
Jogja Kembali Monument was built on 29 June 1985. Initiated by Colonel Soegiarto, mayor of Yogyakarta in 1983. The name 'Jogja Back' was chosen as a memorial to the withdrawal of Dutch troops from the capital of the Republic of Indonesia on June 29, 1949.
Entering the area attractions, visitors are required to walk the 300 meters to go to Jogja Kembali Monument. On the way, we pass a wall bearing the names of heroes who fought and died in battle. Some old cannons displayed in front of Jogja Kembali Monument. Entering the inside of the monument, in it there is a museum, dioramas, and a library.
Entering the museum, we see quite a large collection of historic objects displayed here are some replica. Then enter the area the diorama, there is some explanation of the events that occurred in the days of the Republic of Indonesia to maintain independence from the hands of the invaders (the Netherlands) the following picture of the situation.
Jogja Kembali Monument in which there is a museum that consists of 3 floors equipped library and multipurpose room. At first floor there is a collection of objects: replicas, photographs, documents, heraldika, various types of weapons, sculptures, cannons, a common kitchen in the evocative atmosphere of the war of independence 1945-1949. Stretcher and gig (carriage) ever used by the Great Commander General Sudirman also stored here.
Finally, we entered the top floor is a quiet place a circle, equipped with a flagpole fitted with red and white flag in the middle of the room, and relief of a hand depicting a physical struggle on the west wall and the struggle of diplomacy on the east wall. This room is named Garbha Graha it serves as a place to pray and reflect on the heroes of the struggle.

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