Yogyakarta, a mysterious special region city

Yogyakarta is a unique city in Indonesia. After the decline of the Mataram Sultanate, the kingdom split into the Yogyakarta Sultanate and the Surakarta Sultanate, each independently ruled by the Sultan and the Pakualaman Prince. Today, it is also a special region in Indonesia. Attractions Recommended Yogyakarta Palace Built by the first Sultan, Hamengkubuwono I, it is located in the center of Yogyakarta city. The palace consists of a main hall, mosque, courtyard, and other buildings, blending Javanese, European, and Islamic styles. It has a history of 250 years. Ticket: 15,000 IDR Water Castle Taman Sari Water Castle is a royal bathing park located in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. It was built in 1684 and has a history of over 300 years. The design was by a Portuguese architect. The entire water castle combines European, Chinese, and Javanese styles. Ticket: 25,000 IDR Wayang Museum The Yogyakarta Wayang (shadow puppet) show is full of mythical colors, with a long history and mysterious cultural arts. City Tour: Malioboro Street, Yogyakarta Museum, local markets. Accommodation Recommendation: You can stay near the train station or the palace, with standard rooms starting from 80 RMB. Transportation: You can take a train from Jakarta to Yogyakarta.