The World’s Sacred Places

Sacred Places

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Pura Lempuyang Luhur

Tri Buana, Abang, Karangasem Regency, Bali, Indonesia Hinduism

Revered mountain temple in eastern Bali, part of the Lempuyang complex known for religious pilgrimage and its photographed gateway.

Pura Agung Besakih

Besakih, Rendang, Karangasem Regency, Bali, Indonesia Hinduism

Bali’s principal Mother Temple complex on the slopes of Mount Agung, with many distinct shrines and major Hindu ceremonies.