Parangtritis Beach

Parangtritis beach Yogyakarta is a destination for lovers of nautical tourism in Yogyakarta. Dazzling natural appeal makes this one place that never deserted by tourists every day.

Blend the beauty of nautical charm charming sunset and sunrise makes Parangtritis as one of the famous tourist destinations in Yogyakarta. Among connoisseurs of travel, both domestic and foreign, Parangtritis destinations included in the list of the top choices when explore various tourist attractions in Yogyakarta.

 

As already known, the city of Yogyakarta store a variety of interesting attractions, such as Prambanan, Malioboro, Baron Beach, Goa Pindul, Kaliurang, and some other exotic spots in the area of Gunung Jogja.

Beautiful panorama in Parangtritis Yogyakarta was ideal for those who want to spend the holidays with family, friends, or lovers. The waves were as rhythmic sweeping the vast expanse of sand that looks black is the distinctive character of the natural sea. Coupled with gusts of breeze thus creating cool weather typical beach that makes you feel comfortable to linger there.

Address Parangtritis: Jl. Parangtritis Km. 28, Yogyakarta
GPS Coordinates: -8.0249167,110.3325556 

The Story Behind Parangtritis Yogyakarta

Is Dipokusumo, a fugitive from the kingdom of Majapahit, who first discovered the beach Prangtritis Yogyakarta which today has become one of the popular tourist attractions in the world. Dipokusumo supposedly doing meditation and "being alone" at this beach area. At the time of the ritual, he saw drops of water or that in the ancient times referred to as Tumaritis, from the crack rock or also called Parang.

So then, the two words are combined into meaningful Parangtritis "Drops of water from a crack rock".  

Yogyakarta Parangtritis beach is not only saving potential of natural beauty that is attractive, but supposedly also referred to as a symbol of strength Trimurti of Yogyakarta itself. The existence of Parangtritis equip 2 other Trimurti in Yogyakarta, the Sultanate of Yogyakarta and Mount Merapi.

The concept of Trimurti strength can be described as having the beach The force of the water, the Mount Merapi which stores the power of fire, and the Sultanate of Yogyakarta which has a role as a counterweight to the power of water and fire. If drawn a straight line, then the location of Parangtritis, Mount Merapi, and the Sultanate of Yogyakarta each stood aligned in the same line from the north to the south of Yogyakarta.

Magical and supernatural elements Parangtritis Yogyakarta more viscous in the middle of the life of local communities with the local belief that says that Parangtritis is the gate of the palace to the Kingdom of the South Sea controlled Kanjeng Queen Nyi Roro Kidul.

According to the story develops, Nyi Roro Kidul really like the color green. It is why tourists visiting the tourist area of Parangtritis advised not to use clothes or attribute that is dominated by the color green to avoid the bad things that can happen.

Interesting things Parangtritis Yogyakarta

Beautiful beach which is about 30 kilometers from the heart of Jogjakarta is presenting you a variety of fun activities, such as around the coast on foot or horseback. If you walk, you can enjoy a vast expanse of sand interspersed with occasional waves sweep step footprints along the beach.    

If you want a different experience, you can hire a buggy to get around along the beach while enjoying the cool breeze blowing breeze. In addition to horses, there are also unique services wheeled ATV or the motor 4 can be used to down the beach until you are satisfied.

Not only the panoramic beauty of the beach, the photography enthusiasts often do hunting on the beach Parangtritis Yogyakarta. Generally, the beach is always crowded when the visitor will enter the twilight. Most tourists prepare each camera to capture the moment when the most beautiful sunset in Parangtritis.

If you feel thirsty or hungry, try to enjoy roasted corn and coconut ice are sold along the seashore. You will easily find it there.  

In addition, playing kites are also other fun activities to spend time relaxing. Vast stretches of sand in Parangtritis plus the wind that blows the quiet beach is perfect for those who love flying kites. Not infrequently in this Parangtritis Beach kite festival held regional and national scale that followed the participants, both local, domestic tourists, up to foreign tourists.Janga forget to buy one or several unique souvenirs Prangtritis Beach Jogja. There are souvenir shops with various trinkets and miniature objects that symbolize the cultural character of Yogyakarta.In Yogyakarta Parangtritis beach, you can watch the ritual with a strong spiritual feel of the so-called Labuhan. In this Labuhan, usually characterized by activity offerings float out to sea. It is said that this ritual is believed to bring blessings, safety, and tranquility for locals and those who witnessed the ritual offerings float.

Hotels in Parangtritis Yogyakarta

There are a number of hotels near Parangtritis, as well as lodging in the form of villas and resorts. Some hotels in the beach The popular and other lodging, whom D'Omah Boutique Hotel Yogyakarta, Queen of The South Beach Resort, Villa Alcheringa, and Ros In.

You can search for hotel or inn near Parangtritis online to ensure room availability.  

Travel route to Parangtritis

Location Parangtritis Yogyakarta is located as far as 30 kilometers from the city center. To get to the beach location, you can use private vehicles or public transport. If you want to use public transport, you can take the bus from the Bus Terminal Yogyakarta route Yogyakarta - Parangtritis and this trip will take the travel time of no more than 1.5 hours.