Gunung Kawi is an 11th-century temple complex in Tampaksiring north east of Ubud

Gunung Kawi Sebatu temple isn't a large temple - its located around 40 kilometers from the main city Denpasar or only 20 minutes drive north ofUbud. Gunung Kawi Sebatu is one of Bali's prettiest temples - it is a quiet temple to which surroundings were enclosed by the forest.

A lot of fish are swimming in the fountain in the Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple. Feeding the fish with cakes are welcome and it is a great fun.

Feelings are said to be healed in this temple that overflows in beautiful water and green. The sound where the spring water flows to the having a bath place is very comfortable. Water clears completely and it is popular as the temple where holy water springs up to people. Local and tourist's lovers are often seen to feel time pass peacefully.

Sebatu Village is also known for the creativity of the villagers in creating woodcarving handicraft as seen in all the shop along the village. The villagers built a small shrine in the place in a present temple for savior Vishnu. (just take a look at the pictures inside this web page and see the beautiful woodcarving and illustrations).

Almost all the temple's building in here are roofed by thatched of black hairy part from palm leaf. The roofless stone building in the middle is Padmasana, a chair for the ultimate God. This shrine is constructed within a small pool surrounded by wall, giving us an impression that it is floating. The bottom part of the shrine is built by concrete and lime stones while the upper carved part is made of wood with gold leaf color.

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The Gunung Kawi Sebatu temple was built in homage to the God of preserver (Wisnu), who rules over water, and here one finds a number of natural spring and waterspouts. The Balinese believe that water is one of the forces of life. The etymology of Gunung Kawi means a fabricated mountain. It lies west of Sebatu village, which is elevated and its name means slipping on a stone.

The Pura Gunung Kawi Sebatu is included in the Bali tour packages of Tour Guides Bali. If you want visit beaches, temples or other Bali attractions - just choose from other the Bali tours packages you see on the website you are forwarded to - if you click on the blue link mentioned before - or you have the option to make use of our Bali Car Rental with Bali Driver and Bali Guide - for your Private Bali full day tour or half day tour. There are so many paces/tourist attractions to visit on Bali - no matter if you are interested in culture, museum visits, tours, activities, night-places, sightseeing, restaurants, shopping in Bali, or wish to find one of the most beautiful spots to feel relaxed, safe and enjoy your vacation - then choose/book a Bali tour or tours to other islands nearby Bali.

One of our very popular private tours is a Kintamani Tour - with an amazing Bali panoram view tour with 8 special Bali places / - attractions included (Lunch, all fees included, pick up and drop of at your hotel - read more on the tour page).

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Goa Gajah, or Elephant Cave, is located on the island of Bali near Ubud

Bali holiday packages this time will explain about the legacy of temple which is often called the elephant cave temple (pura goa gajah). This holy place Is one of the historic caves, which have been recognized by the United Nations Organizations (UNESCO) became one of the world heritage. The shrine is often called by the name of Goa Gajah temple, which located at Banjar Goa, Bedulu village, Blahbatuh district, Gianyar regency, with mileage about 5 km from Ubud tourist area, or about 45 minutes from Denpasar city. Goa Gajah (bali elephant cave temple) has been known since the reign of several kings in Bali island, such as:

• Sri Dharmawangsa Wardhana Marakata Pangkajastano Tunggadewa (in the year 1022 AD)
• Raja Anak Wungsu (in the year 1053 AD)
• Paduka Sri Maha Guru (in the year 1324 AD)

And name of the temple itself is actually derived from the word "LWA GAJAH", which was written by MPU Prapanca in 1365 AD based on the book inscription of Negara Kertha Gama. Goa Gajah temple built in the-11th century, when at that time still ruled by King "SRI BEDAHULU", In the reign of King Hayam Wuruk on Majapahit era written that "LWA GAJAH" is located at Bedulu village as a hermitage place of "BODADYAKSA". There is also mentioned about Kunjarakunjapada term meaning "DORMITORY KUNJARA" which in Sanskrit means"ELEPHANT". The dormitory kunjara is owned by holy man Rsi Agastya that located in Mysore (South India), where there are many wild elephants living around the hostel, so there is the possibility that Goa Gajah temple built to remind about the hostel Kunjarakunjapada in India.

Preliminary findings of Goa Gajah temple is starting from the Dutch East Indies official report by L.C. Heyting in 1923, which reported the discovery of Ganesha statue, Tri Lingga statue, also Hariti sculpture to the Dutch East Indies. Then Dr. W.F. Stutterhiem start doing advanced research in 1925, and in 1950 the Office Archaeological site of Indonesia through a part of the ancient buildings in Bali led by J.L. Krijgman conduct research and excavations in 1954 until 1979, and they found an ancient holy water pool with six (6) female statue equipped with fountain chest. And the existence of these statue are believed can give an aura cleansing also positive vibrations for visitors until now.

