Magelang, a city rich in history and culture, is also often the choice of filmmakers as a filming location. The natural beauty, historical buildings and unique atmosphere of this city have succeeded in attracting film crews to present interesting stories on the big screen. Here are several locations in Magelang that have been the backdrop for popular films:

1. Punthuk Setumbu

The first shooting location was Puthuk Setumbu. Who doesn’t know the beauty of the sunrise over Candi Borobudur as seen from Punthuk Setumbu? This spectacular sight managed to captivate the hearts of the filmmakers What’s Up with Love 2. It’s not surprising that Punthuk Setumbu became one of the icons in the film. In the film “What’s Up with Love 2”, Punthuk Setumbu is a silent witness to the reunion of Rangga and Cinta after being separated for so long. The beautiful sunrise was the perfect backdrop for the emotional moment. This scene succeeded in touching the hearts of the audience and made Punthuk Setumbu increasingly popular as a tourist destination.

2. Muntilan Wood Market

The next shooting location is Muntilan Wood Market. This traditional market, which is full of history, is the backdrop for the film Kretek Girl. The bustling and colorful market atmosphere gives the film a strong Javanese feel. In the film “Cretek Girl”, Muntilan Wood Market is one of the main shooting locations. This market depicts the daily lives of people in the past, especially those involved in the kretek industry. The bustling and lively atmosphere of the market is the perfect background for depicting the social interactions and dynamics of the lives of the characters in the film.

3. Candi Borobudur

As one of the wonders of the world, Candi Borobudur is not only a popular tourist destination, but is also often used as a filming location. One of the films that was shot here was Java Heat. The splendor of this temple provides an epic backdrop for the stories in the film. In the movie “Java Heat”, Candi Borobudur is used as a background to depict a mystical and mysterious atmosphere. The splendor of this temple provides an interesting contrast to the suspense-filled action story in the film. Several important scenes in this film were shot around the temple, such as the chase and battle scenes.

4. Bukit Rhema

Apart from Punthuk Setumbu, Bukit Rhema is also part of the love story of Rangga and Cinta in the film Ada Apa dengan Cinta 2. The uniqueness of the Gereja Ayam building on this hill makes a deep impression on the audience. In this film, Bukit Rhema is the place where Rangga and Cinta spend time together. They talk about the past, present, and future. The calm and peaceful atmosphere at Bukit Rhema provides an opportunity for both of them to understand each other and open their hearts

5. Kaliangrikk

Kaliangkrik, a sub-district on the slopes of Mount Sumbing, was the shooting location for the horror film starring Ari Irham entitled Jagat Arwah. In the film “Jagat Arwah”, Kaliangkrik is depicted as a village that holds many mysteries. The beautiful natural scenery on the one hand, and the presence of spirits on the other, create an interesting contrast. The thick mystical atmosphere in Kaliangkrik succeeds in making the audience feel the tension and fear experienced by the characters in the film.

Magelang does have extraordinary charm, so it is not surprising that many films choose this city as a shooting location. For those of you who want to visit these filming locations, don’t forget to prepare a camera to capture your beautiful moments.

Tips: Apart from visiting the locations above, you can also explore the city of Magelang in more depth. Visit several other tourist attractions such as Mendut Temple, Pawon Temple, or Grojogan Sewu.