Elegant classical culture

Solo, formally known as Surakarta, is home for many traditional and heritage sites as well as many cultural and historic places. Located 65 km northeast from its sister city Yogyakarta, Solo fiercely proud of its Javanese traditions. Lying across in fertile plain terrain along the longest river in Java, River of Solo, Solo remains a distinctly Central Javanese with an elegance all that the city owned.

Solo also known for its two royal houses with centuries of power and influence over the city. There are many royal festivals and ceremonies still held with great affectation until today. From classical royal dance, wayang puppetry through to hand-crafted classical elegance cloth (known as "batik"), Solo remains a city that prides itself on its artistic traditions of elegance and refinement Javanese culture. From the evening throughout the whole night everyone can always find something to eat or buy, make Solo called for the city that never sleeps.

Only at solo, you can feels like really live in old royal java traditions. the classical royal tradition in solo seems impervious to outside influence and less self conscious. It is why Solo known as a city that has a strong upholder Javanese culture. The history and culture of this classical royal Javanese has such depth that it is an endless fascination. In Solo you can have a chance to connect with and take in the sights and sounds of ancient Javanese culture. if you interested in old, Javanese culture and art there is no reason to miss Solo for your adventure holidays with backpacking in Indonesia.