Tirta Gangga
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Tourist attraction in Indonesia
Tirta Gangga is a former royal palace in eastern Bali, Indonesia, about 5 kilometres from Karangasem, near Abang. Named after the sacred river Ganges in Hinduism, it is noted for the Karangasem royal water palace, bathing pools and its Patirthan temple.
Address: HHQQ+836, Jalan Raya Abang Desa Adat Jl. Raya Tirta Gangga, Ababi, Kec. Abang, Kabupaten Karangasem, Bali 80852, Indonesia
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 7 PM
Phone: +62 363 21697
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What is the significance of Tirta Gangga?
The water of Tirta Gangga, whose name means Sacred Water of the Ganges, has always been regarded as holy and is regularly used for religious temple ceremonies. Inside the walls of Tirta Gangga lies a garden comprised mainly of fresh-water pools fed by a flow of 500,000 gallons per day.
What is the religion of Tirta Gangga?
Tirta Gangga is based on the beliefs in Balinese Hinduism, where river Ganges and its waters are considered sacred. Its waters are cherished for irrigation and agricultural abundance, recreation and economic activity.
How old is Tirta Gangga?
Tirta Gangga was constructed in 1946 by the late King Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem, the king of Karangasem. It was designed as a place of worship and meditation for the royal family. Its grounds are spread over a large area with lush gardens and pathways.
What to wear to Tirta Gangga?
No, there is no dress code to visit Tirtagangga.