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5 Hidden Tourist Attractions in Yogyakarta

Lots of cool places in Yogyakarta that has not been visited by many tourists. For example two hidden location known only to the photographer to enjoy Borobudur from different sides, namely: Peak Hill Punthuk Suroloyo and Setumbu.

Need travel inspiration in Jogja? Here are 5 exotic places that will evoke a sense of your missed want to Jogja as soon as possible:

Punthuk Setumbu, Karangrejo



Although you've visited Borobudur, it does not hurt to visit again but this time see grandeur of Mount Punthuk Setumbu. You will see something different from Borobudur, especially at sunrise.

Punthuk Setumbu in the village Karangrejo or about 15 minutes (4 km) drive to the west of Borobudur. To go up the hill Punthuk Setumbu, you have to walk up the path about 30 minutes.

Available facilities coffee shop, toilets and a gazebo in Punthuk Setumbu.

Rates enter Punthuk Setumbu region is Rp 15,000 per person.

(Prices are subject to change at any time)


Orchard Mangunan, Bantul



Despite its name the orchard, but it's actually not the main attraction. Panorama hills, winding Oya River and a stretch of sea in the distance is the attraction of the Orchard Mangunan. Enjoy the sunset from this place could be an interesting activity.

To get to the Orchard Mangunan, you can drive to the southeast about 50 minutes (35 km) from the center of the city of Yogyakarta. The road to the Orchard Mangunan tend to climb and too small for large vehicle / bus.

Not far from the Orchard Mangunan, there Dlingo Pine Forest area. There you can enjoy the cool atmosphere of pine forests and quiet. You can ride through offroad track or use the car / motorcycle through the streets of the Orchard Mangunan asphalt toward Pine Forest Dlingo.

The price of admission Orchard Mangunan Rp 5,000 per person. You can go to the Pine Forest neighborhood Dlingo free.

(Prices are subject to change at any time)


Sand Gumuk Parangkusumo, Bantul



If you ever feel the surf on Sand Gumuk Parangkusumo, surely no word bored to visit Jogja. The word 'gumuk' in Javanese means mound or heap. Sand Gumuk Parangkusumo has similar characteristics to the desert in Mexico.

Sand Gumuk Parangkusumo located downstream Peel River, precisely in the Village Parangtritis or about 40 minutes (30 km) drive from downtown Yogyakarta. The road to go through sand dunes toward Parangkusumo same as the route to Parangtritis from downtown Yogyakarta.

The price of admission to the sand Gumuk Parangkusumo area is Rp 3,000 per person. Sand surfing equipment rental rates Rp 200,000 per person (minimum 6 people) for two hours.

(Prices are subject to change at any time)


Fir Caves Beach




Despite its name, Fir Caves Beach, on this beach there is no cave at all. The name was given because to enter the beach, you have to pass through fir trees that form like a cave.

Fir Cave beach is about 15 minutes drive to the west of Sand Gumuk Parangkusumo or about 40 minutes (30 kilometers) drive from downtown Yogyakarta.

Not to many tourists who come to Fir Caves Beach so not many facilities available. There are only a few people around selling food around the beach.

You can enter the cave Fir Beach area for free.


Budi Tirta baths 




Budi Tirta baths or also called the "Blue Lagoon" is a tourist attraction in Jogja hidden location. Given the name Blue Lagoon because naturally formed pool is colored blue by reflected sunlight in the morning.

Location Budi Tirta baths was in Widodomartani, Sleman, or about 30 minutes drive (20 km) to the north of the center of the city of Yogyakarta. An extensive bathing area approximately the same as a basketball court with a depth of about 3 meters. If you dare, you may just jump into the pool from the top of the cement wall about 4 meters tall.



Budi Tirta baths can be visited at 06:00 to 18:00 every day.

You can go to enjoy bathing Tirta Budi for free.

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