Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
The first mention of Yogyakarta (often called “Jogja”) never fails to invoke images of the world’s largest Buddhist temple, Borobudur, as well as the Hindu temples of Prambanan! However, this Java city has more to offer beyond places of worship! Known for its traditional culture and arts, Yogyakarta is the place where one of the living Javanese kingdoms, Yogyakarta Sultanate, is located. Visit the palace like it was several hundred years ago!
Besides history and local cultures, natural phenomenon abounds in Jogja, which is also the home of the infamous Mount Merapi. Beautiful but treacherous, the remnants of the last volcano eruption in 2010 can be explored through a tour at Kinahrejo village - the village closest to Merapi’s crater. For outdoor lovers, head to Parangtritis beach for paragliding and horse riding! There are beaches like Nglambor for swimming and snorkeling too.
Foodies can also rejoice, as Yogyakarta is a shopping and street food paradise. Go to the Malioboro Street in downtown Yogyakarta for the best shopping and dining experience. Don’t miss gudeg, a delicious jackfruit stew, hailed as the must-have when you are in this historic city! Unique experiences await you in Jogja!
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From Aceh in the West to Ambon in the East, many kingdoms has reigned in Indonesia since ancient times. These kingdoms were then ruled by the Dutch colony in the 17th century before finally getting merged, which resulted in the Republic of Indonesia in 1945. At present times, we can only see some traces of the kingdoms in the form of royal palaces that are spread throughout Indonesia. However, among many of the palaces, Keraton Yogyakarta (Yogyakarta Palace) is the only Indonesia's ancient palace that still maintains its activities, just like what the royal family did in the past. Read on to discover the live history of this Javanese palace!
Taman Pintar Yogyakarta: A Place For Kids To Play And Learn
Yogyakarta is known as an education city in Indonesia, with all levels of education from preschool all the way up to university. The special things about Yogyakarta as an education city is that Yogyakarta still maintains its cultural wealth and has an environment conducive to studying and learning. One place that supports kids by creating a pleasant and enjoyable learning environment is Taman Pintar (in English it can be translated to Smart Park). Located at Panembahan Senopati street 1-3, near the well-known hangout place Malioboro, Taman Pintar was first built in 2004 with the motto "educating and fun." To get to the destination, you can either take a taxi, becak (pedicab) or delman (wagon or dogcart) from Yogyakarta’s train station through Malioboro street, Bringharjo Market and passing the Vredeburg Fort. Taman Pintar has several buildings full of educational displays to teach visitors about science, culture and Indonesian history. Read on to learn the must-visit attractions within Taman Pintar.
Top 12 Best Things To Do In Yogyakarta, Indonesia
The beautiful city of Yogyakarta is a cultural haven for artists, dancers and anyone who dabbles in the arts. Its rich traditional arts and cultural heritage attracts people from as far away as Europe and beyond. During the 16th and 17th-century it was the capital and the seat of the Javanese Mataram empire. It was also the capital of Indonesia once in the late 1940s during the war of independence against the Dutch. With a colorful heritage and culture, a visit to Yogyakarta is a must when you traverse across the island of Java. Here are the top 12 best things to do in Yogyakarta: