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Yogyakarta

Affectionately known as Yogya, Yogyakarta is the cultural heart of Java. A university town with a strong artistic and intellectual heritage, Yogyakarta is the place to visit a Royal Palace and browse craft markets. Just outside the city lie the ancient temple complexes of Prambanan and Borobudur with the picturesque coffee plantation regions of Central Java beyond.

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The self-governing city of Yogyakarta is one of Java’s main attractions, nestled in the shadow of Mount Merapi to the south of Central Java, it is culturally significant and an important seat of academia. The city has long been protective of its customs and traditions and is the only province in Indonesia that remains governed by the pre-colonial monarchy, the sultan. The Sultan’s Palace, also known as the Kraton, is a huge walled complex that hosts cultural events every morning in one of the pavilions, so when visiting the Palace, you may also see a classical Javanese dance or hear a gamelan orchestra.

This is an intriguing city of contrasts, where open-air barbers, batik and silversmith artisans, rub shoulders with glitzy shopping malls, hip restaurants and trendy bars. But for all its contemporary cool, Yogyakarta is a stronghold of traditional Javanese culture and the best place to watch a wayung kulit, or shadow-puppet show. Both art and music play an important role in the life of the city and the streets are teeming with musicians, artists, graffiti, art galleries and exhibitions.

Yogyakarta is also a great place for just soaking up the atmosphere. As a university town, there is lots to see and do and it’s easy to while away the time walking through the lively streets browsing the craft markets, bars and restaurants and enjoying the beautiful old Dutch colonial architecture. If your feet get weary, there’s always the option to take a pedicab, as Yogyakarta is one of the few places left in the world with human rickshaws.

If urban life here gets too much, this is a great base for visiting two of Indonesia’s most important archaeological sites, Prambanan and Borobudur. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and important temple complexes. The Hindu complex at Prambanan is around 17-kilometres from the city, while the Buddhist complex at Borobudur is 40-kilometres away. If time allows, It’s also worth exploring the fertile countryside around Yogyakarta, filled with verdant rice paddies, mountain scenery, winding rivers, tea and coffee plantations.

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Magelang, Java

Set within a working coffee plantation, MesaStila Resort & Spa is the ultimate Javanese mountain retreat, offering one-of-a-kind experiences rooted within local tradition and exceptional wellness facilities in Central Java's rural heartland.

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Yogyakarta, Java

Spread across 22 hectares on the outskirts of Yogyakarta, The Hyatt Regency offers a tranquil respite from the city. With carefully landscaped gardens and an extensive range of facilities, it is ideal for families or couples with longer stays in the city.

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Yogyakarta, Java

The Phoenix is an iconic and elegant Dutch colonial-era hotel right in the heart of the cultural city of Yogyakarta in the east of Java, offering excellent facilities, a great location and a chance to sample a bygone era worthy of Somerset Maugham.

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Borobudur, Java

Discover the famed temple complex of Borobudur, a striking 9th century Buddhist temple that rises over the lush terrain of Central Java. The largest of its kind in the world, Borobudur is Indonesia's most famous temple and an iconic image of Java.

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Explore Central Java's Dieng Plateau, known for its ancient Hindu Temples, geothermal activity and volcanic calderas and stunning natural beauty.

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Yogyakarta, Java

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Prambanan, a magnificent 9th century Hindu temple complex on the outskirts of Yogyakarta, one of Java's most renowned sights.

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Yogyakarta, Java

Visit lesser-known temples and sample local village life and traditional activities on this day trip from Yogyakarta, finishing with spectacular sunset views from Ijo Temple.

Bugisan Village by Ox Cart and Ijo Temple Sunset

Yogyakarta, Java

Combine the cultural highlights of Yogyakarta city with the historic Borobudur temple complex. Visit the Sultan's Palace and a local silver workshop before heading into rural Java to visit the iconic Buddhist temple of Borobudur.

Royal City and Borobudur Temple

Yogyakarta, Java

Spend the day discovering the highlights of Yogyakarta, including the Sultan's Palace and its Water Castle, a cigar factory and the district of Kotagede, which is famed for its silver industry.

Yogyakarta City Tour

Yogyakarta, Java

Spend the day exploring the lesser-visited Hindu temples of Sukuh and Cetho located high on the slopes of Mount Lawu on this excursion from Yogyakarta.

Sukuh and Cetho Temples

Yogyakarta, Java

Enjoy dinner and a wonderful performance of the Ramayana Ballet at a choice of two venues.

Ramayana Ballet Performance

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