Perancak Temple, a Charming Religious Tourism Destination in Jembrana Bali

Perancak Temple, a Charming Religious Tourism Destination in Jembrana Bali

ADMIN    2/23/2023    Comment   

Ticket price: Free; Map: Location Check Address: Percak, Kec. Jembrana, Kab. Jembrana, Bali.

The West Bali area is not only famous for its harbors and national parks, but also as a place for hundreds of temples. One of them that can be found in Jembrana Regency is the Perancak Temple.

Perancak Temple or also called Pura Gede Perancak is a Hindu temple located in Perancak Village. Initially, the purpose of making this temple or temple was as a means to commemorate the arrival of a well-known figure namely Dang Hyang Nirartha to the island of Bali around 1546.

Often, tourists mistakenly call the Perancak Temple and the Dalem Perancak Temple located in Berawa Tibubenang, Canggu. Although the name is almost the same, both have different locations and history. So, if you want to know more, let’s look at the following details.

The Tourist Attraction of Perancak Temple

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Unlike other temples in Bali, Perancak Temple has several attractions, such as:

1. Has a Unique History

Perancak Temple is also known as the Dang Kahyangan Temple which was created Ida Pedanda Sakti Wawu is coming in honor of the arrival of the legend as well as the leading propagator of Hinduism namely Dang Hyang Nirartha.

As holy priest, Dang Hyang Nirartha has great charisma that makes King Blambangan’s younger brother fall in love with him. However, to avoid conflict, he finally moved to the mouth of the Tanjung Ketapang River, which is currently known as Perancak Village. Well, that’s where this temple was made.

2. Beautiful & Beautiful Views

The atmosphere in the village of Perancak Jembrana Bali is very beautiful. As soon as you arrive at the location, you can immediately see the beautiful scenery around which is still full of trees waving to each other blown by the coastal breeze with the rippling sound of river water which is so reassuring.

If you look around the village, you can see villages full of traditional houses that are so iconic with the characteristics of traditional Balinese houses. Of course, the experience of visiting this temple can be a religious tour that you will never forget.

3. Pura with Meru Susun Tiga

Perancak Temple has existed since ancient times even though it was only a stone used for worship. It is said that I Gustri Ngurah Rangsasa, who at that time was the village leader, forced Dang Hyang Nirartha to pray at the temple. But finally the rock split into two and the temple collapsed.

Finally, the village leader apologized for the incident and Dang Hyang Nirartha restored the collapsed temple to a magnificent temple with three overlapping meru. On the left is an adjoining building that reflects I Gusti Ngurah Rangsasa. Because it comes from the word encak, finally it is now called the Perancak Temple.

4. Temple with Dahkahyangan Status

Unlike other temples, Dahkayangan Perancak Temple is one of the temples that has received Dahkahyangan status from the 8 main temples in Bali. Therefore, almost every day someone always comes to pray at this place.

Because of its location far from the capital city, this temple is less popular and rarely even known by tourists. However, it actually provides flexibility and calm for those who want to tank or pray at this temple.

Address & How to Get to the Location

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The address of Perancak Temple is located in Perancak Village, Jembrana District, Jembrana Regency, Bali. The location is on the banks of the Perancak River and Perancak Beach and adjacent to the Perancak Mangrovo Ecotourism & Kurma Asih Sea Turtle Conservation Center.

As one of the largest temples in Jembrana Regency, of course almost every local community knows about this one temple. So, if you have trouble finding the route, then don’t hesitate to ask local residents.

So, if you come from Kota Negara Square, Jembrana, then the required distance is around 9.4 km and takes about 20 minutes if you access it by car or motorbike. Here is the route you can take:

• From the Kota Negara Square Square, please take a southwest direction towards Jl Raya Denpasar – Gilimanuk
• After that, enter Jl Arjuna and continue to Jl Danu Buyan with a distance of about 650 meters
• Continue to Jl Pulau Jawa and keep following the road for about 6.4 km
• After crossing, you have arrived at Perancak and continue through the Perancak Circuit
• Enter Jl Arjuna then continue until Jl Mekar Sari, now you have arrived at your destination

Perancak Temple Entrance Ticket Price

The entrance ticket to Pura Gede Perancak is completely free. You are free to visit as long as you wear decent clothes, it is highly recommended to use a special sarong that is usually worn by local people when visiting temples.

