Situated high above the limestone dataraan padas and stared dipesisir southern tourist areas of Bali, Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is a window of art and culture of the island which has a natural background and a very impressive panoramic view. With the distance 15 minutes from Airport and less than an hour from the main hotel locations, GWK be one of the main goals for a variety of art performances, exhibitions and conferences or a relaxing visit even spiritual visits
An area of 250 hectares summarizes a variety of cultural arts activities, venues and catering services. As the palaces of Bali in the old days, visitors will witness GW K monumental grandeur and spiritual kekhusukan where all enhanced with a modern twist with the facilities and appropriate services. Despite you come as part of thousands of visitors a cultural event or just alone to enjoy a light meal and drinks while watching the sunset, you will feel the beauty of nature and culture of Bali and its people hospitality.
MODERN AN ANCIENT TRADITION EMBODIMENT
Vishnu - Hindu symbol that represents a major force maintainer of the universe that dominates this region. Manifested as a giant-sized statues made of brass and copper with a height reached 22 meters, making this figure as a m
odern manifestation of an ancient culture and tradition. Being attached to them is Garuda - a large bird that became the vehicle of Lord Vishnu as the symbol of freedom as well as unconditional dedication.
Stone arches - some pieces of natural rock pillars as high as 25 meters that stands firm that will be carved with various ornaments taken from the dramatic story of Ramayana is the source of inspiration of Balinese performing arts. Sculptured reliefs carved patterned background sculpture puppet (Kayon or Gunungan) is very typical of Bali and Java.
Adjacent to the statue of Lord Vishnu are Parahyangan Somaka Giri, a sacred spring from which water flows with the content of major minerals. Presence of water on limestone hilltops padas is indeed a miracle and can not be explained by science, thus making it a spiritual visit and meditation.
Water is believed to cure various diseases and have been widely used among the local population in order to get a rain ceremony begged a good harvest. The existence of highly evocative Parahyangan Somaka Giri instinct someone in search of enlightenment of mind, inner and outer
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