Bali has a lot of temples in each area. In fact, you will see a small sham in almost every home residents. So, you can visit some famous temples during your vacation in Bali. Because there are many interesting stories that you can get there. The bonus is that you can see the worship activities of Hindus.

Tirta Sudamala Temple 

Besides the famous Besakih Temple, there are many temples in Bali also have interesting stories. If you are around Bangli, try visiting the Tirta Sudamala Temple. It is located in Sedit Hamlet, Bebalang Village, Bangli District, Bangli Regency. Its location is quite strategic because it is only about one kilometer from the city of Bangli. But prepare your energy! Because you have to walk about 20 minutes from the parking lot to the location of the temple which is located upstream of the river. The path you have to take is in the form of a winding downhill road. We recommend that you wear comfortable footwear to pass through the path comfortably.

In Tirta Sudamala Temple you can find eleven holy water showers. Balinese people usually do melukat in this shower. It's not only done in the Tirta Sudamala Temple to do this self-cleaning process from negative things. But Bangli people usually melukat in this temple. You can also try this! Before the self-cleaning activities begin, you need to go to the main temple to ask permission. Then a Pandita will lead a prayer and sprinkle holy water on you. After that, melukat activities can be carried out. You can see all series and procedures for melukat at the entrance of the main temple. 

The water fountain here is very fresh because the water comes directly from nature. Nine out of eleven showers are higher up. If you are interested in bathing in this shower you should prepare a change of clothes. You are free to use any clothes as long as it's polite. Well, for female tourists, it is better not to come to Tirta Sudamala Temple during menstruation. Because this is one of the taboos or rules that must be followed in all Balinese temples. 

Near the temple is a clear Sangsang River. Well, you must take a bath or wash your body in this river before finally bathing in the holy water fountain. If it turns out there is a negative disorder, your body will issue responses such as nausea, vomiting, and even possessed. For those of you who want to rid yourself of negative things, let's visit the temple! Because the water that comes out of the shower is believed to be sacred and bring peace to those who use it. 

To be able to visit this place, you should bring a change of clothes. Also, prepare funds to donate the temple in exchange for an entrance ticket. In order to maintain the safety and smoothness of your trip, bring personal belongings as necessary.