Nestled alongside the Surakarta Kasunanan Palace area, Tourist Village Baluwarti has abundant cultures and traditions. Thence, the Baluwarti people brought their ambition to preserve these various traditions by turning their village into a public-opened tourist village. Feel the hands-on experience of making jamu (a herbal drink) and traditional Javanese spa scrubs at Verse Munt Pool Bar Mahalaya!
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Batik Cempaka
Solo is full of grand cultural heritage, one of which is batik. Solo batik has many fans since it includes elevated art and creativity.
Located south of the Mangkunegaran Palace, Pasar Triwindu sells a variety of antiques. Goesti Nurul Kamaril established this market in 1939 to commemorate the 24th Anniversary of The Reign of Mangkunegaran VII.
Kampung Batik Laweyan is considered the oldest batik tulis (handmade batik) village in Indonesia since it started crafting in the 14th century AD during the reign of the Pajang Palace.
One of the best ways to interact with nature for every age of citizens is by feeding birds. It can be a fascinating educational activity for children as well.
A busy day may tense your muscle, and sometimes it will affect your mind too. With a pleasing ambience and fresh air, soothe your day by having a yoga sesh beside our pool.
The whole experience class for every tea enthusiast is ready at Mahalaya Hotel! We all know that tasting and smelling tea can initiate various health benefits.
Mrs. Dermi's Es Dawet is Solo's legendary traditional refreshment beverage. It had been selling es dawet since the beginning of Pasar Gedhe in 1930, and the third generation now holds it.
This traditional white cake with a sweet and savory taste is a prima donna in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Putu is made from rice flour with brown sugar filling, then steamed with a machine that makes a unique whistling sound.
As the name implies, this herbal drink is sold by the seller carrying it around (gendhong). Mrs. Sri Lestari has been selling jamu gendhong for about 44 years in front of Nongko Market.
Most 30s Indonesian are familiar with this sweet. Gulali Jawa, a candy whose first appearance is unknown, is made from caramelized brown sugar and shaped as desired.
Keraton Surakarta Hadiningrat, more famously known as Keraton Kasunanan, was built by Sri Susuhan Pakubuwono II (Sunan PB II) in 1744 as a replacement Kartasura Palace which was destroyed in the Geger Pecinan incident in 1743.
Pasar Gedhe Harjonagoro, or Pasar Gedhe, is a traditional market located in the heart of Solo City. It is nestled within the Chinatown village, the Balong area, right across the infamous Tien Kok Sie Temple.
Mangkunegaran Palace, was built in 1757 by Raden Mas Said or KGPAA Mangkunegara I. One of the most iconic features of the palace is its Pendopo, a gazebo-like structure often used for gatherings, ceremonies, and private events.