Pura Penataran Sasih
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File:Split Gate, Pura Penataran Sasih, Pejeng 1456.jpg
Entrance of Penataran Sasih
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Courtyard of Penataran Sasih
File:Moon of Pejeng, Pura Penataran Sasih 1462.jpg
Pavilion that houses the Moon of Pejeng
Pura Penataran Sasih is a Hindu temple in Pejeng village, Bali. It was founded, according to a modern chronogram displayed at the entrance, 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.
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