Tirta Gangga

Tirta Gangga is a former royal palace in eastern Bali, Indonesia, about 5 kilometres from Karangasem, near Abang. It is noted for its water palace, owned by Karangasem Royal.

History

Tirta Gangga literally means water from the Ganges and it is a site of some reverence for the Hindu Balinese. Strictly, the name refers to the water palace built in 1948 by the Raja of Karangasem, Anak Agung Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem. It is, however, the name widely used to refer to the general area which includes the water palace and the lush rural areas around. Tirta Gangga water palace is a maze of pools and fountains surrounded by a lush garden and stone carvings and statues. The one hectare complex was built in 1946 by the late King of Karangsem but was destroyed almost entirely by the eruption of nearby Mount Agung in 1963. It has been lovingly re-built and restored and has an air of authentic royal magnificence.

The centrepiece of the palace is an eleven tiered fountain and there are many beautiful carvings and statues adorning the gardens. The area around Tirta Gangga is noted for its rice paddy terraces.

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Milan Regec
13 July 2013
Do not come in a rush hour and you will enjoy one of your most peacefull chill-outs in Bali. The sounds of birds, running water, bamboo gamelan and spectacular view underline honest Bali experience.
Gelpme
8 February 2012
It's not as acient as it seems! The primary draw is a lovely maze of pools,fountains surround by a lush garden and statues.Walk the tile path raising from the pool bottom.Experience the local colour!
Dewi Aliyah
4 September 2017
Recommended place to visit with family, they have 2 pools for kids & adult, and fish feeding as the other activity while you are here.
Alex
12 October 2015
Many tourists around 4pm, but very nice and picturesque place. Worth visiting if you are on a day trip to the north-east of Bali.
Darina Tarasova
15 January 2019
Невероятно красивое место. Нужно обязательно посетить. Купите на входе корм рыбкам. Вход 40к. Приезжайте до 12. После посещения рекомендую попробовать мороженое с манго за 5к слева от выхода.
Alex Cosmos SUN
13 March 2016
Возьмите на входе хлеб для рыб, берите сразу два ) очень забавное занятие кормить рыб, все карпы приплыли на кормежку.
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Unnamed Road, Abang, Karangasem 80852, Indonesia Get directions
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Sat 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sun 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
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Tue 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
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