Lake Bratan is the second largest lake on the island, only surpassed by Lake Batur; is located in the central highlands of Bali, approximately 1200 meters above sea level. Without a doubt, this is one of the tourist sites that cannot miss when you travel to Bali
The Danau Beratan Lake
The bottom of the Bratan Lake covers a volcanic crater that represents a source of irrigation for the south of the island. If you decide to go to the lake, you can take the opportunity to visit the botanical garden Lila Graha which is very close to it. It is a site of great interest, is also in the surroundings a market, a park in the south end and some typical restaurants of the area that offer a delicious meal.
The best views of the lake are from Bedugul and from the areas near the resorts and hotels there is a with a lot of water activities. You can enjoy and go on excursions to some of the sanctuaries located on the shores of the lake or near the lush hills that surround it.
The temperature in this region is a little low and usually cloudy, it is recommended to go with warm clothing.
☝ Temple Pure Ulu Danau Bratan
One of the most famous temples of the island of Bali is the Pure Ulun Danu Bratan, located in the lake Bratan. his temple dedicated to the goddess Dewi Danu, is located in the northwest part of the lake, about 1200 m above sea level and is near the village of Bedugul.
This sacred place turns out to be one of the most interesting points of the lake because it was built in the year 1634 to pay tribute to the goddess of water and fertility Dewi Danau and r inde worship both Hindu and Buddhist. It is a pilgrimage site for farmers, who attend to ask for water for their crops .
This temple is imposing and of great beauty that has become a fundamental excursion for all those who visit Bali.it allows to know the tradition and the true essence of the island also will be able to enjoy the peace and natural enchantment that characterize so much to the temple as to the lake Bratan.