PURA MANGENING Pura Mengening is a sacred 11th-century temple in Gianyar, founded during the Warmadewa dynasty, where holy springs flow for purification rituals. Its name, meaning serenity, reflects its role as a timeless sanctuary for spiritual cleansing and meditation. Within the temple complex lies Candi Mengening, an ancient royal shrine from the same era, part of Bali’s protected cultural heritage and closely tied to the landscape recognized by UNESCO for its Subak system.
PURA TIRTA EMPUL
Pura Tirta Empul, founded in the 10th century, is Bali’s most revered water temple, where holy springs flow for purification rituals. Rooted in the legend of Indra and the healing of his soldiers, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape of Bali Province: the Subak System (2012), reflecting the island’s profound harmony of spirituality, nature, and agriculture.
MONKEY FOREST SANCTUARY In the heart of Ubud, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is home to over a thousand long-tailed macaques, revered as sacred by the Balinese. Dating back to the 14th century, this spiritual haven blends ancient temples, towering trees, and playful wildlife, offering a glimpse into Bali’s enduring harmony between culture and nature.
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