Badut Temple
Archaeological Site Ancient Buddhist temple near Malang, East Java
An 8th-century Hindu temple near Malang in East Java, among the island’s oldest stone temples; visitors study its carved reliefs and connect trips to local museums.
Badut Temple (Candi Badut) is a small Hindu stone temple in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, dating to the 8th century and regarded as one of the oldest surviving temples in East Java.
The site comprises a single main andesite shrine on a modest compound set within an urban area; the temple preserves carved stone work and a stepped base and is easily viewed on a short visit.
The temple dates to the 8th century and originally functioned as a Hindu shrine. It later fell into ruin and has been subject to partial restoration in the modern era.
Located within the city of Malang in East Java, the temple sits close to the urban centre and is roughly 90 km southwest of Surabaya.
- Material: Constructed from andesite stone, typical of many Central and East Javanese temples.
- Visit time: Compact site that can be inspected in 30-60 minutes; often combined with other Malang-area temple visits.
How to Get to Badut Temple #
Located in East Java near the city of Malang; reachable by car or local transport from Malang city centre. Local taxis and drivers offer the most convenient access to the temple site.
Tips for Visiting Badut Temple #
- Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and to see the temple in softer light.
- Look closely at the bas-reliefs and brickwork - later restorations often differ from original motifs.
- Combine the stop with nearby Javanese temple sites for a fuller sense of island Hindu-Buddhist heritage.
Best Time to Visit Badut Temple #
Best visited in the dry season (May-September) when paths are drier and reliefs are easier to examine.
Weather & Climate near Badut Temple #
Badut Temple's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2486 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (392 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (350 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (341 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (224 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (379 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
