Considered the soul of Java, Yogyakarta – commonly known as Yogya – is the flourishing, exciting capital of the Yogyakarta Special Region in Indonesia’s Java Province. This massive urban centre, with a population of well over a million, skillfully maintains its rich cultural heritage while embracing modernity, boasting an impressive wealth of stunning heritage attractions too long to list as well as plenty of hip locations. The Ullen Sentalu and Affandi museums are not to be missed, and a visit to the science park or zoo will keep the kids happy, while top-notch bars, clubs, impressive galleries and vibrant street art attract a young crowd. Besides all of the wonders Yogya itself has to offer, the city is ideally situated near some of the country’s most important archeological sites – namely Borobudur and Prambanan.