Banjar Penaka is a name of village in tampaksiring, this place is also called as “Gunung Kawi” village. Gunung Kawi is an 11th-century temple and funerary complex in Tampaksiring north east of Ubud, that is spread across either side of the Pakerisan river. It comprises 10 rock-cut candi (shrines) that are carved into some 7-metre-high sheltered niches of the sheer cliff face. These funeral monuments are thought to be dedicated to King Anak Wungsu of the Udayana dynasty and his favourite queens. … [Read more...]

This mysterious place just outside of Ubud houses a Hindu temple, statues, ponds and fountains from a time gone by. The Elephant Cave, also known as Goa Gajah, is an archeologically significant Hindu temple. The stone structure is believed to date back to between the 10th and 14th centuries. The history behind the temple’s name is unconfirmed. … [Read more...]

Bedugul is a mountain lake resort area located in the centre-north region of the island near Lake Bratan. Bedugul area enjoys a mild mountain weather due to its location at an altitude of about 1,500 metres (4,900 ft) above sea level. Therefore it could be a bit chilly. Don´t forget to bring a jacket. Major sites in Bedugul are the Pura Ulun Danu Bratan water temple and the Bali Botanical Garden. … [Read more...]