Shop till You Drop in Malioboro

Malioboro is the most famous street in Yogyakarta. Located in the heart of the city, this is the main street and was once the ceremonial road for the Sultan to pass on his way to and from the Keraton. Some say that the name Malioboro comes from the name of the British governor Marlborough from the time when the British ruled the archipelago, between 1811-1816. Malioboro is filled with shops selling antiques, and street vendors offering affordable souvenirs, so you're sure to find something interesting on this street. If you are looking for batik to take home as a souvenir, then Malioboro is the right place for you. Batik can also be made into bags, tablecloths, bed sheets, pillowcases, curtains, and much more. Across the street is the Vredenburg fort, which was once a Dutch army barracks and is now a center for art and painting exhibitions. On the same side of the road is Beringharjo market, Yogyakarta's bustling main market. On this street, you will also find the oldest hotel in Yogyakarta, Hotel Garuda, which was built with Dutch colonial architecture. At night, the street comes alive with vendors opening tents serving all kinds of local cuisine. You have to sit cross-legged in a tent, which the locals call "lesehan". Enjoy your meal while enjoying the lively Malioboro nightlife. It is an experience you will not forget. #bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#culturalattractions