Yogyakarta, as one of the popular tourist destinations and also a student city, offers a variety of choices for tourist attractions. The presence of tourist attractions in Yogyakarta caters to the needs and goals of tourists for recreation, work, or sports.
The term ‘healing’ for students is not unfamiliar anymore. Accumulated assignments, never-ending reports, and social pressure from the surroundings have made this term popular, leading students to seek refuge in enjoyable activities such as traveling.
Here are the favorite healing places for Yogyakarta students:
1. Pantai Parangtritis, Bantul
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You must be familiar with this tourist spot. Parangtritis Beach was chosen by 184,224 visitors at the beginning of 2023 (solopos.com, 2023). As a favorite destination, Parangtritis Beach is a must-visit because, besides enjoying the sea view, tourists can also ride horses and play ATV.
The location of Parangtritis Beach is also close to other beaches in the Bantul area, such as Parangkusumo Beach, Cemara Sewu Beach, Pelangi Beach, and others. When visiting Parangtritis Beach, the best healing spot is Watugupit.
From the top of Watugupit, tourists can clearly see the sunset. Additionally, the beautiful sea view adds to the attraction of Parangtritis Beach from the top of Watu Gupit hill.
2. Bukit Bintang, Bantul
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Bantul Regency also has a stunning hill called Bukit Bintang. Compared to Parangtritis Beach, Bukit Bintang is 11 km closer to Yogyakarta City. Due to its strategic location and proximity to the center of Yogyakarta, Bukit Bintang is a sought-after spot for students at night to enjoy the city lights from an elevation of 150 meters above sea level.
Named Bukit Bintang for a reason, from this hill with an elevation of 150 meters above sea level, the glittering lights of Yogyakarta City will appear like numerous stars in the night sky. Tourists can enjoy a cup of warm beverages such as milk, coffee, or ginger tea. There are also snacks like grilled corn, fried bananas, and instant noodles to accompany your healing activities.
3. Kaliurang Atas
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Kaliurang Atas is located near Mount Merapi. The Kaliurang Atas area offers a cool and lush natural tourist destination, and it definitely has a different vibe compared to the city of Yogyakarta.
Various activities can be enjoyed in the Kaliurang Atas area, such as visiting famous eateries like Kopi Klotok and Kopi Merapi, riding a scooter in Tlogo Putri, playing in the water at Ledok Sambi, and taking a jeep ride on Mount Merapi. With relatively affordable prices, this place is also a favorite among students because it is far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
4. Pameran Temporer
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In addition to natural attractions, man-made attractions are also favorite healing destinations for students in Yogyakarta! Yogyakarta is renowned for its historical and cultural city that gives birth to unique and captivating works of art. These art pieces are showcased in temporary exhibitions opened for a specific period with diverse themes.
One of the art festivals in Yogyakarta, titled Sumonar, took place from November 25 to December 5, 2023. The Sumonar art festival featured a series of events such as Art Exhibition, Light Art Workshop, Video Mapping Show, and other activities.
Interactive exhibitions are also sought after by Yogyakarta students to momentarily break free from their daily routines. One such exhibition is at the Sonobudoyo Museum called Amex 2023 Exhibition, held from November 7 to December 30, 2023. This exhibition offers interactive exhibits as well as a collection of historical and cultural artifacts from the Sonobudoyo Museum. With an entrance fee of only Rp. 10,000.00, you can visit three buildings at once! Certainly, it is very suitable for a student’s budget.
There you have it, the healing places for Yogyakarta students. There are still many places to explore and interesting activities to do. Come on, plan your trip to Yogyakarta!