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Field
Trips |
Wisma
Bahasa provides students to practice their
speaking ability during the fieldtrip: visiting some
interesting historical places, such as Borobudur Temple,
Parambanan Temple, Sultan's Palace, Sultan Cemetery
in Imogiri, etc. The following is estimated costs of
the trip for learners. |
Borobudur
Temple
Borobudur Temple is one of the Seven
Wonders in the world. This magnificent Buddhist temple
was built between 750 and 850 AD. The temple was reconstructed
by Indonesian government with the assistance of UNESCO.
The restoration project is completed in 1984. It is
located in Central Java, 42 kilometres northwest of
Yogyakarta, and it is only one-hour drive from the city.
The trip lasts 4 hours
and the cost is US$ 53.00/package/person |
Prambanan
Temple
Prambanan Temple or "Lara Jonggrang"
Temple is located around 17 km east of Yogyakarta. This
largest Hindu temple complex in Java was built in the
middle of the ninth century by Sanjaya dynasty. During
full moon evenings in the months from May to October,
the Ramayana Ballet is performed on the open air platform
at the temple complex from 07.30 p.m. - 09.30 p.m.
The trip lasts 2 hours
and the cost is US$ 35.00/package/person |
Sultans'
Cemetary in Imogiri
Imogiri cemetery is located about 17
km southeast of Yogyakarta. Perched on a hilltop, it
is reachable by hiking on 345 stairs of stone. This
cemetery was constructed in 1645 by Sultan Agung, the
first king of Mataram. Imogiri has been the burial site
for the royal descendants since then. Therefore, Javanese
people, especially Yogyanese and Solonese regard it
as a holy place. Visitors who want to go inside the
cemetery have to wear traditional Javanese costume that
one can rent on the spot. Note: Visiting
days: Monday and Friday only
The trip lasts 3 hours
and the cost is US$ 9.00/hour/person |
Sultan's
Palace
The Sultan's Palace or Kraton,
located in the heart of the city, was built more than
200 years ago. It was founded in 1775 by Prince Mangkubumi.
The Prince was then ordained and called Sri Sultan Hamengku
Buwono I.
The trip lasts 2 hours and the cost is
US$ 9.00/hour/person |
City Tour
City Tour Orientation
There will be some main streets and places of Yogyakarta
to visit while the learners are listening to teachers'
explanation. The purpose is to know the atmosphere of
Yogyakarta and some important places such as post office,
hospitals, shopping centre, etc. The trip lasts 2
hours and the cost is US$ 9.00/hour/person
City Tour
Learners will be taken to some popular places in Yogyakarta
such as Keraton, Tamansari, Kotagede, and Malioboro
(or depending on your request). The trip lasts 4
hours and the cost is US$ 9.00/hour/person |
Kasongan Pottery Village
Kasongan is a small pottery village,
about 5 kilometers southern of Yogyakarta. It has become
famous for its traditional and modern kinds of pottery
produced by the villagers. Visitors may watch how the
pottery is made.
The trip lasts 2 hours
and the cost is US$ 9.00/hour/person |
Batik Reseach
Center
Yogyakarta is also well-known as "Batik
City". Many places in Yogyakarta have interesting
exhibitions of batiks in classic and modern designs.
The process of batik painting, both the hand waxed and
hand stamped, can also be seen in some places.
The trip lasts 2 hours and the cost
is US$ 9.00/hour/person |
Kotagede
Silver Village
Kotagede is popular as the centre of
Yogyakarta silverwork industry since 1930. In Kotagede,
there are many shops lined along the main street that
sell silver crafts. Visitors are welcome to watch the
silversmiths at work in their workshops. Most of the
shops offer a wide range of pieces such as candlesticks,
bowls, tea sets, boxes, modern jewelry (necklace, bracelet,
ring), silver puppets, etc. You can also make an order
using your own designs.
The trip lasts 2 hours and the cost
is US$ 9.00/hour/person |
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