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People 2008-05-03 03:28:14 The number of population of Yogyakarta Province is more less 3,5 million people and the average density is estimated to be 980,69 persons per square kilometer. The most heavily populated district in the region is in Yogyakarta Municipality that has 461,800 inhabitants spread over 32,50 kilometers or the average population density is thus over 14,200 persons per square kilometer. The least densely populated districts is in Gunung Kidul regency which has 720.643 inhabitants and cover 1,485 square kilometers or the density rate is 485 persons per square kilometer. Since a very long time ago the Provincial territory of Yogyakarta Special Region and its surrounding has been decently populated. The Merapi Volcano in the northern part has always erupted its volcanic materials and therefore its su
History 2008-05-02 17:50:29 Earliest recorded history dates from the 9th century. Hindu and Buddhist kingdoms flourished that gave rise to the magnificent temples tourists flock to today. Present day Yogyakarta owes its existence to a mid 18th Century “Family Feud”. Prince Mangkubumi, who was the younger brother of the Ruler of Surakarta, left the Royal Palace (Kraton) to establish his own fiefdom after a contentious land dispute with his older brother. This breakup of the “Muslim Mataram Kingdom” was encouraged by the colonizing Dutch, as part of their divide and conquer strategy for the Dutch East Indies Company.Prince Mangkubumi proclaimed himself “Sultan” and took the name Hamengkubuwono (5 syllables Ha - meng - ku - bu - wo – no). The translation of his chosen name is “The universe in the lap of Read more:History
Government 2008-05-02 17:42:50 The government of the Republic of Indonesia consists of 27 provinces. Some of them have a status as the Special Region. Those are the Capital Special Region of Jakarta as a capital of the country, the Special Region of Aceh and the Special Region of Yogyakarta. What is now called Special Region of Yogyakarta has come into being continuing the administrations existing far back before the Republic of Indonesia was born as an independent country. During the era of Dutch occupation there are two principalities in this region namely the Kasultanan Yogyakarta (Yogyakarta Sultanate) and the Kadipaten Pakualaman (Pakualaman Regency).The Dutch Colonial Government
in the past respected and referred to the authorities of those two principalities in carrying out their autonomous self government, arran
Geographic 2008-05-02 17:30:20 Geographically, Yogyakarta Special Province is situated in the Southern part of Central Java and lies between 7 degree 33' and 8 degree 12' South altitude and between 110 degree 50' East longitude. The administrative boundaries of this region are surrounded by some regencies of central Java Province:Southern East : Wonogiri RegencyEastern : Klaten RegencyNorthwestern : Magelang RegencyWestern : Purworejo RegencyThe Indonesian Ocean borders the Southern part of Yogyakarta. The borderline of the seashore stretches from West to East of which the length is around 100 km, started from Congot Beach in Kulon Progo Regency and ended at Sadeng Beach in Gunung Kidul Regency. Because of its location, Yogyakarta is strategically positioned for the economic activity network in Java as well as for the Read more:Geographic
Culture 2008-05-02 17:25:46 Culture The province of Yogyakarta with its status as a special region lies in the Southern part of Central Java, in the heartland of Javanese culture. As the former capital and the center of several kingdoms in the past, this region and its people are very rich in a variety of cultures. It is widely known from to historical records that the civilization, art and culture had developed well in the center of those kingdoms respectively in the era of the Ancient Mataram Kingdom (8th - 10th Century) the second Mataram Kingdom (17th - 18th Century) and Sultanate Ngayogyokarto from the mid of 18th Century up today.It can be mentioned here that the cultural heritage in the past are the magnificent temples, the ruins of palaces and monasteries, the various kind of traditions cultural events, tradi
Climate 2008-05-02 17:16:33 The average daily temperature range between 26 degree and 28 degree Celsius with its minimum 18 degree C and maximum 35 degree C respectively. Average humidity is 74% with its minimum of 65% and maximum 84% respectively.The Yogyakarta Special Region lies approximately 7 South of the equator line and is bathed in tropical; sunshine along the year. Having a tropic climate the daily atmosphere feels a little bit hot and humid. These are only two seasons along the year, the wet or rainy seasons and dry monsoon. Usually the wet seasons begin at September and lasts about August. Generally there is no rainfalls from may to August and there fore the atmosphere feels hot and humid on the day and cool in the night and early morning. The monthly rain falling Yogyakarta varies between 3mm and 496mm in Read more:Climate
Hotel 2008-05-02 17:10:47 Yogyakarta is well served by a wide selection of accommodations, suitable for anyone from a King to a young backpacker. These are the best hotel in Yogyakarta for each category based on their services and reasonable prices.Sejahtera ApartmentHotel
with apartment facilities is unique and interesting.Class: 3 starRoom rates start from IDR 350,000Location: GejayanHotel BrongtoLocated in the heart of this Javanese cultural center, just south of the Kraton and previously known as Brongtodiningratan (Brongto Noble) mansion, Hotel Brongto is offering a comfortable atmosphere of traditional Javanese hospitality.Class: 3 starRoom rates start from IDR 316,115Location: PrawirotamanDusun Jogja Village InnRelaxed, Distinctive, Unique.Class: 3 starRoom rates start from IDR 650,000Location: PrawirotamanG
