Mon, 9 Nov 2009 04:53:02 +0700 Tourist atrraction inside and outside Yogyakarta, royal palace, temples, holy places and monuments. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Built in 1756 by Sultan Hamengku Buwono I, today the Keraton is the residence of Sultan Hamengku Buwono X and his family as well as a center of Javanese traditional arts and culture. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:42:02 +0700 Puro Pakualam is a magnificent and well-preserved palace, designed by K.G.P.A.A. Paku Alam I, who was also an expert in culture and literature. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:53:02 +0700 Taman Sari, means “fragrant garden”, named for the delicious fragrance emitted by 18 lavish gardens planted with flowers, vegetables and fruit trees that once were part of the compound. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:53:02 +0700 The city's main street and stretches from north to south. It is known as one of the most vibrant tourist attractions in Jogja because the street is flanked on either side by hundreds of street vendors selling a stunning array of souvenirs, handicrafts and accessories. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:53:02 +0700 This is the royal mosque to the west of the Keraton built by Sultan Hamengku Buwono I in 1773 It was designed using Javanese traditional architecture with 36 pillars and unique inlays and is a reflection of the Islamic influences during the glory of the Jogjakarta Sultanate in the past. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:53:02 +0700 Vredeburg Fort was built by Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono I for the Dutch in 1760. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:53:02 +0700 Pasar Ngasem or Ngasem Traditional Market lies to the south of the Keraton and is more commonly called the Bird Market. Along with various species of birds, there are many kinds of dogs, cats, fish, ducks, swans, turtles, lizards and other pets. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:53:02 +0700 Imogiri Royal Cemetery built in 1645 by Sultan Agung. All Mataram kingdom monarchs from the Jogjakarta and Surakarta families rest here. Visitors must wear traditional Javanese clothes. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Kota Gede, an old city located in the southern part of Jogja, was the capital of the Islamic Mataram kingdom during the 16th century, when Panembahan Senopati was the first king. As a flourishing trading center which attracted merchants and craftsmen until the Mataram kingdom moved to Kerta in 1614, there are many unique landmarks here to visit: the Royal Mosque, Hastarenggo Royal Cemetery, the Watu Gilang stone, the ancient fort, and the Kalang traditional house. Kota Gede is also well known for its silver. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Borobudur is the one of the 'must see' sites for all visitors to Jogja. It is a magnificent Buddhist monument constructed between 750 and 850 AD when Central Java was still a Buddhist kingdom. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Prambanan Temple is a magnificent Hindu monument. Its commonly known name is derived from the village where it is located, but locally it is known as Roro (often incorrectly spelled Loro) Jonggrang, or Temple of the Slender Virgin. It is the biggest and most beautiful Hindu temple in Indonesia and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Rich in statues, bas-reliefs and sculpted stones, there are frequent representations of children (or dwarfs) with raised hands here. Candi Gana is located in the middle of a housing complex and has been under restoration since 1997. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 The unique unification of 9 th century Hindu and Buddhist architecture in the Plaosan Temple Complex was probably brought about by a Hindu king who built the temple for his Buddhist queen. The complex consists of two main temples standing side by side, each having terraced bases. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Seven Buddha and Bodhisativa statues, some collapsed, represent different poses and expressions. This temple is in the center of a village and has not been well studied. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 This two-story Buddhist temple is located 600 meters from Kalasan temple. It was built around the 9 th century AD as a vihara Buddhist monastery. The first floor was a praying room and on the second story were the monks' chambers. At its top are nine stupas. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 The temple complex consists of one main and three small temples. The main temple is ornamented with Hindu statues: Dewi Durgamahisasuramardhini on the north, Ganesha on the west, and Agastya on the south. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Candi Kalasan is one of the masterpieces of the Classic Javanese era, built in 778 AD by King Panangkaran. This temple is surrounded by stupas used as monks' graves. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Ratu Boko Palace is a huge complex built on 16 hectares as the residence of King Boko of the first Mataram dynasty. Local legend says that Ratu Boko liked to eat human flesh. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Candi Barong is a Hindu temple built around the 9 th century AD. There are two separate terraces. The first one is empty but on the second are two temples, both of which are almost identical and have no entrances. Each side of the two buildings has similar decorations. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Candi Banyunibo is a solitary complex in the middle of farmland and is flanked by the Gunung Kidul hills to the south, offering exotic scenery and enjoyable views. Although quite small, this Buddhist temple has interesting features, such as a slightly curved roof functioning as the top of the stupa and giving it a unique charm. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Candi Ijo is a complex of three-tiered temples, but only one, at the top, has been renovated. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Arca Gupolo is a group of seven statues in a circle, as if in assembly. Flower decorations on the clothes of the largest one are still visible. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Watugudig is believed to be a resting place for King Boko. The name means “wounded stones” referring to the appearance of the stones used to construct around 40 pole sittings in the shape of a Javanese gong with a protruding part in the middle. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 This temple is actually a well surrounded by very tall walls shaped like a pyramid, in some ways resembling Borobudur. Despite its state of disrepair, its atmosphere is unique. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 At the base of Abang temple, Sentono is perhaps younger than other regional temples. A complex of caves with two mouths, there is a statue and bas-relief carvings in the left chamber. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 5 m below ground, Situs Payak is the best preserved bathing place in Central Java. It is thought to be Hindu. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700 Ruins of a temple and stairs 1.5 m underground are all that remains of Candi Gampingan. Reliefs of animals at the foot of the temple are believed to be a fable. http://www.jogjapages.com/en/yogyakarta-tourist-attraction/ Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:53:02 +0700