Pura Dalem Tegallantang
Indonesia
About a 30-minute drive north of Ubud, Tegallalang Rice Terraces are one of the most famous areas to photograph these iconic landscapes and absorb their timeless beauty. Be aware that locals ask for donations along the most popular trail through the rice fields here, and many request fees for entrance and parking along the road. A relaxing way to enjoy the lush landscapes is at one of the many restaurants and cafés overlooking the fields.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome, observant travelers, to Pura Dalem Tegallantang. As we step away from the bustling tourist corridors of Ubud and into the quiet, shaded environs of this local village temple, the atmosphere shifts palpably. …
Listen in the app2The Candi Bentar: The Split Gate Threshold
We begin our physical and spiritual ascent at the Candi Bentar, the magnificent split gate that serves as the formal entrance to the temple complex. Architecturally, the Candi Bentar is striking; it appears as a single, towering,…
Listen in the app3The Jaba Pisan: The Outer Courtyard and the Kul-Kul
Having passed through the split gate, we now stand in the Jaba Pisan, the outermost courtyard of the temple complex. This space functions as the transitionary zone between the outside world and the holier inner sanctums. …
Listen in the app4The Jaba Tengah: The Realm of Preparation
We approach another gate, typically an elaborate, roofed gateway known as a Paduraksa, to enter the Jaba Tengah, the middle courtyard. This area represents a higher level of sanctity and functions as the grand staging ground for…
Listen in the app5The Jeroan: The Sacred Inner Sanctum
We now approach the holiest precinct of the complex: the Jeroan, or inner sanctum. Entry here is restricted during actual ceremonies, but we may observe its architecture respectfully. …
Listen in the app6The Setra: The Adjacent Cemetery
To truly comprehend the function of Pura Dalem Tegallantang, we must cast our gaze to the land immediately adjacent to the temple walls: the Setra, or village cemetery. The relationship between the Pura Dalem and the Setra is…
Listen in the app7The Family Shrines: The Clan Connection
As we conclude our exploration within the temple walls, it is important to contextualize this space within the broader fabric of Balinese society. While Pura Dalem Tegallantang serves the entire village community, you will notice…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we depart the shaded, sacred grounds of Pura Dalem Tegallantang, take a moment to reflect on the profound philosophical narrative woven into this architecture. We have walked through the gates of cosmic duality, stood in the…
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What is Pura Dalem Tegallantang?
Pura Dalem Tegallantang is a place in Indonesia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -8.5754, 115.2643 |
| Last updated |
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