Meotel Purwokerto

Purwokerto is a large but non-autonomous town on the island of Java, Indonesia. It is the coordinating centre of local government and the largest city in southwestern Central Java. Currently, Purwokerto is the capital of Banyumas Regency, Central Java province. The population of the four districts which comprise the town at the 2010 census was 233,951 and 229,271 at the 2020 census; the official estimate as of mid 2025 was 237,940. The built-up area of Purwokerto extends beyond these four administrative districts into parts of surrounding districts - notably Sukaraja and Kembaran Districts to the east, Sumbang, Baturraden and Kedungbanteng Districts to the north, and Karanglewas and Cilonggok Districts to the west; and it has a metropolitan area population of 416,964 at the 1990 Census.

As you explore Purwokerto, you'll immediately notice the town's rich history. Founded in the early 17th century, Purwokerto was once a major center of Javanese culture and commerce. Today, you can still see the remnants of this history in the town's many historic buildings and landmarks.

One of the most impressive landmarks in Purwokerto is the Alun-Alun Purwokerto, a large public square that dates back to the town's founding. Here, you can admire the square's beautiful fountains and gardens, as well as the historic buildings that line its edges.