Ngobaran an exotic beach

Ngobaran is such an exotic beach. When sea water falls, you can see spread of both green and brown seaweed. Being looked from the top, the spread of the algae growing in between coral reef looks like spread of rice field in a densely populated area. Tens of sea animal species also present in between the coral reef, ranging from sea urchin, starfish, to various types of cockle shells.

What you will not find in other beaches is the cultural enchantment, ranging from the building to the local food. One interesting place is four praying places that stand side by side. Is it form of multiculturalism? Who knows.

The most prominent one is a building that looks like a temple with ornaments of god statues in white color. The building was built in 2003 to commemorate the arrival of Brawijaya V, one of Majapahit's king, in Ngobaran. The people who use the place are of Kejawan belief. The name 'Kejawan' originates from the nickname of Brawijaya V's son, namely Bondhan Kejawan. The person who built the building acknowledge to be the descendant of Brawijaya V and appointed one person in the community to keep this place.

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Krakal Beach at Yogyakarta

Krakal beach the longest beach of the junction is located Ngestirejo village, Tanjungsari sub district, about 3 km away in the east of Baron-Kukup-Sepanjang-Drini beach junction, has scratching white hill with blue slopes gently to the sea. The beauty of green lime-scratching hill with blue seawater offers a perfect harmony, which is very natural and ideal for sun bathing

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Melia Purosani Hotel facilities

RESTAURANTS AND BARS:
Parangsari, the poolside garden restaurant is the venue for casual dining. El Patio, the 24-hour coffee shop offers Asian and international fare, while in more formal surroundings, the Ching San Chinese restaurant offers Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine. For cocktails and entertainment there is the Soka Lounge, while the Pub Med offers live bands nightly with Mediterranean atmosphere.
MEETINGS AND BANQUETS:
A cocktail reception for 800 persons or dinner for 350 persons - the pillarless ballroom at Meliá Purosani Jogjakarta can accommodate any function in elegant style. The 450 square meter ballroom can be divided into two smaller rooms for more intimate events. Acoustically designed for musical and live performances, the ballroom has state-of-the-art video, visual and lighting equipment.
LEISURE:
Furthermore, guests can enjoy a large lagoon-style swimming pool with waterfall and water slide. The hotel's spa treatments are designed to revitalise the skin and stimulate the body's circulation and metabolism.

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Transportations to Yogyakarta

Transportations to Yogyakarta:
* Train You may reach Yogyakarta by train from Jakarta, Bandung, or Surabaya
* Bus Yogyakarta is reachable by bus from Sumatra Island, Bali Island, and most cities of Java Island.
* Plane Recently, international direct flights from Kuala Lumpur are established to Yogyakarta. In addition, domestic flights to Yogyakarta from Jakarta, Denpasar, Balikpapan, and many others, are available now.

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Cultural heritages Yogyakarta

More than the cultural heritages, Yogyakarta has beautiful natural panorama. The green rice fields cover the suburban areas with a background of the Merapi Mountain. The natural beaches can be easily found to the south of Yogyakarta.

Here the society lives in peace and has typical Javanese hospitality. Just try to go around the city by bike, pedicab, or horse cart; and you will find sincere smiles and warm greeting in every corner of the city.

An artistic atmosphere is deeply felt in Yogyakarta. Malioboro, as the center of Yogyakarta, is overwhelmed by handicraft from all around the city. Street musicians always ready entertain the visitors of the lesehan food stalls.

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PARANGTRITIS BEACH YOGYAKARTA

A seaside resort 27 kilometers from Yogyakarta, Parangtritis beach is one of the most famous beaches in Yogyakarta. It has been a tourist destination for a long time. You may take a horse ride to explore the shore. Every Sunday, many local people visit the beach just for recreation or relaxation. According to Javanese mythology, the Goddess of the South seas (the Indian Ocean) Nyai Roro Kidul or Ratu Kidul, was married to Panembahan Senopati who established the Mataram Kingdom.

Since that time, every year, the Sultans of Yogyakarta have made special offerings to her in a beachside ceremony called Labuhan. To celebrate the Javanese new year, there is a special ceremony called Satu Suro held nearby Keraton Yogyakarta, the royal palace. You may be lucky to see it.

