Yogyakarta is located in the Special Region of Yogyakarta in central-southern Java, Indonesia, facing the Indian Ocean to the south. It is a city in the central-southern part of Java Island, Indonesia, and serves as the capital of the Yogyakarta Special Region. The city is one of the oldest on Java Island, having been the capital of the Yogyakarta Kingdom and serving as the capital of Indonesia during the independence war from 1945 to 1949. Currently, it is Indonesia’s most important university city and the cultural and artistic center of Java.

Yogyakarta is a charming city known for its world-famous Borobudur Temple, magnificent Hindu temple complex Prambanan Temple, the mystical and active Mount Merapi volcano, the majestic Yogyakarta Palace, traditional buildings rich in ethnic flavor, the ancient city ruins of the former capital of the Mataram Kingdom. In addition, one should not miss the martyr’s cemetery where Indonesian national heroes who fought against Dutch colonial rule are buried, museums commemorating significant military victories, a huge air force museum, traditional Javanese batik workshops, and bustling market streets selling various souvenirs! The local traditional dance dramas that sing praises to the Hindu protector god Rama and the unique shadow puppetry not only showcase the local culture but also allow you to experience the modern charm of the ancient city.

Yogyakarta

Reason to visit: Important university city of Indonesia

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Indonesia

Province or state where the attraction is located: Special Region of Yogyakarta

City where the attraction is located: Yogyakarta