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Tirta Gangga Video Tour Posted by sasha on Jun 22, 2017
When traveling on Bali’s east coast in towns like Amed or Candidasa, you won’t want to miss the beautiful water palaces. Explore the Tirta Gangga water palace with us in this short video and start planning your trip!
Tanah Lot Video Tour Posted by sasha on Sep 22, 2016
Bali is the island of a thousand temples, and there seems to be one around every corner. One of the most popular to visit is Pura Tanah Lot, perched on a rock formation in the ocean. We’ve already learned the legend of this famous temple, now it’s time to see what it looks like. Take…
The Legend of Tanah Lot Posted by sasha on Sep 20, 2016
There are many temples in Bali, but perhaps none are more famous than Tanah Lot. This beautiful temple sits on a large offshore rock that has been shaped over the years by the ocean tide. There’s also a fascinating legend behind this temple. Learn about Balinese culture while learning some Indonesian language at the same…
Prambanan Temple Video Tour Posted by sasha on Feb 24, 2015
Not far from Yogyakarta, you’ll find the amazing 9th century Hindu temple compound of Prambanan. Dedicated to Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva (the Hindu Trinity), this ancient temple was given UNESCO status in 1991 and is one of the most popular attractions in Java.
Prambanan – Indonesia’s Largest Hindu Temple Posted by sasha on Feb 18, 2015
One of the highlights of traveling across Java is a visit to the 9th century Hindu temple compound of Prambanan. The largest Hindu temple in all of Indonesia and one of the biggest in SE Asia, this impressive structure was recognized as an outstanding religious complex when it was given UNESCO status in 1991. To…