Magelang

Located in Central Java about 29 miles (47 kilometers) north of Yogyakarta, the town of Magelang is the closest major town to the UNESCO-listed ancient Buddhist temples of Borobudur. Due to its proximity to the temple, many visitors stop for a night or two in the town to catch the sunrise at Borobudur 7 miles (12 kilometers) away.
Apart from the famous temple, Magelang also serves as a convenient base for explorations of Mount Merapi National Park, home of one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes as well as the beautiful Kedung Kayang Waterfall, and Ketep Pass, where travelers find spectacular views of both Mount Merapi and Mount Merbabu.
Back in town, Magelang is most famous for getuk, a sweet local specialty made with cassava, sugar and grated coconut.

Practical Info

Visitors can reach Mageland by either bus or taxi from Yogyakarta.