Things to do in Central Java
Central Java offers a vibrant mix of cultural experiences, outdoor adventures, and beautiful beaches. Visitors can enjoy educational tours, shopping, and the unique Setumbu experience, which showcases the region's stunning landscapes and rich heritage. Whether you're seeking relaxation or exploration, Central Java promises an unforgettable vacation with its diverse activities and attractions.
Shopping
Experience shopping in Central Java at Paragon City Mall Semarang, a vibrant center with entertainment and family-friendly vibes. For a local flavor, visit Klewer Market and Johar Market, both bustling with city energy and offering a variety of gifts and souvenirs to take home.
Recreation
At the Borobudur Golf Country Club, enjoy a round of golf surrounded by lush landscapes and fresh air, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. For relaxation, Svargabumi Borobudur offers a tranquil space with wellness programs and rejuvenating activities, while Satria Stadium provides an energetic atmosphere for sports fans.
Adventure
Hot Water Boom Guciku is a vibrant waterpark offering thrilling slides and relaxing hot springs, perfect for family fun and adventure. Similarly, Owabong features exciting water attractions, ensuring a day filled with laughter and entertainment amidst a lively atmosphere. Nakamura Klinik invites you to explore the great outdoors with exhilarating activities.
Nightlife
Experience the vibrant nightlife in Central Java by visiting the lively pubs in Semarang, where you can enjoy local beers and live music. For a more relaxed evening, head to cozy cafes in Yogyakarta, offering delightful desserts and a chill atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.
*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.
![At the museum no photos are allowed which is really unfortunate as it was well worth the visit and the guided tour is definitely not to be missed. In the museum there are even Batik made from the Dutch era which depicts stories like Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White!
I enjoyed the tour v much and at the end of the tour we were brought to this room where the artisan were working on hand drawn batik.
Below is an excerpt from Wikipedia for anyone interested in learning more about the process of batik making.
Firstly, a cloth is washed, soaked and beaten with a large mallet. Patterns are drawn with pencil and later redrawn using hot wax, usually made from a mixture of paraffin or bees wax, sometimes mixed with plant resins, which functions as a dye-resist. The wax can be applied with a variety of tools. A pen-like instrument called a canting (IPA: [tʃantiŋ], sometimes spelled with old Dutch orthography tjanting) is the most common. A canting is made from a small copper reservoir with a spout on a wooden handle. The reservoir holds the resist which flows through the spout, creating dots and lines as it moves. For larger patterns, a stiff brush may be used. Alternatively, a copper block stamp called a cap (IPA: [tʃap]; old spelling tjap) is used to cover large areas more efficiently.
After the cloth is dry, the resist is removed by scraping or boiling the cloth. The areas treated with resist keep their original color; when the resist is removed the contrast between the dyed and undyed areas forms the pattern. This process is repeated as many times as the number of colors desired.
The most traditional type of batik, called batik tulis (written batik), is drawn using only the canting. The cloth need to be drawn on both sides and dipped in a dye bath three to four times. The whole process may take up to a year; it yields considerably finer patterns than stamped batik.
Source: Wikipedia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9cd999fbd1cf55cbfe1f78176d52a342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)
![Golden Sunrise View from Sikunir Hill
[Pic taken by Galaxy Note]
Enjoying the beauty of sunrise is one of the important attraction in Indonesian tourism concept, this is because Indonesia has a lot of mountains suitable to be enjoyed on the moment of sunrise. One of the well known its sunrise’s beauty is Sikunir hill in the Dieng plateau.
Dieng Plateau is a marshy plateau that forms the floor of a caldera complex on the Dieng Volcanic Complexnear Wonosobo, Central Java, Indonesia. Referred to as "Dieng" by Indonesians, it sits at 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) above sea level, far from major population centres. The name "Dieng" comes from Di Hyang which means "Abode of the Gods".](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ebbdb15fcc9fd075d270d17a53e8f75c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)
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