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The temple complex of Tirta Empul Temple in Manukaya in central Bali is a national cultural heritage site and one of the most important water temples in Indonesia. The temple complex was founding back in 926 AD and was built around a natural spring that is considered sacred – the name of the temple means “temple of the holy water” in Balinese. The temple complex is large and can be very busy – local people come here to pray and to purify themselves by bathing in the two purification pools, which are fed by 30 water spouts from the natural spring. There is a beautiful and serene koi pond, where you can relax and enjoy the spiritual ambiance of the complex. You can visit Tirta Empul on your own or join a tour, which will generally include a few of the other interesting Bali temples.
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