Kraton Yogyakarta
Attraction Panembahan, Kraton, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Published on: 21-03-2016
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Why Kraton Yogyakarta is special ?
Kraton Yogyakarta is a Sultan Palace was founded in 1756 by Prince Mangkubumi (Hamengkubuwono I) as a center of the Kingdom Ngayogyakarta. The palace was built on swamp ground called Bannerman Pachetokan and later developed into pesangrahan Ayogya. Kraton means the place where the "ratu" (in English: Queen, in Javanese also mean: King) resides. The palace was built according to Javanese Philosophy and is shrouded by mysticism. The spatial arrangement of the palace, including the cityscape of the old city of Yogyakarta, including its architecture, direction of buildings, and objects all belongs to the mythological value and belief system of the Javanese.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/
What to explore at Kraton Yogyakarta?
There are many things that can be seen at Yogyakarta Palace, ranging from the activity of servants in the palace who are doing the job or to see properties collection of the palace. Collections are kept in glass boxes that are spread various rooms ranging from ceramics and glassware, weapons, photographs, miniatures and replicas, to various kinds of batik and its deorama of the making process. Furthermore, tourists can also enjoy the art performances with different schedules each day. The show starts from the macapat, puppet show, shadow puppets, and dances. Being satisfied walking around the palace, on the way to the parking lot, a sign that offers classes to learn nembang / macapat, write and read Javanese letters, classical dance, and to learn how to be a puppet master was appeared. Apparently, in Yogyakarta Palace complex, there are several Javanese culture and art course centers or learning centers.
Source: https://www.yogyes.com/
How to get to Kraton Yogyakarta?
You can reach Kraton Yogyakarta by train from Maguwo station to Stasiun Yogyakarta, Kraton Yogyakarta is 2.2km from Stasiun Yogyakarta. You can also take bus route 1A from the airport to Kraton Yogyakarta, it costs IDR3,000 for a ticket.
Selling points
- Heritage of authentic Java
- Charming Royal Court
- Enriching Culture experienced
- Peaceful, courtly palace
- Historical place, full of traditional values
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- Duration
- 5.0 days
- Estimated
- 111.53 USD
- Total travel distance
- km
- Number of places
- 14 places
Location
Panembahan, Kraton, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Tips for you
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You should get a tour guide for IDR30,000 which makes it more informative than walking around clueless.Things to do
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Without a permission, you are not allowed to take any picture inside the exhibition halls.Photography
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If you come on Tuesday Wage, you can watch Jemparingan or archery competition in Mataraman style in Kemandhungan Kidul (South Kemandhungan).Timming
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There are many local sellers surrounding the palace, ready for offering many kinds of hand-made souvenirs, traditional food and beverages and many more for your complete visit.Things nearby
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You should be careful as there are scams practised by batik sellers who hang around here.Scams
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Gamelan orchestra and traditional dance rehearsals and performances take place throughout the week. On the last Sunday of each month a wayang kulit (shadow puppet play) demonstration is held at the palace.Events
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As this is a sacred place, respectful dress is required and no hats may be worn inside the keraton.Costume
Reviews
My 9 year old and I visited here. Was interesting to see and listen to the guide but would not mark it as a must do. Was very busy with school groups while we were there.
Walking in Keraton Jogja, you must have a tour guide. You can travel around keraton and take a picture. Dont forget tu buy some Batik Tulis from batik gallery near the keraton ( ask to tour guide ), price are not expensive but the batik are great.
So many historical stories & great places inside the Kraton and feels magic. The tour guide is lovely. Not only tells us the histories but also willing to take picture for us. Dont forget to visit Museum Kereta.
My 9 year old and I visited here. Was interesting to see and listen to the guide but would not mark it as a must do. Was very busy with school groups while we were there.
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