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Parangtritis Yogyakarta

The naming of the beach has its own history. Hundreds years ago, someone named Dipokusumo, who was a fugitive of Majapahit Kingdom, came to this area to meditate. When he saw water dripping from the crack of the coral reef, he named this area 'parangtritis', originating from the word parang (stone) and tumaritis (water drops). The beach close to the area was then named the same.
Parangtritis is a beach full of myths, which is believed to be the manifestation of the unity among Merapi Mountain, Yogyakarta Kingdom, and Parangtritis Beach

The legend tells that Panembahan Senopati and Sunan Kalijaga once met in this place after completing their meditation. Panembahan Senopati was reminded of being a humble ruler despite his supernatural powers.

The primary attraction of this beach is its natural view. The enchantment of the coastal scenery can be seen from different angles to give you different experiences. When you are standing at the seashore, you will see the wide ocean with the high waves and steeply mountainside on the east side.

To get the view from the site, just walk or hire the horse-cart westwards and you look southwards when you have reached the place. You may get to the place by riding a horse that you shall rent at negotiable price.

After enjoying the scenery of Parangtritis beach from the seashore, you can leave for Langse Cave for a different experience. On the earth road leading to the cave, you can look westwards to see Parangtritis from different angle. The high waves rushing to the shore will look silvery under the sun, and will look golden by the sunset time. YogYES got the opportunity to see this exotic view during its visit a couple of days ago.

Before reaching Langse Cave, we suggest that you pay a visit to the graveyard of Syeh Bela Belu that will give you spiritual experience. Usually, many pilgrims come on certain days such as certain Tuesday that is called Kliwon on Javanese calendar as one of the five Javanese days of the week.

From the graveyard, you may challenge yourself to continue your journey to Langse Cave that you have to go on foot to get to the cave that is 3 kilometers away through as high as 400 meters mountainside at the slope of almost 900. To get into the cave that is also called the Queen of South cave, you have to get the permission from the tomb guard. According to the guard of Depok Beach several times entered the cave when he was young, we will get beautiful view of the south ocean at the mouth of the cave that directly faces the ocean.

On the fifth day of the fifth month of Chinese calendar, you will be able to see Peh Cun ceremony procession in Parangtritis. Peh Cun, originating from the word Peh that means oar and Cun that means boat, is Chinese expression of gratitude to God. This rite is also meant to commemorate Khut Gwan (Qi Yuan), a loyal patriot as well as a minister who was once betrayed by his colleague so that he committed a suicide.

Peh Cun ceremony is unique since there is no festival of dragon-decorated boats rowing like in other regions, instead there is an attraction of standing egg. The attraction begin at 11:00 a.m. and by afternoon, according to the myth, the egg will stand upright with no means of support are needed. By 01:00 p.m., however, the egg will suddenly fall down and no one can erect it anymore.

To get to Parangtritis Beach, you can take either one of the two routes. One is the route of Yogyakarta-Imogiri-Siluk-Parangtritis with the river and coral reel scenery on the way. The other is Yogyakarta-Parangtritis route that is easier to take with quite smooth road. It is suggested that you do not wear green clothes to respect local people who believe that green clothes will bring misfortune.

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Hotel Yogyakarta Indonesia Inna Garuda

This hotel is legendary as an integral part of Yogyakarta since 1908. Inna Garuda's 223 rooms are furnished in classic but modern elgance & face Malioboro Street, the heart of Yogyakarta. All the amenities expected in an international standard hotel are at your fingertips including a choice of restaurant and bar because You are everything to us!
The 223 rooms property, including the stately Jendral Sudirman Presidental Suite, is furnished in classic but modern elegance, faces Malioboro Street (the heart of Yogyakarta.

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Hotel Yogyakarta Melia Purosani

Right in the heart of historic Yogyakarta, close to the Sultan's Kraton and minutes from Jalan Malioboro, the city's main shopping street, rises the imposing Meliá Purosani. Born of the rich tradition of Javanese culture, this five-star Hotel is set in landscaped gardens and lagoons, creating a relaxing oasis in the city.

Meliá Purosani offers its guests an excellent choice of guest rooms and suites, each carefully conceived for comfort and convenience.

Meliá Purosani's leisure facilites are among Yogyakarta's best. Within the beautiful gardens, guests enjoy a large lagoon-style swimming pool with waterfall and water slide. Alongside is a professionally run gymnasium and health club which offers massage, sauna and beauty treatment.

