Visit the Water Palace in Yogyakarta for the Dragon Boat Festival

#GreatPlacesForDragonBoatFestival Take advantage of the rare Dragon Boat Festival holiday to travel to Yogyakarta. Built in the 18th century, the Yogyakarta Water Palace was once the royal garden of the Sultanate of Yogyakarta. It is not only a water palace but also combines a fortress, leisure gardens, baths, and secret passages. It used to be a summer retreat for the Sultan and his family. The most famous feature is the central bath, consisting of three pools used by the Sultan and his harem. It is said that the king would watch the concubines playing in the pools from the windows in the attic. The Water Palace blends Javanese, Portuguese, and Chinese architectural styles, with walls decorated with intricate floral carvings that showcase the art style of the time. It’s a great place to visit during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday.