Monday, November 28, 2022

Bali Cooking Class Package

Bali Cooking Class Package

Taking a cooking class in Bali is a fun way to learn how to prepare Balinese food. From selecting the local ingredient to plating the food, our Balinese cooking lesson will take you on an exclusive journey. 


Bali cooking class


Additionally, we take you to a neighborhood market to look for regional ingredients before we start our Bali cooking class. The knowledgeable staff will drive you to the neighborhood market and hand you a list of ingredients to buy. 


Bali cooking class


This Bali Cooking Class will be led by a professional chef in the interim. On this Balinese cooking lesson, there will be 3 courses: an appetizer, a main dish, and a dessert. 


Bali cooking class


Additionally, we can provide cooking lessons in other cuisines like European, Asian, and Indonesian for an additional fee. As a result, taking a Bali cooking class is one of the must-do tourist activities while visiting Bali.


About what is this activity?

We pick you up from your hotel (within a certain area) to begin our Bali cooking class, and we then drop you off at the cooking class location. The staff will then drive you to the neighborhood market to start the Balinese cooking lesson. You can choose from a variety of local ingredients found here. We then start the cooking process when we return to the cooking class location. Before this activity begins, the professional chef will brief you on safety procedures and provide a brief explanation of the ingredients. You will learn how to prepare the appetizer, main course, and dessert in Balinese cuisine. The chef will also show you how to cut the ingredients, ravine the spices, cook the food, and plate it.


GALERY

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

Bali cooking class

At the conclusion, you will have the chance to sample your meal and take pleasure in lunch or dinner. After the cooking class is over, we will return you to your hotel. Therefore, this is one of the distinctive tours that visitors to this island enjoy taking.


Bali cooking class


Bali Cooking Class Price :

Mininum Booking 2 person

Participan Price/person
2 Person IDR 600.000


Price Include :

  • 21% government tax and service charge
  • Round trip hotel transfer
  • Traditional market visit (valid for certain area only)
  • Process of cooking (appetizer, main course and dessert)
  • A part of chef uniform (kitchen hat and apron)
  • Kitchenware rental
  • Ingredients
  • Recipes
  • Lunch or Dinner
  • Bali Cooking Class Certificate


Terms Payment:

  • Payment is Cash Payment
  • Payment is on the day itself with our driver
  • Payment with other currency will convert based on daily exchange rate

Note :

  • The price already include with 21% Government tax and Services
  • Cover Area for Pick up ( Ubud )
  • The Transfer will assist by English Speaking Tours Driver


HOW TO BOOK TOUR WITH US :

  • Call or hit us by Whatsapp +62 812-3683-536 / press the floating whatsapp button so you can directly connect with us
  • We will need to check the availibility of the tour you request
  • We will reply soon as possible after received your Tour Inquiry
  • If the Chat Form doesnt work, please send us email directly to this email : agendabalitour@gmail.com 

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Bali Atv Tours - Combine With Ayung Rafting ( Most travelers Choice )

Bali Atv Tours - Combine With Ayung Rafting ( Most travelers Choice )

Bali Atv Tours offers an unforgettable adventure through the island’s most beautiful landscapes on an ATV. Discover the best places to visit and enjoy the breathtaking views! Book online or call us today.

We offer a variety of tours throughout Bali, Indonesia. Our tours range from half day to full day excursions. Each tour has its own unique highlights and we will customize each one to fit your needs.


Bali ATV Tours Pakage 

ATV Tours Combine With white water ayung Rafting and finish with Bali Swing and Taste Of Luak Coffee.

Place interest you will visit :

  • Bali ATV


Get your adrenaline pumping and your ability to ride an ATV through rice fields, forests, rivers, villages, caves, and challenging waterfalls. Adventure for 1,5 - 2 hours by enjoying the natural beauty of rice fields-forest-river-goa. Safe for beginners because it is a semi-automatic motorbike and accompanied by reliable instructors. 


  • Bali White Water Rafting
Ayung rafting


Ayung River Rafting Tour is one of the best Bali Rafting tour in northern part of Ubud with the beautiful and high riverbank. Ripples irrigate the river rock, tracing Bali nature pass the river which is full of fun and pass the attractive and challenging rapids are the impressive Ayung Rafting experience on your vacation in Bali. 


