Parangtritis: The throne of the ruler southern ocean

History   

          History Parangtritis name can be fairly interesting. That said, there is a fugitive from the kingdom of Majapahit named Dipokusumo who do meditation in the region. While I was meditating, he saw water dripping (Tumaritis) from the crevices of the rock (machete). Then he gave the name of the area Parangtritis which means water that dripped from the rock.

         Parangtritis believed to be a manifestation of the triune unity consisting of Mount Merapi, Yogyakarta palace, and Parangtritis itself. Local people believe Parangtritis is part of the South Queen's dominions or known by the name of Nyai Roro Kidul. According to them, Nyai Roro Kidul love the color green, so tourists visiting the Parangtritis advised not to wear green clothes. In addition to the story loaded with mystery Nyai Roro Kidul, Parangtritis also narrated as a meeting place with Sunan Kalijaga Panembahan Senopati shortly after Panembahan Senopati completed a hermitage. As well as a place of recreation, Parangtritis also a sacred place. Many visitors who come to meditate.This beach is one place to perform the ceremony Labuhan of Jogjakarta Palace.Parangtritis become a major destination for tourists, especially on New Year's Eve Java (1 Muharram / ​​Suro).

Feature

        Parangtritis is a gently sloping beach and stunning combined with rocky hills, sand dunes, the sand is black.Parangtritis beautiful has many interesting phenomena, both natural scenery and supernatural stories. Parangtritis waves always carry wood and bamboo to the ground which may have originated from another nearby beach. Some wood was taken and carried by local residents for later use in their own homes. Parangtritis is also a tourist area that is perfect for enjoying the sunset (sunset) is very romantic.

     The complex which includes the tourist area Parangtritis include: Parangtritis, Beach Parangkusumo, Depok Beach, Highlands Gembirowati, Petilasan Parangkusumo, Baths Parangwedang, Tomb of Sheikh Maulana Maghreb, Sheikh Bela Belu Cemetery, Tomb of Ki Ageng Selohening, Fish Auction Place (TPI) Depok , and Gumuk Sand (barchan). In Parangkusumo there are pools of hot water bath (sulfur), which is believed to cure various diseases in.This pool is discovered and nurtured by the Sultan Hamengkubuwono VII. The existence of complex craft shells, International standard hotels (Queen of the South), as well as paragliding rental, buggy tours, horse and motorcycle ATV (All-terrain Vechile), also the sellers of roasted corn and other snacks, traditional snacks in Parangtritis participate embellish tourism this region.

        You can also slightly up to a small hill located on the north side Parangtritis. There are many small shops that offer stunning views of the beach from the top of the hill. While enjoying a mild coconut and typical snacks, you can feel the wind blowing hard beach while watching the scenery along the lines Parangtritis seen all over the top of the hill. If you want a more challenging terrain, you can also mengungjungi Parangndog Hill, located on the east coast Parangtritis, on the border between the districts of Bantul and Gunungkidul. In this Parangndog Hill, there is a place devoted to sports paragliding and hang gliding. To reach the region's terrain is quite heavy and challenging, but when he got up, all will be paid off with great ocean views without any limits and unobstructed, suitable as a place to wait for sunset.In addition, you also will be greeted by a simple shop with a friendly greeting penunggunya mother. There is also a motorcycle and car parking. By walking up to the top among the limestone rocks, you will reach a place that used to take off hang gliding.

Location and Facilities

        Parangtritis tourist area located in the Village Parangtritis, District Kretek, Bantul regency, Yogyakarta, about 27 km south of Yogyakarta city with a relatively flat road so it is easy to achieve. From the city of Yogyakarta, there are two paths that can be traversed to reach this region. The first path is a straight line Jogjakarta - Parangtritis Road - Clove - Parangtritis. This pathway is the main route used by tourists and society in general. The second path is the path Jogjakarta - Imogiri - Siluk - Parangtritis. These pathways are further promising scenery but also much more beautiful and amazing. All the way up and down the hill (do not worry because the course is wide and paved smooth) your eyes will be pampered with a wide verdant rice fields, beautiful rivers, and a row of karst hills. From the top of the hill, you will be able to see spectacular trees of verdant hills beneath. Guaranteed air is cool and fresh, especially if you go in the morning or late afternoon. In addition you will also pass the location of the Tomb Kings Imogiri.

       Facilities in the tourist area is already quite complete. In the vicinity of the coast, there are a lot of hotels and inns with a variety of price ranges, including hotels and inns located on a hill that offers views of the beach is very beautiful.Around the beach area, you can also find an assortment of souvenir shops and souvenirs typical of Yogyakarta (Bantul), grocery stores, and food stalls. Especially with regard to food, you should not miss the culinary tourism in Depok Beach that provide fish and other fresh seafood, directly bought and cooked on the spot, with a choice of cuisine is very delicious flavor. You can buy various types of fish, shrimp, squid, or crab at the Fish Auction Place (TPI) Depok and hiring cook (which also provides a place to eat lesehan, rice, chili sauce, fresh vegetables, and various types of beverages including fresh young coconut) in the stalls that lined the Depok Beach. Eating fresh seafood and fresh from the kitchen accompanied by a young coconut while watching the ocean view is truly an unforgettable experience. And do not worry about the price, because the price of fresh seafood and steady in Depok Beach is relatively cheap and affordable. At the Depok Beach there is also a traditional market that sells a wide range of typical beach snacks, such as fried fish, fried-retreat retreat, dent fish, and so on. Also available here salad (fresh fruits with spicy sweet flavor) with a very affordable price.

       Parangtritis tourist area also provides ample parking space and rental bathroom. While at the beach you can hire a buggy (buggy), ATVs motorcycles, horses, and paragliding are very challenging adrenaline. Take pictures in the sand dunes make you as if he were take pictures in the desert in Africa, it's no wonder this place is often used for photographs prewedding. You are advised not to swim too deep, because the waves Parangtritis quite dangerous. Entrance Parangtritis tourist area (covering the entire complex) is Rp3000, - per person plus the insurance fee of Rp. 250, - per person. While the levy for motorcycle is Rp. 500, -, car Rp. 1000, -, and tourist buses Rp. 2000, -. To rent a horse or a buggy, you can pay Rp. 20.000, - for one round of back and forth, and to hire a car ATV tariff is around Rp. 50.000, - to Rp. 100.000, - per half hour.