Taman Sari, a Sacred Royal Concubine Baths

Some time after the occurrence of the Agreement Giyanti, Prince Mangkubumi and his troops built a palace which served as the hub of all activities in the Sultanate Ngayogyakarta. The prince who had built a palace Sultanate later named the first Sultan Hamengku Buono. Construction of the palace were obtained from the revelation when the Emperor meditated on the slopes of Mount Merapi got a clue to build the Palace in a straight line from Mount Merapi and Parangtritis Beach. Kraton should be centered between the two points. Construction of the palace itself rests on a spring that is located between the two points of the volcano and beach Parangtritis. All that made ​​the sultan aims to honor and felicitate the services sultana who have sacrificed and helped during the war. Construction of the palace garden sari is handed over to an architect who had Portuguese nationality by a foreman held by a regent from madiun. Palace garden sari is placed not far from the palace is the center of all the activities and aims to be the daughter who wanted purification unnecessary journey designed jauh.Istana surrounded by an artificial lake that takes away from the fountain, in addition there is also growing a wide range of plant flowers to beautify the appearance of the garden sari.
In the park there are some gate sari specially designed untu the sultan. There are several gates that have different functions such as stage gate. This gate is one of the favorites of the sultan gate because this place accompanied by the wife of the sultan could watch some of the performing arts such as dance area. High arch shape makes it easy to watch the dancers sultan who are under the charming dance movement. Not far from where the dancers in center, hand side is for all instruments and players. By the middle of the field that resembles the embryo of a building used as a stage where the dancers perform a dance show in action. From the gate, we can go deeper into the permission of the park caretaker juice there we will find a place that once only the sultan and his family are allowed to enter. The place was a bathing pool, surrounded by a few showers with clear water first sultana gathered for ritual bathing. Pond clear and studded with a variety of flowers to be one of his favorite wife. Pond inside the palace is divided into three sections. The function of each's piece different from each other. The third part is Kawitan Bannerman, swimming should only be entered by the sons and daughters of the king. The second is Pamuncar Bannerman, Pool is dedicated exclusively to the concubines because it helps when doing peperanga. And the last is to be used as Bannerman Panguras special baths for the king alone. If you want to see and watch kemegahaan Taman Sari Palace, you can directly visit in Yogyakarta.

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Sermo Reservoir. Fishing surrounded by mountains

Mountains is one of the favorite places for families to relax and spend time together. The place is quiet, beautiful and comfortable is very attractive for tourists. One of the mountains are well known in the district is mountainous Menoreh in Kulonprogo . Mountains with a form that is not too high and the cliffs are quite steep mountains make this as an exercise for athletes of rock climbing. Mountains can be reached by traveling an hour from the city of Yogyakarta, is one of the mountains that have valuable assets such as reservoirs and recreational parks. To enter this area you have to go through the rather extreme way. By simply paying a dollar for motorcycles and two dollars for the car you will enjoy the beautiful reservoir surrounded by mountains that may be very rare.
If you have a hobby of fishing, you may distribute the hobby here, In Sermo Reservoir. Fishing surrounded by mountains There are also endemic fish very much. Armed with a fishing pole and bait and then find a place that feels fit and is the location of the fish life will be easy to get the fish. To get fish here you must have the right skills and vituperation for fish meal. If you're feeling tired for fishing, there Sermo Reservoir bridge provided by the tour manager to dispel the boredom. By paying one dollar you will be invited to surround the Sermo Reservoir. By boarding the ship, you will see some of the unique sights of the ship.
In Sermo Reservoir. Fishing surrounded by mountains.
there is one other attraction that kalibiru. Attraction is directly above the Sermo Reservoir, so that views of the water in the reservoir will be obvious Sermo good of shape as well as water waves. To form itself wadok Sermo has a unique footprint that is as complete hand with all five fingers. Kono of local folklore odd shape is obtained from the palm of an angry god. In itself there is also a substation kalibiru of view that will allow you to view and monitor the scenery and endemic wildlife venue. One of the obstacles faced by visitors is a steep and rugged path to the location. With your motor vehicle can not reach the site. To achieve this you have to walk for a few minutes with the craggy rocks. It will be a challenge for those of you who like adventure. Congratulations visiting Kulon Progo

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Boko Palace Queen. Center of the Kingdom and Spiritual Peace