As it is a sacred place, you are also advised to bring offerings such as flowers and holy water. For women who are menstruating, it is advised not to visit any of these holy places.

In addition, there are no other costs such as parking fees. However, you can make a sincere donation for the management of this temple to the local temple administrators.

Type	Information
Entrance Ticket	Free
Parking fee	Free
Operational hour	Every day, 07.00 – 17.00 WITA
Visit Recommendations	All day

Variety of Interesting Activities to Do

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You can do a variety of interesting activities while visiting Perancak Temple. Here are some of them:

1. Praying and Praying

For those of you who are Balinese Hindus, you can pray or tank by coming and visiting the Perancak Temple in person. If you want to pray or give thanks, then don’t forget to contact the local temple administrator first.

2. Attending the Piodalan Ceremony

Piodalan is a celebration of the birthday of a temple. This piodalan ritual includes obligations that must be carried out by the village karma in order to show their devotion to Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa. Piodalan is generally carried out once a year or once every six months.

3. Visit the Perancak River & Beach

Because of its location which is squeezed by the river and the beach at the same time, you can have a vacation at the same time while visiting the temple. Moreover, most of the people of this village are fishermen, so you can easily find various grilled fish stalls located on the beach.

Tourism Facilities at Perancak Temple

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Even though it is not specifically designated as a destination like other temples in Bali, we can find various facilities to support your needs at this temple. Among them:

• Parking lot
• Toilet
• Rest area

Those are some interesting things about the Perancak Temple which is one of the biggest temples in Jembrana, Bali. Hopefully this is useful and can be a reference for your next vacation destination!

The Enchantment of Shiva Mahadeva Park, an Iconic Beautiful Garden in Jembrana Bali

The Enchantment of Shiva Mahadeva Park, an Iconic Beautiful Garden in Jembrana Bali

ADMIN    2/22/2023    Comment   

Ticket price: Free; Map: Location Check Address: Gilimanuk, Kec. Melaya, Kab. Jembrana, Bali.

If South Bali is famous for its beautiful beaches and is a destination for international tourists, West Bali is actually famous for its lush forest areas with various tourist destinations in the form of parks. One of them is the Gilimanuk Bay Tourism Area, which includes the Shiva Mahadeva Park.

Mahadewa Shiva Park is located in Jembrana Regency, which is located right in front of the Gilimanuk Bali Harbor and Terminal. Therefore, apart from being a family recreation area, this park is also often used as a resting place for drivers or tourists who have just traveled from Java to Bali.

In contrast to South Bali tours which tend to be full of crowds, this park has a fairly calm atmosphere even though it is close to public facilities. Moreover, the people of Gilimanuk are so friendly in welcoming every visiting tourist that makes us so enthusiastic to visit it.

Shiva Mahadeva Park Tourist Attraction

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Shiva Park has several advantages that make it a special attraction for local and foreign tourists. Here are some of them:

1. Statue of Lord Shiva 22 meters high

Although most of the Gilimanuk people are Muslim, this statue of a god has become a symbol for the island of Bali, where most of its adherents are Hindus. For the Hindu community, the Shiva Mahadeva Statue is believed to be a decoration that will help eliminate negative aura.

Therefore, the statue was built right in front of Gilimanuk Harbor which is the main gate for all visitors from outside the island of Bali. Therefore, apart from being a symbol or tourism icon for the island of Bali, it is also hoped that it can be a means of expelling negative things for visitors.

2. Enter the Gilimanuk Bay Tourism Area

When visiting Shiva Mahadeva Park, you can not only see the beauty of the extraordinarily magnificent statues. But also see several other tourist attractions that are still in the Gilimanuk Bay Tourism Area and of course have such beautiful & stunning panoramas.

