Dataran Tinggi Dieng Travel Guide
The Dieng Plateau is an upland volcanic plain in Central Java, famous for its scenery and ancient Hindu temples. The Dieng Plateau is a caldera complex formed by the ancient eruption of Mount Prau. The caldera was once filled with water and dried up over time. Volcanic activity continues to this day, with sulphuric fumes and poisonous lakes. At an altitude of 2,000 m (6,600 ft), it's much cooler than the surrounding lowlands.
Current Conditions in Dataran Tinggi Dieng
What to See in Dataran Tinggi Dieng
- Candi Arjuna
- Candi Bima
- Candi Gatotkaca
- Candi Puntadewa
- Candi Semar
Practical Tips
The only way to get in is overland. The main gateway to the plateau, Wonosobo, can be reached by public bus from Yogyakarta, changing in Magelang. Yogyakarta to Magelang costs Rp15,000. In Magelang, take another bus to Wonosobo. Magelang to Wonosobo takes two A minibus from Wonosobo to the temples costs Rp20,000 and takes an hour.
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