Pakualaman

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Cyclo is still quite popular in Yogya #localgem
Cyclo is still quite popular in Yogya #localgem
Love it or hate it Yogyakarta and its surrounds are not a place to skip. This bustling city has several places to visit within the city limits and many outside. Among them, Yogya is the jumping-off point to visit the UNESCO site of Borodubur. More details: http://turtlestravel.com/dont-skip-yogyakarta-indonesia/
This is a traditional game which I enjoyed playing a lot as a child. Recently I found them used in hotels and restaurants in Indonesia either for decor purposes or to contain snacks. Brings back lots of good memories! It is known as Congkak in Indonesia. The oldest mancala game boards were found in a ruined fort of Roman Egypt and date back to the 4th century AD. The game was likely introduced to Southeast Asia by Indian in the 15th century. Ancient Tamils during their Chola expedition and Trading with Indonesian Islands ( Sumetra, Java ) took this game there. In Indonesia, this is known as Congkak or Congklakin. It is believed to have spread throughout Malay world through merchants via Malacca, an important trading post at that time. In the early days, it was thought that this game was for the king and family and palace residents, however later it spread to the general population of the kingdom. Beside the Indian Peranakan also enjoy playing Congkak. In Java, the term "dakon stone" refers to the similarly pitmarked stones from the bronze-Iron Age period of Indonesia. These stones have rows of 4 or 5 cup-shaped holes and two holes at each end, a formation which has much in common with that of the similarly named game in Java. This prehistoric dakon stones is unrelated to the game and were probably employed in ceremonies to propitiate ancestors. Such stones can be found around Java. The current Malaysian Ringgit 10 sen coin has a Congkak board on the reverse in recognition of the long history of congkak in Malaysia. Source: Wikipedia
Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel Yogyakarta

Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel Yogyakarta

5 out of 5
Jl. Gajah Mada No.67 Yogyakarta Yogyakarta
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Pakualaman Palace ...
8/10 Very Good! (202 reviews)
I booked 3 rooms in this hotel for me and my sisters…we asked all 3 rooms to be on the same level and it’s no problem at all for the hotel…we had nice time and all the staff are very friendly and polite. We had a ‘bit’ of confusion at the end of our stay but Ken, the duty manager on the day had explained ...

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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1O1 STYLE Yogyakarta Malioboro

1O1 STYLE Yogyakarta Malioboro

3 out of 5
JL. GAJAH MADA NO. 30, Yogyakarta Jogja
The price is ₩49,539 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
₩49,539
₩59,942 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
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Stay at this hotel in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Pakualaman Palace are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Everything was clean and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

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FortunaSuites Malioboro Yogyakarta

FortunaSuites Malioboro Yogyakarta

3.5 out of 5
Jl. Sultan Agung Yogyakarta Jogja
The price is ₩54,868 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
₩54,868
₩66,391 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Yogyakarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Museum Sasmitaloka ...
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Villa Verde the garden

Villa Verde the garden

3 out of 5
Jl. Watugede Ngaglik Yogyakarta
Stay at this cabin in Ngaglik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Malioboro Street and Yogya Kembali Monument are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
It's fantastic and excellent. I truly happy to statly there. All of my family enjoyed the stay as well.

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Villa Verde the garden
Tropical House and Mini Golf Yogyakarta

Tropical House and Mini Golf Yogyakarta

3 out of 5
Jl. Ponpes Sunan Ampel Depok Jogja
Book a stay at this golf villa in Depok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Popular attractions Prambanan Temple and Malioboro Street are located ...
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GIRI TENGAH RESORT BOROBUDUR

GIRI TENGAH RESORT BOROBUDUR

3 out of 5
Balkondes Giri Tengah, Kali Tengah Borobudur
Stay at this cottage in Borobudur. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and balconies. Popular attractions Borobudur Temple and Pottery Pak Poyo Workshop.Nglipo ...
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Popular places to visit

Malioboro Street

Malioboro Street

Spend a day exploring Yogyakarta’s liveliest commercial district, which is famous for its batik stores, street food and historic landmarks.

Malioboro Street
Gembira Loka Zoo showing dangerous animals and zoo animals

Gembira Loka Zoo

Cross the bridges on the Gajahwong River to see the Komodo dragons, orangutans and hippos that inhabit this eclectic zoo.

Gembira Loka Zoo
Tugu Monument featuring modern architecture

Tugu Yogyakarta

Capture spectacular night photos of the popular and luminous White Monument that holds geographical and spiritual value for the locals.

Tugu Yogyakarta
Water Castle which includes heritage architecture and a pool as well as a small group of people

Taman Sari

The majestic water pools and fountains in this luxury palace were built to hide and pamper the sultan and his concubines.

Taman Sari
Kraton Complex

Royal Palace of Yogyakarta

Watch a puppet performance and listen to traditional music in the cultural and political heart of the city of Yogyakarta.

Royal Palace of Yogyakarta
Fort Vredeburg Museum which includes art and interior views

Fort Vredeburg Museum

See the fascinating dioramas showcasing significant events in Indonesian history and wander through the pretty gardens of this Dutch colonial fortress.

Fort Vredeburg Museum

Cities near Pakualaman

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The old Dutch army base 'Ford Vredenburg'

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