Muara Takus
Muara Takus (Indonesian: Candi Muara Takus) is a Buddhist temple complex, thought to belong to the Srivijaya empire. It is situated in Kampar Regency in Riau province, Sumatra, Indonesia. Its surviving temples and other archaeological remains are thought to date to the 11th and 12th century AD. It is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient temple complexes in Sumatra.
| Muara Takus Temple Compound | |
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The Muara Takus temple compound viewed from southwest | |
Location within Sumatra Muara Takus (Indonesia) | |
| General information | |
| Architectural style | Buddhist candi |
| Town or city | Muara Takus Village, Koto Kampar XIII District, Kampar Regency, Riau |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Coordinates | 0.3364°N 100.6415°E |
| Completed | circa 12th century |
| Client | Srivijaya |
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