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10 Destinasi Wisata Sejarah di Yogyakarta yang Populer dan Wajib Dikunjungi

10 Popular and Must-Visit Historical Tourist Destinations in Yogyakarta

For those who love historical tourist destinations, you will not regret visiting Jogja.

10 Historical Tourist Destinations in Yogyakarta that are Popular and Must-Visit

Dream - There are many historical sites in Yogyakarta, starting from ancient kingdoms, sultanates, colonization, independence era, to the old order. Each historical place in Yogya holds fascinating stories to be explored.

Visiting historical tourist destinations in Jogja will make Sahabat Dream feel like being invited to immerse in a perplexing and struggle-filled past. Let's take a look at a series of historical tourist destinations in Jogja that must be visited!

10 Historical Tourist Destinations in Yogyakarta that are Popular and Must-Visit
1. Candi Prambanan

1. Prambanan Temple

The largest Hindu temple in Indonesia is adorned with relief decorations that depict the story of Ramayana. The performance of the Ramayana Ballet can also be witnessed at Prambanan Temple at certain times.

2. Borobudur Temple

2. Borobudur Temple

Visiting this one relic of the Syailendra Dynasty can also be an interesting historical tourist destination. Borobudur Temple has a background in Buddhism. This temple, with a height of up to 35 meters, was once built from large stone piles without adhesive.

3. Situs Ratu Boko

3. Ratu Boko Site

This site is the remains of the ruins from the classical era in Java. The ancient settlement site, covering an area of 25 hectares, has many historical relics such as gateways, stone structures, terraces, ponds, and caves.

4. Sambisari Temple

Candi Sambisari is a temple with a Hindu Shivaistic background. Prior to its discovery, this temple was buried under 6.5 meters of sedimentary soil from the eruption of Mount Merapi.

4. Candi Sambisari
5. Tomb of the Kings of Mataram Kotagede

5. Tomb of the Kings of Mataram Kotagede

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6. Vredeburg Fort

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6. Vredeburg Fort

7. Masjid Gedhe Kauman

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7. Masjid Gedhe Kauman

8. Yogyakarta Palace

Keraton Yogyakarta holds many relics from ancient times, making this place a UNESCO World Heritage site.

8. Keraton Yogyakarta
9. Taman Sari Tourist Village

9. Taman Sari Tourist Village

Kampung Wisata Taman Sari has existed since the 17th century. Taman Sari is a complex of baths for the king's sons, daughters, and concubines. It is also a place for meditation and strategizing for war.

10. Sonobudoyo Museum

10. Sonobudoyo Museum

The museum located north of the Keraton preserves many collections ranging from culture, art, weapons, clothing, and equipment from the past. In this museum, tourists can also learn karawitan and traditional dance at certain times.

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