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The royal city of Yogyakarta is one of Asia’s treasures; a city which reveals the island’s cultural and intellectual personality.
Ramayana Ballet
Lively streets and markets surround the majestic sultan’s palace, where attendants stand in customary dress and regular performances showcase traditional orchestras and shadow puppeteers. One of the most famous performances is the Ramayana Ballet performed during the summer months with the Prambanan temple as a backdrop.
Local culture
Old houses, museums and handicraft shops dot the city, demonstrating its reputation as the art capital of Indonesia with batik, woodcarvings, paintings and silverwork among the crafts on offer.
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Suggested itineraries featuring Yogyakarta
Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Yogyakarta, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Yogyakarta
- Prambanan 15 kilometers away
- Borobudur 28 kilometers away
- Malang 250 kilometers away
- Java 266 kilometers away
- Surabaya 270 kilometers away
- Mount Bromo 285 kilometers away
- Bandung 321 kilometers away
- Ijen National Park 431 kilometers away
- Jakarta 432 kilometers away
- Bali Barat National Park 456 kilometers away
- Pemuteran 474 kilometers away
- Bali 477 kilometers away
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Accommodation choices for Yogyakarta
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Yogyakarta. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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Amanjiwo
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Plataran Borobudur Resort & Spa
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Phoenix Hotel
Yogyakarta
Ideas for experiencing Yogyakarta
Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Yogyakarta, and which use the best local guides.
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Explore the Borobudur temple complex
Explore the Borobudur temple complex
Naturally the main reason for visiting Borobudur is to see the awe-inspiring temple complex. The monument features the largest and most complete collection of Buddhist relief sculptures which feature on the walls of its seven terraces.
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