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Alun-Alun Kidul (the southern square) is a large public green bordered by two ancient banyan trees, located directly behind the Kraton. It serves as a gathering place and is famous for the masangin challenge — walking blindfolded between the two trees is believed to bring good fortune if you pass between them.
In Javanese cosmology, the alun-alun kidul represents the spiritual and feminine counterpart to the northern square. The twin banyan trees (waringin kurung) are considered sacred and symbolize duality — locals believe that only those with a pure heart can walk a straight line between them while blindfolded.