Keraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat (Palace of Yogyakarta)
Famous for many sets of gamelan music instruments, antiques, and heirlooms, Keraton Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat or the Palace of Yogyakarta is the most interesting tourist attractions in Yogyakarta to explore about Javanese culture as well as the royal lifestyle. Here you see the life-size diorama of wedding ceremonies on the palace meeting hall, performed by puppets, and marvel at splendid buildings that well represent traditional Javanese architecture. The palace is now the dwelling place of Sultan HamengkuBuwono X and the family. And in the palace compound, there is also a great museum where you can find royal artifacts, memorabilia and significant items for special ceremonies.