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The Beauty of Sojiwan Temple Tourism and Its History

Sojiwan Temple Tourism: Perhaps not many people have heard of it, especially when asked where it is located. Indeed, Sojiwan Temple is not as well-known as Prambanan Temple, let alone Borobudur Temple. It's actually not far from Prambanan Temple, taking perhaps half an hour on foot. Recently restored in 2011, this temple is relatively new compared to the other temples. What's most striking about this temple is its similar shape to Prambanan: tall with a pyramid-like structure on top, but the upper part of the temple consists of stupas similar to those at Borobudur. It could be said that this temple is like a "marriage" between Prambanan and Borobudur. This temple is situated within a fairly extensive complex with beautiful, well-maintained gardens. It turns out that this complex was only inaugurated after being restored in December 2011 by the Minister of Education and Culture, Mohammad Nuh. Initially, this temple was only a half-finished structure that looked like a ...

Janti Park Klaten: A Fun and Affordable Family Waterpark

If you're looking for a fun family vacation spot that won't break the bank, Janti Park Klaten is definitely on your list. It's located in Janti Village, Polanharjo District, Klaten, Central Java. The concept is a water park, but it's not just a swimming pool; it offers many unique rides, exciting activities, and complete facilities that will keep you entertained all day. Not only locals but also visitors from out of town often stop by, especially during the holiday season. Ticket prices are affordable, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the rides are suitable for everyone from children to adults. Exciting Rides to Try at Janti Park At Janti Park, everyone in the family has their own entertainment options. Whether you want a relaxing swim, a laugh or just a photo op, it's all available. 1. Adult Pool With a depth of up to 2 meters, it's perfect for those who want to practice swimming or just relax in the water. The pool area is spacious, with seating along the edge...

Watergong Klaten, a Dirty River That Is Now Clear and Full of Fish Like in Japan

Klaten Regency is renowned for its abundant water tourism, with dozens of springs scattered across several districts. Ponggok District, for example, is renowned for its stunning underwater scenery and boasts a riverside restaurant with views of thousands of tilapia called Rumah Makan Water Gong. Not only will you be amazed by the ambiance, but the restaurant's opening is also very inspiring. Previously, the river, now part of this tourist attraction, was used as a garbage dump by local residents. This sad situation moved Bagong Margono, often called Mbah Bagong. He poured his own money into transforming the slum river into a trash-free area. He also helped build several facilities and introduced tilapia fish along the river. To date, the fish population at Water Gong is estimated to have reached 2 tons. Mbah Bagong also helped boost the local economy by transforming the river into a tourist attraction and a riverside restaurant. Finally, Mbah Bagong empowered unemployed local resid...

Umbul Nilo Daleman Tulung Tourism, a Paradise of Clear Water in Klaten

Umbul Nilo is another spring in Klaten besides Umbol Ponggok. The attraction of this location is its pool located in the middle of a rice field. The name Nilo is taken from the Nilo tree that used to grow abundantly here. The water in this pool comes from the cool and clear Cokro spring. Therefore, this spring does not use chlorine to purify the water. There are two types of pools here: the main pool and the children's pool. The base of the main pool is lined with natural stones. The children's pool, which is relatively new, has a ceramic base. Because the water is so clear, the bottom of the pool is clearly visible. In addition to the rice fields, around this spring are Ipik trees, which resemble banyan trees. These springs also serve as irrigation for the surrounding rice fields. Umbul Nilo Entrance Fee To enter the Umbul Nilo area, tourists must pay an entrance fee. The price is relatively affordable. However, this ticket price does not include parking and life jacket rental...

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...

Enjoy Tubing and Outbound Fun at New Rivermoon Klaten

New River Moon Klaten is one of the tourist destinations in Central Java. It is located in Klaten Regency. Precisely at Pusur, Karanglo, Polanharjo, Klaten Regency, Central Java. Close to Klaten city center, it only takes 30 minutes by two-wheeled vehicle so it is very easy to visit.  New River Moon offers a unique tourism experience with a calm flowing river, green expanse of trees, and refreshing fresh air. This place is suitable for seeking tranquility while enjoying the beauty of nature. With various activities such as outbound and tubing in the flowing and clear Pusur River. River Moon Klaten not only offers natural beauty, but also a restaurant with a variety of menus that can be enjoyed, its place on the banks of the river will provide a different dining experience. New River Moon comes with a beautiful view because of its place in the countryside and near the river. Apart from being a tourist attraction, New River Moon also opened an outdoor restaurant located on the banks ...