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Kotagede Mosque: Yogyakarta’s Oldest Islamic Heritage Site

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Kotagede Mosque entrance with traditional Javanese architecture and ornate details.

Ancient Islamic mosque in Yogyakarta blends Hindu-Javanese architecture with spiritual symbolism, but its most intriguing secret lies within the sacred pillars.

A visitor walking into the ancient entrance of Kotagede's royal tomb complex, surrounded by red brick Hindu-Javanese architecture.

Pilgrimage Sites

Kotagede: Journey Through Time in Yogyakarta’s Old Capital

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Wander through Kotagede's ancient streets, where royal tombs, silver artisans, and centuries-old traditions reveal Yogyakarta's majestic past.

A vintage yellow locomotive transporting sugarcane through a shady pathway lined with trees at Madukismo Sugar Factory in Yogyakarta, with piles of sugarcane visible on the side.

Pilgrimage Sites

Madukismo Sugar Factory: Yogyakarta’s Last Standing Sugar Mill

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Ride vintage trains through Indonesia's last active sugar mill! Explore Madukismo Sugar Factory's 400,000-ton production and witness sugar-making magic.

The entrance to Cemeti Art House, a contemporary art space in Yogyakarta, with a traditional building and sculptures surrounded by trees and greenery.

Arts and Culture

Cemeti Art House: Exploring Art Beyond Boundaries

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Discover groundbreaking exhibitions at Cemeti Art House, Yogyakarta's premier contemporary art space. Experience local and global artistic innovation.

Dancers performing the Sugriwa Subali Ballet in traditional Javanese costumes, depicting a scene of sibling rivalry from the Ramayana.

Arts and Culture

Sugriwa Subali Ballet: Epic Sibling Rivalry in Dance

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Experience the epic battle of monkey brothers in Sugriwa Subali Ballet. Watch ancient rivalries unfold through mesmerizing Javanese dance.

A view of Gesing Beach with turquoise waters and a sandy shore lined with blue fishing boats. A person is standing on a wooden deck overlooking the beach, surrounded by green hills.

Beaches

Gesing Beach: Explore the Scenic Coastal Beauty

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Experience the magic of Gesing Beach, where white sands meet crystal waters. Your perfect coastal escape awaits in Gunungkidul.

Shopping

Beringharjo Market: Uncover the Secrets of Yogyakarta’s Oldest Market

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Unearth centuries-old treasures and vibrant culture at Beringharjo Market, Yogyakarta's oldest bazaar, where hidden gems and untold stories await curious explorers.