Ratu Boko Palace

The history of Ratu Boko is unclear, and much of what is understood about the site comes from inscriptions and even folklore. The oldest inscription found on the site is believed to date back to 792AD, naming the site Abhayagiri Wihara.

archaeologists to believe that the ruler of the Saliendra Dynasty between 760-780, Rakai Panangkaran, built Ratu Boko after he resigned from his leadership. It is said that he resigned because he wanted to find spiritual peace and concentrate on religious matters.Abhayagiri Wihara means ‘peaceful Buddhist monastery’. the site chosen has fairly spectacular views. the name of the site changed to Walaing Kraton, Kraton being  palace in the local language, in an inscription known as the Mandyasih   inscription.. this change of name was made by Rakai Walaing pu  Kumbhayoni who is recognised as a king, and ruled from 856-863AD.  during the 17th Century, a dutch man H.J.DeGraff noted that europeans  coming to Indonesia had reported a heritage site, and referred to it  being the palace of Prabu Boko, a king who came originally from Bali.  this is the Prabu Boko of the Roro Djonggrang folklore. A mix of Buddhist  and Hindu structures are found on the complex, including the Buddhist  Dyani Budha, Stupika, Terakota Tablet, and a gold and silver plaque  with a Buddhist inscription. three small Hindu temples, as well as Yoni,  a Durga statue, a Ganesha statue and a plaque with an inscription  to Rudra, the other name for the god Siwa. EVENT ~(˘▾˘)~ 1. Sumunaring Abhyagiri   Hundreds of performers tell the tale of the adventures of two princely   brothers, and their interactions with the local Boko community. the innate Javanese wisdom of the elders shines throughout, and the concept  understanding one’s natural place in the world is explored. Developed in conjunction with the State University of Yogyakarta’s  department of dance, this is a truly modern,and youthful spectacular.  it maintains the traditional values of Javanese dance, including  expressing moral principles as a way of education. Ticket prices are as follows: Platinum Class Seating     IDR 500.000 Gold Class Seating           IDR 400.000 Silver Class Seating         IDR 300.000 Festival Class Seating      IDR 200.000