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Detailed explanation-1: -It was built in three tiers: a pyramidal base with five concentric square terraces, the trunk of a cone with three circular platforms and, at the top, a monumental stupa. The walls and balustrades are decorated with fine low reliefs, covering a total surface area of 2, 500 m2.

Detailed explanation-2: -In Buddhist cosmology, the universe is divided into three spheres known as arupadhatu, rupadhatu, and kamadhatu. Arupadhatu is here represented by the three platforms and large stupa, the rupadhatu is represented by the five terraces, and the kamadhatu is represented by the temple’s base.

Detailed explanation-3: -Borobudur is one of the most remarkable Buddhist monuments in the world. This temple is made from volcanic rock, and contains 504 statues of Buddha and thousands of other sculptures that share the Buddha’s teachings, life, and wisdom.