GOA JOMBLANG CAVING, Exploring the Treasure of Vertical Cave

The journey to get to the bottom of Goa Jomblang (Jomblang cave) are indeed exhausting. Vertical steep path to reach the bottom of the Jomblang Cave requires bravery, especially for first timers. The cave horrible history indeed scares the local people. Many eerie stories come along with it. However, when we reached the bottom of the cave, all the fatigue and fear will be replaced by a sense of awe of the beauty of Goa Jomblang. 

Jomblang Cave is a vertical cave characteristics which diametrically 50 m wide with vertical sides varies between 60-80 meters. Because getting enough sunlight, at the bottom some trees grow exuberantly like an underground forest and on karst wall grow shrubs. 

When we reach the bottom of the cave, we can take a rest for a while in a cubicle from natural phenomenon. After sort resting, explorers can continue the journey by tracing the tunnel that connects the Cave Jomblang with other vertical cave named Grubug.

KaliBiru

Have you ever been to Yogyakarta? This university town is also worth mentioning as a tourist town because it's tourist attractions in Yogyakarta is very much at all. Malioboro, the Palace, Monument, and so we hear may be used as a favorite tourist attractions both locally and overseas. In addition to tourist attractions in the area of ​​the city, Jogja also has many tourist attractions are not so well known but has a special value for the visit. One is Kalibiru which is a tourist attraction in the area Kulonprogo, the western region of Yogyakarta. Approximately less than 2 hours drive from Yogyakarta we will get to Kalibiru. During the trip we will be treated to views of rice fields and teak forests on the right side of the road.

Kuwaru Beach

A row of pine trees grove shrimp as calm at the time of life. Interspersed riungan ATV motors, food stalls lined enliven the atmosphere. On the edge of the beach, lined with fishing boats lying neatly. While on shore, adults and children enjoy the waves of the sea mingle. Yes, that's a glimmer of life Kuwaru Coast. The beach is located in the hamlet Kuwaru, Village Poncosari, Srandakan district, Bantul District, presenting the natural beauty of the beach that look different. Indeed, many beaches in the district of Bantul lined the southern ocean. However, only a few are known to tourists, such as the beach is Parangtritis and Depok.

MUSEUM VREDEBURG

Vredeburg Fortress doesn't separate with Kasultanan Jogjakarta. The born of the Kasultanan Jogjakarta begin from Giyanti agreement which is the VOC (Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie) intervention. The VOC want to divide the Mataram Kingdom become two parts, named Kasunanan Surakarta and Kasultanan Jogjakarta. 

After separated, the Kasultanan Jogjakarta was led by Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono I. He was built the Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat Palace soon. The quick establishment of the palace make fearful for the VOC. This condition make the VOC want to build a fortress to control the development of palace.

CAVE TUBING GUA PINDUL

CAVE TUBING AT PINDUL CAVE

An Adventure of Going along Underground River That Has Many Stories

Wading across a river using b is somethinoatg common, but if the river is located inside a cave, of course it will be an enjoyable yet challenging experience. Pindul is a cave that becomes part of the group of seven caves with underground river flowing inside. It is located in a village named Bejiharjo, Karangmojo and it offers the real sensation of adventure. For about 45 to 60 minutes, visitors will be invited to go along the river in the darkness of the bowels of the earth with 300 meters length using lifebelt. This is an activity combining body rafting and caving, and later called cave tubing.

Gudeg

Gudeg is a traditional food from Yogyakarta and Central Java, Indonesia which is made from young Nangka (jack fruit) boiled for several hours with palm sugar, and coconut milk.

Additional spices include garlic, shallot, candlenut, coriander seed, galangal, bay leaves, and teak leaves, the latter giving a brown color to the dish. It is also called Green Jack Fruit Sweet Stew.

Gudeg is served with white rice, chicken, hard-boiled egg, tofu and/or tempeh, and a stew made of crispy beef skins (sambal goreng krecek).

Borobudur

Who does not know Borobudur? This Buddhist temple has 1460 relief panels and 504 Buddha effigies in its complex. Millions of people are eager to visit this building as one of the World Wonder Heritages. It is not surprising since architecturally and functionally, as the place for Buddhists to say their prayer, Borobudur is attractive.

Prambanan

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.

Kaliurang

Kaliurang that is literally in Indonesian means "river shrimp", is a resort located in the province of Yogyakarta. Precisely  Kaliurang is located in Lahore District, on the border with the province of Central Java.  Kaliurang is located at the foot of the hill south of the merapi.sekitar plewang 28 KM north of Jogja. This area is a refreshing place for those who want to enjoy fresh air and green trees. As a mountain attractions,  Kaliurang offers accommodation facilities, villas, bungalows, accommodation as well as recreational facilities, such as swimming pools, tennis courts, and playgrounds are visited by many people.

Baron Beach

Baron beach, the most popular beaches in Gunungkidul, because this beach is the first beach to be found when visiting tenderly kissed cluster of sea and land, a symbol of elegance Gunungkidul tourist beaches. Ranks of Baron Beach, Beach Kukup, long beach, Coastal and Beach Sundak lined Krakal there, visitors will spoil peace of mind hubbub carrier waves.

Baron beach is located in the Village Kemadang, Tanjungsari District, about 20 km south of the city Wonosari (40 km from the city of Yogyakarta). Shore who witnessed the meeting between seawater and freshwater, which is the result of the river that empties into a corner of the beach baron, as a symbol of two hearts berpadunya although with different backgrounds.

Kukup Beach

Kukup beach is one of the famous beaches in Gunungkidul. The beach is known as the marine aquarium, why? Due to a variety of fish here. Obviously with white sand, this beach add to the exotic.