  • Jungle Swing
Bali swing


Bali Swing Ubud is one of the most popular tourist attractions, where if you are already there you will find a different sensation. Treats a very beautiful natural panorama, and naturally spoils the visitors. Therefore, it is not surprising that every day there are always many people who flock to visit.



Currently, Bali Swing is a tourist destination that is in the spotlight because of its advantages and uniqueness and here you will also be presented with how to make Luwak Coffee and Herbal Tea. such as ginger tea, mangosteen tea etc.

Itinarary:

  • Bali Atv
  • Ayung Rafting
  • Jungle Swing

Price:

Participant Price/person
Adult USD $107
Children USD $75

Include:

  • Private Transfer
  • Driver As Guide
  • Lunch
  • All Activity ticket
  •  1.5 - 2 hour Quad Bike tour
  • Private Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Local Taxes
  • Branded international standard safety equipment and vehicles
  • Insurance
  • Entry/Admission - Atv / Quad bike adventure , Rafting , Swing and taste of Luak Coffee.

What to bring:

  • Change of clothes
  • flip flops
  • personal expenses
  • Sun block

Highlights

  1. Full-day tour in Bali including a quad bike tour , Rafting , Swing and taste of luak coffee
  2. See the Balinese countryside up close during an exhilarating quad bike tour
  3. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Ubud, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, and Legian
  4. Enjoy a delicious lunch and a visit to a local coffee plantation


Important Information

Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Villa, homestay, private home or port
Departure Time 8:30 AM
Duration 8-10 Hours

Exclusions

DVD (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)


Additional Info

  1. Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  2. Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  3. Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  4. Suitable for ages 16 - 80
  5. A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  6. What to bring: Sport shoes, comfortable clothes and sunscreen
  7. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  8. Insurance cover
  9. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Terms Payment:

  • Payment is Cash Payment
  • Payment is on the day itself with our driver
  • Payment with other currency will convert based on daily exchange rate

Note :

  • The price already include with 21% Government tax and Services
  • Cover Area for Pick up ( Kuta , Nusadua , Sanur , Seminyak , Ubud , Canggu )
  • The tour is Private Tours, means there is no other participant, just only you and your companion
  • The Tour will assist by English Speaking Tours Driver
  • Tour Guide can be requested, contact us if you want to request Tour Guide during the trip
  • Time and Tourism site is subject to change based on your request.
  • Let us know if you have a destination other than the list above. we will adjust the price and others

HOW TO BOOK TOUR WITH US :

  • Call or hit us by Whatsapp +62 812-3683-536 / press the floating whatsapp button so you can directly connect with us
  • We will need to check the availibility of the tour you request
  • We will reply soon as possible after received your Tour Inquiry
  • If the Chat Form doesnt work, please send us email directly to this email : agendabalitour@gmail.com 

Sunday, October 30, 2022

Mazon Elephant Park & Lodge Tour

Mazon Elephant Park & Lodge Tour

 Mason Elephant Park Ubud is the best family tourist attraction in Bali that offers a variety of interesting attractions, especially the exciting adventure of riding an elephant.



 Mason Elephant Park Bali, Enjoy Exciting Travel Experiences Riding ElephantsMason Elephant Park Bali, Enjoy Exciting Travel Experiences Riding Elephants


 Mason Elephant Park Ubud is the best family tourist attraction in Bali that offers a variety of interesting attractions, especially the exciting adventure of riding an elephant.



 Mason Elephant Park is an elephant-themed park.  This park can be said to be the same as other Elephant Safari Parks in Bali, where visitors will find various species of elephants, especially elephant species from Sumatra.


 This elephant park was inaugurated by the Minister of Tourism in 2000 in Gianyar Regency.  One of the elephant species that you can find is the Sumatran elephant.  Actually, this park was opened three years before the inauguration.



 Mason Elephant Safari Park has been named a member of the World Zoo Association.  This is motivated because this elephant park has met international standards on animal conservation.


 This tourist destination is very crowded with tourists.  Both local and foreign tourists.  This elephant park has its own charm that makes many tourists who come for vacation.


 1. Nature and Elephant Theme Park

 One of the attractions of Mason Park is that it is a tourist park that has a nature and elephant theme.  You will be invited to travel in the wild with one of the icons of Mason Park, namely the elephant.


 The elephants that you can find in Mason Park are of the Sumatran elephant species.  However, there are many other elephant species that also enliven this Mason park.


 2. Elephant World Learning Center

 In the Park Museum there is also a center for learning about the world of elephants.  In this case you can learn about the world of elephants.  Starting from the species, to how to preserve the animals that fall into this endangered category.



 3. Elephant Show

 Mason Elephant Park Attractions

 Photo by Instgaram Elif Burkut

 In addition to education, there is also an elephant show here.  This is intended to entertain the tourists who attend, especially for tourists who come with their children.  The elephant show itself is carried out with a specific schedule that has been determined.


Address & Route to Mason Elephant Safari Park Lokasi

 Location of Mason Elephant Safari Park

 This tourist location is located in the northern part of Ubud.  The exact location is in Tegallalang Village, Gianyar.  Mason Park is open to the public from 8 am to 6 pm.  To get to Mason Park, there are several routes or paths that you can take.


 If you are in Denpasar City, Bali, then the location from Mason Park is not far.  You only need to take about an hour drive.


 For those of you who come from outside the city or outside the island, you can use a complete car rental service and driver or you can also use a taxi to get to this tourist destination.


Mason Elephant Safari Park Entrance Ticket Prices:

 The price of admission to Mason Park tours does seem more expensive when compared to other tourist attractions.  The entrance ticket price set by Mason Park is in the range of 400 thousand rupiah to 600 thousand rupiah per tour package offered.


 With the price of the entrance ticket, visitors can get a tour package according to their wishes and budget.  You can also tour Mason Park to your heart's content while watching the elephants with all their activities.  The ticket price also includes all the facilities provided.


 Ticket prices for children under 3 years range from 145 thousand rupiah to 155 thousand rupiah.  For children aged 5 to 12 years, tickets are charged with different prices, which are around 360 thousand rupiah to 390 thousand rupiah per child.  As for adults, the ticket price reaches 530 thousand rupiah to 580 thousand rupiah.


Interesting Activities to Do at Mason Elephant Park:

 In addition to enjoying all the natural beauty that exists in this tourist spot, you can also take the time to do various interesting activities at this elephant park with your family.


 1. Take a History Tour at the Park Museum

 An interesting activity that you can do here is to take a historical tour at the Park Museum. Here you will see a replica of the most complete mammoth skeleton in the world. Not only that, you will also be invited to learn about elephants at the elephant world learning center.


 2. Interact Directly with Elephants

 In addition to having an educational tour in the form of an elephant history museum, you can also interact with elephants directly. Starting from taking pictures with elephants, riding elephants, feeding elephants, to participating in bathing elephants.


 However, you don't have to worry about safety when you interact directly with the elephants in Mason Park, because the elephants here are trained and are also used to the presence of humans around them.


 3. Tour the Taro Forest with Elephants

 One of the interesting activities that you can do when visiting Mason Elephant Safaro Park Bali is that you can go around the Taro Forest by riding an elephant. Here you will enjoy the beauty of the Taro Forest which is still very beautiful and natural.


 In addition to doing exciting things with elephants, you can also while enjoying the panoramic beauty of the Taro Forest which is very stunning. For those of you who are directly interacting with elephants for the first time, there is no need to worry. Because all the elephants in Mason Elephant Safari Park Bali have been trained and are used to the presence of humans around them.


 4. Eat Buffet by the Lake

 After getting tired of interacting with elephants and walking around Mason Park, you can enjoy a buffet meal at several available restaurants. This restaurant is deliberately built on the shores of the lake. The goal is that visitors can enjoy a meal while watching the activities of the elephants bathing.


 5. Play Water at Mason Lake

 The elephant show can be continued by watching the elephants being bathed in Mason Lake. Here, pre-visitors can also interact directly by bathing the elephants using the brush provided.


Facilities Available at Mason Elephant Safari Park:

 The facilities provided by the management of Mason Park are quite complete. Starting from toilets, prayer rooms, restaurants, elephant shows, to hotels for resting and staying.


 1. Elephant Show

 If you visit this tourist spot, the main facility that you will encounter is of course an elephant show. The elephants in the show are, of course, well-trained and tame. Various attractive will be displayed by the elephants here.


