The Sultanate of Yogyakarta and the Sultanate of Solo or Suryakarta ruled Indonesia for decades. Yogyakarta is more renowned of the two, and tourists are interested in Yogyakarta and its attraction. In the voyage, Solo is mostly ignored, a prime reason for this; Solo is more famous for business than tourism. But there are many hidden gems in this area to be explored with a bit of patience and perseverance. Solo is famous for weaving batik cloth, this cloth is processed painstakingly, which many are unaware. Klewer market is a perfect place if you are seeking quality batik clothes.

Pasar Triwinduis situated at the centre of the city, it is a famous flea market for antique showpieces. With authentic products, many fake pieces are sold, so buy the products from reliable shops. The complex is neat and tidy; when you walk through the alleys, you may feel strolling through a museum. You can spend a leisurely afternoon watching the display windows of the shops.

Kasunanan Surakarta Palace

This palace is the royal residence of Sunan, the emperor of Surakarta. The architecture of the building is a fusion of European and Javanese design. The architecture evokes some Javanese beliefs; seven is considered auspicious, so there are there seven porticos and patios in the compound. The building is in depleted condition due to lack of maintenance.  

Prambanan Temples

This is a UNESCO world heritage site, the compound compromise of ruins of 244 temples. The temples were built 9th century and biggest Hindu sites in Indonesia. In the courtyard, there are eight large and eight minor temples in a raised platform. The most impressive feature of this site is a 154 feet high temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Incidents from the epic Ramayana are carved on the walls and galleries of the temple. To witness the grandeur of this complex, you need to spend a day over here. 

This place was abandoned as the Hindu rulers moved to East Java. In the 16th century, a massive earthquake devastated many temples; the situation was aggravated by treasure hunters and local people seeking building materials. From 1937 restoration work was on progress, and in 1991 it was declared as a world heritage site.

Hotels

Most hotels in Solo are situated in the heart of the city, with an outdoor swimming pool, rooftop bar and luxury spa. The hotels are equipped with modern facilities; the staffs are polite and friendly. You will find fitness centers and a free parking space in most hotels. The rooms are clean, airy, and laundry is done every day, and the complimentary buffet breakfast is ample and delicious.

Indonesia offers the relaxing vacation to adventure sports. The archipelago of 17,000 islands is the home of various activities, fun and within budget. The country is bejeweled with white sand beaches and volcanic mountains, with mystical temples to pulsating night life. Your stay in this beautiful country will be memorable; you would not have a disappointing moment. The vastness in the diversity of culture and geography will mesmerize you. You will experience some exotic, breathtaking, unforgettable moments.