Location: Yogyakarta
Top Things to do in Yogyakarta
The 10 Best Ancient Ruins in Yogyakarta, Java
Yogyakarta boasts stunning architecture and a truly spiritual sensibility. The ancient Hindu temples of Prambanan look like hand-drizzled sand castles, while the Sultan's palace is reminiscent of a gilded music box filled with jewels. Known for its arts and handicrafts, Yogyakarta is a cultural hub, a nerve center for traditional and modern puppetry.
Restaurants in Yogyakarta
1. Plaosan Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 669 reviews
Reviewed By Yoke_Ming - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This place is quiet and less visitors. It was well maintained and clean. Free admission but have to registered at the entrance. The twin temples that representing the love of the King and Queen are wonderful.
2. Sewu Temple
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4.5 based on 851 reviews
Reviewed By lawrenceh673
It is a smaller version of Borobudur but ver very well maintained. the whole area is kept clean and the temple structure is still strong with carvings of Buddhist history in excellent condition. Imagine this temple is built in the 9 century!!
3. Ijo Temple
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4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By camsean - Townsville, Australia
It is hard to believe it now, but just 15 years ago these temples were unrestored piles of collapsed stones which only archaeologists were interested in. With a number of temples now restored to something approaching their original beauty, Candi Ijo is now one of the most impressive Javanese temple sites and a must-see for tourists to Yogyakarta. That said, restorations are still ongoing here and the total of six restored temples may eventually be added to. The main temple, or candi induk, is a remarkable structure which features kudu heads, kala niches and a truly gargantuan yoni. Its three satellite temples are also in condition and one of them shelters one of the most perfect Nandi statues in all of Java. It is also worth mentioning that this temple has sweeping views of the Prambanan Plain being situated at a height of 420 metres above sea level. Entrance costs 10,000 rupiah for foreigners.
4. Gumuling Well
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4.0 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By Yuki4by - Beijing, China
This is part of the same grounds where you find Tamansari Water Castle. It is a bit hard to find, but there are local people around who will gladly show you the way. It's very peaceful and unusual, in all my travels I've never been to a place that was so subdued and noble at the same time. Puts you in a very contemplative mood.
5. The Sambisari Temple
6. Kalasan Temple
7. Sari Temple
8. Ratu Boko Temple
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4.0 based on 1,385 reviews
Reviewed By imron_aja - Jakarta, Indonesia
located 19 km from the city, Ratu Boko is a temple nearby Prambanan Temple. You can find spectacular sunset here and also heritage from Java culture.
