Want to travel to the city of Yogyakarta, must be easy. It doesn’t take much preparation, it’s enough for our bodies to get there first. After that, all you have to do is follow your footsteps and you can feel the typical tourism of Yogyakarta. That’s how the city used to be the capital of this country. Not that all places in Yogyakarta become tourist destinations. Most visitors to this warm city want to experience Yogyakarta culture: friendly, serene, away from the hustle and bustle like other big cities. Just try to get off at Tugu Station, just walk to visit the Malioboro area, our mood will feel good in the city of Yogyakarta.
The Yogyakarta City Culture Office itself notes that there are more than 30 kinds of historical and cultural tourist destinations. Artificial tourism also reached the same figure. So don’t worry about running out of choices of places to visit. Two days seemed not enough to go around the city of Yogyakarta. Usually visitors to the city of Bakpia will visit historical and cultural destinations such as the Borobudur Temple, the Palace, the Banyunibo Temple which have long been known. However, now artificial or special interest destinations are developing which are not inferior to other cities. There is the Pelangi Monjali Park in the Jogja Lagi Monument complex. Visitors can feel the beauty of the attractive lantern decoration as a photo spot. Or visit tours around the village in Merapi by using an off-road jeep or a trail motorbike that is challenging and exciting while seeing the cool nature of Merapi.
Another tour that is now no less interesting is to visit many tourist villages in the Borobudur Temple area. Visitors can feel the pulse of the village’s life while traveling around using bicycles or horses that can be rented. About ten villages near Borobudur Temple are the choices to live in. The quiet, peaceful atmosphere typical of rural Yogyakarta is the main attraction for visitors to spend time. There is a Wanurejo Village with a typical batik community. Majaksingi Village offers sunrise trekking and cycling while surrounding the rural panorama. Candirejo village with typical agriculture that has not been touched by the modern world. Kenalan Village which is for those who want to feel the cool mountain air around where we are staying. And many other villages that are no less interesting.
Visiting the city of Yogyakarta will not run out of vacation spots because the area around the city of Yogyakarta is easy to reach and offers a million charms. Bantul area with its characteristic beaches and natural culinary tourism. There is Prambanan Temple in Sleman which you can visit Boko Temple and Sewu Temple at the same time. Want to feel the beautiful south coast, stop by Gunungkidul. This district offers a number of beautiful beaches and of course great photo spots. Not only that, there is Wediombo beach which can be used for surfing. Sadranan Beach if you want to feel snorkeling on the beach. Jungwok Beach, which is now the target of young people, camps by the beach with beautiful views. There is also Sadeng Beach if we want to see the life of fishermen, especially since this beach is one of the largest fishing centers near Yogyakarta.
How to Get to Yogyakarta
Land Line
When taking the train, Tugu and Lempuyangan Railway Stations are the final destination for travelers from Jakarta and other cities in the east such as Surabaya and Malang. If you are from Solo City, you can take the Pramex Train, which is now getting more frequent. If you choose to take the bus to Yogyakarta, the Giwangan Terminal in the city center will be the final destination.
Airway
Visitors can use the plane directly through Adisutjipto International Airport in Kulon Progo Regency. If you want to go straight to town, you can rent a four-wheeled vehicle to make it more comfortable. If you want to use the train, visitors can immediately take the Pramex train, whose station is also in the airport complex. Visitors can go directly to the Malioboro department or other stations according to their destination.
TIPS
- Avoid going on vacation during school holidays, the city of Yogyakarta is immediately busy and causes traffic jams.
- It is better to choose accommodation outside Yogyakarta when choosing destinations around Yogyakarta to avoid traffic jams in the city.
- Plan a group of tourist destinations that are close together to save time.
- There are four regencies adjacent to the City of Yogyakarta: Bantul, Sleman, Gunungkidul, Kulon Progo, so plan your visit carefully.
- There are so many tourist destinations in Yogyakarta, so you can choose and know the characteristics of a destination, visit the official website that explains all Yogyakarta tourist destinations.