 The elephants are trained to be smart in doing various things, from playing ball to painting. The elephants here are also very good at following all orders given by the keeper. The elephant show is held in a special place such as the stands at a football game.


 If you want to see this elephant show, you must first know the schedule of the show. Because not every time the show is done.


 2. Where to Stay

 The next facility provided by the management of Mason Elephant Park is lodging. Here has provided a lodge in the area of ​​this tourist location. Visitors can rent this inn.


 This boutique hotel provides 27 rooms with unique offerings for each cottage. Where you will use elephants as a means of transportation around the inn or travel to the forest.


 3. Restaurant

 The next facility is a restaurant provided by the manager along the shores of the lake where the elephants used to play in the water and be bathed. Here, visitors can enjoy food while watching the elephants move.


 Tourists can choose various menus that have been provided by the restaurant. The prices offered are also quite varied, adjusted to the menu choices you choose.


 That's about nature and elephant-themed tourist attractions that you can feel if you are on vacation to Mason Elephant Safari Park Bali. Starting from the attraction, the facilities offered, to the interesting activities that can be done in this Manson Park. Judging from the reviews above, this tourist destination is indeed very interesting for you to visit.


Transportation Service :

Car Type Seat Price
Avanza/Xenia 7seat USD $45
Inova  7seat USD $75
Elf 15seat USD $90
Hiace 16seat USD $100




GALERY

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure

Mazon adventure


Saturday, October 29, 2022

Breakfast with Orangutan & Elephant Expedition Tour Packages

Breakfast with Orangutan & Elephant Expedition Tour Packages

Breakfast with orang utan and elephant ride
Source : Bali Zoo


Combo package - Start the most important meal of the day with our adorable orangutan then continue your jungle adventure from above a top of the biggest land animal in the world. Experience a thrilling oppurtunity to crossing olympic size pool.


  • Breakfast with orang utan

Breakfast with orang utan
Source : Bali Zoo


Breakfast with orangutans at the Bali zoo, this is one of the extraordinary experiences that you can enjoy with your family by enjoying breakfast accompanied by orangutans at the Bali zoo. enjoy your breakfast with our sweet Orangutan in their playground. This will be a new kind of experience in your holiday in Bali.


Along with the orangutan's entertaining antics, you get a delicious meal featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables with fruit juices, followed by fresh toast served with butter and jam. For the main course, enjoy your choice from eggs Benedict and homemade granola to the famous local rice dish of yellow rice. Add a cup of Balinese brewed coffee or a warm English breakfast tea for the perfect ending to your meal.


Bali zoo
Source : Bali Zoo


 Bali Zoo is one of the best zoos in Asia Pacific. It is a top choice of recreational park offering a fun education about wildlife. Bali Zoo is home to a variety of tropical plants and a wide collection of fauna ranging from mammals, birds and reptiles. Most of the zoo is shaded by trees and tropical gardens, offering pleasant walks through paved trails and through enclosures. It also offers a variety of experiences, such as pony rides as well as outdoor adventures.


  • Elephant Expedition Ride
Elephant Ride
Source : Bali Zoo

You will sit on the back of a Sumatran elephant with an experienced elephant handler. By sitting on the elephant's back, we will be invited to start from going around the zoo, crossing the river, going uphill and downhill, to crossing a large pond.

Bali Tour Packages Breakfast experience with orangutans and elephant rides at the inclusive zoo, elephant riding and walking on the wild side at the Zoo and hotel transfers are also included in the tour package using private cars.

PRICE :

Participant Price
Adult USD $107
Children USD $75

Activity Program Inclusions

  • Hotel return transfers
  • Breakfast with orangutan
  • Elephant expedition (approx. 20 minutes ride)
  • Zoo admission
  • Jungle Splash Waterplay
  •  Animals encounter and show
  •  Insurance.
  •  Duration 6 Hours (Approx.)

Last Check In : 08:30:00

Opening Hours : 08:00:00 - 17:00:00


Pick up area : 

  • Kuta, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Sanur, Ubud Area. Out of this area please contact us.

