The Grave of Amangkurat I - Tegal Regency
Sunan Amangkurat I was the son of Sultan Agung, the King of Mataram. Under his power, Mataram faced a lot of rebellions as his close fellowship, with VOC. The biggest rebellion during his era was Trunojoyo's rebellion insisted him escape to Batavia in order to get a hand from VOC. In the middle of escaping, he felt sick and then passed away in Tegal. His grave is called "Makam Tegal Arum" which located in Demak Duwur Village, Adiwerna.
The Grave Ki Ageng Pandanaran – Klaten Regency
The Grave of Ki Ageng Pandanaran is located at Paseban Village. Bayat District that lies about 14 km from Klaten. According to the history Ki Ageng Pandanaran was the first Regent in Semarang who governed since May 2nd 1574 AD. Now the coronation of Ki Ageng Pandanaran as the Regent of Semarang has become the milestone of history as the birth date Semarang City, which is celebrated every 2nd of May.
The Grave Ki Ageng Gribig - Jati Anom Klaten
The Grave of Ki Ageng Gribig is located at Jatianom about 10 km from Klaten Regency or 20 km Boyolali Regency. He was a riest whose respected. He was interested to moslem and than he changed his name Ki Ageng Gribig.
He have a long journey to Mekah City and brought rice fritter for gave to person surrounding. Tradition of to give rice fritter do up till now which well known of Yoqowiyu.
The Grave Prince Samodra - Sragen Regency
Prince Samodra was not only known as anstrocat from Demak Kingdom but he was also known as Prince Jodog. His grave is in Kedung Ombo reservoir complex, located on a hill known as mount Kemukus in Pendem Village, Sumber Lawang District, Sragen Regency, through the route Sragen - Masaran - Kalijambe - Gemolong - Gunung Kemukus. In this complex, the visitors could visit the grave couple of Pangeran Samodra and RH. Ontrowulan.
Another attraction is the Sendang Antarwulan and also the scarce tree that is locally known as "Nagasari", growing in barren land surounding the grave. Another alternative recreation is the use of sampan. Going around the reservoir can be interesting while enjoying the natural beauty of the scenery around the grave.
The Grave of Mangkunegaran Family - Karanganyar Regency
The Grave of Mangkunegaran's big family is located in 12 location: the grave Mangkunegaran Kartosuro in Imogiri - Yogyakarta, Astana Mangadeg, Astana Girilayu, Astana Utara, Astana Giri, Pasarean Keblokan, Pasarean Mantenan, Pasarean Temu Ireng, Pasarean Randu Songo, Pasarean Ngendo Kerten and Astana Giri Bangun. The biggest among the graves are the Astana Mangadeg, Astana Girilayu and Astana Giri Bangun.
These three graves are located on the slope of Mount Lawu, about 40 km eastward from Solo City with route: Solo - Karanganyar - Karangpandan Matesi. Astana Mangadeg and Astana Giri Bangun are located in one complex in. The KGPAA Mangkunegaran IV, V, VI and VII are buried in Astana Girilayu, while the grave KGPAA Mangkunegaran I (Prince of Samber Nyowo) II, III is in Astana Mangadeg.
The Grave of Sunan Kalijogo - Kadilangu Demak
Sunan Kalijogo was one of the members of Walisongo whose original name was Raden Mas Sahid. He wa the son of Tumenggung Wilotikto, the Adipati of Tuban in East Java. He liked adventure and his life was full of intrigues. His life changed when he met Sunan Bonang.
He grew his interest with the Islam religion, and became a pupil of Sunan Bonang, Sunan Kalijogo became more famous by his unique way in spreading Islam which always used Wayang Kulit as media to insert some moral and holly messages about Islam. Sunan Kalijogo grave is located in Kadilangu Village about 12 km from The Grand Mosque of Demak.
The Grave of Sunan Muria - Kudus Regency
Visiting Kudus visitors will enjoy the beauty of "Colo" that lies along the slope of Muria Mountain, 18 km from Kudus. Besides enjoying the beauty of "Colo" visitors can also visit Sunan Muria grave which lies 15 km away from Colo northward.
These visitors will enjoy the precious of fascinating view combination between artistic and spiritual sense. Sunan Muria whose original name Raden Umar Said is one of the Walisongo member who spreading Islam in Java island, especially Kudus.
As a Moslem preacher, he built "Islamic Boarding School" in Muria Mountain Slope, so that he was known as Sunan Muria. Not only expert in Islam, he was very interesting in Javanese Orchestra (Gamelan), and creating Javanese Song (Macapat) especially Kinanti and Sinom, thickened with Islamic nuance which was used as media in spreading Islam.
