The Margarana Nation Worship Park Monument, A Symbol Of The Struggle Of The Balinese People Editorial Photo

The Margarana Struggle Monument, located in Marga Village, Tabanan, Bali, is a national monument built to commemorate the heroic event of the Puputan Margarana. On November 20, 1946, a major battle took place between the Indonesian Republican forces led by Colonel I Gusti Ngurah Rai and the Dutch colonialists in Banjar Kelaci, Marga Village. This monument stands 17 meters tall and was constructed in 1954.Within the monument complex, there is a museum that houses various historical collections such as photographs of heroes, Balinese swords, small samurai, Balinese kris, and war equipment from American and British legacies. This monument not only symbolizes the struggle and sacrifice of Balinese heroes but also serves as an educational site for the younger generation about the importance of defending the nation’s independence and sovereignty.