Taman Ayun Temple With Rustic Charm Ponds In Bali, Indonesia Royalty-Free Stock Image

Taman Ayun Temple was built in the 17th century precisely started in 1632, and and finished in 1634, by the first king Tjokerda Sakti Blambangan.This temple holds a very sophisticated architectural design compared to other temples in Bali. Chinese architectural inspirations, and underwent a significant restoration project in 1937.And in 2012 UNESCO awarded Taman Ayun Temple as part of the world cultural tourism site. The name ‘Taman Ayun’ translates as ‘beautiful garden’. The vast encircling pools were once royal recreational places for the palace maids who would sail small canoes. It is a great place to marvel at the early and traditional Balinese architectural features that prevail on the island. Although the pools are far from what can be imagined during its days of glory in the distant past, the moss-lined walls and jade algae-filled water add to the rustic charm of the whole scenery of this over three centuries-old temple site.