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Cultural Journey: Yogyakarta Palace (Kraton Yogya)
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items The Kraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat, commonly known as Kraton Yogya or Yogyakarta Palace, is the royal palace of the Sultan of Yogyakarta.The Kraton is not only the residence of the Sultan and his family but also the cultural heart of the city, pres...
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Arriving at the Kraton and Understanding the Layout
Pagelaran and Siti Hinggil:
Sri Manganti Courtyard:
Explore the Museums
Cultural Performances
Arriving at the Kraton and Understanding the Layout
The Kraton is located in the center of Yogyakarta, making it easily accessible from most parts of the city. You can reach it by taxi, becak (pedicab), or even on foot if you're staying nearby.
The main entrance is through a grand gate known as "Pagelaran." The palace is divided into several sections, and a small entrance fee is required.
Keraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat
Pagelaran and Siti Hinggil:
The outer courtyards of the Kraton are open to the public. Pagelaran is where royal ceremonies and official events are held, while Siti Hinggil, slightly elevated, offers a space for the Sultan to view processions.
there is a dance performance which usually starts at 11 o'clock,
Pagelaran and Sitihinggil of Yogyakarta Royal Palace
Sri Manganti Courtyard:
This area is home to cultural performances and a museum displaying royal heirlooms. It is one of the first areas you’ll visit inside the palace.
A pendopo for traditional dancing or wayang wong. When crowded it may be hard to find place to sit (sit on the floor). You may need to come earlier to find a good spot for watching all the area. The building is good in decoration and lighting.
Bangsal Sri Manganti ꦧꦁꦱꦭ꧀ꦱꦿꦶꦩꦔꦤ꧀ꦠꦶ
Explore the Museums
Located within the Kraton complex, this museum displays the royal carriages used by the Sultan’s family over the centuries. Each carriage has a unique design and historical significance.
Museum Wahanarata
This museum showcases the rich tradition of Javanese batik, with examples of intricate patterns that have been passed down through generations. Some batik pieces in the museum were worn by the royal family during important ceremonies.
Museum Batik Yogyakarta (@museumbatikyogyakartaofficial)
Dedicated to the ninth Sultan of Yogyakarta, this museum displays personal items, photographs, and memorabilia from his life. Sultan Hamengkubuwono IX was a key figure in Indonesia’s independence movement.
Museum Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono IX
Cultural Performances
Live gamelan music is performed daily in the Kraton. The soft, melodic sounds of this traditional Javanese orchestra fill the air, providing a serene atmosphere as you explore.
The Gamelans of the Kraton Yogyakarta - Grinnell College
The Kraton hosts daily performances of traditional Javanese dance. These dances, often inspired by Hindu epics like the Ramayana, are performed by trained dancers in elaborate costumes. The performances usually take place in the morning.
The Javanese Dance — A Beautiful Heritage of Javanese Culture
On certain days, you might be able to watch a wayang kulit performance, a traditional form of storytelling using intricately carved leather puppets. These performances are accompanied by gamelan music and narrated in Javanese.
Wayang Kulit: Indonesia's Extraordinary Shadow Puppetry Tradition