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More commonly known as the Ubud Royal Palace, Puri Saren Agung of Sukawati was the residence of the last King of Ubud, Tjokorda Gede Agung Sukawati, and is located at the central Ubud crossroad across from the famous Ubud Art Market. In keeping with its strong tradition as supporter of the performing arts, the palace now holds nightly perfo...
Dedicated to Batubulan’s village founder, this pura whose name translates to ‘central temple’ is most notable for it’s lotus moat and impressive gateway that is a prime example of the stone carving skills of the area’s local artisans. The intricate statues and carvings that depict Balinese mythology as well as ...
Thought to be the center of the old Pejeng Kingdom, Pura Puser Ing Jagat is a major pilgrimage site during the full moon, which attracts couples wishing for fertility and people who seek healing powers. Dating back to 1329, the large temple is adorned with unique reliefs with an intriguing history to suit – legend has it that Bali’s l...
One of Bali’s many temples that recognize miraculous events in the life of Danghyang Nirartha, the wandering 16th century Javanese sage, Pura Rambut Siwi (Worship of The Hair) is noted as the temple that contains a holy relic in the form of a lock of hair from the head of this venerated priest who left it to the village of Yeh Embang in 1546 ...
Located in Kapal and dedicated to the ‘Divine World Conqueror,’ Ratu Sakti Jayengrat, this ornately carved temple dates back to the Majapahit period when the area was the sanctuary of Mengwi royalty. Pura Sada is the oldest of the Mengwi state shrines and predates Pura Taman Ayun. The split-gate candi bentar of the temple leads to a m...
