🐘What’s INSIDE the Elephant Cave in Bali? Dive into the Mysteries of Goa Gajah Temple #balitemples

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🌟 Welcome to our virtual journey through the mystical Goa Gajah Temple in Bali! 🌟 Join us as we venture into the heart of the famous Elephant Cave, unraveling the ancient origins of its name and uncovering the rich cultural background that makes this temple a must-visit destination in Bali.

🔍 In this video, we’ll take you inside the enchanting Elephant Cave, revealing its awe-inspiring sculptures, sacred relics, and hidden chambers. Learn about the spiritual significance and historical importance that make Goa Gajah a unique cultural treasure in Bali.

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👉 Gain essential travel tips for exploring Bali temples, including the traditional practice of wearing a sarong and understanding temple etiquette.
👉 Discover the best transportation options to reach Goa Gajah, ensuring a smooth and memorable journey to this ancient site.
👉 Dive into the local customs and rituals associated with temple visits in Bali, enhancing your overall experience and appreciation.

🌈 Whether you’re a history buff, a cultural enthusiast, or a travel lover, this video has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this immersive adventure through Goa Gajah Temple!

00:00 Intro
00:28 Basic Info of Goa Gajah & entrance fee
01:30 Tip for wearing a rental sarong
02:12 Origin of the name
03:10 What’s inside the cave?
03:52 Holy Spring Pool
04:40 Stacked up stones
05:04 Transport tips & Free Bali Temple Bible

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In this video, we’re gonna show you a cool  Buddhist temple in Bali called Goa Gajah.   This spot isn’t a famous must-see, but it’s  cool. It’s just a short ride from central Ubud,   so it’s a good idea to plan to hang out in Ubud  and then swing by. Goa Gajah doesn’t usually  

Have a ton of tourists, but it’s definitely  worth a visit. Let’s check out this tiny yet   mysterious and totally eye-catching cave—it’s  got this kinda creepy, demonic vibe going on!  Goa Gajah in Bali is the only temple cave around  here. Found in 1923 by Dutch archaeologists,  

It dates back to the 11th century and was  used as a meditation spot. Goa Gajah is   also known as elephant cave. The cave  got its name not from having elephants,   but because of the cool elephant-headed  statues and tools tucked away inside. 

Goa Gajah is this cool little valley surrounded by  forests. It’s not super deep or anything, but you   gotta take your time walking down some stairs from  the parking lot to get there, and that gives Goa   Gajah a real mysterious vibe. At the entrance,  you’ll find a ticket booth next to the parking  

Lot, where you can grab tickets for the Elephant  Cave. The entrance fee for adults is 50,000   rupiah, which includes a sarong. Right by the Goa  Gajah ticket booth, you’ll spot some small vendors   selling stuff that’s pretty similar to what you’d  find at Ubud Market. Every Bali temple has its own  

Local rules for visitors, and if you’re a foreign  tourist, it’s cool to show some respect for the   local culture to avoid any unintentional offense. When you’re near the entrance, you can pick up a   free sarong to cover your knees and shoulders  – a big hygiene tip! If you can swing it,  

Wearing long pants or a long dress is a good move.  The used sarongs get passed around without a wash,   and with the hot weather, they can be kinda  sweaty from the last person. It’s way more   comfortable to layer it over your own pants than  put it right on your bare skin! Quick reminder:  

Women aren’t allowed in during their period. Once you’re on the stairs, you get this awesome   view of the whole Elephant Cave. And  right next to it, there’s this ancient   square bath called “Holy Spring Pool,”  which adds even more charm to the ruins. 

Various theories suggest the origin of the  name. One is based on the Petanu River being   originally called ‘Lwa Gajah’ before it came to  be called Petanu River. Other sources state that   the ‘Gajah’ or elephant aspect came in from the  stone figure inside the cave which depicted the  

Hindu god Ganesh, who is characterised bearing  an elephant’s head. The Goa Gajah Elephant Cave   itself is supposed to be a Buddhist temple. The  fierce-looking head on the outside is believed   to be Bhoma, a figure in Bali Buddhism.  It kinda resembles Batara Kala in Java,  

Both are like ugly demons. This face is a symbol  of the temple complex in Bali, representing   protection against evil spirits. Locally, some  say it’s a stone sculpture made after the giant   war god Kebo Iwa died, to safeguard Bali. Outside  the cave, there are two statues – the left one is  

The Buddhist ghost mother Hariti, and the right  one is so damaged you can’t even recognize it.  The Elephant Cave seems deep at first, but it’s  actually tiny inside. You can check it all out in   under 30 seconds. It’s this small T-shaped space  with niches and statues scattered around. The  

Main highlight is the little elephant-headed  god Ganesha, who’s all about wisdom. But,   unlike big temples or churches, it’s not super  serious inside. It’s kinda damp and always   covered in moss. The aisles are narrow, dim,  and smoky. The thick smoke and incense smell  

Give it a trippy vibe. It’s not just mysterious;  the mood goes up and down, and you might even   get a bit jittery. If you’re not feeling  bold, you might not last too long in there.  Goa Gajah serves as a Buddhist temple, while the  adjacent holy pool is a Hindu structure. This pool  

Contains sacred water used for purification during  religious ceremonies, somewhat akin to Islamic   practices. The pool is split into left and right  sides, open for both men and women. Originally,   there were seven statues of girls holding water  bottles, symbolizing the seven holy cities and  

Rivers in India. However, only six relatively  intact statues remain on the site. The water   bottles they hold serve as outlets, creating  a fountain-like image. The Sacred Spring Pool   and the Ubud Elephant Cave were discovered in  different eras. Dutch archaeologists excavated  

The Elephant Cave in 1923, but the fountain and  bathing pool remained underground until their   1954 discovery. They were then reconstructed as  monuments, giving us the present-day appearance.  On one side of the temple, you’ll find loads of  stones stacked up. Maybe Indonesian Buddhism does  

This for praying and seeking blessings. People  say lots of Buddhists stack stones to pray for   blessings—they represent Buddha statues  and are like a spiritual practice. Now,   I’m not sure if the stack of stones at Elephant  Cave carries the same meaning. But bottom line,  

You can’t just go smashing these piles,  or you might stir up some bad luck.  It’s around 10 to 15 minutes from Ubud Palace  to Goa Gajah. So, if you’re chilling in Ubud,   we recommend snagging a Grab or Gojek instead  of going for a whole-day car rental with a  

Driver! You usually only need about an hour  to check out the cool relics in the courtyard   and take in the rock-wall carvings. Plus,  there’s another spot nearby with free entry   that’s packed with Balinese art and culture,  and you can hit up both at once. We’ll spill  

The details on that spot in the next video. There are heaps of temples scattered in the   whole Bali, if you have limited time to spend  in Bali and don’t know which one to visit,   we have this Bali Temple Bible embedded in our  Bali travel plan to help you to make the decision.  

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