From epic monuments in ancient Egypt to beautiful Buddhist buildings in East Asia, humankind has been adding a touch of beauty to its places of worship for as long as we’ve been worshipping. Our immersive group trips are all about embracing local history and culture, so how about joining one of these trips that visit some of the most beautiful temples on the planet.
Lempuyang, Bali
The island paradise of Bali is covered in glorious examples of Hindu temple architecture, but none are quite so perfectly positioned as Lempuyang. Found high upon the mountain of the same name, the complex’s primary temple – Pura Penataran Agung Lempuyang – is characterised by its striking white split gateway. The complex is regarded as one of the six holiest sites in Bali, and that sense of spirituality exudes not only from the beauty of the man-made creations, but also of the natural backdrop they enjoy. The most spectacular (and popular) spot is the gorgeous Gates of Heaven, which act as a kind of perfect accidental photo frame. On a clear day the gates look straight out to Mount Agung volcano, Bali’s highest peak. We’ll visit Lempuyang on day six of our memory-making Blissful Bali trip – we won’t judge if you spend 15 minutes trying to get the perfect angle for your Gates of Heaven shot.
About the author
Gethin Morgan has developed an exciting portfolio across a series of roles at Culture Trip. With a keen interest in food and drink, Gethin is also particularly interested in niche or alternative travel which, in his case, usually involves following the Wales national soccer team to Europe's most obscure cities.
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