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The Sailendra Kings and the Golden Age of Borobudur
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Sailendra dynasty, the eighth-century Javanese rulers who built Borobudur and transformed Srivijaya into a regional superpower. They trace the dynasty's origins, their embrace of Mahayana Buddhism, and their monumental architectural projects, including the lost Candi Sewu and the enigmatic Ratu Boko palace. The conversation also covers the Sailendras' complex relationship with the Srivijayan mandala, their diplomatic ties with the Pala Empire in India, and the eventual eclipse of their power by the Sanjaya dynasty. Along the way, they…
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