Inside the Prambanan Temple Complex
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How to Visit Borobudur and Prambanan in 1 Day By Public Transport

It is possible and easy to visit both UNESCO temples around Yogyakarta – Borobudur and Prambanan in 1 day using only public transport. Here I will tell you how with precise, up-to-date information about public transport. Nonetheless, I recommend you spend more time in Yogyakarta (3 days is adequate) and thus visit the temples on…

Temples in Yogyakarta
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20 Mystical Temples In Yogyakarta (+fun facts)

Although the Indonesian island of Java today is mostly Muslim, it wasn’t always like that. Hundreds of Buddhist and Hindu temples are scattered all around the island. One place that stands out with a very high concentration of ancient temples is the region of Yogyakarta. Most travelers come to Yogyakarta for a day or two…

Telaga Warna and Telaga Pengilon

Dieng Plateau in Java: A Detailed Travel Guide

Java hides so much. Take the Dieng Plateau for example. It ticks all the boxes – breathtaking views, scenic nature, rich heritage, volcanoes, tea plantations, unique food, and a cool climate. Yet, foreign backpackers mostly don’t know it. Domestic tourists love it though. Look, most have heard about the dazzling waterfalls Tumpak Sewu and Madakaripura…

Mount Batok as seen from Mount Bromo's crater
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Sunrise at Mount Bromo: The Budget Friendly Guide for 2025

Mount Bromo is one of the most recognizable natural landmarks of Java. Wait, I’ll double down. it is the most recognizable natural landmark in all of Indonesia! That’s right, practically all tourism leaflets, tour operators, and guidebooks prominently feature a picture of Gunung Bromo and its caldera. You may think visiting an active volcano ought…