Essential Souvenirs to Pick Up on Your Borobudur Holiday

Borobudur Temple remains a prime attraction, drawing millions of visitors each year to its historic grandeur. Its role as a key tourist spot not only boosts the local economy but also invigorates the entire Magelang Regency, especially through its thriving souvenir shops.

For many, a trip isn’t complete without the perfect memento, and Borobudur is no exception. Below, we've rounded up some top souvenir picks from Magelang that you won’t want to miss.

5 Top Borobudur Souvenirs

Anything that depicts Borobudur!

Preserve your visit to the magnificent Borobudur Temple with a selection of charming souvenirs. Just a short stroll from the exit, you’ll find a bustling souvenir center.

Here, you can choose from a variety of keepsakes featuring the iconic temple, including high-quality T-shirts, stupa-shaped keychains, and bamboo curtains adorned with Borobudur paintings. Best of all, these memorable souvenirs are offered at reasonable prices.

Stone Crafts by Local Artisans: From Mortars to Statues

The Borobudur region and surrounding areas in Magelang are renowned for their exquisite stone crafts. Local artisans craft cobeks or mortar & pestles from solid natural stone, highly sought after by tourists for their premium quality.

Besides these practical items, you can also find beautifully crafted miniature temples, statues, and stupas—perfect for adding a touch of Borobudur to your home decor.

Handmade Pottery

After exploring the wonders of Borobudur Temple, consider visiting the nearby tourist villages for a unique experience. Villages like Karanganyar and Klipoh offer visitors the opportunity to try their hand at pottery, creating personal souvenirs to remember their trip.

Whether you're shaping coasters, glasses, bowls, ashtrays, or even flower vases, you'll enjoy the hands-on fun. Not feeling crafty? You can also purchase exquisite pieces directly from the local artisans.

Classic Treats at Nyonya Pang Shop

Established in 1912 and famously featured in the popular novel Gadis Kretek, Nyonya Pang Shop has been delighting customers for over a century with its traditional snacks. The shop offers a variety of old-school favorites like diamond cookies, Moho cakes, and Miku.

Be sure to try another local delicacy, Tape Ketan, a traditional fermented sticky rice known for its sweet and refreshing taste. This specialty is a unique treat that embodies the culinary traditions of the region.

Located in Muntilan, the shop isn’t very close to Borobudur Temple, but it’s on the way back to Yogyakarta. Making a quick detour to sample these timeless snacks is a perfect way to round out your visit, and they also make great souvenirs.

Don't Miss the Getuk Trio

A visit to Magelang is incomplete without sampling Getuk, a delightful cassava-based cake. Not only is it beautifully shaped, but it also tastes wonderful, making it the perfect companion for a warm cup of tea or coffee.

While Getuk is available throughout Magelang, the iconic Getuk Trio, which has been a local favorite since 1958, is particularly renowned. Make sure to bring some back as a delicious souvenir from your travels.

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