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Pura Tirta Empul Temple Ubud

Ubud, Indonesia

About Pura Tirta Empul Temple Ubud

A 10th-century water temple surrounding a sacred spring where Balinese Hindus perform ritual purification by bathing in the holy spring water flowing through a series of carved spouts. The active daily ceremonies, processions of white-clad devotees, and profound spiritual atmosphere make it the most meaningful temple visit in Bali.

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📍Tampaksiring, Gianyar, Bali 80552, Indonesia

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