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Umbul Cokro, a Recommended Nature Tour in Klaten

Umbul Cokro or Cokro Spring Object (OMAC) is one of the most widely known tourist attractions in Klaten. OMAC is located on Jalan Cokro-Tulung, Cokro Village, Tulung District, Klaten Regency, Central Java. Before being used as a tourist attraction, Umbul Cokro was utilized by local residents for various things. Umbul Cokro is a river that has a high water discharge. The water in Umbul Cokro is abundant and clear. Reporting from a thesis entitled Dynamics of Utilization of Umbul Ingas Cokro Springs by the Community in 1974-1999 by Putri Novitasari in 2019, said that around 1950 local residents could still bathe free of charge. Apart from bathing, Umbul Cokro is used for washing and irrigation. The river or Umbul Ingas was then renovated by the village government (pemdes) into a building. Since then, the Ingas River has changed its name to Umbul Ingas spring. The spring was developed into a tourist attraction called OMAC. After the renovation, the spring attracted tourists. Umbul Cokro s

The Magnificent Architecture of Klaten's Al Aqsa Mosque Like in the Middle East

Klaten's Al Aqsa Grand Mosque is one of the icons of this shining city. The mosque is located on the side of Jl Jogja-Solo, making it easy to find. The facilities are also complete for worship and religious tourism.  Every day this mosque is never empty of people who worship and religious tourism. This mosque has its own charm, especially its strategic location. Many road users also stop by to worship and rest here. Quoted from the book Mosque Architecture by Andika Saputra, S.T., M.Sc. (2020: 122), the Al Aqsa Klaten Grand Mosque has its own charms, including the following: 1. The architecture The Klaten Al-Aqsa Grand Mosque uses magnificent Middle Eastern-style architecture coupled with various carved details at every corner. Having the splendor and typical Middle Eastern architecture makes visitors who want to enter amazed when they see it. From the main door, you will be greeted by ornate carvings of the verses of the Qur'an. 2. The concept is magnificent The main building