Games dakon done by two people. In this game they used the board called dakon and 98 boards (14 x 7) fruit seeds called beans or fruit dakon dakon. Dakon boards made of wood and plastic, while the seeds are made of shells, seeds, rocks, marbles, or plastic. On board there are 16 holes dakon which consist of 14 small holes facing each other and 2 large holes on either side. Every 7 small hole in the side of the player and a big hole on the right side is considered as belonging to the player. Generally dakon game in ancient times performed in pendapa, porch, or under a shady tree by first holding mat. This game is commonly played by children and even young women.

Wedi Ombo, Rongkop and Sadeng are the easternmost beaches of Jogja around 80 km away. Wedi Ombo is a white sand beach that is pure and very beautiful. with a lot of rocks that extend out to sea. Sadeng is fishing port and also the observation station for the lndonesian Navy.

Rongkop is a rocky beach with a variety of sea birds. fishing and bird watching is possible. Public transport to Baton, Krakal and Kukup is available from Umbulharjo to Wonosari, and then continue your trip on another bus from Wonosari, to the beach. The fare is around Rp. 3,000 per person. Renting a taxi will cost Rp. 210.000 (one way) or Rp. 315.000 (return). However, if you intend to see the other beaches, especially Wedi Ombo, Rongkop and Sadeng, you will have to rent a car, as there is no public transportation available to those locations.

Not too far to the west, there is a 40 m high lighthouse. You are allowed to enter the lighthouse at noon for a charge of Rp. 1,000 per person. From the lighthouse you can view the shore that extends from Parangtritis to Pandansimo, and if you are in luck watch a spectacular sunset over the lndian Ocean.

This was interpreted as a mystical sign that will soon occur that will flood lava through the river, so for those who know will soon make security measures and rescue purposes. The organizing various safety procession is said to pray for salvation of wealth and abundance to God and giving alms to the spirits so as not to disturb the occupants citizens Merapi, peaceful and free from distress, so as to create a harmony between human and natural environment. If the negative human behavior then it will be a negative nature. The concept of balance which became wisdom residents around Mount Merapi is the implementation of the values that they believe that citizens will be angry when it deviates from the natural rule of right and balanced. Location of harmony not only in the offerings provided but behavior that is always trying to not deviate from balance of nature, which is always in harmony harmony and balance to maintain ecosystem integrity.

Angklung is a tool or instrument made of bamboo art special, which was discovered by Mr. Daeng Sutigna about 1938. When the initial use is still limited to the interests angklung local or traditional arts. However, due to the resulting sounds very sweet and also has local and international content such as sounds that have a tone du re mi fa so la si du and daminatilada, then angklung too fast growing, not only locally but also performed performed regionally, nationally and internationally. It is said that the show was held in front of angklung State Leaders at the Asia Africa Conference in Bandung, Merdeka Building in 1955.

Angklung Musical instruments can be combined with other musical instruments such as piano, organ, guitar, drums, and others. Aside from being a tool of art, angklung can also be used as souvenirs or fruits after hand decorated various other accessories. Players of this instrument could reach 50 people or more.

The Bengawan Solo River has its source at the volcano of Mount Lawu,in the border of Central Java and East Java. It passes through the major city of Surakarta (called Solo by the local inhabitants).

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Another alternative is Selo, in the Boyolali Region (Province of Central Java) located on the north of Merapi. From Selo you can view Mount Merapi and Mount Merbabu. Babadan in the Magelang Region of Central Java is west of Merapi and is the safest point to view Mount Merapi when it is erupting. It has an observatory booth from which you can see the lava flow down the western side of the mountain.

Altough Merapi is the most active volcano in the world, you can climb to the top when it is calm. There is not only the chance for mountain climbing, but other outdoor activities as well.

Merapi mountain is located on the border of two provinces: Yogyakarta and Central Java. Around Merapi, you can find many areas for outdoor activities and nature tours. Each place has its own beauty.  In north, there is Selo-Boyolali (Central Java), and in the south is Kaliurang with its well known leisure park.

Tlogo Agro Plantation is a great place to spend your vacation in nature’s area. The mild climate and clean air that’s very unlikely to be contaminated in pollution, is a great way to spend leisure time in healthy ways. The beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding plantation is also an experience of joy for those who has tasted it. Plantations such as coffee, rubber, nutmeg, clove are all available here. If you enjoy tropical fruits, there are also durian, mango, banana, avocado, rambutan, guava, and other tropical trees in the area.

Tlogo Agro Plantation offers you excitement that you won’t easily find elsewhere, and one day is usually not enough to get a complete excitement of the site. In that sense, Tlogo Agro Plantation has provided traditional cottages that are rented for tourists or visitors who have not yet explored the entire site and is eager to do so in the following days. The cottages here are designed in ethnic style with exotic scent of traditional Indonesian plants that will surely give a warm and peaceful nuance for your stay.  To complete your stay, there is a swimming pool, fishing pond and restaurant that are ready almost 24 hours a day. Besides the cottages, Tlogo Agro Plantation also provides a Colonial and Mini Hall where you can arrange meetings or seminars. If you happen to be an adventure type person, staying in a cottage might be the least of your choices. Fortunately, the site provides a camping ground complete with tracking field and outbound training area where you can spend your hobby.

If you are wondering about the rate for an overnight stay at the cottage, you don’t need to worry because the rate is rather cheap considering the experience you will get from staying here. It is approximately $ 50 a person per night, not including tax fee. So if you are looking for an out-of-the city experience in a nice countryside environment surrounded by various plantations, this is the perfect location to stop by.