Cultural Destination

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Yogyakarta Sultanate (photo:@Basukisucipto)

Outer Hall in the Yogyakarta Royal Palace (photo: Pesona Indonesia)

Yogyakarta Royal Palace

It is the Sultan’s Palace, located right in the middle of Yogyakarta city. Here people can experience the royal atmosphere and witness the royal heritage stored since the foundation of Mataram Empire in 1755. Several cultural celebration events are held regularly in the royal palace. Here, you are not only experiencing life-size diorama of royal lifestyle but occassionally you could also to its wonderful royal wedding ceremonies and watch traditional wayang puppets performance on the palace meeting hall.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Yogyakarta Royal Palace

Tourist Attractions in Yogyakarta

Yogya

Batik Motifs

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

 

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Motifs

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue