The temple and holy springs of Tirta Empul are located just north of the small town of Tampaksiring, a few km east of Ubud. Here, devotees bathe in the holy waters and receive blessings at the adjacent temple. Above the springs, WoWasis vistors will see Istana Negara, Soekarno’s former home, from where, it is said, [...]
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Gunung Kawi temple, outside of Ubud, in Bali, Indonesia
The magnificent temple complex of Gunung Kawi is located near the small town of Tampaksiring, a few km east of Ubud. Here, ten temples are hewn from the rock hillside and stand in massive stone arcades, two storeys high. There are several other shrines in the immediate area, well-posted by signs. We recommend going early [...]
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Located 25km southwest of Ubud, on the southern coast of Bali, Pura Tanah Lot is probably the most photographed temple in Bali. Although extensively renovated, it’s in a lovely spot, but best enjoyed in the early morning before the tour buses arrive. We especially enjoyed having a drink at the Sunset Terrace, located a few [...]
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Located 10km southwest of Ubud, Pura Taman Ayun is a picturesque orange-walled temple surrounded by sculptures and a moat, a wonderful respite from the heat, and a refreshing walk through well-kept gardens. Although originally built in 1634, it was tastefully renovated in 1937. Located at GPS: S08°32.626’ E115°10.329’
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The 23 temples that make up Pura Besakih comprise Bali’s most important temple complex. The most important temple is Pura Penataran Agung, a six-level temple that is off limits to non-believers. All other temples are accessible. Beware of the touts that continually badger you, and enjoy your walk. You do not need them to guide [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Pura Kehen & Pura Dalem temples near Bangli, Bali, Indonesia
In and near the quiet city of Bangli in east Bali, you’ll find two wonderful temples, worth a visit. Pura Kehen is considered to be one of the most the nicer temples in east Bali, and serves as the state temple. Located right in Bangli, it rises from a hill has a nicely carved [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Malang, gateway city to East Java, Indonesia
The pretty Dutch colonial city of Malang is a great place to spend a couple of days, with good restaurants, nice hotels, interesting things to see in the city, and a good city from which to book tours to nearby temples and the extraordinary volcanic region of Gunung Bromo. Malang Top 4 1) We found the [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Candi Kidal & Candi Jago temples in Java, Indonesia
These two small but interesting templesare best visited on a day trip from the nearby city of Malang, roughly 20 km away. Candi Kidal has wonderful examples of Javanese sculpture. Construction was begun in approximately 1250 as the funerary temple of King Anusapati. The temple is located at GPS S08°02.181’ E112°42.500’ Candi Jago, while in a state of [...]
Read the rest of this entry »Magnificent Panataran Temples in Java, Indonesia
The temples at Panataran are noted for their architecture as well as for their extraordinary sculptures, and are located in a beautiful setting. Considered by several scholars to be among the best examples of East Javanese architecture and sculpture, they were initially constructed in 1200 ACE, but took another 300 or so years to finish. [...]
Read the rest of this entry »The stunning Gunung Bromo volcanic area in Java, Indonesia
The volcanic area near Gunung Bromo is a not-to-be-missed experience in East Java, and is best booked as a two day trip from the city of Malang. Better still, add another day for a visit to the spectacular sulphuric atmosphere of the volcano Kawah Ijen as well, and stay overnight in a coffee plantation. Prior [...]
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