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KRATON (PALACE)

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2024
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Complex housing a sultan's palace, museums, mosques, university buildings, batik workshops, etc.

Founded in 1755 by Hamengkubuwono I, Kraton is a gigantic complex, protected by thick ramparts, home to over 20,000 inhabitants. It houses the sultan's palace, museums, mosques, university buildings, shops of all kinds and batik workshops. The Kraton museums exhibit royal sacred objects, "pusakas", gamelan instruments, the royal family tree, furniture and photographs. The Probogyekso, at the heart of the complex, remains the sultan's private residence. The space is distinguished by its architecture and decoration, blending traditional Javanese elements with European influences. Monumental arches lead to a central courtyard, while the grand reception hall, the Bangsal Kencana, is remarkable for its four teak pillars. The palace also incorporates European elements such as furniture, chandeliers, crockery, French mirrors, Carrara marble, Italian bronzes and Venetian glass. The Kraton is guarded by soldiers in traditional uniforms armed with kriss. It is also an important cultural center, regularly hosting dance performances and gamelan concerts. Although the sultan and his family still reside here, part of the Kraton is open to the public, offering a unique insight into Javanese royalty. Visitors can enjoy extended access during major ceremonies, such as Eid el Kebir and Ramadan, to further discover the splendor of this historic site. Culture lovers, go for it!

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Lye
Lye
Visited in november 2019
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A visiter les jours où vous pouvez assister à un spectacle de marionnette ou de gamelan! Vous pourrez aussi y voir des femmes y pratiquant le batik.
Visited in july 2019
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Bienvenue au Palais du Sultan !
Le Kraton constitue l'épicentre de la ville de Yogyakarta. Les habitants vivent tout autour et lui vouent une affection toute particulière. Le prix du billet d'entrée est dérisoire, alors, faites vous plaisir !
Vous pourrez y découvrir, le trône du Sultan, sa mosquée et bien des objets relatifs aux règnes successifs de ses prédécesseurs.
Vous n'en garderez pas un souvenir impérissable mais ne pas le visiter lors d'un séjour à Jodja serait une erreur.
ciaolemetro
Visited in july 2018
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Visite intéressante ! Nous avons pu assister à des spectacles de danse traditionnelle lors de notre visite, cela vaut vraiment le coup !
bretagne28
Visited in october 2016
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Très bonne visite de ce palais du Kraton dont nous ne pouvons admirer qu'une partie mais cela en vaut la peine. Assister en plus à une représentation du gamelan est un ravissement pour les yeux et les oreilles. La visite guidée, absolument nécessaire, est comprise dans le prix d'entrée et donc ne pas hésiter à demander un guide car cela n'est pas proposé d'emblée.
The repetitions traditional dance is a magical place.

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