The Sonobudoyo Museum With a collection of precious artifacts and relics which would impress any archeologist, the Sonobudoyo Museum is a treasure trove of ancient wonders. Home to objects including ceramics from the Neolithic age, statues and bronze articles from the 8th century, and wayangs …
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The Dreadlock kids of Dieng and their Shaving Rites
The Dieng Plateau in Central Java Located about 2,000 meters (6,500 ft) above sea level, the Dieng Plateau in Central Java is not only blessed with breathtaking natural scenery and fascinating historical remains but it is also a land shrouded by myths and age old …
Kalasan Temple The Oldest Buddhist Temple on Java
Kalasan Temple The Oldest Buddhist Temple on Java – Located on the southern main road between the cities of Yogyakarta and Solo, approximately 2 Km from the Prambanan Temple compound, is Candi Kalasan, believed to be the oldest Buddhist temple in Central Java and Yogyakarta, …
On The Edge Of A Volcano At Mount Merapi
On The Edge Of A Volcano At Mount Merapi – Living in the shadows of an active volcano is like sitting on a time bomb, especially when one of them is called the Fire Mountain or Gunung Merapi, the volcano that dominates the center of the …
The Kasunanan Surakarta
Keraton Surakarta – also called the Kasunanan – was built in 1745 and is a must see for any visitor to Solo. As you enter the grounds you will be immediately transported to a place where tradition governs daily life. While most of the woodwork …
The Majestic Beauty of the Ratu Boko Palace ruins
The Majestic Beauty of the Ratu Boko Palace ruins – Standing majestically on a hillside plateau overlooking the magnificent Prambanan temples and the mystical Mount Merapi as its backdrop, the Ratu Boko Palace ruins are the remnants from the glorious 8th century golden age of …
How To get to Borobudur Temple in Yogyakarta Indonesia
How To get to Borobudur Temple in Yogyakarta Indonesia Get air transport information to get Yogyakarta – From Denpasar: by Garuda Lion and Airasia – From Jakarta: by Garuda, Lion Air, Airasia – From Kuala Lumpur: by Air Asia, – From Singapore: Silk Air and …
Yogyakarta Tugu Station
Presumably there was no train stops conveniently located Yogyakarta Tugu Station. How not, the main station in this warm town located right in the heart of the city and close to many interesting attractions. Get off the train at this station, you do not need …
Solo Surakarta Central Java
Solo Surakarta Central Java – Famous as a city that is fiercely proud of its Javanese traditions, the regal city of Solo or Surakarta is known throughout Indonesia as a strong upholder of Javanese culture. A visit here is a chance to connect with and …
Borobudur Sunrise
Borobudur Sunrise – Borobudur is best seen at dawn, when the air is fresh and full of birdsong. As the mist begins to lift, the sun scales the surrounding volcanoes and terraced fields, and highlights the stone reliefs and the many faces of Buddha. Glimpsing …