Pura Taman Saraswati, Hindu temple in Ubud, Indonesia.
Pura Taman Saraswati is a Hindu temple in Ubud featuring a central lotus pond surrounded by water gardens and detailed stone carvings. Three traditional red brick entrance gates mark the boundaries of the sacred grounds.
The temple was built between 1951 and 1952 by architect I Gusti Nyoman Lempad, commissioned by Prince Cokorda Gede Agung Sukawati. This period marks a significant moment in modern Balinese architecture and temple design.
The temple honors Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge and arts, and remains an active place for worship and traditional Balinese dance performances. People gather here to participate in ceremonies that reflect local spiritual beliefs and artistic traditions.
Visitors are expected to wear traditional sarongs and sashes when entering the temple grounds as a sign of respect. The site is open daily, and comfortable shoes are recommended for walking through the water gardens and stone pathways.
The temple features an architectural element called aling-aling, a red statue-like structure designed to ward off negative influences according to local beliefs. This protective device reflects traditional Balinese design principles that remain part of the site today.
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