The royal city of Yogyakarta is the capital of Special Region of Yogyakarta along with an important centre for classical Javanese fine arts, culture and higher education.
Yogyakarta City
Yogyakarta Travel - Yogyakarta is one of the most attractive and ancient historical cities in Java. Because of its proximity to Borobudur and Pramban Temple Complex, it is a major stop on the tourist route. Yogyakarta was established in 1755 when Prince Mangkubumi built the Kraton Palace, called himself Sultan and created the most powerful Javanese Kingdom since the 17th century. Today it remains a symbol of resistance to Dutch Colonial rule, as well as the centre for classical Javanese art and culture, including batik, Ramayana ballet, shadow puppetry and music.
Yogyakarta (Special Region of Yogyakarta) is the capital of the Yogyakarta Sultanate, Indonesia.
| Main Districts | Gondokusuman, Jetis, Tegalrejo, Umbulharjo, Kotagede, Mergangsan, Ngampilan, Danurejan, Kraton, Wirobrajan, Pakualaman, Mantrijeron, Gedongtengen, Gondomananasa. |
| Tourist Attractions | Museums, Art and Culture. |
| History of Yogyakarta | Capital of Indonesian republicans during the National Revolution. |
| Nearest Airport | Yogyakarta International Airport & Adisucipto International Airport (Domestic) |
| Education | Gadjah Mada University (Sleman, Special Region of Yogyakarta) |