as a writer, traveler and art lover, I have come to find Majapahit as probably one of the most romantic and inspiring Pre-Indonesia eras. And one of the things that come to mind when I think about the Majapahit reddish hue of its glorious terracotta architecture and art.
The Majapahit empire that ruled between the 13th and 16th centuries, is one of the main precursors of the modern Republic of Indonesia. One of its founders, Gajah Mada is famous not taste for uttering the Palapa Oath the joy of all spices until all Nusantara is united. And sure enough, Majapahit spanning greatest of today Pattani, Thailand, hundreds of nations into a political and economic power plant adorned the head of the bird from New Guinea-union with a culture of technological and artistic finesse.
I always thought that the location of the capital of Majapahit was a secret, and was surprised that Trowulan-now south of Surabaya drive over an hour actually a quarter learn in Mojokerto-to. That is, today, no one knows exactly where the palace was. Most people who visit Trowulan try to guess its location, from historical sites to visit, reflect the signs of the times regal splendor.
In fact, much of what is currently known about Majapahit remains unclear, with little physical evidence of its existence during his former areas outside Java. Yet Trowulan still attracts the attention of archaeologists and historians from around the world, most of those who learn about Majapahit of old narrative consulting poems like Nagarakertagama and Para Raton . But driving down Trowulan the main road, and you will find on the left and right passages to old terracotta sites that witnessed the history of the prosperous empire made centuries ago.
Candi Brahu
credited the discovery of Trowulan to Sir Stamford Raffles, who served as Governor General of Java for the British East India Company. In 1815, surveyed the Raffles then heavily wooded teak forests and many sites whose origins are traceable unearthed the forgotten Majapahit era. Much of what is today Trowulan was then buried under the sedimentation of the river Brantas and the volcanic activity of Mount Kelud.
My first stop was the Museum Majapahit. It is located on the roadside next to the Kolam Segaran, a 375 x 175 meter-wide terracotta pool. Legend has it that after the royal banquet in the palace, gold cutlery unloaded in Segaran to make the point of the Empire Wealth
Museum Majapahit was the Union of Majapahit Archaeologists (Dutch: OVM) in 1924 as established. By RAA Kromojoyo Adinegoro-then Regent of Mojokerto and Dutch architect Henricus Maclaine Pont. The current museum was opened in 1987 as a one-stop place to store archaeological artifacts and to show and to prevent those goods from being damaged or stolen near Trowulan found.
The museum has a fascinating collection of terracotta items such as piggy banks, human figures and utensils. Many objects, such as figures of children with strange facial features suggest that international trade an important part of Majapahit economy and culture.
There are also numerous prasastis (stone monuments historical records written stock or old gasket), intricate stone statues of Hindu gods and fine metalwork such as musical instruments, weapons and equipment for religious rituals. This suggests that Majapahit was ruled by aristocratic classes, placed the great importance in the art, spirituality and the romanticizing of social collective memories.
The outdoor exhibition space offers a pleasant walk through with visual panels illustrate the different periods of Majapahit and the significance of the exhibits.
Candi Tikus
My next stop was Candi Tikus, a royal ritual bathhouse in terracotta from the 13th or 14th century dated. In 1914, struggling farmers were to the infestation of rats and rice field it traced to a large mound of earth, which served as the rat's nest. Regent Adinegoro then ordered an excavation of the hill and discovered the old bathhouse that has since earned its name. Temple of the Council
There are many myths remain associated with Candi Tikus. Local urban legend says that one of the non-performing farmers in 1914 was a revelation in his dream to draw water from Candi Tikus and to pour it on the four corners of his rice field. The next day, the rats that infested his rice field are miraculously disappeared and the soil was fertile. Later, a wealthy merchant heard of this miracle and applied greedy to increase his wealth. He then stole bricks from Candi to the place on his land, and the rats came and ate away his wealth.
was modeled after a Dutch archaeologist Bernet Kempers, Candi Tikus to Berg Mahameru in India, the Hindus and Buddhists believed to be the abode of the gods, as well as the source of holy water and all life on earth. The architecture showcasing geometric beauty. The complex was renovated in 1985 and is now surrounded by manicured gardens and the Surya Majapahit royal emblem.
As a work of art, Candi Tikus is believed to have the regulator of the capital of the water debit, the distribution of water from 18 large dams in Mojokerto. As a work of religious art Candi Tikus served as a meeting between Hindu worshipers with their source of life, but also as a place for the kings and queens "religious ceremonies.
Bajang Ratu
My last stop for the day in Trowulan Standing was the Gapura Bajang Ratu, a claw-shaped 14th-century crab king's gate. 16.5 meters high, the slender terracotta gates are adorned with intricate reliefs what great art make wonder, could the simple technique reached at the time.
the complex open-air, in which the Gapura is found, it is believed that to have been the entrance to the Majapahit palace. Some people suggest that the main building of the palace might have been the Pendopo Agung Trowulan, but locals say that the location remains riddled with mystery.
the lush gardens that surround the complex, you can maja (find Aegle marmelos, L.), a citrus tree whose bitter fruit is the origin of the name Majapahit
There are many other sights I would have loved to visit in Trowulan. Kedaton, Candi Brahu, Candi Gentong, Kubur Panjang, Candi Menak Jinggo and Makam Puteri Champa. But it seems that it is just not enough to discover one day the glory of Majapahit's former capital. In the meantime, I bring only bake home memories of terracotta reliefs under the hot sun East Java, when I think about the streets of Trowulan.
Museum Majapahit
Jl. Pendopo Agung (opposite Kolam Segaran)
Kecamatan Trowulan
Kabupaten Mojokerto
Tel / Fax: (0321) 495515
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 7:00 to 16:00
entry Rp2,500
Candi Tikus
Dukuh Dinuk
Desa Temon
Kecamatan Trowulan
Kabupaten Mojokerto
Gapura Bajang Ratu
Dukuh Kraton
Desa Temon
Kecamatan Trowulan
Kabupaten Mojokerto
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