The Tirta Empul is one of the most visited water temples in Indonesia – Tirta Empul roughly translates to water gushing from the earth. Considered to be very sacred by the Balinese, this temple has several holy springs, believed to have been created by God Indra and that the waters purify those who bathe here. According to the legends in a manuscript called Usana Bali, Tirta Empul came into being after an epic battle between a powerful yet wicked king named Mayadenawa and a God, Bhatara Indra. The death of Mayadenawa is being commemorated even to this day – symbolically as the victory of good over evil, in a ceremony called Galungan.
Location : Tampaksiring, Ubud
Time for visit : 9 AM to 6 PM for visitors / 24 hours for worship
Tips : Guide recommended. Respect dress code of Sarong.
Visit time : Roughly 2-3 hours including praying time
Ideal visit : March to September
