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Visit Yogyakarta 2009 : The Cradle of Javanese Culture
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Borobudur is the greatest budhist monument in the world was
built in the 8 century. The monument was built 400 years before the greatest
catedral was built in Europe and 300 years before Angkor Vat in Camboja. At
least 2,5 million visitors visits the monument each year, therefore visit it
is a must. Borobudur Monument is located 42 kilometers north-west of Yogyakarta
and Prambanan temple just 17 kilometers east of Yogyakarta. Prambanan
temple is the most beautiful hindhus temple in Indonesia was built in 9 century.
As tourist destination, Yogyakarta is famous both overseas
and domestic .
Many cultural Performances could be found here such as : Puppet, Ramayana Ballet,
Many dances and Jatilan. Beaches : Baron, Kukup, Krakal, Parangtritis.
Temples : Prambanan, Sari, Sambisari, Kalasan, Plaosan, Boko, Bubrah, Ijo. Handycraft
: Silver, Batik, Mask, Bamboo, Furniture and Leather. Museum : Sonobudoyo, Affandi,
Vredeburg, Kakayon, Ullen Sentalu. Traditional Ceremony : Sekaten, Grebeg, Labuhan,
Saparan, Tumpak Wajik. Hidden trek is kept by Yogyakarta. A wonderful sunrise
from Suroloyo hill is amazing experience or Boko sunset trekking unforgetable
memory. Yogyakarta is not only cultural city but also education city. Gajah
Mada University [UGM] is the oldest university in Indonesia was established
in 1949 and now with 18 faculties. Yogyakarta has about 30
private universities, 70 courses & diploma, 10 government universities and
4 states universities.
Yogyakarta is really melting pot or miniature
of Indonesia and you can find mostly tribes in Indonesia here.
Come and find uniqueness of Yogyakarta society. Travelling to
Indonesia is not complete yet before visiting and exploring
Yogyakarta. Acacia Tour & Travel as a travel agent will
help you to design and arrange your tour needs.
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