Among them are Gilimanuk Bay which is right next to Shiva Park, then there is the Museum of Archaeological Sites and Early Man Gilimanuk, Aqua Dreamland Bali, Segara Gilimanuk Temple, and there is also New Karang Sewau Gilimanuk. In fact, if possible you can take a vacation to Kalong Island and Bird Island which are located in Gilimanuk Mud Bay.

3. Location Right Opposite Gilimanuk Harbour

By having a location right across from Gilimanuk Harbor, of course, making access to this park very easy. Visitors who come from outside the island can easily visit it when they arrive on the island of Bali through the port.

Initially, the Shiva Statue was ritually inaugurated by the worshipers and led by the Local Hindu Priest. At that time, I Made Kembang Hartawan, as Deputy Regent of Jembrana, was also present. The government itself hopes that this tourist destination can become a tourist icon as well as pride for the people of Jembrana.

4. Beautiful Panorama with Cool Atmosphere

Do what you want refreshing light, then this Gilimanuk Bay Tourism Area can be the best choice for you to try. With panoramic views of the Prapat Agung peninsula and beautiful views of the mangrove forest, you can relax while unwinding from the tiring daily activities.

Moreover, the location is very close to the West Bali National Park. That way, oxygen circulation in this place is very good even though it is close to the port and terminal. If you feel hot, you can also stop by the Shiva Park Gazebo which is located in Mahadeva Shiva Park.

Address & How to Get to the Location

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Mahadewa Shiva Park is located in Gilimanuk Village, Kec. Melaya, Jembrana Regency, Bali, Indonesia. The location is right in front of the exit of Bali’s Gilimanuk Harbor, so you can walk from the port to the park with a distance of about 50 meters.

Right around the park, there are various other interesting tourist destinations that you can visit. Starting from Aqua Dreamland Bali, Gilimanuk Bay, Segara Gilimanuk Temple, Gilimanuk Early Man Museum, Karangsewu Beach, Kalong Island, and Bird Island.

Because of its location which is very close to the port, this makes Shiva Park a short tourist destination with a 1-day itinerary for visitors from Java Island. Moreover, in the vicinity there are many interesting sights that are worth visiting.

Shiva Mahadeva Park Entrance Ticket Prices

You need to know, this exotic park is fully managed by the Jembrana Regency Bali Environment Service & Tourism Office. The local district government does not charge an entry fee at all for visitors who come to this place.

Even though it’s free, the facilities provided are complete with various photo spots that can be used for selfies for young people who want to exist on social media. Moreover, access to this place is very good because it is located on a major highway.

Type	Information
Entrance Ticket	Free
Parking fee	Free
Operational hour	Monday – Sunday, 24 hours
Contact	0878 6165 1476

Variety of Interesting Activities to Do

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During your vacation to Shiva Park, you can find a variety of interesting activities, such as the following:

1. Enjoy the Enchanting View

The garden is neatly arranged with green grass and full of colorful flowers and no less important is a statue of Lord Shiva with a height of 22 meters dominated by blue and yellow, of course, is the main attraction of this place. What’s more, the peaceful atmosphere and cool air make you feel at home for long in it.

2. Relax in the Shiva Park Gazebo

Along the edge of Mahadeva Shiva Park, there are several huts or gazebos that can be used as resting and relaxing places for visitors. Generally, those who are tired of traveling by sea will usually stop at this gazebo to just lie down or relax for a while before continuing their journey.

3. Hunt for Beautiful Photo Spots

The Shiva Mahadeva statue is very beautiful when used as a means to take pictures for visitors. For those of you who like to upload photos to social media, then this park could be the right choice to try.

4. Snorkeling and Diving at Secret Bay

For those of you who want to enjoy the beauty of the sea, then you can dive in the middle of Secret Bay or commonly known as Gilimanuk Bay. For the beach, it is rarely used for swimming because there are usually sea urchins. However, in the middle there is an extraordinary beauty of underwater scenery.

Tourism Facilities in Shiva Mahadeva Park

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Generally, public tourist attractions with free entry fees have many drawbacks in terms of facilities. However, this is not the case with Mahadeva Shiva Park because it has complete facilities such as:

• information Center
• Park bench
• Gazebo
• Beach Bridge
• The Reed Tree
• Garden Lights
• Traditional Boat
• Roadside stall

Such is the interesting information about Mahadewa Shiva Park in the Gilimanuk Tourism Area, happy holidays!

