Indonesia's Java
Yogyakarta
The intellectual and artistic roots to Central Java’s cultural tree, Yogyakarta presents Java’s vibrant heritage at its finest. Yogya for short, this delightful city radiates with a unique blend of traditional customs and modern charms in sublime homogeny. Within its bounds find the quiet kraton, still headed by the ruling sultan, abreast the lively streets of the youthful downtown. On its outskirts wait the intriguing sites of Borobudur, the ancient Buddhist temple just 90 minutes from the city center, and Prambanan, the Hindu counterpart to this important archeological pairing.
Whether it is the colorful arts and traditional customs of Yogya’s historical threads, or the vibrant energy of Yogya’s downtown, rich with restaurants, hotels and diverse highlights, that lures you into Yogya’s clasp, you are sure to leave this cultural soul delighted.
