Java – Prambanan, Candi Sebu & Plaosan Temples

After Borneo, a week in Bali was next on our list, but tricky flight connections from Borneo forced us into an overnight stop on Java in Yogyakarta – an unexpected detour, wild and fascinating. Originally, we were aiming for the famous Borobudur Temple, but a delay redirected us, and instead, we ended up at three temples near Yogya: Prambanan, Candi Sebu, and Plaosan.

An afternoon among sacred stones

The temples, all within easy walking distance for a relaxed afternoon, unfolded like a living book – a contrast between ancient stones and lush greenery, rough and delicate. Every step told a story of history, a dance between past and peace.

A fortunate twist

This detour turned into a treasure – an experience swinging between plans and surprises, deeply rooted in the heart, and one that made the day unforgettable.