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Travel to Curug Surodipo Temanggung: Trekking while Enjoying Green Hills

JJS Jateng Gayeng , TEMANGGUNG - Besides being famous for its posong natural attractions, Temanggung also has a natural waterfall that is quite famous for its beauty, namely Curug Surodipo. This waterfall is located in Tawangsari Village, Wonoboyo District, Temanggung Regency. The location is located in the middle of the hills and crops of residents who are neatly arranged and green. Tourists usually enjoy the beautiful view of this waterfall from a distance while relaxing on the rocks at the top of the hill. The History Behind the Name of Curug Surodipo Curug Surodipo is related to Prince Diponegoro's struggle in Temanggung. According to local stories, a subordinate of Prince Diponegoro named Surodipo used to live here. Previously, Surodipo lived on the move until finally settling in Batur Village, which is located near the Trocoh River or below the waterfall. However, due to a flood that washed away the settlement, the residents moved to the hill that is currently Tawangsari Vill

Putri Kencono Cave Wonogiri, a Beautiful Cave with Mystery and History

JJS Jateng Gayeng , WONOGIRI - Pracimantoro is one of the areas in Wonogiri Regency that has natural tourism potential in the form of a number of caves. One of them is Putri Kencana Cave located in Wonodadi Village, Pracimantoro.  The name Putri Kencana for the cave has its own story. The people around the cave believe that the cave, which is located on one of the hills not far from the village head's office, is the residence of a princess named Putri Kencana. According to the guardian of the cave, Darmadi, the name Putri Kencana Cave was established on January 22, 1991. The naming was agreed upon by a number of community leaders and local elders. Pracimantoro, Putri Kencono Cave is one of the Putri Kencana Caves, one of the many caves in the Gunung Sewu Karst area that not only has educational appeal but is also accompanied by historical myths. It is located in Wonodadi Village, Pracimantoro Subdistrict or 45 KM south of Wonogiri City. To get to the location can be reached by four

Menganti Beach, a beautiful beach at the southern tip of Kebumen

JJS Jateng Gayeng , KEBUMEN -  Kebumen is a city in Central Java that is known as one of the cities that has mesmerizing natural scenery. The city has amazing natural tourist destinations ranging from beaches, caves, to waterfalls. Nature lovers are certainly obliged to explore the natural beauty in Kebumen. Travelers who want to find peace by enjoying the charm of nature are also suitable to choose Kebumen as their tourist destination. The city of Kebumen offers many amazing places that can be explored by tourists. In fact, this city is often referred to as a city that holds a paradise of natural tourist destinations. The most popular natural attractions in Kebumen are the beautiful beaches scattered along its coastline.  Currently, the beach that is in the public spotlight is Menganti Beach. This beach is located in Karangduwur Village, Ayah Subdistrict, Kebumen Regency. Menganti Beach is called the most beautiful beach in Central Java because of its mesmerizing natural beauty. Ther

The Great Mosque of Demak, a Pioneer of the Spread of Islam on Java Island

JJS Jateng Gayeng , DEMAK - The Great Mosque of Demak is one of the oldest mosques in Indonesia. The mosque is located in Kauman village, Bintoro sub-district, Demak district, Demak regency, Central Java. The Great Mosque of Demak is also an icon of religious tourism in Demak Regency with the tomb of Sunan Kalijaga, in Kadilangu Demak. The Great Mosque of Demak also stands majestically in the center or heart of Demak Regency. Talking about the Great Mosque of Demak will never end to be discussed. The Great Mosque of Demak is also a witness to the history of the spread of Islam in Demak and on the island of Java. So we need to discuss and learn together about the uniqueness and history of the Great Mosque of Demak. The Great Mosque of Demak also tells and proves the fusion of various cultures. Islamic culture, Javanese culture and Chinese culture as a symbol of inter-ethnic togetherness. This mosque is said to be told to be enough for one night and at dawn can be used for morning prayer

Borobudur Temple, Colossal Heritage of Magelang, Central Java World Heritage

JJS Jateng Gayeng , MAGELANG - Borobudur Temple was built around the 8th-9th century AD, namely during the Syailendra kingdom. One of the largest cultural heritages in the world is located in Magelang City, Central Java.   The Borobudur temple is geographically located between several mountains and is located around the Progo and Elo rivers. The term Borobudur is a saying that Buddha often uttered after a shift in sound, until it became Borobudur. Another explanation also says that the word Borobudur comes from bara and beduhur. Bara means monastery and beduhur means high. History of Borobudur Temple Quoting the book Local Wisdom of Central Java: Timeless by Retno Susilorini, it is explained that the philosophy of building the Borobudur temple can be seen from the Karmawibhangga reliefs which depict human life and provide instructions for its founder, King Samaratungga, who ruled in 782-812 AD. This temple, which was built during the heyday of the Syailendra dynasty and founded by Sama