The Legendary Parangtritis Beach on Jogjakarta

Parangtritis tourist area located in Parangtritis Subdistrict, Kretek, Bantul, Yogyakarta, about 27 km south of Yogyakarta city with a relatively flat road so it is very easy to achieve. From the city of Yogyakarta, there are two paths that can be traversed to reach this region. The first path is a straight line Jogjakarta - Road Parangtritis - Kretek - Parangtritis. This pathway is the main route commonly used by tourists and society at large. The second path is the path Jogjakarta - Imogiri - Siluk - Parangtritis. This path is more promising natural scenery but also far more beautiful and stunning. Throughout the trip up and down the hill (do not worry because the road is wide and smooth asphalt) your eyes will be spoiled with a vast verdant paddy fields, beautiful flowing river, and a row of karst hills. From the top of the hill, you will be able to see the sights of verdant trees of the hills below. The air was very cool and fresh guaranteed, especially if you go during the morning or afternoon. In addition you will also pass the location of the Tomb of the Kings Imogiri.



What can we see in Parangtritis


Parangtritis is an enchanting sloping beach and combined with rocky hills, dunes, the sand is black. Parangtritis beautiful has many interesting phenomena, both natural scenery and supernatural story. Parangtritis waves always bring wood and bamboo to the ground that may have come from other nearby beaches. Some of the wood was taken and brought by locals to then use in their own homes. Parangtritis is also a tourist area that is perfect for enjoying the sunset (sunset) is very romantic.

Complex that includes the tourist area Parangtritis include: Parangtritis, Parangkusumo, Depok Beach, Highlands Gembirowati, Petilasan Parangkusumo, Baths Parangwedang, Tomb of Sheikh Maulana Maghreb, Tomb of Sheikh Bela Belu, Tomb Ki Ageng Selohening, Fish Auction Place (TPI) Depok , and sand dunes (barchan). In the pond there Parangkusumo thermal baths (sulfur), which is believed to cure various diseases in. Swimming is discovered and maintained by the lane VII. The existence of complex shell crafts, international standard hotels (Queen of South), as well as paragliding rental, tour gig, horses, and motorcycles ATV (All-terrain Vechile), also the seller of roasted corn and other snacks-traditional snacks in Parangtritis graced tourism this region.



You can also up slightly to a small hill located on the north side Parangtritis. There are many available small stalls that offer stunning views of the beach from the top of the hill. While enjoying a coconut and a typical light snack, you can feel the sea breeze blows while watching the scenery along the lines Parangtritis seen all of the top of the hill.

If you want a more challenging terrain, you can also visit Parangndog Hill, which is located east Parangtritis, on the border between the districts of Bantul and Gunungkidul. Parangndog Hill, there is a place devoted to the sport of paragliding and hang gliding. To reach the area the terrain is quite heavy and challenging, but when he got on top, all will pay off with a view of the ocean without any limits and unimpaired, suitable as a place to wait for sunset. In addition, you will also be greeted by a simple shop with a friendly greeting from mother. There is also  places for  motorcycle and  car park. By walking up to the top among the limestone rocks, you will reach a place that used to take off hang gliding.



Facilities in the tourist region is quite complete. Around the beach, there are many hotels and inns with various price ranges, including hotel and inn located on a hill that offers a very beautiful view of the beach. Around the beach area, you can also find an assortment of souvenir shops and souvenirs typical of Yogyakarta (Bantul), grocery stores, and food stalls. Especially with regard to food, you should not miss the culinary tourism in Depok Beach which provides fresh fish and other seafood, immediately purchased and cooked on the premises, with a selection of very tasty seasoning. You can buy various types of fish, shrimp, squid, or crab in Fish Auction Place (TPI) Depok and hiring cook (which also provides a place to eat sitting on the floor, rice, chili, vegetables, and a variety of drinks including fresh young coconut) in the stalls that lined the beach Depok.

Eating fresh seafood and fresh from the kitchen accompanied by a young coconut while watching the ocean view is truly an unforgettable experience. And do not worry about the price, because the price of fresh seafood and steady at Depok Beach is relatively inexpensive and affordable. Depok Beach there is also a traditional market that sells a wide range of typical beach snacks, such as fried fish, fried gratus, dent fish, and so on. Also available here salad (fresh fruit with a sweet spicy flavor) with a very affordable price.

Parangtritis tourist area also provides ample parking space and a bathroom rental. While on the beach you can rent carts (horse carriage), ATV motorcycles, horses, and paragliding are very challenging adrenaline. Take pictures in the sand dunes make you as if he were taking pictures in the desert in Africa, it's no wonder the place is often used for pre wedding photos. You are advised not to swim too deep, because the waves Parangtritis quite dangerous.

Admission Parangtritis tourist area (covering the entire complex) is Rp. 3000, - per person plus insurance fee of Rp. 250, - per person. While retribution for motorcycle is Rp. 500, -, Rp car. 1000, -, and tour buses Rp. 2000 -. To rent a horse or buggy, you can pay Rp. 20.000, - for one round of back and forth, and to hire a car ATV tariff is about Rp. 50.000, - to Rp. 100.000, - per half hour.

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