Enjoy the charm of nature in the far north of Yogyakarta. In contact with cool air and take in a romantic atmosphere and style of the lady in the old days, sir Netherlands Kaliurang, located at the foot of Mount Merapi.
At
the beginning of the 19th century, a Dutch geologist who lives in
Yogyakarta, intends to seek a resting place for his family. They skirted the northern region of the plateau. Arriving
at the Ground at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level, the "sir"
is fascinated by the beauty and the natural coolness at the foot of the
mountain. They eventually built bungalows and decide the region as their resting place.
Kaliurang of the journey to Yogyakarta will remind us of the landscape painting while still in kindergarten. A mountain with a road in the middle and the green expanse that stretches on both sides dotted with houses, will eliminate fatigue in the frame of nature.
Enveloped in the breeze, even when the sun directly overhead, the coolness is still felt. Dancing through the air and fell with graceful trees, fresh flavor when it hits the body. View of Mount Merapi provide sensation in the region. Like a village girl who cover their face when we look at them, the mountain will be covered with fog when we come to see it. Plawangan hill along the west side as far as 1100 meters, traveling cross country, dirt road flanked by trees and green slopes, a row of 22 cave relics of Japan became one of the unique nature Ground.
In addition to its natural beauty, Ground also has several heritage buildings. Among them are House Ground and Pesanggrahan Dalem Ngeksigondo's palace that had been used as a meeting place of the Commission of the Three Kingdoms. Or Ullen Sentalu a part of the building is under ground. Museum reveals the mysteries of cultural and historical values of Java, particularly those associated with the princess of Yogyakarta and Surakarta in the 19th century.Family Recreation Area
Located 28 kilometers from the city center, Ground now has an area of natural and cultural attractions that lure, as well as being a fun place for family recreation. Relax with the family, parents can relax while watching the kids play on the Ground. In an area of 10,000 square meters of children can play swing, slide, or dip in the swimming pool. Also in the park is decorated by a statue of a genie-style story of 1001 nights and some types of animals, children can play mini car or entering the mouth of a dragon statue and exiting at the tail. Approximately 300 meters to the east of Park leisure park there Turgo Plawangan. In the park there are swimming pools where the water Tlogo Princess comes from springs on the slopes of Mount Plawangan. Play swing or joking with the family at the playground inside the park, fatigue will melt in thick perhutani park.
The walk along the east side, saw some monkeys are jumping and swinging on the branches, enjoying the birds singing in the rocky paths and stairs staircase stacking on the road as far as 900 meters uphill; may be a little tiring, but the view of Mount Merapi in clear weather from the Mount Pronojiwo , will replace the tiredness with admiration. On the way to the top Pronojiwo, YogYES contest run by a British foreign tourist named Nick (47 years). Despite winning the contest run, but the feeling one with the happiest alamlah atmosphere. Drinking water sold by the drink sellers will quench your thirst while enjoying Merapi that stands amid the thick green carpet. Every holiday, Merapi could be seen through binoculars is rent Rp.3000 for 30 minutes.
Arriving back to the playground, relax for a moment in Tlogo Muncar. Relieves fatigue while enjoying the waterfall on the sidelines of the rocks. Normally, water will flow profusely in the rainy season. If you want to enjoy the scenery Ground, the visitors get around by train rabbits most popularly called sepoer. These vehicles are usually hung in front of the park is filled with stalls of food vendors. The route is around the tourist area Kaliurang from east to west. Pass through the viewing post located on the west, Merapi will be obvious when the weather clears. Rates for this vehicle up Rp.3.000 per person if a minimum of seven people. For exclusive trips, 20,000 will make the trip as a nobleman.
If you want to feel the cool breeze and the quietness of the night on the Ground, a variety of villas, bungalows, guest house or cottage could be an option. The rates also vary, ranging from 25 thousands to 200 thousands. Some of the inn you can enjoy, among others: Bukit Surya (most recommended), Puri Indah Inn (3 star), the Prosperous House, etc..
