LAKE BATUR, sightseeing place in bali

LAKE BATUR

Description: Lake Batur must be formerly the caldera of Mt. Batur, before it rose to its current peak, just nearby the lake. This caldera was caused by the most terrifying eruption of Batur Mountain in 1926. There is a holy spring the water of which is believed to be able to rinse human soul, the location of which Hindu’s ceremony regularly is celebrated. Near the lake is Batur Temple, one of the six Hindu main temples in Bali (Sad Kahyangan).

Location: Batur Lake is located in the sub-district of Kintamani, Bangli, 65 km from Denpasar.

Facility: accommodations, traditional boats, souvenir market, restaurants.