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| Pura Tirta Empul, Bali |
The Pura Tirta Empul, Bali is considered among the distinguished temples in Indonesia. The temple is flocked by hordes of tourists from over the world throughout the year. The Pura Tirta Empul, Bali is reckoned as one of six most important temples in the beautiful island of Bali.
The Pura Tirta Empul, Bali is positioned northeast of Tampak Siring, in the midway between Ubud and Kintamani. The name ‘Tirta Empul’ refers to a crystal clear stream, the holy water of which is used for different religious ceremonies. The Pura Tirta Empul temple complex is situated around the popular holy springs, which supposedly possesses magical powers. Every 210 days a ceremony is performed at this temple complex.
Pura Tirta Empul, Bali is divided into 3 courtyards. At the first courtyard, there is a pool for public bathing. This bathing pool has springs gushing out through waterspouts. You will come across a number of bathing pools inside the inner sanctum as well.
Visitors to the Pura Tirta Empul in Bali are allowed to go up the main courtyard only. You can enjoy captivating views of the exquisite twin shrines and the split gate at the temple premise from the main courtyard. The courtyard has a huge open-air complex too.
The middle courtyard inside the temple houses the following –
- Pool with 13 fountains: Its holy water is used for cremation.
- Pool with 8 fountains: Its water is used for spiritual purification of sick people.
- Pool with 5 fountains: The holy water of this pool is used by people who come to pray.
You will witness an old stone sculpture at the last courtyard of the Pura Tirta Empul temple. This structure, in the form of buffalo, called ‘Nandi’, is well-preserved at this temple.
Reaching the Pura Tirta Empul, Bali is free of any hassle. After reaching Bali, you can come to this splendid temple by availing of a local private chartered van. Visit to this temple will surely make your trip a memorable one.
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