Discover Bali’s Flowing Heart at Tirta Empul

Check out Pura Tirta Empul near Ubud, it is one of Bali’s most famous temples built around a natural spring that has flowed for centuries. The water feeds the pools where purification ceremonies take place every day, and visitors are welcome to join in or simply watch. The temple grounds are easy to enjoy too, shrines scattered across courtyards, and ponds full of colourful giant carp that gather when you toss in some feed. What sets Tirta Empul apart is how it’s not just a historic site but a living temple, where rituals continue and daily life blends with tradition. Remember: when entering the temple grounds, you’ll need to wear a sarong and sash, both provided at the entrance, as part of Bali’s temple dress code.