A notable destination in Central Java, most folks tend to refer to this black city of Surakarta as merely Solo. Together with Yogyakarta, Solo was once part of the previous Mataram kingdom. It has become a busy and sizable city, with wide streets, lively regional markets, an undeniable Javanese cultural heritage, and dramatic scenes of the region’s famous active volcano, Mount Merapi.
Tourism is clearly on the up in Solo, and tourists will discover the locals are very welcoming and friendly. The town is currently a notable textile center, leading to wax-dyed batik cloth and famous for its performing arts and related academies. Tourist information in Solo is accessible at the tourist office around the bustling Jalan Slamet Riyadi. In contrast, additional desks stand inside the bus and railway stations.
SOLO TOURIST INFORMATION AND TOURISM: TOP SIGHTS
Many tourists choose to take a guided tour of the city when they arrive in Solo, which comprises several unique trips and is generally bookable through most hotels. Suppose you’re staying in Solo within a family. In that case, the Sriwedari Amusement Park will likely feature in your itinerary of things to do. This popular theme park has rides, sideshow stalls, Indonesian ‘wayang’ puppetry, and assorted entertainment quickly. The Jurug Zoo (Taru Jurug Animal Park) can be worth exploring if you have kids with you or merely fancy riding a camel.
Even the Jalan Slamet Riyadi functions as a vital and active central thoroughfare at Solo also is now lined with hotels, restaurants, and places to visit. Many of the city’s many prominent landmarks are generally situated nearby. Like the splendid 18th-century palace around the Jalan Sasonomulyo, that goes by the title of their Kraton Surakarta (Kraton Kasunanan) and can be an incredible sight to behold. Tourists searching for the most remarkable buildings in Solo might like to check out the Puri Mangkunegaran pavilion, the Great Mosque of Surakarta (Mesjid Agung) Sahasra Adhi Pura Temple. More information about Solo Landmarks and Monuments.
Providing visitors with info regarding the town’s heritage, Solo’s museums are rather sensible and varied. The Batik Danar Hadi is an excellent spot to come and learn more about Solo’s traditional hand-waxing and dying methods. It is used to create elaborately decorated fabrics for literally centuries. Many of which are still sold today in the city’s massive textiles market, which remains the largest on Java. For important royal treasures and heirlooms, the Sasono Sewoko Museum within the Kraton is a fascinating cultural attraction. Simultaneously, the Radya Pustaka Museum is very different and specializes in traditional antiquities and items, such as the ‘gamelan’ musical instruments, created out of bamboo. More Info about Solo Museums and Solo Art Galleries.
There is a lot to explore within Central Java, and Solo enjoys a convenient setting for some unforgettable trips. Tourists holidaying in Solo will have the ability to take day trips into Borobudur’s spectacular temples (Buddhist) and Prambanan (Hindu). Climb into the top of Mount Lawu (Gunung Lawu) in Candi Ceto and sightsee in Semarang and Yogyakarta’s northwestern towns. Also close by is the fanciest royal burial mountain of Mangadeg, the archaeological site at Sangiran, the sleepy city of Sarangan, and the hill resort of Tawangmangu. More information about Solo Attractions Nearby.
MORE SOLO INFORMATION
Status: city
Country: Indonesia / Island of Java
Location: Central Java (east), near Yogyakarta
Area: approximately 17 square km / 44 square kilometers
Population: approximately 600,000
Language: Indonesian
Time zone: UTC +7 to +9
Country dialing code: +62
Telephone area code: 0271
Average daily Solo January fever: 30°C / 86°F
Typical daily Solo July fever: 31°C / 88°F
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