Shopping and Gifts - Solo City

BATIK
● Klewer Market (Pasar Klewer)
It's the largest Batik market in Java, provides various kind of Batik from traditional to modern style. Located next to Alun-Alun Lor (Nothern Square) of the Kasunanan Palace. Open : 11.00 - 16.00 wib

● Ndalem Tjokrosoemartan
A beautiful historical house that has been restored by several generations of batik emporium family. It's the site of the first major batik produces & exporter in Indonesia, based in Solo. Located in Kampoeng Batik Laweyan. Open : by appoinment only, phone +62271-711011

● Kampoeng Batik Laweyan
This ancient area is famous for the biggest batik producing area since 1930. The street's names represent the batik motifs. Many beautiful houses hidden behind the high walls can be found within the area.

● Galery Ancient Batik Danar Hadi
Representing one of place which can be visited to witness the most complete ancient batik collection and batik making process. Located: Jln. Slamet Riyadi 261 Solo. Open : 09.00 - 16.00 wib, phone : +62271-714326

● Batik Keris
Another place which can be visited to witness the difference pattern of ancient batik collection. Located: Jln. Kom. Yos Sudarso 62 Solo. Open : 09.00 - 21.00 wib, phone : +62271-643243

TRIWINDU ANTIQUES MARKET
Located in front of Mangkunegaran Palace. Take a walk around dozens of shops located in this market. You would be surprised by the quality and beautiful designs of porcelain made dinner and tea sets; goblets; vases and other souvenirs. All the items sold here can be bargained. Do not however forget to negotiate before you pay for them. Open : 09.00 - 16.00 wib

DEPOK BIRD MARKET
You'll be surprised with the number of species of birds & other animal you can find here. Occasionally there are bird competitions held in the market.

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