Once home to royal Javanese Kingdom, Solo was formerly known as Surakarta. Located almost 60 kilometers away from Yogyakarta, this town abounds in royal palaces and other constructions. These palaces form the main sightseeing destinations in Solo. There are other attractions in Solo as well. The markets like Pasar Klewer and Pasar Triwindu Market in this laid back town sell everything from batik and fabric clothes to antiques and porcelain items. The lush green landscape of this sleepy town offer welcome relief to a man who has long been in city pent. However the vicinity of this town offers interesting tour options. Grojogan Sewu Waterfall, which is located 40 kilometers east of Solo attracts a lot of tourists.
Grojogan Sewu Waterfall is located at Tawangmangu. Located at a distance of almost 40 kilometer from Solo, Tawangmangu is a recreational resort. Situated at an altitude of 1000 meter from the sea level, this place offers scenic views, fresh and cool weather and several luxurious hotels and villas. Visiting this mountain resort is a great way to beat the heat of Solo. The journey to this hill resort passes through serpentine and hair pin like bends. The lush green vegetation and fog cover is what makes the journey a treat for the eyes.
Apart from attractions like temples and a national park, this hilly resort is famous for Grojogan Sewu Waterfall. With gallons of water coming down from 400 meter altitude, this waterfall is a magnificent one. The waterfall can only be reached on foot and journeying across green trees and shrubs. The deafening roar of this waterfall makes it impossible to hear even a single word from a person standing just beside you. The water at the bottom of this waterfall is very chilly. People still bathe here and get refreshed.