There is a building that stored the statue of Queen Brayut (Men Brayut) or Goddess Hariti, who initially had a bad character, but after getting a Buddhist lesson eventually she turns into a children lovers as seen on the statue. And next to the upper right side of the cave's wall, there are words "Kumon" and "Shy Wangsa" that written in letters quadratic Kediri, and the meaning of these words still unclear known by historians. According to archaeological research of sculptural art form and an ancient holy water in Goa Gajah believed to be inherited on 11th century.

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Legian is a suburban and beach area on the west coast of Bali

Legian may be a more relaxed alternative to brash Kuta but there is still almost as much to see and do in the resort. It is just as popular with younger surfers who come here in their droves to learn the basics in a more laid back atmosphere. Beaches are wide and golden with a spectacular backdrop of crashing waves and afford majestic ocean sunsets.

Kite flying, massage, beach soccer and volleyball can all be enjoyed on the sand and while it is a lively place, it is rarely troubled by persistent beach hawkers. It remains busy until well after dark with strolling couples and guitar strumming youngsters and is a great spot for some people watching.

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Mount Batur is an active volcano located at the center of two concentric calderas north west of Mount Agung, Bali, Indonesia

The area of north-eastern Bali at the Mount Batur caldera, and which encompasses Penelokan, Toya Bungkah, Batur, Kedisan, Abung, Songan and Kintamanivillages, is known widely as just Kintamani. Kintamani, Batur and Penelokan villages sit on the rim of the huge Batur caldera about 1,500m above sea level, and offer dramatic views of the active volcano Mount Batur and serene Lake Batur. Toyo Bungkah village is down at the lake edge.

As well as the lake and the volcano, Kintamani is home to Pura Ulun Danu Batur, one of Bali's key nine directional temples.

A note from C.Bali (see: Other things to do in this area) The people of this area are very traditional Balinese, please show the upmost respect to the people by not walking on their farm lands, entering their temples (unless you wish to pray). Woman should cover their legs to the knees. The people of this area are warm and friendly when visitors to this amazing area show them respect.

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Bali Safari and Marine Park, or Taman Safari III is a branch of Taman Safari located in Gianyar, Bali

Bali Safari and Marine Park Tour is a Bali Activities Tour Packages to enjoy visiting Bali Safari and Marine Park on a step hillside between the mountain and the sea on the splendid island of Bali, there once lived a village of people renowned for their believe to God and their love for nature. They considered all the wild animals and plants to be their friends. In those days there were many deer and few people. And tigers never bothered the village. They lived together in peace and harmony. Home to hundreds amazing animals representing more than 50 species, including some of rare and endangered species.

Bali Tour Company combine the Balinese cultural ambiance with African Savannah, Bali Safari and Marine Park Tour features the following exhibits featuring Sumatran elephant, Sumatran tiger, white tiger, leopard, komodo dragon and cheetah are just some of the fascinating creatures that can be seen at the Bali Safari and Marine Park. Fulfilling its mission of conservation, education and recreation through one of our attractive Elephant Show devoted to animals involved in conservation and education projects and so much more excitement by riding the elephant with our Elephant Back Safari around the African Savannah and get to see your favorite animal up close! in Animal Encounter make the Bali Safari and Marine Park's leading family attraction and adventure in Bali.

Enjoy the best safari experience in Bali at the home of hundreds of amazing animals representing over 60 species, including some rare and endangered species such as the Komodo, Orang Utan, and the Bali Mynah.

At Bali Safari & Marine Park, you can choose to enjoy your safari journey from the elephant back with ourElephant Back Safari, interact with your favorite animal up close at the Animal Encounter space, experience the wildest fine dining moment surrounded by lions, meerkats, and porcupines at the Tsavo Lion restaurant, and unwind with the spectacular show of Bali Agung at our state of art theater in the park, Bali Theater or make your own big splash at our Water Park and Fun Zone.

Bali Safari & Marine Park, as part of Taman Safari Indonesia, and a member of WAZA (The World Associations of Zoo and Aquariums), SEAZA (The South East Asians Zoo Associations), CBSG(Conservations Breeding Specialist Group) as well as PKBSI (Indonesia Zoological Parks Associations) is  at the frontline of wildlife conservation in Indonesia and is actively involved in ensuring the future survival and wellbeing of many Indonesian animal species through engaging education and conservation programs such as the conservation and release of Bali Mynah, Sumatran Elephant, and Sumatran Tige

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Garuda Wisnu Kencana Expansive park featuring monumental Hindu sculptures plus frequent dance performances & concerts

The Bali attraction GWK Cultural Park, with the Garuda Wishnu Kencana statue, is located in the southern part of Bali island (the limestone plateau of Ungasan Hill, Jimbaran), close to Uluwatu Temple and Dreamland beach where the Cultural Park is an art and culture window of Bali.