Terms Payment:

  1. Payment is Cash Payment
  2. Payment is on the day itself with our driver
  3. Payment with other currency will convert based on daily exchange rate

Note :

  • The price already include with 21% Government tax and Services
  • The Transver is Private , means there is no other participant, just only you and your companion
  • The Transver will assist by English Speaking Tours Driver

HOW TO BOOK :

  • Call or hit us by Whatsapp +62 812-3683-536 / press the floating whatsapp button so you can directly connect with us
  • We will need to check the availibility of the tour you request
  • We will reply soon as possible after received your Tour Inquiry
  • If the Chat Form doesnt work, please send us email directly to this email : agendabalitour@gmail.com 





Monday, October 24, 2022

Ulundanu Temple

Ulundanu Temple

Ulundanu Temple

 The iconic tourist destination in Bali besides Tanah Lot is Ulun Danu Bratan Temple.  Pictures of the temple on the edge of the lake have been scattered everywhere, and are often covered by foreign media.  In Indonesia alone, this temple is immortalized as one of the pictures on the Rp 50,000 banknote.  So, don't be surprised if the tour packages at this temple are always in demand by many travelers.


 To find out more complete information about Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, see the explanation below:


The Attraction of Ulun Danu Bratan Temple

 When taking the Ulun Danu Bratan Temple tour, you can do some interesting things below:


Ulundanu Temple

Capture the Temple View

 It is inevitable that the reason tourists take the Ulun Danu Bratan Temple tour is the view of the temple.  When visiting, tourists can take pictures of the temple from a different perspective.  The view of the temple near the lake with towering buildings looks beautiful on camera.  In addition, the mountain background also makes this area look more beautiful.


 Tourists who take this tour package can also take pictures of themselves with the background of the temple in a crowd or take selfies.


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Ulundanu Temple


Enjoying the Cool Air

 The Lake Bratan area where this temple stands is at an altitude of 1,239 meters above sea level.  This situation makes tourists who take tour, can enjoy the cool air and tend to be cold in the morning and evening.


 With unspoiled air, tourists can enjoy a comfortable and quiet tour.  Coming here not only satisfies the desire to take photos, but can also be used to calm the mind.  If tourists are tired of the hustle and bustle of Kuta and Seminyak, Lake Bratan is ready to welcome you with its silence.


Doing a Photography Session

 The attractive atmosphere and beautiful scenery make the Ulun Danu Bratan Temple tour package also a location for photography sessions.  Many professional photographers come here to make the temple scene a photography location.  They come with professional models or clients who want to hold a pre-wedding photo session.


Explore the Lake by Boat

 If tourists are tired of doing photography sessions and hunting for selfie locations, they can explore the lake.  The Ulun Danu Bratan Temple tour package provides boats that can be rented to explore the lake water from end to end until satisfied.


 While exploring in this tourist area, tourists can enjoy a comfortable and cool atmosphere.  This tour package will provide an amazing experience, so it feels like coming back again one day.


Exploring the Natural Temple Area

 In addition to exploring the lake area, those of you who take the Ulun Danu Bratan Temple tour package can also enjoy the mountainous area and surrounding parks.  Here, some animals such as deer are allowed to roam freely.  Tourists can approach and witness the beauty of the park and the life of the deer.


Information related to Ulun Danu Bratan Temple

 To make it easier for you when visiting Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, pay attention to the important information below:

  • Location: Jl.  Bedugul-Singaraja, Candikuning, Baturiti, Tabanan Regency, Bali
  • Operating hours: 08.00-18.00 WITA
  • Tourists who come here are allowed to do all photography sessions as long as they are polite and do not damage the facilities and temple buildings.


Tips for Visiting Ulun Danu Bratan Temple

 the tour to this temple runs smoothly, pay attention to the following tips:

  •  Wear polite clothes because this area is sacred by Hindus.  In addition, always wear clothes that are a bit thick because the Lake Bratan area is quite cold in the morning or evening.
  •  Obey all the rules inside the temple, such as not touching or damaging it.  Today, many tourists do everything they can to make it look hits even if they have to sacrifice the tourist attractions they visit.
  •  Enjoy the thrill of exploring by boat, but be careful because the average depth of the lake is 23 meters.  Ask the boat operator for a safety vest before traveling.
  •  To get a good picture, it is recommended to come in the morning because the atmosphere is still quiet.  Once daylight comes, you'll be hard pressed to get a good picture.


Vehicle Access to Ulun Danu Bratan Temple

In order to arrive safely at Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, tourists can use the following transportation: 

 Of the two modes of transportation above, it is recommended that you Hire Driver Bali because the location is quite far and there is a chance of traffic jams.  So, rather than the bloated transportation budget, it's better to rent a vehicle, either a car or a motorbike.

Saturday, October 22, 2022

Goa Gajah Temple - History and Entrance Fee Ticket

Goa Gajah Temple - History and Entrance Fee Ticket

goa gajah


 Goa Gajah Temple is one of the oldest temples in Bali with a very distinctive design and has a high historical value.  Instead of being shaped like a temple, actually from the appearance this place is more like a cave.


 Goa Gajah Temple is a Cultural Conservation Site building located in Bedulu Village, Blahbatuh District, Gianyar Regency.  This place is quite easy to access because it is on the Denpasar-Tampaksiring-Kintamani route and is still close to tourist attractions in Ubud.  What is the uniqueness of this cave-shaped temple?



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 This temple building is estimated to have been built in the XI century AD and has been since the reign of the Warmadewa Kingdom dynasty.  The Goa Gajah Cultural Heritage Site Complex has two parts to the north and south which are bordered by a moat.  According to a review of the architecture, the northern complex exhibits Shivaistic signs and the southern one has a Buddhist pattern.



 In the past, these two complexes were used by Shiva and Buddhist priests in one period and shows that the two religions can coexist there.  Goa Gajah is also used as a place of meditation by priests, yogis, and kings.


 Entering the temple area, tourists can see several buildings used to support religious ceremonies, namely Pharyangan, Limas Sari, Mount Lebah, Mount Agung, Ratu Ngurah Intersection, Panglurah Agung, Pura Taman, and Ratu Brayut.


 The temple itself is built of solid stone and has a nine-meter long hallway.  The construction of this cave is done by cutting some of the rock cliffs so that the front becomes a flat platform.


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 Ancient caves in Bali generally take the general form or pattern of houses.  However, Goa Gajah has a protruding front and is carved into a giant relief.  At the entrance of the cave, there is an ornate carving in the form of a kala head and beside it there are decorative leaves, human faces, and forest animals such as pigs and monkeys.


 Entering the inside of the cave, you can see the carved kumon and sahy(w)angsa inscriptions.  In Stutterheim's opinion, the typeface dates from the 11th century.



 The deeper into the cave, the shape will be wider.  In the hallway there are several large alcoves flanked by other smaller alcoves.  In the largest niche, there are fragments of the Shiva statue and curls of hair.  There are also statues of the Trilingga statue, the Dwarapala statue, the Squat statue, the Hariti statue, and the Ganesha statue.


 The single andesite statue of Ganesha in this cave has a height of 107 cm and is depicted sitting cross-legged holding a jug.  This four-handed statue is seen holding broken ivory, a bowl decorated with skulls, aksamala or prayer beads, and in the other hand holding a parasu or an ax.


 In the temple area, you can also find the Tukad Pakung Valley Complex.  Archaeological remains in this complex are in the form of building fragments, hermitage niches, reliefs of thirteen stacked umbrellas, reliefs of three-branched stupas, fragments of Buddha statues, and decorative reliefs carved into a number of stone blocks.


History of Goa Gajah Temple

 The discovery of Goa Gajah Temple was reported in 1923, at that time a high-ranking Dutch East Indies official mentioned the existence of the Ganesha, Trilingga, and Hariti statues.  From this report, Dr.  WF.  Sutterhiem and conducted research in Bali in 1925.


 This temple is also recorded in several inscriptions, but no one clearly mentions its name as Goa Gajah Temple.  In the Supplementary Songan Inscription and the Cempaga Inscription, for example, it is called Er Gajah.  Meanwhile, the Pandak Badung inscription mentions this place as Antarakunjarapadda.  In the Negarakertagama book in 1365 AD, the names of Baduga and Lwa Gajah in Bali are listed as Majapahit's territory.


Location Goa Gajah Temple

 The location of Goa Gajah itself is located in Bedulu Village, Blahbatuh District, Gianyar Regency.  If you are around Denpasar, it never hurts to visit the Cave which is only about 26 Kilometers away.


 Those around Kuta can also visit Goa, with an estimated distance of 40 Kilometers from Goa.  Or maybe if you happen to be around Ubud, you will be very happy with Goa tourism because it is only about 5 Kilometers away.


 Access for visiting tourists is also not too difficult, because it is on the main route Denpasar-Tampaksiring.  The location of Goa is more precisely in the Petanu river and is a confluence of small rivers in the area with a position on the edge of a ravine.


Route

 If you happen to be in Denpasar and intend to use public transportation, you may need to change your vehicle because there is no direct transportation from Denpasar. It would be better if you intend to visit Goa, it is advisable to use a private vehicle for means of travel, such as motorbikes, cars, or others.


 Travel time is about 55 minutes to 1 hour if you travel from Denpasar to the Goa location. That is the estimated time if you pass Jl. WR Supratman.


 Or if you are in Ubud, it will take about 20 minutes to go to Goa tourism by using private vehicles such as cars, motorbikes, or others. You can pass through Jl. Raya Ubud, and then proceed to Jl. Cok Gede Rai or Jl. Raya Goa Gajah to Bedudu.


Entrance ticket

 For visitors to Goa Gajah, an entrance ticket is charged to visitors of 50,000 per person, which is paid at the Pure entrance counter. With an additional parking fee of 5,000 if you use a car, and 3,000 if you use a motorbike.


 Opening hours

 If you want to visit Goa Gajah, open start from 07.00 to 16.00 for tourists. However, it is still active for 24 hours, because the location is still functioned by the community as a place of holy worship.


 Facility

 Parking lot

 If you want to visit Goa Gajah, now there are eParking facilities that are enabled for tourists. You only need to make a non-cash parking payment using only your cellphone to use this facility.




Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Lempuyang Temple / GATE of HEAVEN'S - The ultime Guide

Lempuyang Temple / GATE of HEAVEN'S - The ultime Guide

History , attraction, entrance ticket and the best way to visit Lempuyang Luhur Temple.


Lempuyang Temple


Lempuyang Luhur Temple located in the eastern part of the island of Bali, precisely in Karangasem Regency and is one of the tourist destinations in East Bali that must be visited.


This temple start to be famous about 3 years ago, when many posted photos when they were in a gate with the background of Mount Agung and the Gate began to be dubbed "The Gate Of Heaven" or the gate of heaven. Many of tourists come because they are amazed by the beauty of the largest and most important temple in Bali.



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Lempuyang Temple is located at an altitude of 1,175 meters above sea level.  And to get to the photo spot that is being viral, you have to rent a shuttle that has been provided in the parking area by paying 50,000 thousand / person


The location for taking photos that is currently viral is called Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple which is located in the Mount Lempuyang area.  Meanwhile, Lempuyang Luhur Temple is located at the top of a mountain.


Lempuyang temple


The Origin of the Name of Lempuyang Temple

 There are several versions of the history of Lempuyang Temple regarding this matter.  Let's start with the origin of the name of this highly respected temple. The word Lempuyang comes from the words "lempu" and "hyang".  Lempu means light while hyang is a designation for God.  So that Lempuyang Temple means the bright light of God.


 Because indeed Lempuyang Temple is located in the east of the island of Bali, which is the place where the sun first rises.


  In addition, there are those who say that the word Lempuyang comes from the word "empu" which means to guard.  This is based on a source which states that Hyang Pasupati sent his three sons to protect Bali Dwipa from all shocks and natural disasters.



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History of Lempuyang Temple

If referring to Lontar Kutara Kanda Dewa Purana Bangsul, which states that Sang Hyang Parameswara or Sang Hyang Pasupati brought the mountains in Bali from Jambudwipa, namely India (Mount Mahameru).


 The pieces of Mount Mahameru were then broken into three fairly large pieces, and several smaller pieces.  Where the middle part becomes Mount Batur and Mount Rinjani.

Meanwhile, the peak of the mountain is Mount Agung, which is the highest mountain on the island of Bali.  As for the fragments that are small in size, they become a series of interconnected mountains.  Like:

  •  canning mountain,
  •  weight,
  •  Nagaloka,
  •  Pulaki,
  •  Sangkur Peak,
  •  Rangda Hill,
  •  Trate Bang,
  •  field of Dawa,
  •  andhakasa,
  •  sraya,
  •  Uluwatu,
  •  Tapsai, dan
  •  Mount Lempuyang itself

 In the text it is also stated that Sang Hyang Parameswara or Hyang Pasupati assigned his son, Sang Hyang Agni Jaya Sakti, to come down to Bali with the aim of maintaining the welfare of the island of Bali.


