Candi Abang, Sleman Regency: Photos, Reviews & Location

Site of temple buried beneath a grassy hill, now a quiet site for views of sunrise & sunset.

At a glance

#4 of 5 Historical landmarks in Sleman Regency #14 of 15 Tourist attractions in Sleman Regency

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.31

4.7 km from the center of Sleman Regency

Rating breakdown

5 ★57%
4 ★26%
3 ★12%
2 ★3%
1 ★2%

5FQ9+VF3, Blambangan, Jogotirto, Kec. Berbah, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55573, Indonesia

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Candi Abang?: Candi Abang is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 1,522 reviews.
How does Candi Abang rank in Sleman Regency?: Candi Abang is #4 of 5 Historical landmarks in Sleman Regency by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Candi Abang located?: 5FQ9+VF3, Blambangan, Jogotirto, Kec. Berbah, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta 55573, Indonesia — 4.7 km from the center of Sleman Regency.
How can I contact Candi Abang?: Website: candi.perpusnas.go.id

A hidden gem that I found in Yogyakarta. I came here by jogging in the morning. There are parking fees for bikes, motorcycles, and cars, but the entrance to the place is free. There are 2 entrances, which are from the west & from the east. I entered from the west when I arrived. As I didn't expect, you have to climb for 5 minutes to get to the area from the bottom, which can be quite challenging & you have to be careful. As I get to the top, I can see the 'temple' which looks like a mini hill, as it is believed that plants & grass growed overtime on the bricks made. I also see the East entrance which turns out to be a lot easier to get to than from the west side.

Overall, a great place if you're looking for a hidden gem & a place you've never seen before. But it is kinda hard to access.

afrianapas (kaori) 2023 Jan 28

Green place in high place. Hot but worth to visit. You'll see Mount Merapi in the distance andbyhe photos you took will really amazing. Don't forget to bring your own drink bottle and umbrella, in case you need some shadow for your own sake. Enjoooy!

Nov Nov 2021 Jan 21

Nice to be here.. Cycling from Jogja at this high level. A brick stone temple but still burried. See the history and visit there, you will find the beautiful of heritage.

Iwan Prasetyo 2019 Oct 18

to reach this place, we had to go through unusual road and even parking my car in someone's front yard. still we had to walk and even considered "climbing". i had to take simba on my back when "climbing". we arrived at this place around 3pm and nothing special. no gorgeous grass. but it's ok coz i still can take some pics of simba. but i won't recommend this place as tourism spot. as for me, this is only good for photography spot.

Ray Hutahaean 2018 Dec 06

Located at sleman, this statue is still under " study".
Access ia good enough using car with parling area at local villager house.
From local villager, some effort for hiking to reach thia heritage.

Yudha Ardenanto Rares 2018 Sep 22

there was several structures here.. as you see that in some spot there are foundation like sign.. if you looks for a great structure, then you should find another candi.. since there are no structure anymore.. if you were here to experience its surrounding.. you should come before 9 am or after 3 pm.. it's hot here.. even my snicker could melt in my pocket.. if you avoid crowd.. you should be here around 11.. there is one place where you can park your bike.. i like this place..

Muchtar 2018 Feb 03

A unique temple, very different from the temple in general. This temple just looks like a mound of land overgrown by a very green grass, but this place is one of the best spot to watch the sunset in Jogja because this temple is on the hill. To get to the temple area we have to walk a little uphill because the access paved roads just up to the parking area.

Lies Permana 2017 May 20

A little hard to find because it is in an area that is rarely passed by the community. The temple is not like the temple in general in yogyakarta. Just a mound of land covered with beautiful green grass but inside it buried in a red temple. Very unique. If you go there in the morning and you're lucky, you can see the sheep of the locals who are looking for grass.