Sidemen Trekking and Besakih Temple Tour

Sidemen Trekking and Besakih Temple Tour is a full day tour package that visits Sidemen and also combined with visiting some interesting tourist attractions in the same direction. The first thing to visit is a unique traditional village located in Bangli Regency. The journey taken to get to this village is about 2 hours drive from Kuta. The traditional village in question is Penglipuran Village. This village is famous as one of the cleanest villages and the people still practice and preserve Balinese culture in their daily lives.

The next visit is to the largest temple in Bali which is also called the Mother temple. The temple in question is Besakih Temple, which is located on the slopes of the sacred Mount Agung, precisely in Besakih Village, Rendang District, Karangasem Regency. Besakih Temple is the largest temple complex in Bali. This temple is a pilgrimage center for Balinese Hindus and its surroundings.

The most recently visited tourist spot is Sidemen. Sidemen is one of the sub-districts in Karangasem Regency. Sidemen area is a valley area surrounded by hills with fresh cool air. Here visitors will be presented with views of rice fields with various types of plants, hilly scenery and can see the beauty of Mount Agung.

Sidemen Trekking and Besakih Temple Tour, Visiting :

Penglipuran Traditional Village

Penglipuran Village is a unique traditional village located in Bangli Regency. The village is famous for maintaining a strong cultural heritage and unique traditional Balinese architecture. The houses of the locals who inhabit Penglipuran Village are built following typical Balinese architectural traditions. The buildings are generally made of bamboo, wood, and alang-alang roofs, with similar designs for each house.

Penglipuran Village is designed around a central temple, called Pura Desa, as a spiritual and communal focal point. The village maintains a traditional Balinese social structure that encourages harmony and co-operation among its residents.
Penglipuran residents are active in preserving their cultural practices and rituals, which are an integral part of Balinese Hinduism. Visitors can witness traditional ceremonies such as temple festivals (odalan) and religious processions, depending on the time of their visit.

Penglipuran Village is becoming a popular tourist destination due to its well-preserved culture and the natural beauty of the village. Efforts are made to strike a balance between tourism and cultural preservation, ensuring that Penglipuran Village remains authentic.
Visitors can explore the village on foot, observing the traditional architecture and daily life of the villagers. Cultural performances, handicraft demonstrations and guided tours are available to provide a deeper understanding of Balinese culture.

Besakih Temple

Besakih Temple is the largest and most sacred temple on the island of Bali. This temple is also known as the Mother Temple. Besakih Temple is located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest mountain in Bali which is considered sacred in Balinese Hinduism. The temple is located at the foot of Mount Agung, about 1,000 metres above sea level, in Besakih Village, Rendang Sub-district, Karangasem Regency, Bali. It is believed to be the spiritual centre of Bali and the highest centre of worship for Hindus on the island.

Besakih Temple consists of a vast temple complex, with more than 80 temples spread over an area of about 3 hectares. The complex is built in a typical Balinese architectural style, with stone gates (candi bentar) adorning its entrance and building structures incorporating traditional elements.

Besakih Temple is the main place of worship for Balinese Hindus, who believe that this temple is the home of spirits and a place of worship for the main Gods in Balinese Hinduism. Every year, Besakih Temple hosts various religious ceremonies and major festivals, including the important Galungan and Kuningan celebrations.

Besakih Temple has a rich history, with roots stretching back centuries. This sacred place has always been a focal point of attention since ancient times, and continues to receive visits from pilgrims and tourists from all over the world.

Visiting Besakih Temple provides an in-depth experience of Balinese spiritual and cultural life. Visitors can witness religious rituals held with great sacredness, as well as enjoy the beauty of the architecture and natural surroundings. As with most sacred places, visitors are expected to respect the rules and etiquette that apply, including dressing modestly and respecting the ceremonies that are taking place.

Sidemen

Sidemen is one of the sub-districts in the government area of Karangasem Regency, Bali. This sub-district has a large area, covering 10 villages with different potentials. The centre point of tourism in Sidemen District is still dominated by Sidemen Village. This village is located between the hills with views of rice fields, hills and also Mount Agung.

Sidemen is a tourist destination because it has a well-preserved and beautiful nature. Here, travellers can explore rice fields overgrown with various types of horticultural plants. Nature in Sidemen also presents a calm atmosphere with fresh cool air combined with green scenery.

In addition to exploring the beauty of nature, travellers who come to this place can visit the traditional making of Songket cloth. The traditional market of the locals is also an interesting thing to visit, to see the interaction of the local community.

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