bali local guide: Tegallinggah Cliff Temple, The History of Wrapped Natural Beauty

Tegallinggah Cliff Temple, The History of Wrapped Natural Beauty

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAS as a region with a majority of the population is Hindu, it is not surprising that in Bali found many temples and hermitage. Even the temple or the hermitage has existed since ancient times so sometimes resembles a cave or a temple. In addition to the elephant cave and cave garba that has been built since the time of history, a few years ago again found a temple in the area Tegallinggah, Bedulu, Blahbatu, Gianyar regency. The temple discovered by the original Dutch archaeologist, Krijsman, was estimated to be built in the 12th century. With the discovery of the temple increasingly memperiar Gianyar position as the center of ancient sites in Bali.

At that time Krijsman was conducting an investigation by digging in a small building located in the Pakerisan basin. The building is carved into the cliff wall and is only considered as an entrance gate by the local community. However, from the excavation is known that there is a ladder to the top in it. On each of the cliffs separated by the stream, found the temple complete with several different disparities.tegallinggah4

The right gate has a larger shape. But unfortunately now the gate is only a ruin. Two temples appear engraved in a courtyard which is behind the gate. While the left gate has a form like a semi-finished monastery. It is estimated that the work of the monastery has not been completed because of the earthquake disaster that had to be stopped. Seven fruit with three phallus are also found in the temple. These phalluses depict the three main gods in Hinduism known as Trimurti, namely Brahma God, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. While the overdraft is estimated as a hermitage to get closer to Sang Hyang Widhi.download

In addition to seeing the grandeur of the building from the past, the area around the Temple Trebing Tegallinggah also has a pretty beautiful natural appearance. Overlay terraced rice paddies will spoil your eyes on the way. Spring breeze brings a cool and fresh atmosphere and accompany you down the stairs. The tiredness of your trip also disappeared beautifully and the fresh atmosphere around. You do not have to worry when walking on the ladder. Because the steps of the stone has been made permanent so it is quite safe pass

So when you are in Bali do not miss to visit ancient sites with this stunning natural beauty. You can adventure history while admiring the beauty of the building in the past. The location is also not too far from Denpasar. You only need to travel as far as 24 km or about 35 minutes drive from Denpasar. For accommodation, you do not need to worry because in Gianyar area has established various cheap hotels in Bali you can use stay, such as: protected