{"id":9344,"date":"2017-09-26T10:00:30","date_gmt":"2017-09-26T02:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/?p=9344"},"modified":"2026-01-02T12:16:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T04:16:44","slug":"bali-temples-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Bali Temples: 10 must-visit temples in Bali"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There is a reason why they call Bali &#8216;the island of a thousand temples&#8217;. Bali may be small in the massive Indonesian archipelago but this little Hindu island has got endless sacred temples and shrines and the island really does exude some kind of magic. Street offerings, ceremonies, mystical dances, rituals and so many sacred places and shrines &#8211; all to honour the many Gods that rule and roam Bali island. Every Balinese home has got their own little temple or shrine to place their offerings several times a day. Every village has got a big village temple where ceremonies are held. Then, there are the other temples of the island, visited by tourists all year round. Our guide to Bali temples will show you 10 of the most important, beautiful and sacred temples that you must visit during your stay:<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#1_The_most_famous_sea_temple_Pura_Tanah_Lot\" title=\"1. The most famous sea temple: Pura Tanah Lot\">1. The most famous sea temple: Pura Tanah Lot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#2_The_highest_cliff_temple_Pura_Luhur_Uluwatu\" title=\"2. The highest cliff temple: Pura Luhur Uluwatu\">2. The highest cliff temple: Pura Luhur Uluwatu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#3_The_royal_garden_temple_Pura_Taman_Ayun\" title=\"3. The royal garden temple: Pura Taman Ayun\">3. The royal garden temple: Pura Taman Ayun<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#4_The_bat_cave_temple_Goa_Lawah\" title=\"4. The bat cave temple: Goa Lawah\">4. The bat cave temple: Goa Lawah<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#5_The_kings_graves_Gunung_Kawi\" title=\"5. The king&#8217;s graves: Gunung Kawi\">5. The king&#8217;s graves: Gunung Kawi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#6_Ritual_bathing_Tirta_Empul\" title=\"6. Ritual bathing: Tirta Empul\">6. Ritual bathing: Tirta Empul<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#7_The_floating_lake_temple_Ulun_Danu_Bratan\" title=\"7. The floating lake temple; Ulun Danu Bratan\">7. The floating lake temple; Ulun Danu Bratan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#8_The_mother_temple_Puri_Besakih\" title=\"8. The mother temple: Puri Besakih\">8. The mother temple: Puri Besakih<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#9_Gem_of_Kintamani_Ulun_Danu_Batur\" title=\"9. Gem of Kintamani: Ulun Danu Batur\">9. Gem of Kintamani: Ulun Danu Batur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-temples-guide\/#10_Pura_Luhur_Lempuyang\" title=\"10. Pura Luhur Lempuyang\">10. Pura Luhur Lempuyang<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_most_famous_sea_temple_Pura_Tanah_Lot\"><\/span><strong>1. The most famous sea temple: Pura Tanah Lot<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9355\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9355\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4347210343_1802888e23_b-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4347210343_1802888e23_b-300x200.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4347210343_1802888e23_b-630x420.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4347210343_1802888e23_b.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4347210343_1802888e23_b.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Temples: Tanah Lot\" height=\"400\" width=\"600\" class=\"wp-image-9355\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9355\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Koyne on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Let&#8217;s start with Bali&#8217;s most iconic and most photographed temple, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-tanah-lot?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">Pura Tanah Lot<\/a>, a true landmark of Bali Island dating back to the 15th century. The temple sits on a rock, just offshore, surrounded by the\u00a0Indian Ocean. It is said that this sea temple was built by <span class=\"text-lg\">Danghyang Nirartha, a Hindu priest who spread the Bali Hinduism over the island. The views from Tanah Lot and its surrounding ocean cliffs are just beautiful and especially during sunset time, the place has a magical atmosphere. Pura Tanah Lot is a popular tourist attraction so it can get quite crowded. Around the temple, there are lots of souvenir shops and warungs found. The saga goes that Pura Tanah Lot is protected from evil by the sea snakes that live in the caves beneath the temple.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tanahlot.net\/home\/\">Tanah Lot<\/a>, <span class=\"_Xbe\">Beraban, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali, Indonesia<\/span>, open 7 am &#8211; 7 pm. Admission: 60,000 IDR \/ adult, 30,000 IDR \/ child<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-tanah-lot?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See villas near Tanah Lot here<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_highest_cliff_temple_Pura_Luhur_Uluwatu\"><\/span><strong>2. The highest cliff temple: Pura Luhur Uluwatu<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9353\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9353\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/7292576078_5f69634f6b_c-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/7292576078_5f69634f6b_c-300x201.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/7292576078_5f69634f6b_c-630x422.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/7292576078_5f69634f6b_c.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/7292576078_5f69634f6b_c.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Temple Guide\" title=\"\" height=\"402\" width=\"600\" class=\" wp-image-9353\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9353\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Vin Crosbie on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/uluwatu-temple?