Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang, Temple complex on Mount Lempuyang, Karangasem, Indonesia.
Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang is a temple complex spread across multiple levels on Mount Lempuyang's slopes. The site features several sanctuaries with distinctive white split gates and traditional Balinese architectural elements positioned at varying elevations.
The temple was established in ancient times, as inscriptions from the 11th century record instructions for building a sanctuary on Mount Lempuyang. This early foundation makes it one of Bali's oldest religious sites.
The temple reflects Balinese Hindu beliefs about the relationship between earth, sky, and divine forces. Each level you climb carries a spiritual meaning in the arrangement of the sanctuaries.
Reaching the site requires climbing many steps as you ascend the mountain through different temple levels. Wear sturdy shoes and allow plenty of time, as the climb is physically demanding.
The temple is one of Bali's nine directional temples, specifically guarding the eastern direction of the island. This role places it within a larger spiritual protection system that encircles all of Bali.
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