Sang Hyang Agni Jaya Sakti then took a palace at Pura Luhur Lempuyang along with several other gods who came down to Bali.  So it is not surprising that Lempuyang Temple has become so important among Hindus.


Meanwhile, based on the Lontar Markandeya Purana, Lempuyang Temple was founded by Rsi Markandeya around the 8th century AD as a place of prayer as well as spreading Hindu religious teachings.


Lempuyang Temple is divided into three mandalas, namely:

  •  Lempuyang Sor,
  •  Lempuyang Madya, and
  •  Lempuyang Luhur.


Location and Address of Lempuyang Temple

 The location of Lempuyang Temple is on the eastern tip of the island of Bali, precisely on the eastern slope of Mount Lempuyang.  As for the address of Lempuyang Temple, it is in Abang District, Karangasem Regency, Bali.


Route to Lempuyang Temple

 The way to reach Lempuyang Temple is if you depart from Denpasar city by heading to Amlapura city which is the capital of Karangasem Regency.


 Or you can go to Semarapura and take the direction to Besakih.  Travel time is about 2 hours if departing from the city of Bali.


 Currently the car park will be diverted to an available parking location, then to get to Lempuyang Temple you have to use the shuttle bus. The shuttle bus costs 50,000 thousand. Meanwhile, for those who use motorbikes, you can continue to drive to a location near the entrance counter.


 After getting off the shuttle bus, you have to continue the journey on foot for about 5 to 10 minutes.  Or you can also use the services of a motorcycle taxi, and pay around Rp.  10.000 - 20.000


Lempuyang Temple Opening Hours

 The operating hours of Lempuyang Temple itself are open every Monday to Sunday from 06.00 am to 07.00 pm.  The best time to visit the temple is in the morning and evening, and when the weather is sunny so you can take a perfect view of Mount Agung.


Lempuyang Temple Entrance Ticket

 The entrance ticket to Lempuyang Temple is Rp.  50.000/person includes the cloth that you must use when visiting Lempuyang Temple. and an additional fee for the shuttle bus is 50.000/person. the total fee to be paid is IDR 100,000 if you want to visit the lempuyang temple


The Attraction of Lempuyang Temple

 1.Gate of heaven's



 This is a visitor's favorite when visiting Lempuyang Temple.  Namely a gate with a stunning view of natural beauty coupled with the valor of Mount Agung.


 Visitors can take pictures at the gate with the help of a local photographer, to produce very cool and eye-catching photos.  With the beauty of the panorama it has, it is only natural that the gate is nicknamed the Gates Of Heaven.


 2. Gelung Jaba Tengah Temple


IMPORTANT!!!

Special Provisions When Visiting Lempuyang Temple

Lempuyang Temple is a sacred place for Hindus, so there are some rules or regulations when in the temple.  These provisions include:
  1. It is forbidden to wear revealing clothes.
  2. Every visitor who comes must use the cloth given when buying a ticket.
  3. Do not kiss or do other indecent things.
  4. It is forbidden to use images using drones.
  5. For women who are menstruating or menstruating, it is forbidden to enter the temple area.
  6. Some of these provisions are clearly displayed when in the Lempuyang Temple area.


The best way to get to Lempuyang Temple:

  • Public transportation facilities to get to the tourist attractions of Pura Luhur Lempuyang and nearby or nearby attractions, will be difficult for you to find.  Especially if you stay at Kuta tourist attractions.  Then what is the best way for a vacation, to be comfortable and safe?
  • If you stay in the tourist areas of Ubud or Kuta, using a taxi will make your transportation costs swell.  The best way is Hire Driver Bali All incusion


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  • There is a reason why we say, Hire Driver Bali All incusion is more cost-effective, comfortable and safe.  The rental system in car rental + driver services in Bali, uses a minimum usage duration of 10 hours in one day.
  • As an example.  You use a Toyota Avanza car rental with a driver in Bali with a route to Lempuyang Temple, the rental fee is USD $65/car with duration 10 hours plus fuel.
  • If you use a taxi, when the taxi is waiting at a tourist spot, the meter still runs.  Therefore, the cost of a taxi becomes much more expensive, than using car rental services and drivers in Bali.
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