Twin Sumur Temple, Unique Temple & Melukat Ritual Place in Jembrana Bali

Twin Sumur Temple, Unique Temple & Melukat Ritual Place in Jembrana Bali

ADMIN    2/18/2023    Comment   

Ticket price: Free; Map: Location Check Address: Jl. Raya Denpasar – Gilimanuk, Gilimanuk, Kec. Melaya, Kab. Jembrana, Bali.

Apart from being famous for the diversity of flora and fauna in the West Bali National Park (TNBB), West Bali also has a unique temple with its trademark being 2 sacred wells commonly known as the Sumur Kembar Temple.

For the local Balinese Hindu community, apart from being used as a place of worship, this temple is also used as a means of holy bathing to remove negative energy attached to their souls and bodies. The two wells in it are divided into two, one for men’s bath and the other for women’s bath.

So, if you are also interested in bathing in the holy well, it is hoped that you will bring a pejati as a means of offering and respecting it. Generally, pejati contains various offerings such as 3-colored flowers, green coconut and lotus flowers.

The Attraction of Twin Sumur Temple Tours

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Compared to several other types of temples, Sumur Kembar Temple has several advantages and its own charm. Among them are:

1. Two Wells for Holy Bathing

In the past, many people used this well as a means to find pesugihan. By taking a bath and drinking the water he got from the two wells in it. Currently, this well is still used for holy bathing, but with the management of the community and local stakeholders.

The two wells are named as lanang wells and wadon wells. Both are used for sacred baths for men and women. Based on local people’s stories, it is known that this well was built in the Dutch colonial era and became the main spring for residents of the local neighborhood community.

2. As a Place for Melukat Rituals

This place originally contained only two wells. However, in the end, the surrounding community made it a temple so that it could be a place of worship for visitors as well as a place for melukat or wounding.

Melukat itself is a ritual of spiritual cleansing of the soul and mind using holy water. So, not all temples can be used for melukat and the timing is only done on auspicious days like the full moon days, Kajeng Kliwon day, and Tilem. As long as they dress modestly and are not menstruating, tourists are allowed to take part in the ritual.

3. Cool and Peaceful Shades

If you are bored just going on vacation to the beach or to a night club, try to calm your heart and mind by visiting the Sumur Kembar Temple. Because of its remote location and in the middle of a forest, it is rarely visited so that the resulting nuance is very calm and peaceful.

Usually, tourists who visit this temple are those who carry out a series of religious tours by visiting various temples or after visiting the West Bali National Park. If you visit the area, then it would be nice to visit this temple.

4. A Few Meters Away from the Beach

Visiting the temple while enjoying the beauty of the beach? Of course, I can! You can visit the twin Sumur Temple which is located right on the west coast of Bali Island, and you can see the uniqueness of the temple while enjoying the beauty of the beach.

From the beach, the location is only about 50 meters which can be accessed via the footpath that has been provided. Because the beach is a high rock cliff, be sure to be careful, especially when the tide arrives. Around the beach can be the best location to enjoy sunset given its exact location facing west.

Address and Route to Location

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The address of Sumur Twin Temple is located on Jl. Raya Denpasar – Gilimanuk, Gilimanuk, Kec. Melaya, Jembrana Regency, Bali. The location is in a forest full of dense trees, so often people don’t find this temple, instead the Tirtha Segara Rupek temple is not far to the south.

On Jl. Raya Denpasar – Gilimanuk, there are several tourist destinations that you can visit at the same time. Among them are the Gilimanuk Archaeological Museum, New Karang Sewu Gilimanuk, West BALI National Park Camping Ground, Tirta Empul Ulu Temple, Tirtha Segara Rupek Temple, Gelung Kori Gilimanuk Temple, and many more.

