Pura Ulun Danu Bratan

One of Bali's most beautiful temple complexes is the 17th-century Pura Ulun Danu Bratan. It is located in the cool highlands of central Bali on a small island on the western edge of Lake Bratan.

The temple complex is devoted to Dewi Danu, the goddess of the sea and lakes, and Lake Bratan serves as one of Bali's primary supplies of irrigation and drinking water. The Buddhist stupa with figures of Buddha meditating in the lotus posture in niches on the square base is an attractive detail. It is located to the left of the entrance to the first courtyard. Early in the morning, before the arrival of the tour buses, is the ideal time to see this renowned Hindu temple complex.