Alun-alun Jogjakarta is very famous among local for the believes about two big trees that stand tall in the middle of the field. Locals believe that if someone could pass the middle of the tree then they can make their dreams come true. For some people it might sounds easy, but trust me IT WAS NOT! I have tried it several times and somehow never made it. Our tour guide said that only people with pure heart, mind and soul can usually pass the tree. When you did, do not forget to make a wish, because they believe that any kind of wish can be granted once you pass the 2 big tree. Interesting?

Southern Square or Alun Alun is a place for an evening hangout with family and friends. Located at the back yard of Sultan Palace, this place is cloaked in local myth and legend. The city square was built to make the back side of the palace to look a lot like the front yard. An interesting myth is of walking pass the twin Banyan (called Beringin locally) trees planted on the city square, blindfolded. The game is known as Masangin, which stands for “masuk dua beringin” (entering two banyan trees). The legend has it that if you are able to walk between them with your eyes closed then your wish will come true. Many people try and this may sound easy but it’s not! I was amazed to see how many people don’t manage to walk in a straight line, including me! I failed miserably. Whether you believe the story or not, it is good fun trying to make it between the trees and this is one of the quirkiest spots in the city. People usually rent a blindfold from a local seller which ensures that you can’t cheat, and you can try as many times as you like. Another tourist attraction is to ride an Adong Adong, a fluorescent lit pedal bike in the shape of a VW beetle. Complete the ride by taking one round of the square and thank me later. Yes, loud music of popular songs comes free with it. While you enjoy the square, don’t forget to have boiled corn and ice cream. No one leaves without having them.