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| The island of Java has over 30 volcanoes, most of them active. I took this picture from the air. Thank you, Garuda. |
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| Yogyakarta (or Yogya) |
| In central Java, Yogya is the island's cultural heart. It's leader is a Sultan, who is also the regional Governor. |
| The Sultan lives in his dynasty's palace, the Kraton, which is open to the public |
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| Sultan Hamengkubuwono X |
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| The Sultan is a Moslem ruler who must also respect traditional Javanese mystic spiritual beliefs. Thus, the Kraton Palace has many protectors & guardians. |
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| Golden ceiling in the Kraton museum honoring the Sultan's father, who was extremely popular for opposing both the Japanese occupation during World War II and Dutch colonialism. |
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| Watch the Intrepid Berkeley Explorer's Bali and Java Video, if you have a high speed connection, by clicking on AdventurePics.com . |