, archaeologists, and researchers.

Slamet, S., Nuryanti, N., Soelistijanto, R., & Bhandari, R. (2026). Socio-Cultural, Historical, Religious, and Architectural Values of Prambanan Temple. At-Tarbawi: Jurnal Pendidikan, Sosial Dan Kebudayaan, 13(1), 26–49. https://doi.org/10.32505/zg3vd841