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Prambanan and Surrounding Temples
4 h
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In the afternoon, transfer from the city center of Jogjakarta heading to the east, to discover the lesser known temple in the area but definitely worth to visit. Plaosan is a twin Buddhist temple separated by road in the middle of the rice field and plantation. The temple featuring many unique reliefs that has 116 ancillary domes and 50 ancillary temples.
Back the entry point, a traditional horse cart, locally known as Dokar has waiting for you short transfer through traditional Javanese village to Prambanan. Explore the ancient Hindu temples at Prambanan, located 17 kilometers from Jogjakarta. Built in the 9th century, this collection of sharp, jagged temple features three main inner shrines dedicated to the Hindu trinity: Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. UNESCO named Prambanan a Heritage Site in 1991. Your guide will explain the history and symbolism of the temples as you walk around.
Afterward, drive through a winding and hilly road to reach Ratu Boko, standing proudly on 200m above sea level overlooking the magnificent Prambanan temples, and mystical Mount Merapi as its far background. Ratu Boko Palace is the remnants of the glorious golden age of the ancient Javanese kingdoms. From this mystic temple you will witness a beautiful scenery when the sun is setting in the west.
Back to hotel.
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Back the entry point, a traditional horse cart, locally known as Dokar has waiting for you short transfer through traditional Javanese village to Prambanan. Explore the ancient Hindu temples at Prambanan, located 17 kilometers from Jogjakarta. Built in the 9th century, this collection of sharp, jagged temple features three main inner shrines dedicated to the Hindu trinity: Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. UNESCO named Prambanan a Heritage Site in 1991. Your guide will explain the history and symbolism of the temples as you walk around.
Afterward, drive through a winding and hilly road to reach Ratu Boko, standing proudly on 200m above sea level overlooking the magnificent Prambanan temples, and mystical Mount Merapi as its far background. Ratu Boko Palace is the remnants of the glorious golden age of the ancient Javanese kingdoms. From this mystic temple you will witness a beautiful scenery when the sun is setting in the west.
Back to hotel.
Included
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Dress code is smart casual
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Features
Tourism
65%
Cultural
45%
Adrenaline
20%
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Sofian is very friendly, spontaneously funny and knowledgable guide. I think his best asset is he knows where to take the best instagram-worthy pics of the temples, usually from isolated spots far away from the other tourists. He obviously knows the grounds, the lighting and silhouettes well! The highlight of the trip was not Prambanan temple itself, but the smaller Candi Sewu temple nearby which is almost desolate, but amazingly beautiful and less visited by the hordes of tourists.