Ulun Danu Temple

Ulun Danu Temple at Beratan Lake
"An ancient Hindu shrine"

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Beratan Lake is a lake located in Bedugul area, Candikuning village, Baturiti district, Tabanan regency of Bali. This lake is located on the provincial road that connects Denpasar with Singaraja. It is also close to Eka Karya Garden. In the middle of the lake there is a temple called Pura Ulun Danu.

Ulun Danu Temple is a place of worship to Sang Hyang Dewi Danu as the goddess of fertility giver. Dewi Danu who is believed to be his god, Vishnu, is in charge of maintaining the upright existence of words of wisdom in managing the natural process. The process of nature must be nurtured and well maintained by mankind with wisdom and policy. According to Canakya Nitisastra, if water and plants are managed without words of wisdom, they will bring disaster to mankind and other sentient beings. The existence of Pura Ulun Danu Batur in Kintamani was to strengthen its purpose. By the Balinese Hindu community, until now the place was used as a center of strengthening the soul to motivate the people in maintaining the lestarinya blend of natural processes with the fascinating process of human civilization development.

The Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is both a famous picturesque landmark and a significant temple complex located on the western side of the Beratan Lake in Bedugul, central Bali. The whole Bedugul area is actually a favorite cool upland weekend and holiday retreat for locals and island visitors alike from the southern and urban areas, as it is strategically located, connecting the island’s north and south. Ulun Danu Beratan, literally ‘the source temple of Lake Beratan’, is easily the island’s most iconic sanctuary sharing the scenic qualities with the seaside temples of Uluwatu and Tanah Lot. The smooth reflective surface of the lake surrounding most of the temple’s base creates a unique floating impression, while the mountain range of the Bedugul region encircling the lake provides the temple with a scenic backdrop.

The temple was built in the 17th century in worship of the main Hindu trinity, Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva, as well as the lake goddess, Dewi Danu. The sight and cool atmosphere of the Bali uplands have made the lake and this temple a favourite sightseeing and recreational spot as well as a frequently photographed site.

The history of the Ulun Danu temple can be traced back to the rise of the Mengwi kingdom. The ‘floating’ temple complex is comprised of four groups of shrines, including the prominent Lingga Petak shrine to its east. There are four gates facing each of the four points of the compass. The second group is located in the west and pays homage to another temple in the hill of Puncak Mangu and is regarded as the symbol of soil fertility. The ‘puncak’ or hilltop of Mangu is northeast of Lake Beratan.

Entering the temple gates, instantly noticeable are the typical Balinese architectural features and the tiered shrines. Inside the complex, the three main shrines are dedicated to the worship of god Vishnu which boasts 11 tiers, god Brahma with seven 7 tiers and Shiva with three tiers.

As the temple complex occupies a rather low lying side of the lake, the floating effect is thus featured when the lake’s water levels rise. This is the time for the most perfect photo opportunities.

Besides a silent witness and historical site of the golden days of the Mengwi kingdom, this temple complex is also home to a megalithic artifact in the form of a sarcophagus and stone tablet. This has led to the assumption that it was a consecrated site before the Hindu temple was built.

Good to Know about Ulun Danu Beratan Temple Ulun Danu Beratan temple’s anniversary ceremony or Piodalan takes place every Kliwon Julungwangi Tuesday on the Pawukon Balinese calendar cycle which occurs every 210 days. Also a grander Piodalan Agung takes place every 420 days. However, on any other regular day the serene lake views and cool uplands are an experience itself.

With the presence of Ulun Danu Temple, the scenery around the lake becomes more beautiful. Bedugul area is a place located in a mountainous area that has a cool and cozy atmosphere surrounded by tropical trees. It still looks natural, the reflection of shadow trees and sky on the water surface is very stunning eye sight. Sometimes the lake is covered with fog. Therefore, you will not regret visiting it.

There, you can enjoy the scenery casually while walking, boating, or photographing the surrounding environment. If you come to coincide with a good day according to Hindu calendar count, there you can see Balinese Hindus performing the Hindu or Ngaben worship ceremony.

Beratan Lake is located in Candi Kuning Village, Baturiti District, Tabanan, Bali. The distance is approximately 72 km from Kuta or Ngurah Rai Airport. If from the airport, you can travel for two hours to get to the lake using a private vehicle. Even so, you do not have to worry about getting bored on the trip, because along the way you will be treated to natural scenery, vegetable gardens, valleys, and you will enjoy the winding uphill streets.

This tourist attraction can also be reached by motor vehicle. This location connects Bangli City with Singaraja Town. While the object route connects the attractions of Batur Region with Tampaksiring and Besakih Tourism Objects.

After seeing Pura Ulu Danu in Lake Beratan area, please visit also Pura Piguman, Gelgel Temple, and Tanah Lot Beach.

Location Ulun Danu is very strategic because it is flanked by three other famous attractions, namely Gitgit Waterfall, Keasrian Danau Kembar: Buyan and Tamblingan, and Lovina Beach. Feel the sensation of fresh natural ecosystem in Sangeh forest, Pandawa Beach, and Panglipuran Traditional Village, Bali.

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