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Where is Yogyakarta





Yogyakarta Location Map, Indonesia



Facts about Yogyakarta, Indonesia

CountryIndonesia
Special RegionSpecial Region of Yogyakarta (Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta)
RegionJava Island (south-central)
City StatusAutonomous City (Kota) & Capital of the Special Region of Yogyakarta
EstablishedFounded in 1755 following the Giyanti Agreement; capital of the Yogyakarta Sultanate
CoordinatesApproximately 7.7956° S, 110.3695° E
Total Area~32.50 sq km
Land Area~32.50 sq km
Water AreaMinimal; includes Code River and Winongo River
Population (2020)~373,589
Population (mid-2024 est.)~390,000+
Population RankMajor cultural and educational city in Indonesia
Administrative Districts (Kecamatan)Danurejan, Gedongtengen, Gondokusuman, Gondomanan, Jetis, Kotagede, Kraton, Mantrijeron, Mergangsan, Ngampilan, Pakualaman, Tegalrejo, Umbulharjo, Wirobrajan
Main IndustriesEducation, tourism, handicrafts (batik, silver), arts and culture, trade, services
Major TransportYogyakarta International Airport (Kulon Progo); Tugu Railway Station; Lempuyangan Station; regional road network
Time ZoneWestern Indonesia Time (WIB, UTC+07:00)
Known ForKeraton Yogyakarta (Sultan’s Palace), Malioboro Street, Borobudur & Prambanan access, strong Javanese cultural heritage, and major student city
Websitehttps://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)