Mengening Temple

🛕 Pura Mengening: The Hidden Sanctuary of Sacred Water

📍 Location

• Located in Tampaksiring, in the regency of Gianyar, in central Bali.
• A few kilometers from the famous temple of Tirta Empul, but much less frequented.

🌿 Atmosphere and environment

• Nestled in lush vegetation, surrounded by giant bamboos, of palm trees and of natural sources, the temple exudes an atmosphere of deep calm.
• Far from the tourist crowds, it is a place intimate, almost secret, where one feels a direct connection with nature and the sacred.

💧 The Melukat Purification Ritual

• The temple is dedicated to the spiritual purification by water, called Melukat.
• Visitors can participate in this ritual by bathing in the sacred pools, under the jets of water coming from sculpted fountains.
• Each throw represents an intention: purification of the body, mind, emotions or negative energies.

🧘‍♂️ Spirituality and Symbolism

• The name Mengening comes from the Balinese word meaning “silence” or “deep meditation”.
• The temple is often used by the Balinese for healing, blessing or meditation ceremonies.
• It is considered a place of spiritual withdrawal, where we can reconnect with ourselves.

🏛️ Architecture

• The temple is built of black volcanic stone, with ancient carvings depicting Hindu deities and water symbols.
• It has several sanctuaries, the flowery altars, and the natural pools fed by a spring that never dries up, even in the dry season.

🚗 Access and visit

• At about 30–40 minutes drive from Ubud, accessible by car or scooter.
• Few signs indicate the site, which reinforces its hidden character.
• It is recommended to come with a Balinese guide, who can explain the rituals and assist in the purification.

✨ Why visit Mengening ?

This is a place for those who seek authenticity, inner peace, and a deep spiritual experience. Unlike busy temples, here silence reigns, and every drop of water seems to carry a sacred intention.