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Historical Heritage - Prambanan Temple

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Prambanan Temple is the largest Hindu temple in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. This temple is also known as Roro Jongrang Temple which was founded around 850 AD by Wangsa Sanjaya. This temple is designated as a world cultural heritage that must be protected by UNESCO since 1991. Prambanan temple has a height of 47 meters or 5 meters higher than Borobudur temple. Prambanan temple is also called Rorojongrang Temple because it is related by a legend which is said to be believed by some people of Java. The legend tells of a prince named Bandung Bondowoso who fell in love with a princess named Rara Jongrang. Because the princess is powerless to reject her love then the princess put forward a condition that must be fulfilled Bandung Bondowoso is making the temple with the number of 1,000 statues overnight. Roro Jongrang request was agreed and almost fulfilled one night until finally Roro Jongrang asked the villagers for help pound rice to memacing the rooster to crow that day is morning. But
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Historical Heritage - Gedung Songo Temple

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Gedong Songo Temple is a tourist place located in Dusun Darum, Candi Village, Bandungan Subdistrict, Semarang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. Gedong Songo became one of the tourist attractions are very busy visited by tourists, both local tourists and foreign tourists. As the name implies, Gedong Songo which means there are 9 buildings of the temple scattered in the complex of nature tourism area is so vast and fascinating. This temple is located on the slopes of Mount Ungaran south with an altitude of about 1200 m above sea level so that the air temperature in the tourist area is quite cold (ranging between 19-27 ° C). Cool atmosphere of the mountains and free from air pollution will make its own diving for the visitors who like the beauty of nature. To go to Gedong Songo Temple it takes about 40 minutes journey from the center of Ambarawa City and you will go through the road with a very sharp incline and slope. The location of this temple can also be reached in less than 10 minu
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Merapi Mountain

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Mount Merapi is a volcano in the middle of Java Island and is one of the most active volcanoes in Indonesia. The southern slope is in Sleman district administration, Yogyakarta Special Region, and the rest are in Central Java Province, Magelang Regency on the west side, Boyolali Regency on the north and east side, and Klaten Regency on the southeast side. Forest area around the peak of Mount Merapi National Park area since 2004. This mountain is very dangerous because according to modern records eruption every two to five years and this mountain is very close to dense settlements. Since 1548, this mountain has erupted as much as 68 times. Magelang City and Yogyakarta City are the nearest big city, located under 30 km from its peak. On the slopes there are still settlements up to 1700 m and only four kilometers from the summit. The peak of Mount Merapi has never grown vegetation due to high activity. Types of plants at the top of the typical alpina type Java mountain ranges, such as R
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Historical Heritage - Van Der Wijk Fortress

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Van Der Wijk Fortress was built around the 19th century. Located in Gombong City, Kebumen District, Central Java, approximately 300 m from Kebumen - Yogyakarta highway, this fort is one of the interesting attractions on the South Coast Path. Van der Wijck's name itself comes from the name of the commander at that time whose career is quite brilliant in silencing the resistance of the people of Aceh. At the beginning of the founding, this fort was named Fort Cochius (Fort Cochius) from the name of one of the Dutch General Frans David Cochius (1787-1876) who had been assigned to Bagelen area (one of Kedu residency). The complex of this castle became Sekolah Tamtama and TNI AD military barracks. There are also buildings that functioned as a hotel and multipurpose room. In addition, this fort is also a mainstay attractions and surrounding areas Gombong. Not just an old fortress, now the manager also complements these attractions with children's playground like a swivel mill, swan b
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The Most Beautiful Cave in Kebumen - Jatijajar Cave

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Jatijajar cave is formed from limestone. Its length from the entrance to the exit is about 250 meters. Jatijajar cave width about 15 meters, Jatijajar cave height 12 meters, with the thickness of the cave sky Jatijajar about 10 meters. As for the height of the cave Jatijajar from sea level is 50 meters. In 1975, this cave began to be built and developed tourist attractions in Kebumen. Where the idea of ​​Jatijajar Goa development as a tourist attraction is the Governor of Central Java, Mr. Suparjo Rustam. At that time, the Regent of Kebumen was Mr. Supeno Suryodiprojo. To launch and implement the development of Jatijajar Cave, directly appointed by Mr. Suparjo Rustam namely CV. AIS from Yogyakarta. Who was then led by Mr. Saptoto who works as a famous diorama artist in Indonesia. Prior to the implementation of Jatijajar development project, Kebumen regional government first replaced the loss of land affected by the cave development site. Land required with an area of ​​5.5 hectares.
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Sindoro Mountain

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Mount Sindara, commonly called Sindoro, or also Sundoro (altitudo 3,150 meters above sea level) is an active volcano volcano located in Central Java, Indonesia, with Temanggung as the nearest town. Mount Sindara is located adjacent to Mount Sumbing. This mountain has a crater along with a cliff located on the northwest side to the south of the mountain, and the largest is called Kembang. A small lava dome occupies the top of a volcano. History of the eruption of Mount Sindara which has occurred mostly mild to moderate type (phreatic eruption). Mount Sindoro also has a forest of Dipterocarp Hill, Upper Dipterocarp Forest, Montane forest, and Ericaceous Forest or mountain forest.
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Menganti Beach

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Menganti Beach is located in Karangduwur Village, Kecamatan Ayah, Kebumen District, Central Java. This beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Central Java. This beach has white sand and there is a panoramic view of the hills as well as beautiful karst cliffs. The landscape of the hills is a bit difficult to access this beach. Before reaching the shore through a twisted road, yet the scenery remains amazing. Menganti Beach has its own distinctive coconut tree. Menganti Beach also has a huge and huge giant coastal cliff in the western part known as Bidadari Cliff. The typical atmosphere is the fishing boats lining the beach, with white sand with many large rocks that can be used to sit while releasing a view toward the ocean is a satisfaction for visitors. One object to visit when you arrive at Menganti beach is the lighthouse tower and Tanjung Karangbata. It is located in east - southeast of Menganti beach. In Tanjung Karangbata will be seen the extent of the Indian Ocean an
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