The statue, Garuda Kencana, is made by the native Balinese artist Nyoman Nuart. Garuda Wishnu Kencana is a name for the Hindu God Wishnu - who rides his mystical half man / half bird companion with the name Garuda. The statue were planned to reach height 172 meters and were made with the mission to become one of 8th the world miracles and 2nd in Indonesia.

The statue and its pedestal will be surrounded by more than 240 hectares cultural park which was once an abandoned and unproductive limestone quarry.

Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) symbolizes a harmonious relation between human beings and the natural environment in Bali. The GWK Bali is also meant to be modern renderings for the ancient way of life and religious pilgrimage.

The GWK Bali project isn't completed yet and there is still a lot missing before the project is a whole Cultural Park project. But you're already able to see that its unique and spectacular. Large tourist attractions, weddings, colossal events etc. is often arranged at this place.

The Amphitheater within the cultural park has 800 sits capacity and first class acoustic arrangement. Lotus Pond can hold up to 7500 people.

The Bali tours attraction: Garuda Wisnu Kencana, Cultural Park, is intended to educate the young generations about the importance of preserving and cultivating world’s cultural heritage.

But, the Garuda Wishnu Kencana Cultural Park, has additionally developed into leading tourism destination for a variety of art performances, exhibitions, conferences or relax and religious interest.

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The Ubud Monkey Forest is a nature reserve and Hindu temple

This cool and dense swathe of jungle, officially called Mandala Wisata Wanara Wana, houses three holy temples. The sanctuary is inhabited by a band of grey-haired and greedy long-tailed Balinese macaques who are nothing like the innocent looking doe-eyed monkeys on the brochures. Nestled in the forest, the interesting Pura Dalem Agung has a real Indiana Jones feel to it with the entrance to the inner temple featuring Rangda figures devouring children.

You can enter through one of the three gates: the main one at the southern end of Monkey Forest Rd; 100m further east, near the car park; or from the southern side, on the lane from Nyuhkuning. The forest has recently benefitted from an infusion of money. Useful brochures about the forest, macaques and temples are available. Note that the monkeys keep an eagle eye on passing tourists in hope of handouts (or an opportunity to help themselves). Don’t feed these creatures.

Across from the main entrance, the forest’s office accepts donations for a scheme to offset the carbon you created getting to Bali. Get a tree planted for 150,000Rp.

I’m a great fan of monkeys and apes. Back home my mum and I often visit Monkey World, an ape rescue centre in Dorset; when we went on safari in Kenya my favourite animal wasn’t one of the impressive big five, it was the gangster of the animal world – the baboon. So, I was pretty excited at the prospect of getting up close to some Macaques  at the Monkey Forest in Ubud – that was, until they started attacking us.

The Perils of the Monkey Forest

If you’ve never heard of the Bali Monkey Forest, here’s the lowdown. The forest forms a sanctuary for the monkeys, who are considered sacred and well protected; there’s even a temple inside the forest where people go to worship. Somewhere along the line the forest also became a tourist attraction. Visitors can stroll through it and see the monkeys up close, watch them play and eat, there’s even a woman outside the entrance selling bananas to feed them. Sounds like fun, right?

Before we even arrived we started hearing horror stories about the Monkey Forest; animals stealing cameras and wallets, chasing people and worse still, biting. A word about Macaques and monkeys in general – they might look cute but even the small ones are incredibly strong and have very big incisors. A bite can be extremely painful at the best of times, but in Bali there’s another hazard to consider – rabies.

The disease is quite widespread in Bali, we were warned by a doctor in Jakarta not to touch any animals on the island and to make sure we had our pre-rabies vaccines before we visited. Rabies can spend up to two years incubating in an animal before any symptoms appear and a bite from a rabid animal can be deadly if you’re infected and don’t receive treatment fast.

Since we’d already had our rabies vaccinations, however, we weren’t too worried. We’d be sensible and only take a camera with us so as not to attract the monkeys, we were prepared – it couldn’t be that bad, could it?

The Attack

Approaching the entrance to the forest we saw, with delight, the first monkeys swarming around the gate, playing, eating fruit and climbing around. As we ventured further in we stopped to watch the cute baby monkeys and some older, greedier ones snatching the best fruit dropped by the tourists. One man carrying a bag of fruit was pursued by a large monkey, who stood up on his hind legs snatching at the bag until its contents were empty.

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