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About Prambanan Temple

Located 17 kilometres northeast of Yogyakarta, Prambanan Temple is known as the largest Hindu site in Indonesia. You can find approximately 240 temples within its complex. As the second-largest Hindu site in Southeast Asia, this temple has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Prambanan Temple, or locally known as Roro Jonggrang Temple, is also famous for its majestic architectural design. The Shiva is the main temple with a height of 47 meters. According to historical records, the construction of Prambanan Temple was carried out in 850 AD. Unfortunately, the great earthquake destroyed parts of the temple in the 16th century. Afterwards, the Dutch government has begun restoration of Prambanan Temple in 1918. These rebuilding efforts lasted until 1953. Aside from being a historical tourist destination, Prambanan Temple is also used to hold many art shows. The most popular one is the Ramayana Ballet show. This art performance takes the storyline from the reliefs in Prambanan Temple, which tells the story of Ramayana. 

Top Things to Do in Prambanan Temple

When visiting Prambanan Temple, make sure to explore these great places or activities

Ratu Boko Temple

About 3 km to the south of Prambanan, you can find the existence of Ratu Boko Temple. Visiting this temple, you will find the ruins of the ancient palace buildings. This archaeological site is also called Ratu Boko Palace by the locals. The archaeologists conclude that Ratu Boko Temple was built around the 8th century and a relic of the Syailendra Kingdom, a dynasty that embraced Buddhism in Indonesia. However, this building later fell into the hands of the Hindu Kingdom. Accordingly, Ratu Boko Palace has an architectural design that combines Hindu and Buddhist elements. For those who are into photography, this site has many interesting spots to shoot. Overlooking the Prambanan Temple, this palace ruins also has a wonderful view of Mount Merapi. That is why, in recent years, many couples have come to Ratu Boko Temple to take pre-wedding shoots.

Jogja Bay Waterpark

During your visit to Prambanan Temple, enjoy your vacation in Jogja Bay Waterpark. Only about 8.1 km from Prambanan, this family attraction offers pirate-themed water games. The choice of game rides is also diverse. You can even find various types of giant water slides, such as timo raider, boomeranggo, and volcano roll coaster. Besides, your children can try some exciting games such as ziggy giant barrel, hip playground, and kula play pool.

Prambanan Temple’s Ramayana Ballet 

You cannot miss an art performance entitled Sendratari Ramayana or Ramayana Ballet, which was staged at the Prambanan Temple complex. The first performance took place in April 1961. Since then, Ramayana Ballet has become a regular show at Prambanan Temple. Tourists can watch this performance every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday with a duration of 2 hours.

Desa Wisata Rumah Domes-Teletubbies

This place offers colourful domed houses, which are suitable for those who hunt for cool photo spots in Yogyakarta. This tourist village is located on a hillside, surrounded by lush rice paddy fields. Locally known as Nglepen Village, the onsite houses adopt the Igloo design, a type of hut constructed from snow, widely applied by Inuits. The advantage of Igloo is that it is earthquake resistant and can withstand wind exposure up to speeds of 450 kilometres/hour.

Tebing Breksi

Located about 7 km from Prambanan Temple, you can find Tebing Breksi. It is a former mining area, which is now transformed into an instagenic tourist attraction. During your visit to Tebing Breksi, try to shoot many beautiful photos. Besides, Tebing Breksi is a nice place to enjoy the sunset.

Top Culinary in Prambanan Temple

During your visit to Prambanan Temple, you can also find a row of famous culinary destination nearby, including

Boko Sunset Resto

If you're looking for a romantic restaurant close to Prambanan Temple, Boko Sunset Resto should be considered. This restaurant offers an open-air dining concept with a backdrop of Ratu Boko Temple. The best time to visit this restaurant is in the mid-afternoon when the sun begins to set. This restaurant is located on Boko Harjo, Prambanan, Gatak, Bokoharjo, Kec. Prambanan, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, and is open daily from 09.00 to 21.00 WIB. To create a warmer ambience, this restaurant decorates its space with antique bikes, lesung (traditional rice pulveriser), hoes, and Asian conical hats. Also, Boko Sunset Resto provides dinner buffet starting at Rp70,000 per package.

Gubug Lestari 88

Only 14 minutes’ drive (4.5km) away from Prambanan Temple, this restaurant located on Jl. Prambanan Piyungan KM 4. You can find a wide range of traditional cuisines offered at affordable prices here. The inhouse facilities are also complete, including a large parking area for buses. The environment is comfortable and serene too, granting beautiful views from gardens and bamboo-based buildings.

Ragabatu Warung Artisan

Ragabatu Warung Artisan aims to give you a great experience by enjoying delicious meals with a backdrop of lush rice fields. This restaurant is located exactly at Sambirejo, Prambanan, Gn. Sari, Sambirejo, Kec. Prambanan, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, about 19 minutes (7.5km) drive from Prambanan Temple. It also features a traditional dining room furnished with bamboo elements, giving you a full nature eating experience.

Abhayagiri Restaurant

When you first arrive at this restaurant, green landscape and fresh air will greet you. Only 9 minutes’ drive from Prambanan Temple, Abhayagiri Restaurant is precisely located at Sumberwatu Heritage Resort, Sambirejo, Prambanan, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta. Average restaurant prices start from Rp71.000. 

Where to Stay in Prambanan Temple

If you think of booking a comfortable accommodation, here are some best hotels that you should consider

Abhayagiri-SWH Resort

If you consider the convenience while travelling is over everything, Abhayagiri-SWH Resort will be a good option. This 4-star resort offers fully furnished rooms with gorgeous mountain views.

Poeri Devata Resort Hotel

Despite providing complete facilities, this hotel offers affordable room rates. Most of all, it is only about 600 meters from Prambanan Temple.

Hotel Wisnu Klaten

This hotel is only 417 metres or 7 minutes’ walk from Prambanan Temple. It also comes at a reasonable rate, which is fit for backpackers.

Hopefully, this information can help you to arrange a great trip to Prambanan Temple. Also, take advantage of Traveloka app to make your booking process faster and simpler. You can also buy entrance tickets for various attractions in Yogyakarta through this app.