Java and Yogjakarta

Java Island and Jogjakarta

Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat Palace
The palace court with its grand and elegant Javanese architecture lies in the center of the city. It was founded by Prince Mangkubumi in 1755. The Prince was then called Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono

He chose the right location of the compound between the Winongo River and the Code River. The palace stretches out from north
to south. The front yard is called alun-alun Utara (the North Square), and the back yard is called Alun-alun Selatan (the South Square). The layout of the buildings shows that the Palace, the commemorative column and Mount Merapi lie in one line. The palace meeting hall is called the Pagelaran, where formal meetings of palace officials are held, while the "Manguntur Tingkil" hall is the place where the Sultan is seated.

The palace visitors can enjoy the atmosphere of the kraton in former times by visiting the life-size diorama of wedding ceremonies on the palace meeting hall, performed by puppets which are intentionally arranged to create such an atmosphere. Sets of Javanese musical instruments, antiques and heirlooms have made the palace of Yogyakarta worth to visit.

Water Castle
Built in 1758 by Sultan Hameng kubuwono I just west of the kraton, part of this pleasure garden and castle is at present no more than an intriguing collection of ruins, pools, arches and underground passages enclosed by massive walls, however, the central courtyard with the nymph-baths has been restored.

The Water Castle is located in the older part of the city within walking distance from the Bird Market. A number of batik workshops line the avenue leading to the pleasure garden's entrance.

Imogiri
Imogiri is the official cemetery of the royal descendants from Yogyakarta and Surakarta. The royal graveyard is located on a hilltop, reachable by 345 stone steps leading to it. Imogiri is about 17 kms southeast of Yogyakarta and easily accessible by bus or car. The tombs are built within three main courtyards.

Entry into the smaller courtyards housing the tombs of the princes is allowed only on Monday 09.00 - 12.00 or Friday 13.00 - 16.00. Traditional Javanese dress has to be worn, which however can be hired on the spot at a modest fee. The cemetery is closed during the Moslem month of Ramadhan.

Prambanan Temple
This magnificent Shivaite temple derives it name from the village where it is located. Locally known as the Loro Jonggrang Temple, or the Temple of the "Slender Virgin", it is the biggest and most beautiful Hindu temple in Indonesia.

Seventeen kilometers east of Yogyakarta, it is believed to have been built by King Balitung Maha Sambu in the middle of the ninth century. Its parapets are adorned with a bas-reliefs depicting the famous Ramayana story.

The first open-air theater on the southern side of the temple was built in 1960 and the new theater on the western side of the temple in 1988. During full moon evenings in the month from May to October, the Ramayana ballet is performed right here. The temple complex of Prambanan lies among green fields and villages. It has eight shrines, of which the three main ones are dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma.

The main temple of Shiva rises to a height of 130 feet and houses the magnificent statue of Shiva's consort, Durga.

Museum Sonobudoyo
This museum, founded in November 1935 and designed by the Dutch architect Kersten, is built in traditional Javanese architecture. It exhibits weapons, leather and wooden puppets of wayang theater, masks, statues, textiles, curios and old Javanese gamelan instruments. The museum is situated on the northern side of the city's main square in front of the Sultan's Palace.

Kotagede
Kotagede, about five kilometers southeast of Yogyakarta, is a neat little town which was once the seat of the mighty Mataram empire. In this old palace town with its walled-in houses, the graves of the first rulers of Mataram are still to be found. Since the 1930s,however,Kotagede has become famous for being the center of the Yogya silverwork industry. Kotagede is easily reached by "andong",the four wheeled horse-drawn cart, by taxi, bus, or car.

There are a number of workshops where visitors are welcome to watch silver being transformed into beautiful works of art known as "Yogya Silver".

Affandi Museum
On the main road between the airport and the city stands the Affandi Museum (1907 - 1990) in a lush garden next to his peculiar private home on stilts. He was Indonesia's foremost impressionist painter who built a private museum for his own paintings and of those of his daughter Kartika. Affandi's grave (died in May 1990) lies in the backyard next to the museum.

Kasongan
Southwest of Yogyakarta lies the village of Kasongan, known for its artistic pottery and earthenware. Guidance from contemporary Indonesian artists has turned Kasongan earthenware into works of art which can be bought inexpensively at art shops all over Java.

Batik Research Center
Situated on the eastern outskirts of the city, it has an interesting permanent exhibition of batiks in classic and modern designs. The process of batik can also be seen here, both the hand drawn and hand stamped.

Parang Tritis Beach
A seaside resort 27 km south of Yogyakarta on the Indian Ocean. According to Javanese mythology, the Goddess of the South Seas, Nyai Loro Kidul or Ratu Kidul,was married to Panembahan Senopati who founded the Mataram Kingdom. Since that time, every year the sultans of Yogyakarta have made special offerings to her in a beach-side ceremony called "Labuhan".

