Indonesia is home to more than 2,000 ethnic groups and has a rich history which is deeply influenced by Hinduism, and Buddhism.
When you take a look at the best places to see in Bali, the list will have a lot of iconic temples and religious sites of the bygone eras. The dynasties during the 8th and 10th century left the biggest impact in the country and they built the Borobudur and Prambanan temples respectively.
If you staying at one of the hotels in the southern parts of Bali, like Bali International Convention Centre for instance, then it’s just a short drive to many historic sites like the Garuda Vishu Kencana National Park and the Pantai Gunung Payung Beach.
Bali has 17 Hindu temples and is also home the biggest Hindu temple in Indonesia, the Mother Temple of Besakih which was built in the 14th century. The Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, Goa Gajah, and the Tirtha Empul Temple are the other prominent temples in the country. Shiva temples are the most commonly found religious sites in Indonesia and in Balinese Pura means temple.
Indonesia is a Muslim country now, but Hinduism has a major influence in its culture and civilization, promoting cultural harmony within the country and all over the world too.
Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
