Why visit
Yogyakarta is Java's cultural heart. Borobudur's 9th-century Buddhist temple, Prambanan's Hindu complex, Kraton sultan's palace, and batik workshops.
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Yogyakarta at a glance
City population
374k
Elevation
110 m
361 ft
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
Airport
JOG
Adisutjipto International Airport
Indonesia at a glance
Country center
-5.0°, 120.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
1,904,569 km²
735,358 mi²
Country population
280.7 million
147/km²
Subregion
South-Eastern Asia
Currency
Indonesian rupiah (Rp)
IDR
Dial
+62
Language
Indonesian
Demonym
Indonesian
Internet
.id
UN
Member state
ISO code
ID / IDN
Where in the world
-5.0° - 120.0°
Indonesia
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Did you know
- Yogyakarta is the only region in Indonesia still governed by a reigning sultan (Sri Sultan Hamengkubuwono X).
- Nearby Borobudur, built in the 9th century, is the world's largest Buddhist temple; Prambanan, a 9th-century Hindu temple complex, is 20 km away.
- Yogyakarta is known as Indonesia's cultural and artistic capital; Javanese batik here has been UNESCO-listed intangible heritage since 2009.
- Indonesia is made of over 17,000 islands: the world's largest archipelago.
- It sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire and has 139 active volcanoes: more than any other country.
Bordering Indonesia
Traveler notes
- Borobudur sunrise from Dagi Hill (the official one is closed)
- Prambanan Ramayana Ballet evening
- Jalan Malioboro for shopping + street food
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Frequently asked about Yogyakarta
What currency is used in Yogyakarta?
Yogyakarta uses the Indonesian rupiah (Rp), ISO code IDR.
What languages are spoken in Indonesia?
The primary language is Indonesian.
What is the international calling code for Indonesia?
The calling code is +62.
What airport serves Yogyakarta?
Adisutjipto International Airport (IATA: JOG).
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