Kaliurang
This resort on the slopes of Mt. Merapi,24 km north of Yogyakarta is surrounded by an enchanting countryside. The "Telogo Muncar" waterfall and swimming pool make this resort a very pleasant recreation place. Bungalows are available for rent.

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Java Volcanoes Hiking Adventure

Java volcanoes hiking is dedicated to people who loves the real outdoors adventurer. You will hike and trek most of active Java volcano. By first hiking is Mount Merapi with 1.700Masl and Mount Merbabu 3.120Masl in Jogjakarta areas. In the border between Central Java and East Java, there is one also place considered as sacred for pilgrimage volcano, its Mount Lawu with high 3.265Masl. After pilgrimage of mount Lawu, we will climb the highest active volcano in East Java, Mount Semeru with high 3.088Masl. then climbing mount Bromo with high 2329Masl.  You have done reaching Java volcanoes summits totally 13.502Masl.

09 Days / 08 Nights
Java Volcano Hiking
Start / Finish: Jogjakarta airport/Surabaya airport
Tour Code: KNLR-JVH-9D
Grade : Challenging - Advance
Departure: Best time to climb Indonesia volcanoes periods April to September

Itinerary

Day 1: Jogjakarta Arrival - Selo Base Camp
Arrived in Jogjakarta airport and meeting service with our guide then directly transfer to selo (base camp) and prepare all things including short brefing from local guide before trekking. Trekking is started by midnight. So you need a rest or sleep before that. (D)

Day 2: Mount Merapi Trekking
Reaching the Merapi summit called PUNCAK GARUDA before the sun is raised in the east, enjoy the sunrise and surrounding view while having breakfast. After good enough time on Merapi summit, we descend down the active volcano, back to base camp, arrived by 11am, short break then driving to mount merbabu(opposite with Mount Merapi) for another adventurer hiking. Resting in simple guest house, you will have enough time to rest before the trek by mid night. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Merbabu Trekking - Borobudur Temple
Starting for trekking in the middle of night and reaching the top of merbabu in the morning, enjoy another spectacular views. Breakfast on top of Merbabu then photographs, we descend down to the base camp, upon arrival, drive to Borobudur temple, sightseeing Borobudur temple by accompanied local guide then transfer to Grage hotel*** for having good resting. Free at your own leisure. (B.L) Note: Dinner personal account.

Day 4: Jogjakarta Hotel - Mount Lawu
Breakfast at hotel, check-out then drive to Mount Lawu in between Centra Java and East Java border. Arrived at Cemoro Kandang Base camp 1335Masl at Mount Lawu slopes, enjoy the good fresh weather temperature on mount Lawu slopes and resting for night hiking to the top.(B,L,D)

Day 5: Mount Lawu Trekking - Ranu Pane Base Camp (mount Semeru)
Started the hiking by mid night, hiking of Mount Lawu with an experienced guide and local peoples. Arrived on Lawu summit in the morning, Kawah Kuning (yellow crater). The highest peak is hilly plain, known as Argo Dumilah, where a "Tri-angular Pole" is erected. Enjoy the view surrounding Lawu...Breakfast, Photographs, then we descend down to the base camp, arrived by 12 noon, short break then driving to the first point of Mount Semeru - East Java, Ranu pane base camp. Arrived in the afternoon and stay overnight on tent camping. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Ranu Pane camp - Kalimati Campsite
Breakfast, then ready to have an adventurer to explore mount semeru slope. it takes 3 hours walk to reach another camp, Kalimati. where you will start next early morning reaching to mount semeru summit. arrived at Kalimati Campsite, resting and enjoy the view surrounding the volcano. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Kalimati camp - Summit - Kalimati - Cemoro Lawang
Early morning wake up! We climb to the summit of Mount Semeru (3,676 M). Reach the crater’s rim in 2,5 hours walking, watch sunrise if arrive early. Taking photograph and some rest then descend down base camp for breakfast( Kalimati). Trekking back to Ranu pane then proceed to Cemoro lawang for another overnight at accommodation with hot shower, here you’ll appreciate the beauty of surrounding’s nature. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Bromo Tours Trekking
Morning call about 3am, leave hotel after enjoying hot coffee /tea to Penanjakan Hill with our Jeep to enjoy the glorious sunrise and The amazing Tengger mount, to make your desire of Bromo we walk down to sea sand to see the mount closer. Back to hotel at 7am, breakfast, enjoy your day at hotel with mount Bromo overlooking (read a book or just being lazy after becoming Java summiteers).(B,L)

Day 9: Surabaya Airport
Breakfast, enjoy your last morning until we escort you to Surabaya airport for your next flight. (B)

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