Besakih Temple, Karangasem regency - Northeast Bali.
Bali's most important temple with great views of Mt.Agung. The temple complex houses over 80 shrines to the various gods and Spirits.
Batukaru Temple - Tabanan,South Bali
Dedicated to the god of Mt.Batukaru, this temple is a small haven for flowers and bird lovers
Yeh Gangga Temple - Mengwi, Tabanan.
Click Pura yeh Gangga for more information.
Ulun Danu Temple - Bedugul
This temple has several shrines, which are located on both the lake's shore and on various small islets.The following three temples are between Seribatu and Tampak siring, north of Ubud Pura Gunung Kawi Set in a ravine in Tampak siring, the temple 'Candis' are carved into the rock face. There are five Royal Tombs at the rear of the temple complex
Pura Tirta Gunung Kawi
A water temple dedicated to the Rice Goddess Near the temple grounds is a small spring-fed lake with sacred goldfish, which are said to be the guardians of the Spirit of the spring
Tirtha Empul Temple - Tampak Siring
Considered the holiest spring in Bali this temple is frequently visited by Balinese seeking mental cleansing and physical healing
Brahma Vihara Ashrama Buddhist Monastery - Lovina
Combine with a visit to Banjar Hot Springs. The largest Buddhist monastery in Bali, set in beautiful surroundings.
CAVES
Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave - Teges, Gianyar
Regency Dating from the 11th century, there are conflicting opinions as to whether this cave was originally a Buddhist or a Hindu hermitage. Although not very large, it boasts some interesting carvings
Goa Lawah or Bat Cave - Klungkung regency
Famous for the thousands of fruit bats that live here, this can be an interesting, if pungent, experience.
Goa Karang Sari
Goa Karangsari located Northwest 3.5 km from Sewana and about five-km southeast of Sampalan, within sound of the ocean, is an immense limestone cave known by the locals as Gua Giri Putri. Hindus worship at the holy spring inside. The entrance lies 150 meters up a steep stairway.
PALACES
Puri Semara Pura – Klungkung
A palace dedicated to the god of love, this palace was home to the kings of Klungkung. Although only two pavilions and the entrance gate remain, the hall of justice, Bale Kerta Gosa, is worth seeing for its beautifully painted ceiling and carved pillars.
Puri Pemecutan - Denpasar
Many palace has have in bali, one of them we call "puri pemecutan" or pemecutan palace. There was a kingdom named Singgasana which is located in Tabanan. The King of Singgasana was a wise ruler and had one prime wife (prami) and several concubines (penawing). Read More...
WATER PALACES
Taman Ujung Water Palace
This Temple is Located near Amlapura (East Bali). Set in a beautifully landscaped park, the ruins of this palace area tribute to the slightly eccentric designs of Anak Agung Ngurah Puri Agung Kanginan (Name of the King) - Karangasem, Amlapura Built from a hopscotch of different styles, including Chinese, European and Javanese, this place is fascinating architecturally; a monument to the Balinese ability to blend outside influences into their own culture.
Tirtha Gangga Royal Bathing - near Amlapura, Karangasem regency.
Great views of between Mt.Agung and the Lombok Strait. This palace was damaged during the 1963 eruption of Mt.Agung, but the pools still function and can be taken advantage of, for a small fee.
VILLAGES
Asak Village - Amlapura Regency - East Bali.
Traditional costumes, stone carvings and woven crafts
Bungaya Village - Amlapura Regency - East Bali.
As in Asak, this village specializes in traditional arts and crafts
Krambitan - Tabanan Regency.
Specializes in bamboo instruments and music
Negara - West Bali.
Famous for bull races you can see in here every week.
Sawan Village - Singaraja, North Bali.
A picturesque village where Gamelan instruments are made.
Tenganan Village - East Bali
A Bali Aga village renowned as a center for weaving. The only place in Indonesia where 'geringsing' cloth is made. (See Arts & Artists chapter - extract on 'Textiles'
Trunyan - on the shores of Lake Batur, Northeast Bali.
An original Bali Aga village set in a fantastic landscape.
LAKES
Lake Batur - Mt.Batur, Bangli regency
The largest lake in Bali and home to the goddess Danu, this lake lies within the crater of Mt.Batur.
Lake Bratan - Mt.Batukaru, Bedugul
This lake offers both superb scenery, and water sports such as jet skiing for the more adventurous
Lakes Buyan and Tamblingan - Bedugul
Less visited, these lakes offer great walks and the chance of a little solitude for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of the tourist scene.
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