Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia
Palace · Mataram Sultanate · 18th Century
The Keraton Yogyakarta is a palace complex in the city of Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta Special Region, Indonesia. It is the seat of the reigning Sultan of Yogyakarta and his family. The complex is a working center of traditional Javanese culture, including gamelan music, dance, and crafts.
Construction: 1755 – 1756
Founder: Sultan Hamengkubuwono I
Key figures: Sultan Hamengkubuwono I
Significance: The royal palace of the Yogyakarta Sultanate and a center of Javanese culture.
- 1755: Established following the Treaty of Giyanti
Architectural styles: Javanese, Islamic, Colonial
Architects: Sultan Hamengkubuwono I
Materials: Teak Wood, Marble
- Joglo Pavilions: Traditional open-air pavilions.
- North and South Squares: Alun-Alun Lor and Alun-Alun Kidul.
- Mosque: Masjid Gedhe Kauman located west of the North Square.
Opening hours: 08:30 - 14:00 (summer) · 08:30 - 14:00 (winter) – Closed on national holidays.
- General: €1.00
Accessibility: Accessible.
Official site: http://kratonjogja.id
Address: Jl. Rotowijayan Blok No. 1, Panembahan, Kecamatan Kraton, Kota Yogyakarta, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Coordinates: -7.8053, 110.3642