Well, if accessed from Gilimanuk Harbor, then the required distance is around 6.7 km with a travel time of about 11 minutes when accessed via four-wheeled vehicles. Here are the route details that you can use:

• From Gilimanuk port, please head northeast to enter Jl Raya Denpasar – Gilimanuk
• If you arrive at the West Bali National Park Statue T-junction, keep going straight ahead
• At the KTH Maju Mapan Rest Area T-junction, keep going straight for several hundred meters
• So, on the right side of the road you can find Sumur Kembar Temple, but you need to follow the path and enter the forest

The price of the entrance ticket to the Sumur Twin Temple

When you enter Sumur Kembar Temple, you will not be charged at all. However, it is necessary to pay attention to maintaining cleanliness, calm and sanctity around the temple because it is a sacred place for Hindus.

There are no other costs such as parking, you can park it outside the temple area because it has a large enough space. For cars, it might be difficult to reach the temple location so you can park it on the edge of the path that leads to the temple.

Type	Information
Entrance Ticket	Free
Operational hour	Every day, 06.00 – 18.00 WITA
Visit Recommendations	All day
Parking fee	Free

Variety of Interesting Activities to Do

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There are several interesting activities that you can do while visiting Sumur Kembar Temple, including the following:

1. Doing Tangkil to the Temple

For those of you who are Hindus, when you visit the Sumur Kembar Temple, you can also perform the ritual or worship. You can invite friends, family, or relatives to do the kueh together as well as bring the appropriate offerings.

2. Holy Bath with Spouse

Generally, couples who expect their love to last forever perform a bathing ritual together led by a local priest or priest. Lanang wells are used for men’s baths while wadon wells are used for women’s baths.

3. Enjoying Sunset on the Beach

Its location which is only a few meters from the beach, of course, allows you to visit the beach facing west at the same time. From the top of the high rock cliffs, you can enjoy the beauty sunset which is incredibly beautiful.

Facilities Available at Sumur Kembar Temple

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In terms of facilities, this hits temple still has limited facilities. However, it has met your needs during your visit, including the following:

• Toilet
• Bathroom
• Rest area
• Parking lot

So, those are some things that we can share about the Sumur Twin Temple. Don’t forget to visit while on vacation in Bali!

Jati Jembrana Temple, a Hindu Temple with Unique Three Branched Teak Trees in Bali

Jati Jembrana Temple, a Hindu Temple with Unique Three Branched Teak Trees in Bali

ADMIN    2/17/2023    Comment   

Ticket price: Free; Map: Location Check Address: Pengambengan, Kec. State, Kab. Jembrana, Bali.

As an area that has earned the nickname “The Island of a Thousand Temples”, Bali is of course a place where thousands of temples have been established as a place of worship for Hindus as well as a tourist destination for local and foreign communities. Among the thousands of existing temples, there is one temple that is not well known to tourists but has its own charm, namely the Jati Jembrana Temple.

As the name suggests, this temple is located in Jembrana Regency, Bali, which is a spiritual tourism destination for visitors. Compared to other temples, the mystical atmosphere here is so thick that it is used as a means of embracing (cleansing the soul) as a form of devotion to Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa.

This temple has a distinctive feature in the form of a large teak tree that still emits water even in the long dry season. This is the main attraction for tourists. If you are also interested in visiting it, let’s see the complete information below.

Jati Jembrana Temple Tourist Attraction

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It’s good, before deciding to visit this temple, you try to find out in advance the various attractions it has. Here are some examples:

1. Temple with Unique Architecture

Just like other Balinese Hindu temples, the architecture of this temple is quite unique. Even though it doesn’t have as many reliefs as Hindu temples in other areas, such as the Prambanan temple complex, this Balinese temple is still beautiful to look at.

If you have ever visited Pura Maospahit, at a glance this temple has similarities. Namely arranged from red bricks in almost the entire building. In addition, the distinctive features of the roof are 3 steps and a high gate. Don’t forget that there are Tedung or Pajēng in some parts of the temple which is one of the special sacred objects of Balinese Hinduism.

2. Three Branched Teak Tree

It is called the Jati temple because in this temple complex there is a very large tree, namely a teak tree with three branches. If you look at it from any angle, of course this teak tree will look different compared to the teak trees you have encountered so far.

