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Taman Ayun Temple, Mengwi

No.10 Jalan Ayodya, Mengwi, Bali

Description

Pura Taman Ayun was a royal temple complex built in the 17th century in Mengwi, Bali. It comprised four different courts with multi-tiered pagodas and is encircled by a moat. The first inner court has a large hall used for community gatherings called a 'wantilan' and the third one is the most sacred: it contains a gate called Utama Mandala that is only open during specific ceremonies. It is one of the best places in Bali to attend festivals such as the piodalan that takes place every 210 days (same as Uluwatu or Tanah Lot temples).

Access & Transport

Address: Jalan Ayodya, Mengwi Mengwi is 75mins drive from Kuta / Seminyak and 45mins from Ubud. It lies next to Jl Raya Denpasar, one of the main north-south axis of communication (it links Denpasar with Singaraja, going past Danau Beratan).

Instructions & Recommendations

Entrance fee includes a sarong and sash. Museum Manusa Yadnya is located just across the road.

Meta review

The temple is a regular feature in cultural tours but somehow, and surprisingly, less known by independent travellers. Reviews are extremely good overall and many comment that it ranks as one of the best temple complexes in Bali. Visitors enjoy the well-taken care gardens, the quality of the craftsmanship of the archways and statues, and the quiet atmosphere compared to other temples.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral. Preserves Bali's architectural and cultural heritage

Conclusion

The temple complex of Taman Ayun is, in our opinion, one of the most enjoyable in Bali. It deserves a special trip but can also easily be included on the way to Lake Beratan or transferring between the Kuta/Seminyak and Ubud areas.

Key positive

Visually impressive

Not over-touristic and reasonable entrance fees

Key negative

None

Suitability

Suitable for all ages and accessible for visitors with reduced mobility. No religious denomination restrictions

About this Rating

TYPE

Onsite

RESEARCHED IN

June 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on Nyepi day

av. transport time:1h 15m

est. visit time:1h 15m

Regulated hours

Monday08:00 - 18:00

Tuesday08:00 - 18:00

Wednesday08:00 - 18:00

Thursday08:00 - 18:00

Friday08:00 - 18:00

Saturday08:00 - 18:00

Sunday08:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
IDR 50,000
Adult
12 - 64
IDR 50,000
Child
3 - 11
IDR 25,000
Infant
0 - 2
IDR 0
We are uncertain about children price and age threshold. Cheaper for Indonesian nationals

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