THE KING'S PRINCESS POOL IS OLDER THAN BOROBUDUR





  This ancient site called Umbul Temple (Candi Umbul) is said to have come from the 8th century AD from the time of the Ancient Mataram Kingdom which is said to have also been used for bathing royal princesses. Candi Umbul is located in Kartoharjo, Grabag, Magelang Regency, Central Java.

    The warm water in Candi Umbul is never dry, even though there is a dry season, keep in mind that the water here comes from nature, and the unique thing is that the hot or warm water that comes out from under the pool has no sulfur smell at all, it is not known exactly where the hot water came from. whether from geothermal, volcanic activity, or other causes, is still being investigated.


     This Candi Umbul was discovered by local residents who were previously buried in the rice fields of the local community, restoration was carried out in 2001 and 2007, and the stones were found in large numbers and formed a structure like a pond, with incomplete rocks arranged on the side of the pool, there are two There is a pond in this Candi Umbul, a large pool which is located higher and a small pond next to it. The current Umbul Temple leaves only historical stones, as the materials for making the temple. It is estimated that there are 2 temples in pairs. So if you come and know where the temple is, don't be confused.


    Most tourists and residents come to Candi Umbul for just traveling and for medical purposes. Candi Umbul is crowded when there are Padusan traditional events by local residents and tourists, and it is also believed that bathing in Candi Umbul can treat various skin diseases, and is even believed to be therapeutic. rheumatism and other diseases.


    Now Candi Umbul has been well built and definitely makes tourists comfortable, there is a canteen, gazebo, bathroom, and others. Umbul Temple is open every day, from 6 am to 6 pm, with a ticket price of Rp. 5,000; per person. For complete information, you can ask at instagram Candi Umbul Mantul.


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