Tirta Empul Temple
Tirta Empul Temple
4.5
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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About
Built in the 10th-century, Tirta Empul temple is a Hindu Balinese water temple, and is considered sacred by the community. Worshippers take part in ancient cleansing rituals here and visitors are welcomed to join. Nestled in the lush Balinese countryside amid rice terraces and coffee plantations, the Vishnu-dedicated Hindu complex gets packed with devotees on full moon nights, when it takes on an even more special significance to them. You might get to watch a ceremonial dance performance too. For fewer crowds, visit early in the morning. After entering, you can rent a sarong for a small donation to wear during the ritual. – Tripadvisor
Tampaksiring, Indonesia

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2024

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anshul g
Pune, India32 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
This is a crowded temple where people come for Purification under Holy Water coming from a spring inside the temple. Try and visit the place early in morning as it can get very crowded during the day. Certain parts of the temple aren't open for visitors and only for locals performing ceremonies.
Written February 6, 2020
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Radu B
Cluj-Napoca, Romania467 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
We enjoyed watching holy traditions, seeing the intricate carvings & learning about the history. Always crowded. A MUST stop of our trip to Alas Harun, Tegalalang, Gunung Kawi, Pura Kehen & Penglipuran. There are multiple temples, fish ponds, and holy water fountains for purification. Access fee 50k IDR with sarong included. For water "purification" you need to rent another sarong for 10k IDR and a locker 15k IDR. Changing rooms are basic. Exit path full of stalls selling fruit and souvenirs.
Written January 30, 2020
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Lorena
Barcelona, Spain136 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Couples
Sacred temple where to do the ritual of purification with water. The entrance is very economical for Westerners, so it is worth entering and marvel at the buildings and engravings. They give you a sarong to dress properly, because we already know how Westerners dress in very hot countries. It was a discovery for us because we found it by chance after visiting the rice terraces.
Written January 29, 2020
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Spur0701
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4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Tirta Empul is a Hindu temple built in the 10th century, or so our guide Marta told us. Built on top of a spring, it's water is considered holy and bathing in the waters is considered one of those 'must do' Bali experiences

There is an entrance fee of 50000K per person, you get a sarong to cover your knees.....but we skipped actually getting in the water and performing the purification rites. We arrived latter in the afternoon shortly a rain shower so it was not as crowded as some other have commented.

Definitely an interesting experience, beautiful venue, definitely worth seeing as long as it's not too crowded.

Be aware that as you exit the complex you'll have to run a long gauntlet of tourist shops, pretty much all selling the same thing, some of the shop keepers can be a little aggressive.
Written April 9, 2020
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JustJyv
Makati, Philippines571 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
It's one of those places that you'll feel a little different - grounded and connected.

This place is crowded with locals trying to get their blessings and foreigns who want to try the experience.

I thought since it's crowded it will be pretty much just one of those things that you do just to get it done with, surprisingly it didn't feel that way. Through Kadek's information and guidance (they do it for free but of course just give tip - he takes nice candid photos/videos too), I have really felt a connection and put forth my intention into the universe.

The water was a bit cold since it rained that afternoon and we got there pretty late (almost closing time).

Note: the entrance fee is 50kIDR which includes the sarung to enter the temple. If you want to experience the holy spring/water fountain then you'll pay extra 30k IDR for locker and another set of sarung that you can wear while you dip and get blessed.
Written December 21, 2022
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CKF
CT2,163 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Tirta Empul Temple shows up on every list of "must sees" near Ubud, and for good reason. This is a truly special experience, where you can watch believers in a water purification/baptism type ritual. You will see a series of spouts. Each person begins at the far left spout and works their way to the right. I don't know too much about Hinduism, but I found this fascinating to watch.

Your 50 IDR per person entry fee includes a sarong and is well worth the money. Enjoy!
Written March 28, 2020
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hyd_foodexplorer
Hyderabad, India615 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
Post breakfast at the hotel we visited the Tirta Empul Temple. The temples here are more of architecture and nature. You have to wear a sarong to enter. They are given for free outside so that shouldn’t be a problem. You are not allowed to go to the main temple where they shrine is located but you can cover the rest of the temple.
You can also take a dip in the bathing complex but you wont be allowed inside, so i would recommend you to take a dip on your way back.
Written May 3, 2020
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Vancouver, Canada6,642 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Friends
Our private tour guide explained how locals come here e.g. monthly to purify themselves with the holy water. With a brush he splashed water on our head and we sipped a touch of holy water sprinkled to our hand. They bring an offering and pay their respect. We got to see the springs where the water comes from. There is koi fish pond as well where you can buy fish food to feed them. Very enlightening experience. Men or women must rent a sarong before entering.
Written July 11, 2023
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SBal
Penang Island, Malaysia256 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019
A very spiritual place in Bali to experience the Hindu rituals as well as nature. The temple is situated amidst a forest which gives a very pleasant feel inside the temple. Dipping ourselves in the tirta pool with a huge crowd makes us feel grounded. It is quite crowded though. So have to wait for a long time in the queue for each tirta. Better to visit late in the evening so that the crowd will be less hence could enjoy the tirta as well as the temple campus well. Also could get relaxed after a long day.
Written September 15, 2020
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Olga
Beijing, China55 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Couples
We went there at about 11am, there were many people by that time. Entrance fee is 50000 IDR per person, locker 15000 IDR, sarong for swimming 10000 IDR per person. You should start with a walk around the temple because after you get wet, you're not allowed to do that.
We were waiting to wash in the holy water for 1 hour. You should wait in water which is cold.
It has some special spirit, we liked the place!!!
Written January 2, 2020
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