Mythical Yogyakarta

Missing Jogja! A short sentence which is often spoken by people who have visited this beautiful city. So, what is the reason people miss Yogyakarta? Some will say it's, of course, the warm smile of the Jogjanese’, while others recall it as ‘just the magic of the city I guess’. You can find out yourself, what it is that makes this city worth remembering. You can choose from the warmth of the people, the beauty of the culture, the savory taste of the food and the magic of the surrounding landscape. These are things that later cause you missing this intriguing city.

Mythical Jogja

Yogyakarta, often shortly referred to as ‘Jogja’, witnessed hundreds of years of history, and several important cultural periods in its society. Nowadays, the city still preserves the picture of its ancient heritage very well. From the Hindu temple that worships the God and Goddess, to the palace of the monarchs where a beautiful mix of Moslem-Javanese can be found. Wander around the palace (‘Keraton’ in the local language) and experience how ancient Javanese cities looked like.

 

Complete the experience by tasting the sweet-savory traditional food Gudeg. Stop over at any traditional Gudeg restaurant, which can also be found within the complex of the palace.

After experiencing the mystics of the Mataram sultanate, travel back in time to the ancient Javanese Hindu era. Enjoy the beauty of the Prambanan Temple. Also, do not miss out on the tale of two lovers in the beautiful theatrical dance show ‘Ramayana’. And watch the sunrise during an early morning climb of the beautiful Borobudur temple complex.

Dress to impress

While going around Jogja, maybe get some beautiful Batik; Indonesian intangible cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO. Shop along the famous Malioboro street, which is considered to be the ‘grand bazaar’ of Yogyakarta.

Magical Landscape

Got some extra time? Go explore and experience the magic of the landscape outside the city of Yogyakarta. With a one-hour ride, you can get to one of the most active volcanos in the world. Hop on a jeep tour and drive around Mount Merapi. Want to see how strong nature is? Visit Museum Sisa Hartaku which showcases what’s left after eruptions that occured in the past.

Going to the south, you will find beautiful beaches facing the Indian ocean. Here are many landscapes to experience, from nearby Parangtritis beach with its stunning black sand, to the beaches in Gunung Kidul with cliffs and white sands.

These are only some landscapes around Jogja that will enchant you. Not to mention many other beautiful spots you should definitely experience. 

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