Things to do in and around Surakarta
Surakarta, a vibrant city in Central Java, offers a rich cultural experience, ideal for family vacations. Visitors can explore educational attractions and enjoy a variety of shopping options, including bustling shopping centres. Additionally, spa enthusiasts will find numerous wellness retreats to relax and rejuvenate. This blend of activities makes Surakarta a delightful destination for those seeking both leisure and cultural immersion.
Shopping
In Surakarta, visit Solo Paragon Lifestyle Mall for a vibrant shopping experience with entertainment and family vibes. Don’t miss the bustling Klewer Market for local goods. If you're up for a drive, check out Solo Square, which offers a lively atmosphere with various shopping options.
Recreation
Experience the Merapi Golf Course, where you can enjoy a round of golf amidst stunning outdoor scenery. For a cultural treat, watch the enchanting Ramayana Ballet, showcasing traditional dance and romance. Lastly, visit Maguwoharjo Stadium for thrilling sports events, immersing yourself in the local sports atmosphere.
Adventure
Experience the outdoor vibes at Nakamura Klinik, where you can immerse yourself in nature and partake in various outdoor activities. For a splash of excitement, head to Jogja Bay, a thrilling waterpark located 48.3km from Surakarta, perfect for family fun and adventure.
Nightlife
Experience the vibrant nightlife in Surakarta by visiting the trendy Café Taman. Enjoy an array of local delicacies while soaking in live music. For a lively atmosphere, head to The Legend Bar, where you can sip on cocktails and mingle with friendly locals.
*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.
![At the museum no photos are allowed which is really unfortunate as it was well worth the visit and the guided tour is definitely not to be missed. In the museum there are even Batik made from the Dutch era which depicts stories like Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White!
I enjoyed the tour v much and at the end of the tour we were brought to this room where the artisan were working on hand drawn batik.
Below is an excerpt from Wikipedia for anyone interested in learning more about the process of batik making.
Firstly, a cloth is washed, soaked and beaten with a large mallet. Patterns are drawn with pencil and later redrawn using hot wax, usually made from a mixture of paraffin or bees wax, sometimes mixed with plant resins, which functions as a dye-resist. The wax can be applied with a variety of tools. A pen-like instrument called a canting (IPA: [tʃantiŋ], sometimes spelled with old Dutch orthography tjanting) is the most common. A canting is made from a small copper reservoir with a spout on a wooden handle. The reservoir holds the resist which flows through the spout, creating dots and lines as it moves. For larger patterns, a stiff brush may be used. Alternatively, a copper block stamp called a cap (IPA: [tʃap]; old spelling tjap) is used to cover large areas more efficiently.
After the cloth is dry, the resist is removed by scraping or boiling the cloth. The areas treated with resist keep their original color; when the resist is removed the contrast between the dyed and undyed areas forms the pattern. This process is repeated as many times as the number of colors desired.
The most traditional type of batik, called batik tulis (written batik), is drawn using only the canting. The cloth need to be drawn on both sides and dipped in a dye bath three to four times. The whole process may take up to a year; it yields considerably finer patterns than stamped batik.
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