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Besakih Temple
Major Hindu temple in Bali, Indonesia
About Besakih Temple
Besakih Temple is a pura Hindu temple in the village of Besakih on the slopes of Mount Agung in eastern Bali, Indonesia. It is the most important, largest, and holiest temple of Balinese Hinduism, and one of a series of Balinese temples. Perched nearly 1,000 meters up the side of Gunung Agung, it is not a single structure but an extensive complex of 23 separate but related temples, with the largest and most important being Pura Penataran Agung. The temple is built on six levels, terraced up the slope.
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Best time to visit
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Besakih Temple
Where is Besakih Temple?
Besakih Temple is in Indonesia. The nearest city is Amlapura, about 20 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Besakih Temple?
Yes. The 3-day Bali plan is about 22 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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