Together with Pura Tanah Lot, Pura Uluwatu is the most recognizable symbol of Bali. It is believed that a smaller temple existed before, but it was expanded during the 11th century. The temple protects Bali against the evil spirit of the ocean. Pura Uluwatu is striking, not only by its beauty, but foremost for its location: The temple is ...
Pura Tanah Lot, located in Tabanan (20 km away from Denpasar) is one of the seven sea temples of Bali. Each one was built within eyesight of the next and form a chain along the south-western coast of the island. Proudly perched on an off-shore rock shaped by centuries of ocean tireless fury, Tanah Lot has been part of Balinese mythology for ...
Built in the 18th century, Pura Sadha Kapal is a dynastic sanctuary for the Mengwi Royal family. Destroyed by an Earthquake in 1917, it was restored in the 1950’s. The Pura Sada is dedicated to the Hindu Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Pura Sadha Kapal is a beautiful red brick temple, with its famous carved and decorated Candi Betar ...
Welcome to the Penataran Sasih temple, or Pura Penataran Sasih in the calm and charming historical village of Pejeng, Gianyar! This temple is nested in Gianyar regency, just around 6 kilometers north from the town. If you’re fond of archeology and ancient legends, the place should have your imagination wandering back in ancient ...
As you’ve already guessed, it is almost impossible to visit all the temples of Bali at once. So if you lack time and need a short list, Kehen should be on it! North of Bengali, about 45 km away from Denpasar, Pura Kehen is one of the most refined temples in Bali, set in a beautiful forest. Pura Kehen is a stunning testimony of 11th ...
Built in the 14th century on the south slopes of Mt. Agung, Pura Besakih, also known as the Mother Temple is the biggest and holiest temple in Bali. Perched nearly 1000 meters up the side of Gunung Agung, it is an extensive complex of 23 separate but related temples. The largest and most important temple of this complex is Pura ...
Pejeng is a village located in Gianyar, Bali, just out of Ubud, in the valley of Petanu River. Pejeng is known for its Museum of Archeology, better known as Gedong Arca, which houses artifacts from the pre-historic and historic era of Bali. Aside from for its museum, Pejeng is also known for Pura Penataran Sasih, which is the one of the ...
After having enjoyed some island sounds from Gili last week, we have decided to go back to the local music scene and keep an eye out for those talents who might make a big name for themselves one day! This week on Artist of the Week, we have Nonekos, which is a pretty new band based in the charming small town of Amlapura, East Bali, where the ...
The small pagodas of the modest Balinese temple Pura Batu Bolong are perched at the end of a rocky volcanic promontory that leaps seaward into the Indian Ocean and is a family favorite spot to watch the sunset. The name comes from the rock underneath the temple pierced with a natural hole, Batu Bolong, literally means 'rock with ...
ARTIST OF THE WEEK
Still mingling in the indie music scene of Bali and still totally enjoying the process of exploring the talents presented in the island's bands! This week, we've decided to stay local and we're excited for you to catch up OR discover (depending on whether you've heard of these guys yet) Alison Rock! Alison Rock is a...







