Tirtagangga - The great beauty of pool complex

Fifteen kilometers northwest of Amlapura in the Karangasem regency of east Bali, the turnoff is just one-half kilometers beyond the bridge after leaving Amlapura. One of the prettiest places in all of Bali, tirtagangga ("Water of the Ganges") is a pool complex built by Raja Anak Agung Ngurah Ketut in 1947 on the site of a sacred spring that emerges from under a banyan tree.

With its shallow pools, pleasant cool weather, few mosquitoes, great beauty , quiet star-filled nights, and birds chirping over the constant sound of splashing water, Tirtagangga is perfect for relaxation. Sitting on the slopes of Gunung Agung, the open-air palace's fabled water basins, fountains , bizarre statues, and figures have been repeatedly damaged by earthquakes. Locals and the government are involved in a seemingly ceaseless restoration effort.

It's sublime experience to swim laps in the site's big flower-strewn pools filled from mountain streams. Pools are drained mornings, but completely fill again by afternoon. It costs a minimal amount to use the 45-meter long pool. The water is spine-tingling cold, so wait until noon to plunge in. After 1800 swimming is free of charge, but the water is too cold.

Stay with us at Bali Ametis Luxury Villas, and our butler will take you to Tirtagangga, the great beauty of pool complex in Bali. We will ensure you will have unforgettable memories during you stay at Bali Ametis Luxury Villas.

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