Beautiful Place In Yogyakarta

  
Ratu Boko Palace is a magnificent palace complex that was built in the 8th century. The building that can be said of the grandest in its time it was built by one of the relatives of Borobudur founder.Ratu Boko Palace is a magnificent building that was built during the reign of Panangkaran, one of the descendants of the Sailendra dynasty. The palace was originally named Abhayagiri Vihara (meaning monastery in a peaceful hill) was built for seclusion and focus on spiritual life. Being in this palace, you can feel peace and see the sights of the city of Yogyakarta and Prambanan the background of Mount Merapi.The Palace is located 196 meters above sea level. 250,000 m2 area of ​​the palace is divided into four, namely central, west, southeast, and east. The middle section consists of the main gateway, square, Combustion Temple, pond, berumpak and assembly hall. Meanwhile, the southeast part includes Hall, Hall-Hall, 3 temples, ponds, and complex for princess. The cave complex, Buddhist Stupa, and there is a pond in the east. While the western part consists only of the hills.If you enter from the gate of the palace, you will go directly to the middle. Two high gates will welcome you. The first gate has three entrances while the second had a 5-door. If you are careful, on the first gate will find the word 'Panabwara'. Said that, based on inscriptions Middle Wanua III, written by Rakai Panabwara, (descendant Panangkaran) who took over the palace. The purpose of writing his name is to legitimize power, give 'power' to a more glorious and signaled that the building is the main building.About 45 meters away from the second gate, you will see a temple made of white stones so-called Temple Batu Putih. Not far from there, will find Combustion Temple. The temple is a square (26 meters x 26 meters) and has 2 terraces. As the name implies, the temple was used for cremation. Besides two temples, sacred terrace and a pool would be met then you have to walk approximately 10 meters from Combustion Temple.A mysterious well be seen if you walk to the southeast of the Combustion Temple. That said, the well was named Amrita Mantana which means sacred water given spell. Now, the water is still often used. Local people say, well water that can bring good luck to the wearer. While Hindus use Tawur Agung ceremony a day before Nyepi. Using water in the ceremony is believed to support the objective, namely to purify themselves to return the earth and its contents to its initial harmony. YogYES suggests that you visit Prambanan temple one day before Nyepi day to see the ceremony process.Stepping into the eastern part of the palace, you will see two caves, a large pool measuring 20 meters x 50 meters and a Buddhist stupa sits quietly. Two caves were formed from sedimentary rock called breccia Pumis. The cave, which is more on so-called Gua Lanang while under the so-called Cave Wadon. Gua Lanang exactly in advance, there is a pool and three stupas. According to a research, it is known that it is Aksobya stupa, a Buddhist Pantheon.Although founded by a Buddhist, has Hindu elements. It can be seen with the Linga and Yoni, Ganesha, and the gold plate that reads "Om Rudra ya namah swaha" as a form of worship to the god Rudra is another name of Lord Shiva. The existence of Hindu elements that prove the existence of religious tolerance that is reflected in architectural works. Indeed, when it Panangkaran which is Buddhists live side by side with the followers of Hinduism.Few know that this house is a witness of the initial triumph in the land of Sumatra. Balaputradewa had fled to the palace prior to Sumatra when it was attacked by Rakai Pikatan. Balaputradewa rebelled because they felt as the number two in the Ancient Mataram Kingdom government as a result of the marriage of Rakai Pikatan with Pramudhawardani (Balaputradewa brother. After he was defeated and fled to Sumatra, before he became king in the kingdom of Srivijaya.As a heritage building, Ratu Boko Palace is unique among other relics. Other buildings are in the form of a temple or shrine, as the name implies this shows characteristics as a residence. It was shown from the building in the form of pillars and roof are made of wood, even though we can only see remains of stone only. Palace in, then you will get more, one of them a view of the sun is setting. An American tourist said, "This is the most beautiful sunset on earth."

