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Imogiri Royal Cemetery in Bantul

Imogiri Royal Cemetery (photo: Ozils_88)
The Imogiri Royal Cemetery in Bantul
You may think that cemeteries are not the perfect spot to visit if you are on vacation. However, this cemetery is unique. Imogiri is the official cemetery of the descendants of the Yogyakartan and Surakartan royalty. It is a dignified and beautiful spot, as the graves are all delicately decorated. Visitors are allowed to visit it only in traditional Javanese dress which can be rent directly on the spot.
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Lipaq Sabe
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Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
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Kuda Kupang
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Prada Papua
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Durian Pecah
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Tongkonan
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Singayaksa
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Desa Na Tolu
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Gentala Arasy
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Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Leuit Sijimat
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This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Sekar Jati
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Ake Patra
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Bomba Mawar
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Bale Lumbu
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Hiu Taliyasan
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Merak Ngeram
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Daun Simpor
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Biji Kopi
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Pinawetengan
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Tenun Bima
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