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Jayakarta Hotel Yogyakarta

Jl. Laksda Adisucipto (Jl. Solo) Km. 8 Yogyakarta
Location
Located in Laksda Adi Sucipto, Jayakarta Hotel & Spa Yogyakarta is just a five-minute drive from the Adi Sucipto Airport and 15 minute drive from downtown Yogyakarta. The Borobudur Temple, Sultan's Palace, Ramayana ballet open air, Malioboro Street shopping and Kaliurang Merapi Mountains are some area attractions surrounding the hotel.
Rooms
The Jayakarta Yogyakarta offers 129 well-appointed rooms and suites for ultimate luxury and comfort. All rooms are well furnished and decorated with all modern amenities, rooms with safe deposit box are also available on request.

Restaurant
Guests can dine at the onsite restaurants, which serve Indonesian and international cuisine with selection of seasonings and ingredients. You can also chill out at the Pendopo Bar with a fine drink along with live music.

General
Ramashinta and Jatayu Meeting Rooms can both accommodate functions of up to 200 guests, while Sugriwo Subali Room can hold up to 60 guests. During leisure you can work out at the hotels fitness centre or play a game at tennis court and relax or rejuvenate at swimming pool or sauna.

Distance to Adi Sucipto Airport:|5 mins by car Distance to Yogyakarta City Centre:|15 mins by car

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Dusun Jogja Village Yogyakarta hotels

Dusun Jogja Village Inn (Boutique Hotel) @ Jalan Menukan 5,Karangkajen, YOGYAKARTA 55153 24 rooms. 1 story. built in 1993. renovated in 1999. dusun jogja viilage inn is located only 15 minutes from the city center and 20 minute from adi sucipto airport. discount(s) aaa, corporate, government, military, senior, travel agents, airplus, iapa, personal, baby / child care, dry cleaning / laundry service, medical services, children stay free, guest laundry facilities, general, 24 - hour front desk, lounge / bar / nightclub, safe deposit box - front desk, business center, meeting / banquet facilities, self parking, complimentary breakfast, post / parcel service, shops / commercial services, concierge, restaurant / cafe, translation service, currency exchange, room service - full menu, transportation to airport, free parking, room service - limited hours
Policy: reservations must be cancelled at least 30 days prior to your scheduled arrival date. failure to cancel at least 30 days in advance will result in one nights room and tax being charged to your credit card. all new reservations must be made at least 7 days prior to your planned arrival date

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Novotel Yogyakarta Hotels

Novotel Yogyakarta @ JI. Jend Surdirman No.89, 55223 201 rooms. 8 stories. built in 1996. 201 rooms, located in central business district-within access to main attractions of central java. hotel offers 2 restau, personal, children stay free, pets allowed, general, 24 - hour front desk, express check - out, restaurant / cafe, business center, free parking, safe deposit box - front desk, concierge, lounge / bar / nightclub, transportation to airport, elevator, meeting / banquet facilities, whirlpool / jacuzzi / hot tub
Policy: credit card required for guarantee. cancellation 1 day prior to arrival

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Yogyakarta (MECURE PHOENIX HOTEL)

Quality Hotel Yogyakarta @ Jl. Adisucipto No. 48, 55281 191 rooms. 8 stories. 5 minutes from airport. 15 minutes from prambanan temple. 15 minutes to downtown. 15 minutes to sultan palace. discount(s) aaa, corporate, government, military, senior, personal, baby / child care, guest laundry facilities, general, complimentary breakfast, free newspaper, secretarial services, currency exchange, physically disabled services, truck / rv parking, elevator, safe deposit box - front desk, valet parking
Policy: credit card required for guarantee. cancel by 6 pm (hotel local time) on day of arrival.

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SHERATON MUSTIKA YOGYAKARTA

Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta Resort & Spa @ Jl Laksda Adisucipto Ykap, Km 8.7, 55282 241 rooms. 8 stories. built in 1997. renovated in 2000. a five star resort in a vibrant traditional javanese style located at the heart of yogyakarta, featuring the royal herit discount(s) corporate, government, senior, personal, barber / beauty services, children stay free, dry cleaning / laundry service, general, 24 - hour front desk, elevator, physically disabled services, business center, free parking, restaurant / cafe, concierge, lounge / bar / nightclub, room service - 24-hour
Policy: cancellation and deposit/guarantee policies for this hotel vary by date of arrival and the room rate being booked. please see the room description summary information for the actual policy in effect for your reservation request

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