Five Reasons to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Yogyakarta

The Christmas and New Year holidays (Nataru) are often used as a time to gather with family. However, it's undeniable that the holidays often can't be enjoyed mindfully due to the crowded holiday destinations in many places. As a result, the holidays with family can often feel tiring, even preventing them from enjoying every moment.

Yogyakarta offers a unique experience: residents can enjoy several activities all in one place. The sites also hold significant historical significance, including the Borobudur, Prambanan, and Ratu Boko Temples. Wow, what activities are there? 

1. Starting the Day with History and Culture

Borobudur, Prambanan, and Ratu Boko Palace are not just backdrops, but the core of the experience. The grandeur of their architecture and the stories they tell create a unique atmosphere from the moment you set foot. Walking through these areas provides a space to pause, observe, and experience a cultural heritage previously only known through stories.

2. Eating Together as Part of the Story

At Medang Market, food isn't just about filling your stomach. Traditional presentations, a traditional market atmosphere, and a variety of dishes from micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) make eating together a warm moment of camaraderie.

3. Play and Study Room at DolanRia Prambanan

For families, DolanRia Prambanan is a key part of their holiday experience. Children can play traditional games, explore cultural attractions, and even participate in fun creative classes. Everything is designed to not only entertain children but also connect with local values ​​and culture, without it feeling like formal learning.

4. Sabang Merauke Performance “Borobudur Masterpiece”

The Sabang Merauke performance is not only designed as entertainment, but also as an educational instrument for the younger generation to love the richness of Indonesian culture more and at the same time strengthen Borobudur Temple's position as a world-class cultural tourism destination.

5. End the Day with Music, Art, and Culture

As dusk falls, the Swara Prambanan music festival presents art performances and concerts from various musicians across genres. This year, the splendor of the Swara Stage at Prambanan Temple is enlivened by Padi Reborn, Bilal Indrajaya, Mr. Jono & Joni, Denny Caknan, For Revenge, and Tenxi x Naykilla. Swara Prambanan accompanies the final twilight of the year and welcomes a beautiful New Year's Eve under the magical sky of Prambanan Temple.

Don't miss the chance to be part of the celebration of arts, culture, and music during the Christmas and New Year holidays at the Borobudur, Prambanan, and Ratu Boko Temple Tourism Parks!