Ulun Danu Temple in Bali

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If you belong to the curious traveler category, this floating temple is a must-visit place. This temple has a fascinating history that attracts history buffs, adventure seekers, and theists who want to seek blessings in this beautiful, mysterious temple.

About Ulun Danu Temple

Located in Bedugul, on the western shore of Lake Bratan, the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is a stunning landmark and a revered religious site. The floating temple complex is surrounded by emerald mountains, creating a magical scene. Although no physical evidence supports this claim, local artisans who made daggers for kings and their armies are said to have built the shrines in myth. The temple complex comprises not one but nine different shrines, eight of which are devoted to Hindu gods and one to a Buddhist stupa.

Lord Shiva is the main god at the Penataran Agung Temple, Dewi Durga is the presiding deity at the Prajapati shrine, Rudra, Durga, and Mani Murda are the presiding deities at the Dalem Purwa, and Lord Vishu is the presiding deity at the Pura Meru Tumpang. Each shrine is divided into layers and constructed to resemble a Buddhist temple. The tallest of them all, with 11 tiers, is the Pura Meru Tumang.

The Bedugul Temple in Bali has a few temples that are accessible only by boat because they are situated on small islands. Transportation to and from the temples is provided by traditional boats and motorboats. To extend one's stay, one can also take a boat tour of the lake outside the temple compound.

How to reach Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Getting to Bedugul Temple in Bali requires hiring a car or renting a bike since there is no public transport. The temple is approximately an hour from Ubud and around two hours from Seminyak, Kuta, or Legian.

The temple is located just on the outskirts of Bedugul and can be accessed via the main roads of Bedugul highlands.

Points Of Interest for Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Hindu temple tour 

The Ulun Danu Bratan temple complex is home to some of Indonesia's most significant Hindu shrines. Each shrine is dedicated to a distinct god or goddess, and prayers occur daily. The Hindu temples, however, show intrinsically Buddhist designs, reflecting the wealth of Indonesia's religious history.

Buddhist Stupa 

Seeming out of place in the predominantly Hindu temple complex, the Buddhist Stupa indicates the country’s secular history. Settled just by the coast of the Beratan Lake, the Stupa forms a glorious sight to behold.

Explore the lake on a boat ride

Visitors can rent boats at the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple complex to enhance their experience. Hourly rentals are available for speedboats and pedal boats, allowing for easy navigation around the lake. Indonesian ships can also be used to visit the temple complexes for a more traditional option.

Tips for Ulun Danu Temple 

• You must bring warm clothing because the Ulun Danu shrine is located in the colder uplands of the mountainous landscape.
• Do not rush once you are inside the shrine. Take your time to enjoy the clean air and beautiful surroundings. Spend time walking around the temple and taking in the fascinating surroundings.
• Even though it is accessible year-round and available for visits, many people come during the rainy season to see and photograph "the floating temple." For domestic visitors, the entrance cost to Pura Ulun Danu Bratan is approximately IDR 7,500, while it is IDR 10,000 for foreigners. (prices are subject to change.)