This city was the seat of power that produced the magnificent temples of Borobudur and Prambanan in the 8th and 9th century and the new powerful Mataram kingdom of the 16th and 17th century.
Yogyakarta was known with the slogan of “Jogja The Never ending Asia“ for its endless appeals. Today, it is also renowned as “ Jogja Istimewa “, a tagline that elaborates its special values.
This city is one of the foremost cultural centers of Indonesia. From strolling through the living museum of The Kraton or The Keraton (Sultan’s Palace), to hanging out at the famous Alun Alun, to watching silversmiths produce amazing jewelry at Kotagede and maybe try a splurge shopping up at Malioboro road.
Chasing sunrise in famous temples like Prambanan and Borobudur in the neighboring town of Magelang, are only some of the many more ways to never get bored in this relatively small yet bustling city.
Overview
You can experience all five wonders in this artsy city. Starting from indulging in the natural wonders, by visiting Jomblang Cave, Tubing pindul cave & Oya River, Timang Beach, Borobudur Sunrise, Merapi Lava Tour, Prambanan Temple, Kraton (Sultan Palace) & Tamansari (Watercastle), Silver Smith Production, Batik Jawa are some of the famous Placess in town.
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