Next Stay - Tropical Life

Upon arrival at Yogyakarta airport, my Aman experience started. I was to stay at the Amanjiwo resort and was met by the Aman representative, Pak Didit, who introduced himself and ushered me to wait in the comfort of the airport lounge while he went off to collect my luggage. Our first stop was the Unesco World Heritage Site of Prambanan, a Hindu Temple complex which sits in a compound to the North East of the city of Yogyakarta in Central Java and as we left the airport he told me some of its history. Built in the 9th century, this is a Hindu temple dedicated to the Trimurti, the expression of God as the Creator (Brahma), the Preserver (Vishnu) and the Destroyer (Shiva) and each of these three heavenly roles is represented by one of the three largest buildings in the Temple comp...

Surrounding the villa is a peaceful lush tropical garden, a 12-metre swimming pool complete with a shallow end for the children, water fountains, a sun deck and loungers and deep well-furnished verandas that lead into airy rooms. Indoors, guests will find air-conditioned living spaces furnished with large soft-cushioned sofas paired with a tasteful collection of artwork and antiques collected over the years. The four large bedrooms are spacious, stylishly decorated and lavishly furnished, each with its own adjoining exotic ensuite bathroom. The Baganding Villa’s team of welcoming staff are professionally trained and include a manager, housemaids, security guard and a personal chef who prepares a wide variety of delicious meals. THE BAGANDING VILLA For a more laid back break, you...

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