It doesn’t end there, this teak tree also has its own uniqueness. Namely the stems produce water that is not endless. According to local myths, when the water recedes, a disaster will occur in Bali or in Indonesia.

3. Where the Melukat Ritual is Performed

Not all temples, baths, sea, or other historical places in Bali can be used as places for melukat. Well, one of the temples that can be used as a place to melukat is the Jati Jembrana Temple which is famous for its strong spiritual nuances.

In Hinduism, melukat is a ceremony to cleanse the soul from bad things, including disease. In addition, it is also a means of getting closer to God Almighty. Melukat is usually done on sacred days such as the full moon, tilem, and kajeng kliwon. If you want to try it, then don’t forget to bring two pejati and a tunjung flower.

4. An Ageless Holy Water Source That Never Ebbs

As we mentioned earlier, the teak tree in this temple has a source of water that never recedes even during a long dry season. This water is one of the conditions for melukat.

So, the teak tree has a hole in the middle so that it produces water every time so that it will not run out even if it is taken every time. Not only that, in the myth it is also described that this temple has a “lipi duwe” a small snake that guards the temple.

Address and Route to Location

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The address of Jati Jembrana Temple is located in Pengambengan, Negara District, Jembrana Regency, Bali. The location is quite close to the All in One Jembrana circuit, Sunset All in One Jembrana, and Pengambengan Sunset View.

If you are currently in the State City Square, then the distance that can be traversed to get here is around 7.6 km and takes around 13 minutes. Here are the route details that you can take:

• Enter Jl Raya Denpasar – Gilimanuk which goes to Jl Arjuna
• Turn left onto Jl Desa Kaliakah and continue onto Jl Yudistira
• Turn right onto Baluk 3 then continue onto Jl
• After 350 meters, turn right onto Jl Raya Negara – Pengambengan
• Turn left then you will find a temple on the left side of the road

Entrance Ticket Prices for Temple Jati Jembrana

People who will visit Pura Jati will not be charged at all. So, you don’t need to pay any other fees. However, it is advisable to bring pejati and tunjung flowers if you really want to pray in them.

When entering the temple, make sure to wear decent clothes. If possible use a traditional Balinese sarong to pay more respect to the Hindu holy place.

There is no parking fee at all. Unless the local community is holding it. However, parking fees are often not charged even though they have a large enough parking area for two or four-wheeled vehicles.

Type	Information
Entrance Ticket	Free
Operational hour	Every day, 24 hours
Visit Recommendations	07.00 – 12.00
Parking fee	Free

Activities That Can Be Done at Jati Jembrana Temple

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As a visitor, you can do the following activities at Jati Jembrana Temple:

1. Performing the Melukat Ritual

This temple has a holy spring in the trunk of a teak tree that never dries. Visitors can use it to perform the melukat ritual.

In addition to being useful for eliminating bad luck, it is also useful for cleaning all the negative things that are attached to our body and soul.

2. Nangkil at the Piodalan Ceremony

For Hindus, Tangkil or Angkal is a tradition that is like an obligation. Nangkil is a form of offering to God through a temple. Not only large temples that can be used to perform rituals, but also small temples like the Jati Jembrana Temple.

Well, the Tangkil itself can be done during piodalan or the anniversary of the holy place that will be used for prayer. At the Jati temple, the piodalan falls on Wuku Sinta, Soma Torn, or Rahana Soma. Piodalan is always hosted by several villages at once so it always runs smoothly.

3. Pray at the Temple

Especially for Hindus, you can perform a prayer ceremony at this Jati Jembrana temple. Be sure to bring all the equipment needed along with appropriate clothing.

Because it is not directly guarded by the local community, make sure you maintain politeness and prioritize the honor of the place of worship which is also a sacred place full of mystical nuances.

Facilities available at Jati Jembrana Temple

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This religious tourism object provides facilities that are able to meet the needs of visitors even though it is completely free. Among them:

• Vehicle parking area
• Toilets/showers
• Rest area
• Warung (outside the temple)

Those are the details that we can provide about the Jati Jembrana Temple in Bali, are you interested in visiting it?