Kukup beach on the east side, there is such a great hangout. His position at the center of the sea, and to achieve it we must menaikin bridge connecting the coastal area. So remember right thing in the morning nyari seaweed Ulva next to the bridge.

Indrayanti Beach

Indrayanti beach become an alternative place to spend a family vacation, even this white sand beach is not as popular like other beaches. There are lodging facilities that have been built there. If you bring a family to spend the night, an area of 4x5 meter wooden huts can be rented. Terrace overhanging the beach. Want to swim? jump to live alone, or just want to get lazy just sitting quietly reading a book while occasionally hear southern ocean waves. If you want to stay in hotels, you must book a place one month earlier. However, if lodging is full, do not worry because it can set up tents around the coast. Sloping plateau wide enough there, warm white sand floors. Some pandanus thatched gazebo has been prepared to pamper guests playing on the beach. While enjoying a light breeze you can order typical beach coconut ice and seafood.

SRI GETHUK WATER FALL

It will probably crossed your mind that South Mountain is identical to the arid land? but in fact there is an attraction Niagara Sri Gethuk which would indicate an abundance of water in parts of South Mountain. Sri Gethuk springs located in the hamlet Menggoran, Bleberan Village, District Playen, South Mountain, about 40 km from Yogyakarta. The location is remote enough so that the transportation to get there pretty hard to come by unless you contact the car rental jogja and other personal vehicles.

Kraton Yogyakarta

Kraton is the main object in the city of Yogyakarta. Historic buildings which are the palace and residence of the Sultan Hamengku Buwana and his family was established in 1756. Sultan's Palace with all its cultural traditions and the spirit of the life of the people of Yogyakarta. Kraton is also a major tourist attraction in the city of Yogyakarta both in terms of heritage buildings and customs that exist in it. In the Sultan's Palace in addition to the beauty of the past can be enjoyed through the architecture of the building, can also be enjoyed traditional art which is served every day in Ward Manganti. Currently occupied by a family of Kraton Yogyakarta Sultan Hamengku Buwana X who became king at once governor of Yogyakarta.

Malioboro

Coming from the Sanskrit language which means bouquet of flowers, Malioboro becomes flower that its charm is able to attract tourists. Not only full of stories and memories, Malioboro also becomes souvenir paradise in the heart of Jogja.

MALIOBORO

Down The Road of Flower Bouquet and Souvenir Paradise in The Heart of Jogja

The sun was beating down as thousands of people crowded along Malioboro street. They did not just stand on the sidewalk but they ran over up to the road. The atmosphere was so noisy and hectic. Bubbling laughter, screaming car horns, the strains of gamelan cassette, up to shouting traders selling food and toys for children blended into one. After waiting for hours, finally, the expected carnival troupe appeared. Started by Bregada Prajurit Lombok Abang, royal carriage convoy began to walk slowly. All squeezing wanted to see the couple of GKR Bendara and KPH Yudhanegara who continuosly waved and spreaded a friendly smile.

Hargodumilah "Bukit Bintang" Gunungkidul

Hargodumilah, or seing referred to as “Star Hill”, is a place where lies the city of Jogja and the surrounding scenery from here. Exoticism that was on the sidelines of the trip will force everyone to stop for a moment, enjoy the breadth of the eye could see.

At the time of the day, where the sun is still looking at the earth’s loyal Gunungkidul, Mount Merapi, Mount Merbabu, Mount Sindoro and Cleft standing there showing off the beauty in the distance. And would not disappoint when visiting Hargodumilah at dusk when greeted. Sunset over the city of Jogja smiled sweetly inflame the soul.

KEKAYON MUSEUM

The video recording describing the history of Indonesian nation may be seen often, but a recording in the form of a replica accounting for Indonesian history from old time to the independence proclamation is rarely seen, moreover a recording containing the history of the puppet art from the sixth to tenth centuries. Kekayon museum presents the rare recording in the location of its foundation, around 1 kilometer of the East Ring Road.

Monument Jogja Kembali

Yogya Kembali Monument Museum, is a museum of history of the Republic of Indonesia's independence struggle in the city of Yogyakarta and managed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Museum is located in the north of the city is much visited by students in the event of excursions.

Yogya kembali monument was built on June 29, 1985 with a ceremonial planting buffalo head and laying the first stone by Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono IX and Sri Paduka Paku Alam VIII. The idea to establish this monument were raised by Soegiarto colonel, as the Mayor of Yogyakarta in 1983.

Siung Beach

Siung coast rich in giant coral reefs. Coral cliff has 250 climbing routes, is also the perfect place to enjoy the beach panorama. There are also reefs resemble cloves Vanara which the naming of the beach.

Siung Beach is located in a remote area in Gunung Kidul regency, the south district Tepus precisely. The distance is around 70 km from the city center, or about two hours drive. Reach this beach by motorbike or car to the choice of many people, because it’s hard to find public transportation. Colt, or bus from the city Wonosari usually only get to areas Tepus, rose must wait for hours.

Parangtritis Beach

In addition to being the most popular beach in Yogyakarta, Parangtritis is worth visiting since it is closely related to such tourism objects as the Sultan Palace in Yogyakarta city, Parangkusumo Beach to the west of it, and the Merapi area at the north part of Yogyakarta.

Located around 27 kilometers from the city center, Parangtritis Beach is also part of the Queen of South's authority.

The naming of the beach has its own history. Hundreds years ago, someone named Dipokusumo, who was a fugitive of Majapahit Kingdom, came to this area to meditate. When he saw water dripping from the crack of the coral reef, he named this area 'parangtritis', originating from the word parang (stone) and tumaritis (water drops). The beach close to the area was then named the same.