Queen boko palace located in Yogyakarta is a historical proofthat there was life before we had a very civilized. evidence of civilization in Indonesia reflected ornaments or temple complex located on a hill that is not too high. There are various forms of jewelry that is very interesting. The building is centered on the temple was once a relic of empire rakai panakaran. rakai panakaran is a descendant of the dynasty Sailendra who live in the area yogyakarta. for those of you who have already been in the court of the queen of boko will definitely feel how peaceful atmosphere in the hills. Besides kedamainan obtained, you will see the whole view of the city of Yogyakarta on the hill this boko palace queen. in addition to being the site of an ancient relic should we preserve, the place is also open to the public as a spiritual attraction. If you want to feel the peace of heart and mind just to try to come at this boko palace queen. Around the queen boko palace complex there is also a place perkemahaan are often used by students to conduct the camp.
Part of the complex Boko Palace Queen. Center of the Kingdom and Spiritual Peace was damaged by an eroded by winter and rainy so the current queen of boko palace complex had undergone a renovation. Vast palace complex makes the restoration process takes a long time. As a result of this pemugaraan queen boko area attractions to be closed for a while. The temple is the center of civilization in the palace of the queen boko greater than the temple's to another. In the temple complex there are several means such as baths for the queen who lived in the palace until the great and magnificent gardens.
In addition to the wells where they are seen, around the queen boko complex also contained two caves were the main attraction. Goa was used for defense and to protect the king's soldiers hiding. When the enemy entered the territory of the complex feeding the royal army will be ready in the cave with his weapon. Palace founded by the Buddha with the flow has some elements that are more likely to flow Hindu religion. Maybe at that time already know the religion and embraced the two schools of the religion.
In honor of the queen's predecessors around the complex boko often held rituals that aim to pray for the spirits that inhabit complex boko queen. In the queen boko palace complex there are a large wells, these wells kono formerly used as a weapons storage and water to meet the needs of people in the boko queen. Vast temple complex with a variety of well-maintained parks will make visitors more comfortable to come and visit here.

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Cain Jarik Fascinating Phenomenon

Woven fabrics jarik is typical of Indonesia. Almost every area has jarik fabric. the difference is material, motifs and name alone. Kaon jarik be a very valuable asset for Indonesia. Since the fabric denganmodel like this can only be found in Indonesia alone. With patented by the institute is recognized, fabric jarik here no longer be recognized by other countries. Its pretty well known around the world is jarik of Yogyakarta and Pekalongan. In Yogyakarta alone motif fabric has a diverse and more than 10 types of fabrics. Jarik fabric has been phenomenal with this fabric mendunianya we as a culture have bersukur heir and preserve it. Fabrics are usually motivated by typical Indonesian batik taken from natural images such as from nature. Besides images from nature, Motif fabric is also not uncommon jarik sourced from wayang stories in antiquity. To create jarik fabric that has its own charm has two ways, namely by way of drawn manually or by using screen printing.

With both methods jarik fabric created with a charming motif. The uniqueness of the fabric jarik is phenomenal in terms of the manufacture of the manual way. Jarik ancient fabric was invented by a housewife who does not have a job because once the pedestal is a man. After her husband went to work for a living wives soon gathered at the spot of course after housework done. Purpose of this association is to create art that is fabric finger. To produce a single sheet of batik fabric takes approximately one month. This long period of workmanship that makes the fabric extremely inflated prices jarik. As the times and demand would then created a jarik fabric by screen printing method. This method was created due to see the international market are very interested in Indonesia's distinctive fabrics. With screen printing method is a factory only takes a few hours to create a fabric that is ready to sell. But the negative side of the screen printing method is less qualified. The buyers prefer cloth jarik using manual methods or handwritten

 While this jarik fabric production is growing rapidly. From previously only made in the form of fabric, for now production has penetrated into the textile industry. Because I had a lot of clothes or clothing that is manufactured using fabric jarik view of traditional batik motifs. If you are curious about the beauty of this fabric pattern please visit in Indonesia.

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Maratua. Exotic Beaches in Sulawesi

Indonesian coastline is endowed with a very wide range of different beaches, It makes the rich in Indonesia over the beach and a must-see. One is Maratua Beach, beach is located in Sulawesi has an amazing underwater beauty. With different kinds of living creatures that live in a particular area. This makes the view of the beach underwater Maratua like royal house reef fish with a sturdy and beautiful. For those of you who enjoyed the sport of diving, beach Maratua shall be my recommendation as a place that should be visited. Supply diving equipment that meets international standards makes tourists who want to dive not to worry. With safe equipment you will feel comfortable in the water to see the variety of aquatic animals that live there. The beach is also often the place marine researchers are developing here. Diversity penelitu interesting animals to come. Some animals that live and was almost extinct still be found on this beach. Since the preservation of natural resources under the sea that makes marine fish or other animals feel at home to stay. Besides the awareness of local people who keep well even conserve coral reef sustainability is a major factor in underwater life Maratua Sulawesi.
With the condition of coral reefs underwater makes good Maratua Sulawesi coast is rich with fish. Maybe those of you who like fishing should and must try to pull of a big fish seabed dwellers. It will be a challenge view of hobby fishing will get the thrill of pulling big fish in the sea. There may be surprised at some of the things that will happen when you are fishing in the Sulawesi Sea. With facilities such as fast boats that are available will make it easier for you. And You are currently visiting with the family not to worry because they had no place to live, as along the coast of Sulawesi Maratua hotel or lodging are provided. By paying your rent and your family will enjoy the facilities and service of a five star hotel. There are also rental place sled, the sled like the sport do not need to take the board out of the house because it was available. This is very beneficial and helps you because it is very practical
Lots of young people or students from other cities who come to the beach Maratua to conserve coral reefs. This method proved to be very effective to increase the number of coral reefs and coral reef regeneration in the elderly. For tourists who want to participate in the preservation and conservation of coral reefs can come right around the coast. Agenda not be collected due to the cost of the initiative of the community and young people who are very concerned with the environment or habitat of fish life. Maratua beach location on the island of Sulawesi, which is very easy to reach. The place is not far from the city center makes you not difficult to get to the beach. With good road access already will give comfort to your journey. Welcome to visit and enjoy the beauty of the beach Maratua in Sulawesi.

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