Pawon Temple tells about fire

Pawon is the name of a temple not far from Borobudur temple. Pawon restored in 1903 by J.G. de Casparis. Pawon name can not be known for certain of its origin. J.G. de Casparis interpret that pawon comes from the Javanese Awu which means ashes, gets the prefix ‘pa’and suffix ‘an’ that show a place or somewhere. In the daily Javanese language said, pawon means the kitchen, but De Casparis interpret funeral. Local residents also called Pawon temple with Bajranalan. The word is probably derived from the Sanskrit word vajra which means "lightning" and anala which means "fire".

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Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta | Norwegian Salmons

Paprika Restaurant in Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta serves Norwegian Salmon menu during April 2012. This menu combines European and Asian flavour. 

Chef Executive of Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta, Iwan Dody Irawan said that the raw materials imported directly from Norway because they contain nutrients and high levels of health.

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Romantic Dinner at Grand Aston Yogyakarta

YOGYA - Grand Aston Hotel Yogyakarta is one of the most special hotels. Besides being a comfortable place to stay Grand Aston Hotel Yogyakarta was also offers a romantic dinner packages and photo images at affordable prices in order to celebrate Valentine's Day (Valentine).

According to Public Relations Manager Grand Aston Yogyakarta, Dyah Retno Wikan, a special package that only requires a fee of Rp450.000 (nett) in Vanilla Sky Lounge.

"Each couples can enjoy a romantic moonlight and the stars, accompanied by wine or beer or soft drink draugh or Valentine mocktail accompaniment of acoustic music floated through the night," Retno added.
Dyah also explained that to spend a romantic evening, the Grand Aston prepare two appetizers, three main menu options and tempting desserts. While at Saffron restaurant every couple will be able to take pictures and enjoy a buffet meal together.
"The package is worth Rp399.000nett for couples will be joined by international menus such as various salads, Tom yam soup and Vegetables Cream Soup," said Retno. (source krjogja.com)

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