It is one of the most important 'kahyangan jagat' (directional temples) in the Balinese Hindu belief system.
The temple was relocated to its current site following the catastrophic 1926 eruption of Mount Batur.
It is specifically oriented towards the lake to honor the source of irrigation water for the surrounding highland agricultural communities.
The black volcanic stone used in the construction is quarried locally from previous lava flows.
The site acts as a key component of the UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape of the Bali Province.
Pura Segara Ulun Danu Batur is a significant Hindu water temple situated on the caldera rim of Mount Batur in the Kintamani region of Bali. It functions as a satellite of the larger Pura Ulun Danu Batur, specifically dedicated to the lake goddess Dewi Danu. The architecture features tiered meru shrines and intricate stone carvings consistent with North Balinese design principles. As a water temple, it serves as a spiritual site for the management of subak, the traditional Balinese irrigation system. The location offers direct views overlooking the crescent-shaped Lake Batur and the active volcano peak. It serves as a vital pilgrimage site for local farmers seeking fertility blessings for their crops.
The elevated viewing area near the main gate providing a framed composition of the tiered shrines against the backdrop of Lake Batur.
Bring a warm jacket as temperatures in the Kintamani highlands are significantly lower than in coastal Bali.
Always rent a sarong and sash at the entrance if you are not wearing appropriate temple attire.
Visit on a clear day to ensure visibility of the lake and the volcano crater across the water.
Do not take photos of praying locals from close range or block the path of religious processions.
Visitors must wear a sarong and sash at all times; shoulders must be covered; women should not enter during menstruation; do not point your feet at the shrines.
