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The Sailendra Dynasty: Srivijaya's Buddhist Master Builders
Before Borobudur became a UNESCO wonder, a single dynasty shaped Srivijaya's golden age. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Sailendra dynasty — the Buddhist kings who ruled Java and Sumatra from the 8th to 9th centuries. They built Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist monument, and left behind a legacy of art, architecture, and power. Lucas explains how the Sailendras rose from obscure origins to dominate maritime Southeast Asia, their intricate relationship with Srivijaya, and the mystery of their sudden decline. Along the way, they discuss the Kalasan inscription, the…
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