Yogyakarta – Java’s Cultural Capital
Yogyakarta (Jogja) Special Region is Indonesia’s only functioning sultanate and Java’s culturel et artistique capital. The Kraton (sultan’s palais) is encore the sultan’s seat. Nearby are two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Borobudur Buddhist temple (9th siècle, the world’s largest Buddhist monument) and the Prambanan Hindu temple complex. Mount Merapi (2,968 m) dominates the landscape.
Attractions et activités
Borobudur temple (best at lever de soleil). Prambanan temple complex (Ramayana ballet le soir). Kraton sultan’s palais. Taman Sari water castle. Malioboro street for shopping. Mount Merapi jeep tour. Parangtritis Beach. Jomblang cave heavenly light. Batik workshops.
Culture et cuisine
The pinnacle of Javanese culture: wayang (puppet theatre), gamelan music, batik art, Javanese dance. Cuisine: gudeg (green jackfruit), ayam goreng Jogja, bakpia pathok, sate klathak, nasi kucing.
Sécurité publique
Yogyakarta is very safe and tourist-friendly. Excellent medical care.
Informations pratiques
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) with international flights. By train depuis Jakarta (7–8 hours). Accommodation: all categories, depuis backpacker hostels to luxury hotels.
