Candi Surawana or Surowono was built in 1390 AD and consecrated in 1400 as a memorial to Wijayarajasa, prince of Wengker. The prince was a vassal and uncle by marriage of Rajasanagara (the king of the Hindu empire Majapahit also known as Hayam Wuruk) and wielded much power in is time. He died in 1388 and according to custom the Srada ceremony was held for him twelve years later.