Borobudur, Java, Indonesia. Symbolic square holes in the stupas symbolize the overcoming of passions as one approaches Nirvana.

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The square holes are found on the highest terrace of the temple. Diamond-shaped holes are on lower levels.

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Location: Borobudur, Java, Indonesia, South Asia
Photo credit: © Charles O. Cecil / Alamy / Afripics
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