Top Attractions in Yogyakarta
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- Built in the 18th century over a period of seven years, Taman Sari was built by a Portuguese architect and features a superb park with palaces, pools and waterways which were used by the sultan and his associates.
- Built during the Dutch era, the fort of Benteng Vredeburg has been converted into a museum. The museum features interesting dioramas related to freedom struggle in Yogyakarta. Watch for the architectural design of the fort.
- Check out a superlative collection of Javanese art work like wayang kulit puppets, masks, kris and batik at the Sono-Budoyo Museum. The museum’s courtyard is crammed with Hindu statues and artifacts and Balinese sculptures. The courtyard also hosts shows by Wayang kulit.
- Kids will love to visit the Gembira Loka Zoo. The zoo is home to many interesting animals like Komodo dragons, Java’s one-horned rhinoceros, tigers, crocodiles, monkeys and more. There is also a scenic artificial lake.