Pura Penataran Sasih

Entrance of Penataran Sasih
Chronogram of Penataran Sasih
Courtyard of Penataran Sasih
Pavilion that houses the Moon of Pejeng

Pura Penataran Sasih is a Hindu temple in Pejeng village, Bali. According to a modern chronogram displayed at the entrance, it was founded in 1266 AD and served as the state temple of the Pejeng Kingdom (1293 - 1343 AD).[1]

Significant features of the temple include:[2]

  • A split-gate entrance.
  • A modern chronogram in front of the entrance.
  • A collection of 10th-12th century[3] Hindu sculptures that were brought here from other parts of the island.
  • A very tall, stone Seat of Ganesh in the middle of the main courtyard.
  • The celebrated Moon of Pejeng, a very early and revered colossal bronze drum.

The temple stands 600 m north of the Gedong Arca Museum[4] where a number of archaeological relics are also held, including a fine collection of Balinese sarcophagi.

References

  1. ^ Robert Pringle (2004). A Short History of Bali: Indonesia's Hindu Realm. Allen & Unwin.
  2. ^ "Pura Penataran Sasih". Retrieved 3 November 2014.
  3. ^ Ryan Ver Berkmoes (2009). Lonely Planet Bali & Lombok. p. 201.
  4. ^ "Itinenary from Penataran Sasih temple to Gedong Arca museum". google.fr/maps.

8°30′49.54″S 115°17′36.50″E / 8.5137611°S 115.2934722°E / -8.5137611; 115.2934722

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