Temples & religious sites
Pura Penataran Sasih
Pura Penataran Sasih
Pura Penataran Sasih is a village temple in Pejeng that served as the state temple of the former Pejeng Kingdom. Most visitors come for the bronze drum housed in a pavilion within the temple grounds, known locally as the "Moon of Pejeng," one of the older cast bronze objects associated with Southeast Asia's Bronze Age. The temple itself remains an active place of worship, with tiered shrines and stone gateways typical of Balinese temple architecture.
Getting there
From central Ubud, it's roughly a 20-25 minute drive northeast through Peliatan and Bedulu. There's no direct public transport, so a car, driver, or scooter is the practical option. Roads narrow as you get closer to Pejeng village.
Time to allow
The temple complex is compact, so 30-45 minutes is usually enough to see the drum pavilion and walk through the courtyards.
When to go
Mornings tend to be quieter and cooler for walking around. This temple sees far fewer visitors than sites like Goa Gajah, so crowding isn't usually a concern, though ceremony days can bring more local activity and may limit access to certain shrines.
Combine with
- Pura Kebo Edan (0.5km) — another Pejeng-area temple, an easy add-on.
- Purbakala Archaeological Museum (0.6km) — useful context on the region's Bronze and Iron Age finds.
- Goa Gajah (1.3km) — the "Elephant Cave" complex, a short additional drive.
- Petanu River (1.5km) — for those extending into a longer half-day loop around Pejeng and Bedulu.
Updated September 20, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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