Immerse yourself in the rich history and local wisdom of Kotagede, a 16th-century royal area. Explore the unique architecture, culinary delights, and cultural traditions on this heritage walk.
Immerse yourself in the rich history and local wisdom of Kotagede, a 16th-century royal area. Explore the unique architecture, culinary delights, and cultural traditions on this heritage walk.
- Mataram Kings Cemetery Kotagede - A local guide will accompany and assist throughout the tour. The tour includes visits to several stops, such as the Kings’ tomb, where special attire is required. Within the cemetery grounds, you will also find Masjid Gedhe Mataram, the oldest mosque in Yogyakarta. Additionally, the area features a spring known as…
- Mataram Kings Cemetery Kotagede - A local guide will accompany and assist throughout the tour. The tour includes visits to several stops, such as the Kings’ tomb, where special attire is required. Within the cemetery grounds, you will also find Masjid Gedhe Mataram, the oldest mosque in Yogyakarta. Additionally, the area features a spring known as Sendang Selirang.
- Between Two Gates - Explore traditional houses inhabited by locals and enjoy traditional snacks. The concept of “rukunan” is prevalent here, describing a Javanese residential arrangement where homeowners agree to create pathways connecting their homes, allowing access under certain conditions. Interestingly, the ownership does not belong to the Sultanate.
- Pasar Legi Kota Gede - Pasar Kotagede is a historic local market in southern Java. Here, you can discover local foods, snacks, fruits, vegetables, herbs, kitchenware, and more. Witness the process of making jamu, a traditional herbal drink, and have a taste. Experience the unique bargaining culture of a traditional market.
- Bottled water
- Rent traditional Javanese dress
- Snacks
- Donation
- Bottled water
- Rent traditional Javanese dress
- Snacks
- Donation
This event is facilitated by the regional initiative (Local Empowerment) as a means of preserving heritage via promoting tourism. By doing so, we ensure that the encounter remains genuine.\nKotagede represents a collection of villages formerly recognized as the royal grounds of the 16th-century Islamic Mataram Kingdom. It embodies the fourfold concept…
This event is facilitated by the regional initiative (Local Empowerment) as a means of preserving heritage via promoting tourism. By doing so, we ensure that the encounter remains genuine.\nKotagede represents a collection of villages formerly recognized as the royal grounds of the 16th-century Islamic Mataram Kingdom. It embodies the fourfold concept of Catur Gatra Tunggal, comprising the Mosque (spiritual), Market (economic), Palace (administrative), and Square (communal).\nOver time, spanning from the rule of royalty, through colonization, independence, to the contemporary epoch, there has emerged a distinctive blend of architectural styles, gastronomy, societal interactions, and indigenous knowledge that shapes the cultural framework of the inhabitants.\nTo conclude, participants will have the pleasure of a coffee break in a traditional Javanese domicile situated along rukunan alley.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
