THE PRESENT FROM THE PAST

The Kraton (also spelled keraton or karaton) or the Palace of Yogyakarta, is a grand complex that was meticulously planned to reflect the Javanese cosmos. Today, the Keraton is a piece of living history and tradition. It continues to be used, both as a home of the Sultan as well as for other important ceremonial and cultural functions of the Yogyakarta court.

On any given day of the week, visitors to Yogyakarta can pick from an array of cultural events, including music concerts, puppet shows, and art exhibitions, taking place in and around the city - especially events that held inside The Kraton. From the all-night shadow-puppet performances to the bold and socially aware graffiti covering many public buildings, Yogyakarta - the cultural and spiritual capital of Java, Indonesia - is above all a city of art and culture, making Yogyakarta as the second most visited destination in Indonesia after Bali.