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">Uluwatu temple<\/a> sits proudly on top of a high limestone cliff, an impressive 70 meters above sea level. This temple dates back to the 10th century and it is said to protect the island from evil sea spirits. The view of the ocean and the mighty waves crashing on the rocks down below is just stunning! Around the area live lots of cheeky macaque monkeys on the look-out for food and precious items from unaware tourists. So, watch your belongings! They love to steal glasses, hats smartphones or anything they can grab basically and yes, they can also open bags. As the sun starts to\u00a0set over the island, the views become even more jaw-droppingly beautiful and every night during sunset time, you can watch a traditional Kecak performance.<\/p>\n<p>Pura Luhur Uluwatu, <span class=\"_Xbe\">Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, Indon<\/span>esia. Opening hours; 9am &#8211; 6pm. Admission: 30,000 IDR \/ adult and 20,000 IDR \/ child<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/find\/uluwatu?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See our villas in Uluwatu here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_royal_garden_temple_Pura_Taman_Ayun\"><\/span><strong>3. The royal garden temple: Pura Taman Ayun<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/puraTamanAyunMengwi-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/puraTamanAyunMengwi-300x225.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/puraTamanAyunMengwi-600x450.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/puraTamanAyunMengwi.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/puraTamanAyunMengwi.jpg\" alt=\"Pura Taman Ayun\" title=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" class=\"wp-image-9361 aligncenter\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Located in Mengwi, just 17 km from Denpasar, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-taman-ayun?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">temple complex<\/a> features beautiful traditional architecture with tiered-temple rooftops and sprawling royal gardens with lotus ponds and fountains. This garden water temple was built in 1634 by the ruler of the Mengwi Kingdom, I Gusti Agung Putu, and in those days it was only accessible for royalty. The ambience is idyllically peaceful and it makes a wonderful stop along the way from Denpasar to Ubud. The dramatic Balinese entrance is already impressive and behind it, awaits a true royal paradise for visitors to enjoy. Bring a picnic basket to enjoy this sacred place and it gardens ultimately!<\/p>\n<p>Pura Taman Ayun, <span class=\"_Xbe\">Jalan Ayodya No.10, Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351, Indonesia. Admission: 20,000 IDR<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-taman-ayun?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See villas near Pura Taman Ayun here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_bat_cave_temple_Goa_Lawah\"><\/span><strong>4. The bat cave temple: Goa Lawah<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9363\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9363\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/27194443134_0e4734c43a_c-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/27194443134_0e4734c43a_c-300x199.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/27194443134_0e4734c43a_c-630x417.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/27194443134_0e4734c43a_c.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/27194443134_0e4734c43a_c.jpg\" alt=\"temple Bali\" title=\"\" height=\"398\" width=\"601\" class=\" wp-image-9363\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9363\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: xiquinhosilva on Credit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Located in Klungkung on the east side of Bali Island awaits a large temple complex centered around the entrance of a holy cave that houses hundreds of bats. This temple, known as the &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-goa-lawah?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">bat cave temple<\/a>&#8216; was built in the 10th century and the saga tells that the prince of the Mengwi Kingdom hid inside the cave when facing enemies and he found an exit at the famous Besakih Temple located on the slopes of the holiest volcano in Bali; Mount Agung. The cave is only small but there are many ceremonies held there all year round. Within the temple complex, there are beautiful pagodas, shrines and Balinese stone-carved statues to be admired.<\/p>\n<div id=\"divcopytext\">\n<p>Goa Lawah, Jalan Raya Goa Lawah, Pesinggahan Village, Dawan District, Klungkung. Admission: 6,000 IDR \/ adult and 4,000 IDR \/ child<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-goa-lawah?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See villas near Goa Lawah here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_The_kings_graves_Gunung_Kawi\"><\/span><strong>5. The king&#8217;s graves: Gunung Kawi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9365\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9365\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/8060896279_904a2422e1_c-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/8060896279_904a2422e1_c-300x200.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/8060896279_904a2422e1_c-630x421.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/8060896279_904a2422e1_c.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/8060896279_904a2422e1_c.jpg\" alt=\"temple guide\" title=\"\" height=\"401\" width=\"601\" class=\" wp-image-9365\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9365\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Mark Doliner on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A scenic pathway down to the sacred Pakerisan River leads to the ten ancient shrines of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/gunung-kawi?