Gunung Selok dan Gunung Srandil - Cilacap Regency
Gunung Srandil and Selok are located on hilly area close to the Indian Ocean, in Adipala District, Cilacap Regency. Gunung selok is not only a beach resort with beautiful views but also a spiritual place for devotion. The visitors can also visit the grave of Mbah Gusti Agung Gunung Srandil who is known as Sultan Muharidin.
Other devotional place are the Padepokan Kambe Lima and the Padepokan Jambe Pitu. These place are usually used for spiritual activity, such as "Tirakatan" at night. In Padepokan Jambe Pitu, there are the graves of Mbah Sukmo Renggo (Petruk) and Mbah Cokrotaliwongso (Gareng). In padepokan Jambe Pitu, there are the graves of Mbah Lengkung Kusuma and Mbah Nolowati.
Astana Giribangun - Karanganyar Regency
Astana Giribangun is one of the graves from the Mangkunegaran's ancestors. It is the newest complex that has been built recently. This Astana was built since November 27, 1974 and was inaugurated on July 23, 1976. he skeleton from KPH. Soemaharjomo (the father of Ibu Tien Suharto) and Ibu Hartini Oudang (the sister of Ibu Tien Suharto). They were moved from Astana Nayu to Astana Giribangun as the pioneer. Ibu Tien Suharto who died on 28 April 1996 was also buried in Astana Giribangun.
The Grave of R.A. Kartini - Rembang Regency
The Grave of RA. Kartini is located in Bulu Village, Bulu District, Rembang Regency, 17 km from terminal southward RA. Kartini is the national heroine, who has ideology against the old tradition. She wanted the equality between men and women . She didn't gave up, she gave her dedicated of life to educated them. To honor her merit, her birthday which was held on April 21st, becomes the National Day (Kartini's Day).
The Grave of Sunan Kudus - Kudus Regency
Sunan Kudus is one of Walisongo whose original name Syeh Ja'far Sodiq. He is the son of Raden Usman Haji, the aristocrat in Jipang Anom. He was the Islamic leader and preacher. Besides mastering Islam, he was very appreciate art, especially Javanese Song like "Mas Kumambang" and "Mijil" which was used as media to insert Islamic knowledge for spreading Islam in Kudus.
The Grave King Demak Bintoro - Demak Regency
The Grave of King Demak is located in the same complex with The Grand Mosque, 25 km from Semarang. The Kingdom of Demak Bintoro represents the first Islamic Kingdom in Java Island which is still visible until now, through the "Grebeg Besar" ceremony which is held every year in celebration of Idhul Adha. In 10 Dhulhijah, we can see Kirab Ageng Prajurit of Demak Procession accompanying "Tumpeng Surgo" (nine large of cone shaped rice surrounded by various vegetables) from Demak Regent's Residence to the Grand Mosque of Demak.
The Grave of Ki Ageng Selo - Grobogan Demak
Ki Ageng Selo was the ancestor of Surakarta and Yogyakarta's King. He has original name Bagus Sogom. He was known as Ki Ageng Selo because he used to live in Selo Village (Suselo). He was also one of the Islamic pioneers and dissemination in that village. Ki Ageng Selo could catch lightening by using his power.
His grave can be visited in Selo Village, Tawang Harjo District. It is about 13 km away from Purwodadi City, the capital city of Dati II Grobogan Regency, 20 km from Semarang through the route Semarang - Purwodadi - Tawangharjo (Selo Village). The Grave is visited by many visitors for praying together (Tahlilan) which is held every Friday Wage Eve (Islamic Day), whereas "Khol" Ceremony is held commemorate the Passed Away of Ki Ageng Selo.
The Grave of Prince Purboyo - Tegal Regency
Prince Purboyo was an aristocrat from Mataram Kingdom who married with Prince Gianti, Ki Gede Subayu daughter. Before Ki Gede Subayu passed away, he gave the Islamic Boarding School to honor Prince Purboyo and his brother in law Ki Gede Honggowono (Prince Gianti's younger brother).
Ki Gede Honggowono is the ancestor of the great Tegal Regency. Prince Purboyo's grave lies in Kalisoto, Dukuhwaru, 4 km away from Slawi town. Here you can find the grave of Ki Gede Honggowono and the late of Tegal Regents like Tumenggung Reksonegoro I - III, etc.
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