We weren’t quite prepared for how much we would love Yogyakarta and somewhat regret spending only a few days there. Nevertheless, we made the most of our time and now have a place we would like to revisit on our return to Indonesia!

Yogyakarta - often called simply ‘Jogja’ (Y’s are pronounced like J’s in Bahasa), shares the name of the capital city of Jakarta yet they could not be more different! Jakarta has over nine million people in its hazy underbelly – interspersed with skyscraper malls and some of the most congested traffic you will find anywhere in the world. While Jogja retains a calmer soul, is culturally rich in ancient Javanese arts and home to less than half a million inhabitants. Yogyakarta today is home to the nation’s most prestigious university, a well-established art & music scene and picturesque landscape. 

Java is only the fourth largest island in Indonesia but contains more than half of the nation’s population and dominates it politically and economically. The capital of Java and of the country is Jakarta (formerly Batavia), which is also Indonesia’s largest city. If you're looking for inspiration on what to see and do in Java, you've come to the right place! 

As Yogyakarta is synonymous with both Prambanan and Borobudur Temples we include our experience and recommendations on both these magnificent temples. 

In this episode we discuss:

1. When were we in Yogyakarta and for how long;

2. Prambanan Temple 

3. Borobudur Temple 

4. Highlight and standout experience;

5. What the weather is like;

6. Food;

7. Must-See & Do ;

8. Transport and getting around;

9. Budget;

10. Overall impression;

For more on Java you should have a look at the following articles on our blog:

https://www.wewillnomad.com/indonesia-travel-guide

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/yogyakarta-walking-tour

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/prambanan-temple-tour-yogyakarta

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/how-to-visit-borobudur-temple-yogyakarta

https://www.wewillnomad.com/post/5-reasons-to-visit-solo-indonesia

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