[Taman Sari (Water Palace) | Yogyakarta, Indonesia "A paradise for kings. Memories of beauty and darkness remain in the quiet ruins"] — "Taman Sari" means "fragrant garden" in Indonesian. This was once a garden and bathing area created for the royal family of the Kingdom of Yogyakarta to relax in. Built in the 18th century, it now has the serenity of a ruin, but it once had ponds, palaces, secret passages, hidden towers, and more, and was a "dream space" for the king and his concubines. It is now open to the public, and you can freely walk around in the quiet air. ⸻ 📍【Location & Access】 ・Location: 10 minutes by car from the center of Yogyakarta / Walking is also possible ・A short distance from the Royal Palace (Kraton) ・Grab taxi or becak (three-wheeled bicycle taxi) are also convenient 🕰️【Tourist Information】 ・Business hours: 9:00-15:00 (varies depending on the season and day of the week) ・Closed days: None ・Admission fee: Foreigners approx. 15,000 rupiah (approx. 150 yen) + camera usage fee ⸻ 🌿Recommended points • Beautiful remains of a "water bath" → The central pond and three watchtowers are impressive. A space of beautiful silence and light reflections • Underground tunnel and "secret mosque" → The "Underground Mosque (Sumur Gumuling)" at the end of the underground passage is also famous as a spot for taking pictures on social media • The ruin-like atmosphere is attractive → The partially collapsed walls and peeling paint create a historical atmosphere • Connected to the living area of locals → The surrounding area is lined with artistic murals and local houses, making it fun to walk around ⸻ 📸 Tips ・Morning is recommended (fewer tourists and the light is beautiful) ・The stairs to the underground mosque are steep and dark, so watch your step ・If you hire a local guide (a few hundred yen), you can dig deeper into unknown history ・The surrounding art area is also worth exploring. There are murals and small cafes scattered around ⸻ #Tamansari #Water Palace #Yogyakarta #Indonesia #Absolutely free trip
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