Tirta Empul

Pura Tirta Empul
temple in Bali
#4 in Bali / #9 in Indonesia
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by Saranabhi
/ CC BY-SA 3.0

Tirta Empul is a sacred Hindu water temple located in the village of Tampaksiring, Bali, Indonesia. Established around a natural spring, the temple is renowned for its holy water, which is used for ritual purification by Balinese Hindus. The site dates back to 962 AD and reflects traditional Balinese architecture, featuring intricate stone carvings and lush surroundings. Visitors to Tirta Empul can observe or participate in the purification rituals, which involve bathing in the temple's series of fountains.


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