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Yogyakarta Tour Packages

The special region of Yogyakarta (pronounced : Jogjakarta) is affectionately called Yogya and is located in Central Java. It consits of five regencies and is one of the 26 provinces in Indonesia. " Yogya " is one of the principal centers of Javanese culture and is centered around the Sultan's Kraton (Palace). The city has a distinct, traditional Javanese character. From 1946 to 1949, it was the capital of the Indonesian Republic but for now it is the capital of the special territory of Yogyakarta.

The city is situated on the south coast of Central Java, coversome 3.169 sq.km. and is located about 30 km south of the active volcano Mount Merapi and is about the same distance in land from the coast. Through the center of Yogyakarta runs Jalan Malioboro, a bustling avenue lined with handicraft shops and restaurants. At the center is the extensive kraton of the Sultan, and the royal gardens.

Most of Yogyakarta's people are Muslims. The main language of the city and the territory is Javanese. Yogyakarta is often called the main gateway to the center of Java. There is daily air service from Jakarta, Surabaya and Bali as well as regular frain service and easily reached by road.

Yogyakarta is Java's premier tourist centre and Indonesia's most popular city....it's easy to see why as apart from its many attractions, the people are friendly and easy going and the restaurants and hotels are of international standards.

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The average temperature in Yogyakarta is between 24 C-33 C. Humidity is fairly high throughout the year. Outdoor clothing should be generally light, cool, and informal.