Yogyakarta

The pre-eminent cultural capital of Indonesia has much to go for, from rich palaces to humble neighbourhoods.

accommodation in Yogyakarta

An absolute gem in Yogyakarta is the Tulips Hotel (http://www.hotel-tulips.com), Jn Tirtodipuran in the Prawirotaman area, a small guest house with 12 spotlessly clean rooms with private bathroom and private verandah around a swimming pool with sundeck chairs, and a small terrace. Excellent free wifi around the pool area, reaching to most of the rooms. … Read more

22. Prambanan

A second impressive temple complex outside Yogya, just as evocative as Borobudur, but more spectacular in its first impression.

21. Yogyakarta (2)

Perhaps the most popular tourist town in Indonesia, Yogya’s attraction outside the Kraton is mostly from the unexpected, off-the-beaten track experiences.

15. Yogyakarta (1)

A very pleasant train ride to what is reputed to be one of Indonesia’s nicest cities; touristic it is, but not disturbingly so, and different modes of transport are endless.