Taman Ayun is an enormous temple compound nestled in Mengwi sub-district, more or less 18 km from the heart of Denpasar. Taman Ayun literally translates as a beautiful garden and is regarded as one of the most attractive temples in Bali.
It was built in 1634 by the King of Mengwi, I Gusti Agung Putu. The Temple is bordered by widw canals which irrigate the fields around the site. The temple is dedicated to the ancestor of Mengwi Dinasty and other important Gods. Taman Ayun Temple is regarded as the "Mother Temple" for Mengwi Kingdom. It's beauty and cultural value has made UNESCO to considr this temple to be a World Heritage Site.
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