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One of the temples that are a part of the myriad in this area, the original structure of this temple was destroyed in 1917 but has since been rebuilt into a two-courtyard structure, the inner courtyard of which is protected by a massive kori agung, or towering gate. The temple is a part of the concept of “Tri Kahyangan or Tri Murti&rdqu...
Every temple in Bali has a historical legacy in the form of statues, pelinggih and the temple building itself. The name of the temple Gaduh” originated from the word “gagaduhan”, meaning, shrine to the King of Bali. This is the place from where a sacred king ruled and later transformed into a place of worship. A massive stone h...
Located in the village of Batuan that was once a center for high caste Brahman families of Siwa and Buddhist sects, the area’s main temple was constructed on what was considered a cursed site for centuries, the Palace of the Balinese demon giant, Jero Gede Mecaling who resided there until he was driven away to Nusa Penida. The demon...
Pura Gunung Kawi located in Sebatu, near the river Pakrisan, is another bathing temple. This 11th-century temple complex in Tampaksiring, north east of Ubud was built in homage to the God Wisnu, ruler and protector of water. Hundreds of Koi fish reside in the many pools of this beautiful temple located amongst a lush backdrop of thick forest ...
Also along the Pekerisan River gorge, northeast of Ubud and in the middle of Tampaksiring is the important monument, Gunung Kawi whose name translates to 'mountain sculptures'. Access to this 'Valley of The Kings' founded in the 11th century is via steps that lead do to the edge of the river, where carved into the deep 7m cliff niches are fiv...
