Yogyakarta, Administrative region in south-central Java, Indonesia.
Description
Yogyakarta is a province in the southern part of central Java, stretching from coastal lowlands along the Indian Ocean to volcanic slopes and the Kendeng Plateau. The territory covers over 3000 square kilometers with varied terrain that shapes how residents live and work across the region.
History
The territory received special administrative recognition in 1950 because of its support during the Indonesian independence movement. The traditional sultanate remained part of the governance structure, making it different from other provinces in the country.
Culture
Traditional dance performances and shadow puppet theater take place regularly, reflecting centuries of Javanese artistic practice. Local workshops and cultural centers welcome visitors who want to learn gamelan music or try their hand at batik crafts.
Practical
Two airports and several train stations provide access to the region, while a network of roads links cities like Bantul throughout the area. Visitors should keep in mind that the tropical climate brings a drier period from May to September, with more rainfall during the remaining months.
Did you know?
Mount Merapi in the northern area regularly deposits volcanic material across surrounding fields, making the soil especially productive. This process allows farmers to harvest multiple times each year and grow a wide variety of crops.
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Borobudur
27.9 km
Prambanan Temple
15 km
Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat
489 m
Merapi
30.3 km
Pasar Bringharjo
383 m
Malioboro Street
905 m
Kraton of Surakarta
56.9 km
Ratu Boko Temple
14.2 km
Sewu
15.5 km
Mendut Temple
26.4 km
Dirgantara Mandala Museum
6 km
Tugu Yogyakarta
2.1 km
Fort Vredeburg
173 m
Monument Yogya Kembali
5.8 km
Taman Sari
1.1 km
Taman Pintar Yogyakarta
403 m
Plaosan temple
16.9 km
Kalasan Temple
12.5 kmGembira Loka Zoo
3.7 kmPindul Cave
33.6 km
Umbul Ponggok
36.5 km
Maguwoharjo Stadium
8.2 km
Manahan Stadium
55.9 km
Borobudur Temple Compounds
27.9 km
Beach Goa Cemara
25.4 km
Ijo Temple
16.4 km
Sambisari
10.1 km
Gedung Agung
130 m
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