Tracing The Kingdom of East Java’s History

Tracing The Kingdom of East Java’s History
(Between 13th – 15th Century)

Malang, a city known for its colonial building heritage, also inherit many archaeological relics that strongly reflect Indonesian culture.
Enrich your knowledge by tracing the ancient history to the KIDAL TEMPLE known as the burial shrine of King Singhasari II, Anusapati, who died in 1248. JAGO (JAJAGHU) TEMPLE as one of the places visited by King Hayam Wuruk from Majapahit in 1359 which was built originally as a mortuary shrine for King Wisnuwardhana who was Buddhist. Last but not least, the SINGOSARI TEMPLE that also known as Kendedes Temple. It was founded in honour of King Kertanegara, the last King of the Singosari Dynasty, who died in 1292 AD. In the vicinity of the temple there are two gigantic statues called Dwarapala , believed to be the entrance guards to the royal palace at that time. Another Big Stupa, located of 6 km away to the northwest from Singosari temple, is called Sumberawan Stupa ; it has the most various ornaments than any other temples built at the end of the 14th century.
Down to Blitar Region to explore the PENATARAN TEMPLE , the biggest Hindu temple complex, which occupies a special position among all temples to be found in East Java. Ancient History Experience:

The Package
• 3 nights retreat at the room of your choices
• Return airport transfer with butler service at the airport
• Welcome health cocktails of your choice
• Welcome neck and shoulder massage at Apsara Spa
• A special private dinner at the Oei Tiong Ham room – the Sugar Baron Room filled with beautiful artworks from Han to Ching dynasties
• Daily lavish breakfast set where you wish
• First day excursion to the Ancient Temples and stop at the antique shops around Malang
• Another day excursion to the small town of Blitar and visit Candi Penataran, the most important archaeological remains from the Majapahit period, with lazy lunch at the colonial heritage building of Hotel Tugu Blitar before returning to Hotel Tugu Malang
• A relaxing evening at 3 hour signature Apsara spa therapy at the Apsara Spa (listed as world’s best of best)
• Authentic traditional High Tea ritual with homemade cakes every afternoon

Package Rate

Package rate is valid from immediately until Dec 2019