Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal, Hindu temple in Monkey Forest, Ubud, Indonesia
Pura Dalem Agung Padangtegal is a Balinese temple located within Monkey Forest with intricately carved stone elements and traditional architectural design. The structure features multiple tiers of roofing decorated with carved details that exemplify classic Balinese temple design.
The temple dates back approximately to the 14th century and was built during the Pejeng Dynasty period. It stands as one of three temples within the Monkey Forest complex and reflects the long history of Hindu faith in this region.
This temple is dedicated to Shiva and serves as a place where local Balinese Hindus perform their religious practices. Visitors can observe people leaving offerings and participating in ceremonies that reflect beliefs about life, death, and spiritual renewal.
Visitors must wear sarongs and sashes to enter, which are available to rent at the entrance. Access to the temple runs through Monkey Forest during the facility's operating hours.
The temple grounds are inhabited by a resident group of crab-eating macaques that roam freely among the sacred structures and interact with visitors. This coexistence of religious spaces and wild animals creates a singular experience found nowhere else.
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