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Must visit spot when in Bali, it’s a beautiful sacral place to spend with ❤️
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The Elephant Cave is an archaeological site with important historical value. The Elephant Cave has multiple baths and fountains, as well as various large-scale stone sculptures full of vicissitudes. There are three stone statues inside the cave, each of which is dressed in red and black clothes.
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- wecreate
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- wonderfulindonesia
Goa Gajah, Ubud, Bali#wecreate Goa Gajah or the Elephant Cave is located in Gianyar. There are two temples, one has the elephant cave and the other is the buddha temple. Just outside the temple is a market but there's no touting. The vendors will just leave you alone but do not rent the sarongs from them as they are provided at the entrance. As you enter the area, you will be greeted with steps going down towards the temple. The surrounding gardens are lovely & well maintained. You can feel the history as you enter the beautiful temple grounds, walked around and see the ruins of an ancient Buddha temple. #mytripvlog#tripblazers#awesomepic#summervacation#passionpassport#2023travelwish#bali#wonderfulindonesiaRobert1714
- myperfectstaycation
take a breath andAs you close your eyes, imagine the gentle breeze caressing your skin, the warm sun kissing your face, and the sound of nature serenading your ears. This is the kind of sensory experience that awaits you at Goa Gajah, the ancient archaeological site located in Bali, Indonesia. As you enter the temple complex, you will be enveloped in a rich cultural atmosphere that stimulates your senses. The sweet fragrance of incense and flowers permeates the air, and the sound of holy water cascading over ancient stone carvings creates a soothing symphony that lulls your senses into a state of bliss. As you explore the site, your eyes will feast on intricate stone carvings, statues, and temples that depict Hindu and Buddhist deities, revealing the rich history and culture of the region. You will be captivated by the intricate details and exquisite artistry that transports you back in time to a world of enchantment. And after you have soaked in the sensory pleasures of the site, you can venture out into the lush surrounding forests, which offer breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys, and experience the beauty of nature up close. So come, dear traveler, indulge your senses and immerse yourself in the magical world of Goa Gajah. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and enriched by the unforgettable sensory experience that awaits you.#myperfectstaycationco.8937
- newyearadventure
- 2023travelwish
- tripblazers
Goa GajahBeautiful temple, small fee to get in. Doesn’t take too long to walk around. A few temple areas to walk through and a jungle bit that’s gorgeous. There are some vendors inside selling waters, Knick knacks and things that can be a little pushy. Definitely worth a visit! There are taxis in the parking lot if you need to get one on the way out. Not a great road to walk on to visit (I walked there). There is a cafe & gelato place inside. I didn’t try them. Not too much else around to eat there, probably go to Ubud center for food. #newyearadventure #2023travelwish #tripblazersrussian world17
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- tripinspired
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The Pura Goa Gajah Temple!#celebratewithtrip The Pura Goa Gajah Temple is located only 5 minutes away from Ubud. It is a historically significant archeological site and one of the most popular tourist spots in Bali. It is quite an interesting old 9th century Hindu cave temple in Ubud. Since it is one of the most visited tourist areas, expect for a crowded place. We were lucky when we went there though, there weren't so many people. And also you can't wear shorts inside so just prepare something to cover or just wear pants. The place isn't that big so 15 to 30 minutes exploring it is enough. The entrance fee costs IDR50,000. Well, to be honest I think it's a bit pricey but for the experience that's alright. #celebratewithtrip #tripinspired #tripmoments #bali #templeJvictory17
- bucketlistreboot
Goa Gajah Temple#bucketlistreboot Goa Gajah Temple is an archaeological site of significant historical value that makes it a special place to visit in Ubud. Goa Gajah Temple dates back to the 11th century, built as a spiritual place for meditation. The main grounds are down a flight of steps from the roadside and parking area, which is lined with various art and souvenir shops and refreshment kiosks. Upon reaching the base you will come across a large wantilan or meeting hall and an assortment of large old stone carvings, some restored to their former full glory. Address: Bedulu, Blahbatuh, Gianyar Regency, BaliCerdic3
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- urbanexplorer
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- naturalwonders
