| Candi Bajang Ratu, located in the hamlet of
Kraton, not far from Candi Tikus, is one of Trowulan's principal attractions. The remains
consist of an elegant gateway, built from red brick, probably dating from around the mid
14th century.The shape of the building is tall and slender, rising to a height of just
over 16 metres.Restoration was completed in 1991. 
Candi Bojang Ratu, Trowulan
The gateway was originally connected to a brick wall,
running off to the left and right, by way of a form resembling wings. This ornamental
device, known as paduraksa, can be seen on other ancient Javanese gateways, notably
at Plumbangan, near Wlingi; at Jedong, on the northern slope of Mt Penanggungan (p.126),
as well as at Candi Belahan (p.23). The winged gateway found its fullest expression,
however, in the 15th century tomb of Sendang Duwur (p.150).
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