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">Gunung Kawi<\/a>, carved into the face of a rock cliff. On the way down, the view of the surrounding rice paddies is absolutely gorgeous! The beautiful landscape is combined with a mystical atmosphere and an Indiana Jones-like setting. Gunung Kawi is also referred to as &#8216;the king&#8217;s graves&#8217; as the 8-meter high rock-carvings are funeral monuments built by King Anak Wungsu to honour his father, the great ruler Udayana. Myths say that these temples were built overnight by the giant Kebo Iwa who possessed supernatural powers. Do note that the climb back up takes 270 steps and it is quite challenging for older people. The good news is that on the way up, there are shops and warungs to get drinks, snacks and take a rest before continuing the hike back up the valley.<\/p>\n<p>Gunung Kawi, <span class=\"_Xbe\">Banjar Penaka, Tampaksiring, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia. Open daily from 8 am to 4 pm. Admission: Rp. 15,000<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/gunung-kawi?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See villas near Gunung Kawi here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Ritual_bathing_Tirta_Empul\"><\/span><strong>6. Ritual bathing: Tirta Empul<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9369\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9369\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4676171310_b985bb98ec_b-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4676171310_b985bb98ec_b-300x200.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4676171310_b985bb98ec_b-630x420.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4676171310_b985bb98ec_b.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/4676171310_b985bb98ec_b.jpg\" alt=\"water temple Bali\" title=\"\" height=\"400\" width=\"600\" class=\" wp-image-9369\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9369\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Jelle Oostrom on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The sacred Pakrisan River flows from Gunung Kawi to the beautiful water temple complex <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/tirta-empul?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">Tirta Empul<\/a> where you (yes also you as a foreign tourist) can do a ritual bathing. There are two holy natural spring pools located side by side with a total of 30 water fountains. The ritual bathing is meant for purification. You can bring your own sarong or hire one. Behind the natural spring pools, you will find the inner courtyard and the holy spring that feeds the purification pools. It is this courtyard where the Balinese come to pray. Tirta Empul was built in 926 AD and it is dedicated to the water god Vishnu. The complex also features a large fish pond where you can feed giant koi fish and enjoy a local nasi goreng if you are hungry.<\/p>\n<p>Tirta Empul, <span class=\"_Xbe\">Jalan Tirta, Manukaya, Tampaksiring, Manukaya, Tampaksiring, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Admission: Rp. 15,000<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/tirta-empul?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See villas near Tirta Empul here<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_The_floating_lake_temple_Ulun_Danu_Bratan\"><\/span><strong>7. The floating lake temple; Ulun Danu Bratan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9370\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9370\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9068980634_c5404b820b_b-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9068980634_c5404b820b_b-300x200.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9068980634_c5404b820b_b-630x420.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9068980634_c5404b820b_b.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/9068980634_c5404b820b_b.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Temple Guide\" title=\"\" height=\"400\" width=\"600\" class=\" wp-image-9370\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9370\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Shawn Huang on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Located in the central highlands of Bali, where the air is cool and fresh and the nature untouched, awaits this beautiful lake temple. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-ulun-danu-bratan?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">Ulun Danu Bratan<\/a> is an iconic image of Bali Island, featuring tiered temples sitting on little islands on a large natural lake. This temple complex of 5 was built in the 17th century, honouring the main Hindu trinity Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva and the lake goddess Dewi Danu. The temple complex is embedded in sprawling gardens, traditional Balinese pavilions, and stone-carved statues. Uluna Danu Bratan is a big tourist attraction and it can get crowded. You can escape the mass by renting a paddle boat and drift out on the lake. It is a wonderful place to visit!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"_Xbe\">Ulun Danu Bratan, Jl. Bedugul &#8211; Singaraja, Candikuning, Baturiti, Kabupaten Tabanan, Bali, Indonesia. Opening hours: 8 am &#8211; 6 pm. Admission: Rp. 50,000 \/ adult and Rp. 25,000 \/ child<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-ulun-danu-bratan?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">See villas near\u00a0Ulun Danu Bratan here<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_The_mother_temple_Puri_Besakih\"><\/span><strong>8. The mother temple: Puri Besakih<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9372\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9372\" style=\"width: 601px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6346857032_3ea08644c2_b-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6346857032_3ea08644c2_b-300x198.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6346857032_3ea08644c2_b-630x415.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6346857032_3ea08644c2_b.