Want to find a different vacation spots in Jogja? Try to Orchard Mangunan located in Bantul. The orchard is located in the district Mangunan Dlingo, Bantul. But closer to Imogiri. The scenery in this fruit kebuh really soothing. Green!
If taken from the city of Yogyakarta, takes about an hour ride in motorized vehicles to get to the vi Fruit Mangunan. Just walk towards Imogiri. After arriving at Imogiri market will be found directions to get to the Fruit Garden Mangunan
Mangunan Fruit Garden was built by the districts of Bantul in 2003. The location is the fruit garden is located at an altitude of about 150-200 meters above sea level with an area of ​​23.3 hectares.
In the orchard, visitors can see a wide variety of fruit trees like rambutan, starfruit, durian, etc. Visitors are not allowed to pick the fruit.The main object of the Fruit Garden Mangunan is a peak that has a very beautiful view. At the top of the Fruit Garden Mangunan visitors will be treated to a view of the green mountains Sewu will bring coolness of eyes. The view was even more beautiful scenery combined with the Oyo River where the water is turquoise and clear
To get to the top visitors must pass through a fairly steep uphill road. Motor vehicles can indeed get to the top and there is a parking area. However, it would be more fun if the vehicle is parked near the entrance and walk towards the summit. Along the way you will be able to see the fruit trees while enjoying a typical green mountains. In the Fruit Garden Mangunan special trototar is provided that can be used by visitors who want to walk to the top
At the peak, there are Mangunan Fruit Garden view post located at the south. The viewing post leads directly into the river and mountains Sewu Oyo. The most appropriate time to come to the top of the Fruit Garden Mangunan is in the late afternoon dusk. Many visitors who come to the top of the Orchard Mangunan at dusk the evening to enjoy the sunset view from the top of the hill

Pine Forest Mangunan was popular as a hunting location even pre-wedding photo. Rows of pine thrives regularly no less beautiful forests, which is often used as a filming location abroad. Jogja in the morning was deserted, without a lot of vehicles passing by. When the sun is still shining shy and some people prefer to curl up in a blanket, some young men seen riding a bike on the streets eager Dlingo up and down hills and snaking. Effortlessly pouring sweat pedaling, YogYES through the same streets this morning. A clearing in the side of the road into our stopping point. Opposite where we turn off your vehicle engine, rows of towering pine trees meet the views. Imagine if the weather is foggy, the atmosphere of the forests of the Pacific Northwest can be enjoyed in Jogja. Pine Forest Mangunan, that part of the forest in RPH (Resort Forest Management) Mangunan overgrown Pinus plant is called. Its location can be taken in line with the grave site of the Kings Imogiri make YogYES and many people mistakenly call into Pine Forest Imogiri. Though administratively pine forest is not included Imogiri district. Before becoming one of the tourist destinations, the forest in Mangunan is a barren land which was then reforested. Not only pine, other tree species such as mahogany, acacia, walnut and eucalyptus are also grown on land which covers approximately 500 ha of this. Now Mangunan region, especially the part that is planted with pine trees not only serves as a protected forest, but also managed as one tourist destination. Not only lush jungle atmosphere that attracts many tourists, the presence of springs Bengkung that is trusted by the local community as the location of Sultan Agung Hanyakrakusuma hermitage drew pilgrims to come visit. To find the site springs that later built the Dutch government in 1925 and 1930 was there a few roads that can be taken, either by trekking from the parking lot through the woods that meeting following the path of outbound Watu Abang or circular path further but can be reached by bicycle or motorcycle. When we set foot on the land which is mostly covered in pine needles dry bath rug, the sun is getting higher and visible uphill start peeking from between the pine trees. The light that warms inevitably accompany expel cold since we arrived. Chatter a bunch of young people who interspersed with laughter began to fill the silence that had only contain rustling foliage. It was not long, some of them began to busy posing and using a camera to capture the style. Beratraksi above the trunks of pine that has been transformed into a bench-moder simple or sit on the porch swing with pose spoiled. Pine forest atmosphere that is always touted as the forest in Forks or other towns in the Evergreen State in the Hollywood film is the main attraction for lovers of photography and selfie fanatics. Until it's no wonder the pine forest is often visited for purposes including pre-wedding photography. In addition to view rows of pine trees that beautify the background image, there is an interesting philosophy about the pine tree as a symbol of love Korean people. According to them, trunked pine trees upright is a symbol of love straight and branched. While the leaves are always green pine likened to a love that never ends, Everlasting love While people are excited capture every moment in the camera shots, I chose to enjoy the atmosphere of the jungle in a swing hammock under a canopy of pine foliage. Rustling leaves and twigs friction becomes natural symphony capable melelapkan everyone into delusion. The quiet atmosphere in the Pine Forest Mangunan able to eliminate all the weight and complexity that meet the halls of mind.