Hinduism and Buddhism have in Southeast Asia prompted impressive architecture, including Angkor Vat and the Borubodur, with a lasting influence on the architecture of the area. Hinduism and Buddhism have in Southeast Asia prompted impressive architecture, including Angkor Vat and the Borubodur, with a lasting influence on the architecture of the area. Home Visual Arts Southeast Asian arts The second major tradition was initially received in various parts of the region from the Indian subcontinent about the 1st millennium century.