Taman Sari, Royal garden complex in Patehan, Indonesia
The Taman Sari complex spans 10 hectares with 57 structures, including pools, underground passages, artificial lakes, water channels, and suspended bridges.
Sultan Hamengkubuwono I commissioned this royal garden between 1758 and 1765, serving both as a pleasure palace and defensive fortification against potential threats.
The architecture combines Portuguese and Javanese design elements, featuring distinct pools for the sultan, royal children, and concubines within its water castle structure.
The complex opens daily from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with entrance fees of 15,000 rupiah per person and additional charges for camera use.
The Sumur Gumuling mosque, accessible through underwater tunnels, features a circular two-story design with 360-degree architectural elements.
Location: Patehan
Inception: 1765
Part of: The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta and its Historic Landmarks
Address: Patehan, Kraton, Yogyakarta City, Special Region of Yogyakarta 55133, Indonesia
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-15:00
Website: http://jogjakota.go.id
GPS coordinates: -7.81015,110.35895
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43
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