Region 2008-05-02 17:07:33 The Province of Yogyakarta Special Region with the total area 3,185.80 square kilometers consists of four regencies and one municipality namely:• Yogya Municipality: 32,50 square kilometers• Sleman Regency: 574,82 square kilometers• Bantul Regency: 506,86 square kilometers• Kulon Progo Regency: 586,27 square kilometers• Gunung Kidul Regency: 1,485.36 square kilometers.Based on its land area, the Yogyakarta Special Region is the second smallest province in Indonesia after DKI Jakarta Province. Morphologically the condition of each district sand municipality is as follows:• The Municipality of Yogyakarta is located in the central of the Provincial Territory with its average height is 114 m above the sea level. There are three rivers flowing through the city namely Code River, Win
Prambanan Temple 2008-05-02 17:01:35 Prambanan temple is extraordinarily beautiful building constructed in the tenth century during the reigns of two kings namely Rakai Pikatan and Rakai Balitung. Soaring up to 47 meters (5 meters higher than Borobudur temple), the foundation of this temple has fulfilled the desire of the founder to show Hindu triumph in Java Island. This temple is located 17 kilometers from the city center, among an area that now functions as beautiful park.There is a legend that Javanese people always tell about this temple. As the story tells, there was a man named Bandung Bondowoso who loved Roro Jonggrang. To refuse his love, Jonggrang asked Bondowoso to make her a temple with 1,000 statues only in one-night time. The request was nearly fulfilled when Jonggrang asked the villagers to pound rice and to se Read more:Temple
Travel Tips 2008-05-01 10:00:36 Because there are so many things to see, if you don't have much time, it is best if you go to a travel agency. It will save you time. On traditional markets and Malioboro, most of the items sold there are bargainable. When in doubt, ask if the wares are bargainable or not. Bargain at least half the price the seller offers first. If you're not certain, take a look around and ask for the similar item's prices, for comparison.If you have a travel guide from a travel agency, ask her/him to bargain things for you. The same goes if you're lucky enough to have locals as your friends or relatives.Never hire an unlicensed travel guide.Bring lightweight clothings, also hats and shades, if necessary. Jogjakarta can be quite hot.If you're being offered things that do not interest you, be firm and say Read more:Travel
No title 2008-05-01 09:56:13 Jogjakarta is truly a unique city. Ruled by a king (sultan) whose lineage can be traced to centuries, this city offers plenty cultural and historical heritage. Here you can eat lesehan style without chairs. The rather sweet cuisine of Jogjakarta might surprise you first, but many people have been longing for good Javanese food after trying it once, so you might have the same experience.This city offers many luscious delicacies. From gudeg rice, bakpia cookies, wingko babat, to enting-enting kacang, etc, visitors will be delighted to find there are so many delicious choices here in this town.
No title 2008-05-01 09:30:18 Taxi in Yogyakarta, let someone call a taxi with a meter, about 10.000 rupiah for a short distance.
Busway 2008-05-01 09:20:40 Yogyakarta has welcomed the newly launched Trans Jogja busway with hopes the system, similar to the TransJakarta busway, can provide affordable, comfortable public transportation. Thousands of residents, including students, have used the new busway since its official opening early last week by Governor Sultan Hamengkubuwono X.Traveling on the Trans Jogja busway is more comfortable, safer and cheaper than using existing public buses.
Train 2008-05-01 09:16:23 Yogyakarta has a train station with excellent connections to Jakarta , Bandung, Surabaya... Only Solo or Surakarta is nearby. The other trajects will take houres. Make sure you have numbered seats on the right train. For your comfort : Don't take economy class, because they are crowded. Reservations can be made in advance and is recommended. Read more:Train
Plane 2008-05-01 09:08:54 Not many airlines have direct flights to Yogyakarta. For international flights, I think only Garuda Airlines caters to this market. For Singapore, flights to Yogyakarta only take place on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at about 6.00pm. Now, do take note that flights out from Yogyakarta to Singapore only take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at about 7.05am - that means you need to be at the airport at 5.00am. And also it is possible to go by plane from several major cities of Indonesia, such as Jakarta and Surabaya. Read more:Plane
Becak 2008-05-01 05:28:15 Becak is environmentally friendly transportation tool because not cause air pollution. In other hand, Becak not causes noise and also can be made as tourist transportation. Becak can be find easily in Yogyakarta.
Andong 2008-05-01 04:44:23 Andong is one of traditional transportation tool in Yogyakarta. Andong as one of Java heritage give separate culture features that now is being made everlasting. Although already much quicker and cheap motor vehicles, but Yogyakarta people still love this one. This Andong can be met easily all the way Malioboro, Ngasem market, and in Kotagede.
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