DISCOVER THE HIDDEN BEAUTY OF BANGLI
CULTURAL LANDMARKS
PENGLIPURAN VILLAGE Penglipuran, a cherished Balinese village and recognized by the Dutch NGO Green Destinations Foundation among the top three cleanest villages in the world, is also dubbed the most peaceful. It preserves the Bali Aga heritage through its handicrafts, homestays, and adherence to Tri Hita Karana, the philosophy of harmony. Its name is believed to stem from pengeling pura (a place to honor temples and ancestors) or pelipur lara (a sanctuary of solace).
PURA ULUN DANU BATUR
Pura Ulun Danu Batur, the second most important temple in Bali after Pura Besakih, plays a vital role in maintaining the island’s harmony and stability. Representing the direction of the North, it is dedicated to Vishnu and Dewi Danu, the goddess of Lake Batur, Bali’s largest lake.
KEHEN TEMPLE Pura Kehen, a 13th-century Balinese Hindu temple in Cempaga, Bangli, was once the royal temple of the Bangli Kingdom. Nestled at the foot of a wooded hill, it symbolizes unity and harmony, offering a glimpse into Bali’s rich spiritual heritage. Marvel at the mystical Boma stone figures guarding the entrance and the majestic Kala-Makara sculptures representing cosmic balance. Named after the Balinese word for fire, Kehen was originally dedicated to Agni, the Hindu god of fire.
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