Pura Dalem Agung

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Pura Dalem Agung

Ubud


Nestled within the Ubud Monkey Forest, the Pura Dalem Agung has a real Indiana Jones feel to it; the entrance to the inner temple features Rangda figures devouring children. Entrance is limited to worshippers.


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