Facts about Yogyakarta, Indonesia
| Country | Indonesia |
| Special Region | Special Region of Yogyakarta (Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta) |
| Region | Java Island (south-central) |
| City Status | Autonomous City (Kota) & Capital of the Special Region of Yogyakarta |
| Established | Founded in 1755 following the Giyanti Agreement; capital of the Yogyakarta Sultanate |
| Coordinates | Approximately 7.7956° S, 110.3695° E |
| Total Area | ~32.50 sq km |
| Land Area | ~32.50 sq km |
| Water Area | Minimal; includes Code River and Winongo River |
| Population (2020) | ~373,589 |
| Population (mid-2024 est.) | ~390,000+ |
| Population Rank | Major cultural and educational city in Indonesia |
| Administrative Districts (Kecamatan) | Danurejan, Gedongtengen, Gondokusuman, Gondomanan, Jetis, Kotagede, Kraton, Mantrijeron, Mergangsan, Ngampilan, Pakualaman, Tegalrejo, Umbulharjo, Wirobrajan |
| Main Industries | Education, tourism, handicrafts (batik, silver), arts and culture, trade, services |
| Major Transport | Yogyakarta International Airport (Kulon Progo); Tugu Railway Station; Lempuyangan Station; regional road network |
| Time Zone | Western Indonesia Time (WIB, UTC+07:00) |
| Known For | Keraton Yogyakarta (Sultan’s Palace), Malioboro Street, Borobudur & Prambanan access, strong Javanese cultural heritage, and major student city |
| Website | https://jogjakota.go.id/ |
Top Attractions in Yogyakarta in Indonesia
- Prambanan Temple – UNESCO World Heritage Hindu temple complex with stunning architecture
- Borobudur Temple – nearby iconic Buddhist temple and UNESCO World Heritage site
- Kraton Yogyakarta – royal palace and cultural center showcasing Javanese heritage
- Taman Sari Water Castle – historic royal garden and bathing complex
- Malioboro Street – bustling shopping street famous for souvenirs, batik, and street food
- Mount Merapi – active volcano with trekking trails and scenic viewpoints
- Parangtritis Beach – popular beach with sand dunes and sunset views
- Ullen Sentalu Museum – museum exhibiting Javanese art, history, and culture
- Alun-Alun Kidul – southern city square famous for night activities and local traditions
- Gembira Loka Zoo – family-friendly zoo featuring local and exotic animals
Distance from Yogyakarta to Other Indonesia Cities
- Yogyakarta to Jakarta – 470 km (292 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Bandung – 430 km (267 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Semarang – 90 km (56 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Surabaya – 260 km (162 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Denpasar (Bali) – 420 km (261 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Medan – 1,860 km (1,156 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Palembang – 810 km (503 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Pekanbaru – 1,350 km (839 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Pontianak – 1,030 km (640 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Makassar – 1,290 km (801 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Padang – 1,330 km (826 miles)
- Yogyakarta to Balikpapan – 1,560 km (969 miles)