Before leaving make sure to bring a little souvenirs are sold. Starting from the fruits of local farmers to food production that is typical sweet, marinated tofu and tempeh and bitch (food made of glutinous rice and grated coconut).
Kaliurang of the journey to Yogyakarta will remind us of the landscape painting while still in kindergarten. A mountain with a road in the middle and the green expanse that stretches on both sides dotted with houses, will eliminate fatigue in the frame of nature.
Enveloped in the breeze, even when the sun directly overhead, the coolness is still felt. Dancing through the air and fell with graceful trees, fresh flavor when it hits the body. View of Mount Merapi provide sensation in the region. Like a village girl who cover their face when we look at them, the mountain will be covered with fog when we come to see it. Plawangan hill along the west side as far as 1100 meters, traveling cross country, dirt road flanked by trees and green slopes, a row of 22 cave relics of Japan became one of the unique nature Ground.
In addition to its natural beauty, Ground also has several heritage buildings. Among them are House Ground and Pesanggrahan Dalem Ngeksigondo's palace that had been used as a meeting place of the Commission of the Three Kingdoms. Or Ullen Sentalu a part of the building is under ground. Museum reveals the mysteries of cultural and historical values of Java, particularly those associated with the princess of Yogyakarta and Surakarta in the 19th century.Family Recreation Area
Located 28 kilometers from the city center, Ground now has an area of natural and cultural attractions that lure, as well as being a fun place for family recreation. Relax with the family, parents can relax while watching the kids play on the Ground. In an area of 10,000 square meters of children can play swing, slide, or dip in the swimming pool. Also in the park is decorated by a statue of a genie-style story of 1001 nights and some types of animals, children can play mini car or entering the mouth of a dragon statue and exiting at the tail. Approximately 300 meters to the east of Park leisure park there Turgo Plawangan. In the park there are swimming pools where the water Tlogo Princess comes from springs on the slopes of Mount Plawangan. Play swing or joking with the family at the playground inside the park, fatigue will melt in thick perhutani park.
The walk along the east side, saw some monkeys are jumping and swinging on the branches, enjoying the birds singing in the rocky paths and stairs staircase stacking on the road as far as 900 meters uphill; may be a little tiring, but the view of Mount Merapi in clear weather from the Mount Pronojiwo , will replace the tiredness with admiration. On the way to the top Pronojiwo, YogYES contest run by a British foreign tourist named Nick (47 years). Despite winning the contest run, but the feeling one with the happiest alamlah atmosphere. Drinking water sold by the drink sellers will quench your thirst while enjoying Merapi that stands amid the thick green carpet. Every holiday, Merapi could be seen through binoculars is rent Rp.3000 for 30 minutes.
Arriving back to the playground, relax for a moment in Tlogo Muncar. Relieves fatigue while enjoying the waterfall on the sidelines of the rocks. Normally, water will flow profusely in the rainy season. If you want to enjoy the scenery Ground, the visitors get around by train rabbits most popularly called sepoer. These vehicles are usually hung in front of the park is filled with stalls of food vendors. The route is around the tourist area Kaliurang from east to west. Pass through the viewing post located on the west, Merapi will be obvious when the weather clears. Rates for this vehicle up Rp.3.000 per person if a minimum of seven people. For exclusive trips, 20,000 will make the trip as a nobleman.
If you want to feel the cool breeze and the quietness of the night on the Ground, a variety of villas, bungalows, guest house or cottage could be an option. The rates also vary, ranging from 25 thousands to 200 thousands. Some of the inn you can enjoy, among others: Bukit Surya (most recommended), Puri Indah Inn (3 star), the Prosperous House, etc..
Before leaving make sure to bring a little souvenirs are sold. Starting from the fruits of local farmers to food production that is typical sweet, marinated tofu and tempeh and bitch (food made of glutinous rice and grated coconut).
source : http://www.yogyes.com/id/yogyakarta-tourism-object/nature-and-outdoor/kaliurang/