Taman Ayun Temple is a Royal Temple of Mengwi Empire and it is located in Mengwi Village, Mengwi sub district, Badung regency and about 18 Km north side of Denpasar town.
This temple complex is the only temple complex of Bali that still has the characteristic terraced roof that can only be found in the structure of ancient buildings in Bali, called the Roof of Meru. This temple was built in the 16th century by King Mengwi as a shrine to the gods of Balinese Hinduism.
Between so many shrines and buildings is “paibon”, a building made of bricks, which has archeological value. The Paibon is used for the sanctuary of worshipping the divine ancestors of the people. The front face of this building is carved in relief among which is the split head of Kalahahu, the demon who helps the gods in their efforts to search for ambrosia.
Pura Taman Ayun covers an area of 250m by 100m, consists of a forecourt, a central court and a spacious inner court. The temple is surrounded by a moat with lotuses. Beyond the moat, the temple lies on a slightly raised ground. A tall stone gateway separates the forecourt from the central court, while the inner court is surrounded by a stone wall.
It is a beautiful place to visit on your vacation in Bali.
Source : http://www.indonesia-tourism-info.com/2010/09/taman-ayun-temple.html
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