Elephant Cave TempleGoa Gajah also known as Elephant Cave Temple is a historically significant archaeological site and one of the most popular tourist attraction in Bali. It was built in the 9th century, it is also an important place for many Balinese and served as a sanctuary. It is located near Ubud, Bali. It's only a 10 minute drive east from the Ubud market and town center. We luckily explore the Ubud market, where you can find different kinds of souvenir ranges from 10,000 rupiah - 500,000 rupiah. -Free admission -Only Donation (not compulsory) #themepark #urbanexplorer #staycation #nationalpark #awesomepic #createwithtrip #temples #santuary #naturalwonders Don't miss to visit this awesome place in Bali, Indonesia🙏🏻☺️🤙🏻Kim-Possible22
Ubud has too many gods, each with their own story🔵 Goa Gajah, the only cave temple in Bali. The Goa Gajah complex includes three parts: the cave itself, the holy spring pool, and the remnants of Buddhist architecture. The holy spring pool is an Indian-style open-air bath that has dried up, with three statues of maidens holding water pots on each side, which were the original water outlets. 🔵 The light inside the Elephant Cave is very dim, and the air is not very good, a bit stuffy, so we went in for a look and came out quickly. It is best to bring a flashlight when entering the cave. 🔵 Outside the cave, there are three open-air bathing pools, as well as temples, stone carvings, and pavilions. The whole area is quite large, and you can stroll around for a while. I think it looks even better as you go further inside. 🔵 Warm tips: Regardless of gender, you cannot wear shorts or short skirts here, so free sarongs are provided at the entrance. Everyone must wrap them around their waist when entering.TravelCultureGuru*8
- wecreate
Goa GajahAmazing and beautiful temple to visit in Bali. It is a good thing that before entering the temple they ask you to wear sarong around your waist to cover legs but one thing which I did not like is some people are sitting to loot tourists out of this. We were not aware that once we purchase the ticket to enter this temple they give sarong to wear and the people sitting outside in shops were luring us to buy sarong or even rent from them at high prices. #wecreateDicky Pranata23
- wintergetaway
Set in a beautiful valley location, Goa Gajah temple in Bali is a great, easier to access option that has history and holy places from both the Hindu and Buddhist Balinese cultures. #wintergetaway #wintergetawayGhie
The Elephant Cave is the only cave temple in Bali and is the most famous sightseeing project in southern Bali. It was first built in the 11th century. Elephant Cave is a cave that has nothing to do with elephants. The elephant cave was discovered by archaeologists in 1923. They originally wanted to find the elephant's trace through this cave. The name of the cave came from this. It is generally believed that this place was once the place where Buddhist monks practiced in the past. The cave on the inner wall of the cave may be the place where the practitioner sleeps.Barry_Lu_Pengyu.
The Elephant Cave in Bali is a very magical place. There is no such thing as the name of the cave. The widely recognized view is because the god of wisdom is enshrined in the cave. Others say that it was named after the Sungai Petanu, which was once called the river. Some people think that it is because the devil in the entrance gate looks like a head. The elephant cave ruins consist of three parts: the elephant cave itself, the holy spring pool and the Buddhist architectural heritage area. Shengquan Pool is an Indian-style open-air bath that has been dried up. There are three statues of girls holding water bottles on each side of the pool. It is the outlet of the year. In addition to the caves, the elephant caves also use stone statues of mountain rock sculptures, and the caves are engraved with vivid statues. There are three open-air baths outside the cave, as well as temples, stone carvings and pavilions.weiyishan.
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Must visit spot when in Bali, it’s a beautiful sacral place to spend with ❤️
There is no elephant in Bali, and there are many different theories about the origin of the name of the elephant cave. Some people said that the archaeologists originally wanted to find the trace of the elephant through this cave, so they called it the elephant cave. Very shaken, worth a visit!
After entering, he will sprinkle water on people. The chartered driver is a local young man, very religious wish, and then receive blessings. There is a free sari at the entrance, no need to buy, through the crowd that wants to sell your sari, bravely go inside.
This is one of the very good places, I highly recommend it to everyone to play together
Pleasant scenery, beautiful environment, good air quality
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The elephant cave is relatively small, pay attention to respect local customs, need to be surrounded by a gauze cage or belt. Xiangcat exports many small shops selling accessories, like the Ubud market, they will tell you in substandard Chinese: "one dollar, cheap~" Children's shoes like can buy back to remember, because "one dollar, cheap~" O (∩ _ ∩)O
On the way to Shengquan Temple, if you wear a skirt before entering, it will be tied up for free. It is not big inside, only a few foreign tourists can be seen. Compared with Shengquan Temple, there are many tourists everywhere. Shops outside the door are bold in bargaining. It is much cheaper than Shengquan Temple, and it is cheaper than a shop in downtown area.