Museums in Yogyakarta

There are innumerable museums in Yogyakarta that reflect the tradition, art and culture of the people. Some of the most important ones are the

Central Museum, Yogyakarta

The Central Museum is a must visit spot for all those who are on the tour of this land. It is reputedly one of the best museums in the whole of South East Asia. The Central Museum, Yogyakarta was established in 1788 and till today it is said to possess the most complete set of Indonesian artifacts in the world.

The collection is huge that it is rival to even the Leiden Museum that is said to be the best in the world. The Central Museum has the best collection of Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese export ceramics, Tang, Han and Ming porcelain. The numismatic collection of this museum is all inclusive of the rare specimens of the special type of cloth money that was used in various parts of the land of Indonesia.

Sonobudoyo Museum, Yogyakarta

The Museum Sonobudoyo, Yogyakarta is a Javanese style that is located in the North Square. It was built by the Java Institute and the museum is famous for the rich and fascinating collections of the Javanese artistic heritage. It includes displays of the various old books, the arts, literature, the batik, wayang, keris, masks, and some statues.

Museum Dirgantara, Yogyakarta

The Indonesian Air force has an excellent museum that is known as the Museum Dirgantara Mandala or just the Museum Dirgantara, Yogyakarta. This museum is indeed a good one. But who ever visits Yogyakarta should visit this museum as it really promises to be an enlightening experience.

Museum Kekayon, Yogyakarta

The Museum Kekayon, Yogyakarta describes the entire history of the Indonesian nation and also the puppet history. It was founded by Soedjono Prawirohadikusumo by 23rd July 1990. the museum deals with the various phases of Indonesian history and how the country has emerged from these ages past.