Besakih - The Mother Temple

Bali's largest and holiest temple, built in terraces up the slopes of Mount Agung.

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Pura Besakih is Bali's largest and holiest temple complex - more than 20 temples set in terraces up the slope of sacred Mount Agung. Known as the "Mother Temple," it has been the spiritual heart of the island for over a thousand years. Sarong and guide are included so you can explore it with the right context and respect.

Climbing the wide stone stairways past soaring shrines and split gates, with Agung rising behind and the valley falling away below, gives a real sense of why this place is so revered. On a clear day, the mountain views are as memorable as the temple itself.

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