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6346857032_3ea08644c2_b.jpg\" alt=\"temples Bali\" title=\"\" height=\"396\" width=\"601\" class=\" wp-image-9372\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9372\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Sean Hamlin on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/en\/poi\/pura-besakih?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">biggest and holiest temple <\/a>on the island and a big tourist attraction. This enchanting &#8216;mother temple&#8217; of Bali towers up 1,000 meters high into the sky on the slopes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/8-rules-to-surviving-mount-agung\/\">Mount Agung<\/a>, the most sacred volcano of Bali. There are 86 temples to be admired in total at this complex of temples and the view of Mount Agung and the surrounding rice paddies is mind-blowing! The Besakih temple was built 1000 AD, dedicated to the dragon God Besakih who is said to live inside the sacred mountain. Besakih is the only temple where a Hindu of any cast may worship. There are many temples and courtyards in this sacred complex, but most are reserved for worshipping. Visitors can admire the temples from the outside. You can get a local guide to show you around but you can also walk around by yourself.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"_Xbe\">Pura Besakih, Besakih, Rendang, Karangasem Regency, Bali, Indonesia. Opening hours: 8 am &#8211; 5 pm. Admission: Rp. 60,000<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Gem_of_Kintamani_Ulun_Danu_Batur\"><\/span>9. Gem of Kintamani: Ulun Danu Batur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9374\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9374\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6101964631_5d7ae01cf0_b-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6101964631_5d7ae01cf0_b-300x206.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6101964631_5d7ae01cf0_b-630x433.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6101964631_5d7ae01cf0_b.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/6101964631_5d7ae01cf0_b.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Temple Guide\" title=\"\" height=\"412\" width=\"600\" class=\" wp-image-9374\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9374\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: alex hanoko on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Attraction_Review-g303952-d2492071-Reviews-Ulun_Danu_Batur_Temple-Kintamani_Bangli_Bali.html\">Ulun Danu Batur<\/a> is the second most important temple on Bali Island, located in the Kintamani highlands by Lake Batur. The temple was originally located in the caldera on the foot of Mount Batur but after an eruption in 1926, the most important shrine, which was the only one not destroyed by the lava. It was moved away from the crater lake to where it is today and Batur village was rebuilt around it. This temple complex is dedicated to the goddess of lakes and rivers Dewi Danu and there are 9 different temples plus a total of 285 shrines to admire, set amongst sprawling gardens by the lake. The view of Lake Batur and the surrounding volcanoes Mount Batur, Mount Abang and Mount are just magnificent. Bring your own sarong to this temple if you don&#8217;t want to pay the head price.<\/p>\n<p>Ulun Danu Batur, <span class=\"_Xbe\">Jl. Kintamani, Batur Selatan, Kintamani, Kabupaten Bangli, Bali, Indonesia. Opening hours: 7 am &#8211; 5 pm. Admission: <\/span>Rp. 35,000<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Pura_Luhur_Lempuyang\"><\/span><strong>10. Pura Luhur Lempuyang<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9352\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9352\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src-thumbnail=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/492102455_f1c67b0f8d_b-150x150.jpg\" src-medium=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/492102455_f1c67b0f8d_b-300x225.jpg\" src-large=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/492102455_f1c67b0f8d_b-600x450.jpg\" src-full=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/492102455_f1c67b0f8d_b.jpg\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/492102455_f1c67b0f8d_b.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Temples\" title=\"\" height=\"450\" width=\"600\" class=\" wp-image-9352\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: Yeowatzup on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com.sg\/Attraction_Review-g294226-d4155196-Reviews-Pura_Lempuyang-Bali.html\">gorgeous temple<\/a> is one of the oldest in Bali and it is located 1,175m above sea level on the peak of Mount Lempuyang in East Bali. To get to the temple, you will need to climb a long staircase of 1,700 steps in total. It&#8217;s a bit of a hike, taking around 1.5 to 2 hours, but on the way\u00a0up, you get to see other temples and wonderful views of the surroundings. The view at the top beats it all, overlooking the lush green forests, the Besakih temple, and the sacred Mount Agung. The climb is a spiritual journey for the locals and complaining is not appreciated. The temple is never crowded and at the top, you can really feel the magical ambience of this sacred place. If you enjoy a good hike, don&#8217;t miss out on this one!<\/p>\n<p>Pura Luhur Lempuyang, J<span class=\"_Xbe\">l. Pura Telaga Mas Lempuyang, Tri Buana, Kec. Karangasem, Indonesia. Opening hours: 7 am &#8211; 4 pm. Admission: Rp. 10,000<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>You may be interested in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/bali-waterfalls-guide\/\">Bali Waterfalls Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/balis-best-sunday-markets-bazaars\/\">Bali\u2019s best Sunday markets &amp; bazaars<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/guide\/10-things-not-to-miss-in-bali\/\">10 things not to miss in Bali<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-bali.com\/?utm_source=VB-blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=Bali-temple-guide\">villa collection in Bali<\/a>. 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