Gunung Lebah Temple

Gunung Lebah Temple

Gunung Lebah Temple
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Pura Gunung Lebah is in 1.5Km from Ubud market to the west. It is in the joined valley in Cerik river and Wos river while it faces Tjampihan. Gunung Lebah mean "bee hill" in an Indonesian language. This temple is very quietly. Pura Gunung Lebah is a temple that became Ubud birthplace with the history.
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Marshall H
Phitsanulok, Thailand910 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2015 • Couples
Historic jungle temple

This 1,000 year old temple was the first in Ubud, Located in a lush jungle setting at the confluence of two small rivers. The day we visited, the caretaker told us that the temple was closed that day for a celebration. But he opened the gate for us so we could get a few unobstructed pictures. He kindly suggested that we go to the Clear café which is high above the temple just across the river for a good view inside the temple. Here are directions to the temple. From Murnis warung, on the main Ubud road, walk straight across the road to the steps there. (Just before the bridge). Go down only one flight of stairs. Do not continue down the steps to the river. On your right there is a small gate at the back of a school. Go through the gate and through the school yard to the far end. You will see the temple and there is a paved road and bridge to it Worth a visit, not too many visitors go here. If you're a trekker, as you approach the temple you will see a sign on your right showing a pathway to the Camphuan ridge walk. To view the temple from the Clear café, cross over the Ubud main road bridge and it’s on your right. The upper floor offers a great view of the temple grounds and surrounding jungle, good milkshakes too,
Written 19 October 2015
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sewandsews
Adelaide, Australia75 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2014 • Family
We booked a 7.00 am driver and arrived at this temple before it was crowded. It was a perfect quiet reflective visit to an historic and fascinating site. Well worth an early visit.
Written 4 December 2014
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Russ Lacuata
Long Beach, CA9,816 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019 • Friends
The old temple which sits on the jutting rock where the two rivers meet (Campuhan means two rivers). The setting is magical, the sound of the rushing waters while admiring the impressive multi tiered shrine and elaborate carvings. We did not go inside since its closed.
Written 6 November 2019
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EredGorgoroth1
Jakarta, Indonesia9,728 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2016 • Family
A mysterious, mystical and mythical Rishi Markandya from ancient kingdom in Java came to explore the island. After being unfortunate in exploring the island, the maharishi made offerings to the highest mountain in the island, Mount Agung, and called the island as The Offerings (Bali, or Banten). Then Rishi Markandya made second attempt to explore the island, looking for the light (Pejeng), and built the first settlement in Bali in an area now called Taro, Tegalalang, which is near Ubud. Pura Gunung Lebah (Mountain of Bees Temple) is one of the temple built by the Rishi during his search for the light. Stone walls and towering Balinese pagoda can be sighted in this ancient but recently renovated temple.
Pura Gunung Lebah is part of the featured place in Campuhan ridge walk/ Ubud trekking.
The temple is accessible through a bridge from Tjampuhan resort and hotel and through a bridge from Warwick Ibah resort hotel passing Wos river.
Written 29 February 2016
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Julian
Singapore, Singapore1,025 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2015 • Couples
I think the most attractive and picturesque of the temples in and around Ubud.

It is located at the confluence ("campuan" or "campuhan" in Balinese) of two rivers, considered to be spiritual in Hindu culture. Gunung Lebah means "Bee Mountain".

The temple can be easily reached on foot (10-15 mins) from the centre of ubud. Just head west along Jalan Raya Ubud, and at bottom of the hill you will see the sign for Ibah Villas and Spa on the right hand side. Walk down the small lane just after that sign, and then turn left down another steep lane to the temple car park.

You can also get a good view of the temple from the main road, from the bridge that is about 200m after the "Ibah Vaillas and Spa" sign.

The campuhan ridge walk also starts from this temple. Take the path below and to the right of the temple (there are signs).
Written 30 November 2015
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Richard B
Nelson, New Zealand4 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2015 • Family
Beautiful temple.

Perhaps it was a one off but out came a very angry person who said it is now closed to foreigners (he seemed to suggest permanently but it was hard to figure out).

We had sarongs + sashs on and the sign at the front suggests foreigners are welcome if they have them on.

Even though we immediately started leaving he was pushing us and pretty out of control.

Hopefully it doesn't happen again.
Written 26 May 2015
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ourhappyholidays
Melbourne, Australia38 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2014 • Couples
When in Bali you just have to visit the temples, and since all houses have one thats an easy task although the big ones provide the most
Written 8 November 2014
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SaraF742
Denver, CO386 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2014 • Couples
This is the main Ubud area temple, currently under extensive reconstruction (August 2014). We visited several times, with full temple regalia of our own (they have some to borrow right there). It was an unbelievable opportunity to see dozens of people and volunteers at work, as well as listening to the Gamelan orchestra (every afternoon while we were there between 3 and 4:50PM) rehearsing. There is no written music; a leader instructs and orchestra members learn by tradition and repetition. The Hotel Tjampuhan (where we stayed for the 2nd time just on the other side of the ravine on which the Lebah is situated) is a sponsor of reconstruction. We saw how the carvings are made from big blocks of cementicious material, and carved before fully dry, first with large gross tools something like a machete or hatchet, and then with smaller and smaller blades. Cement, tiles, grass for thatching, long bamboo poles and indeed all materials and food for the workers were carried usually on the head down the very steep road past the Ibah Luxury Villas from the main Jalan Raya Ubud. The scaffolding was only part metal; most was bamboo lashed together - and men perched perilously, sitting on the poles and scooting along some 25 feet up. Now and again a power tool was used. Ladies in full regalia were working with the necessary small daily offerings and the temple vessels which will eventually adorn the various pavilions, and upon inquiry, allowed me to photograph them. They were thrilled with the little souvenir presents I gave them. Many of the vibrant red and gold altar bas reliefs were already in place, and some of the fountains were working. Loads of great pictures. We're sorry we won't be able to be present at the re-dedication.
Written 5 September 2014
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MusicMajor
Camarillo, CA121 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2014 • Couples
Down the hill from central Ubud is located the really interesting Gunung lebah Temple. When we visited, in early June 2014, the entire temple was under drastic reconstruction in preparation for a large ceremony to be held in September (?). Friends who live in Bali told us that the process of totally rebuilding a temple complex is part of the historical tradition of Bali. The thinking is that you'll see the temple rebuilt 3 times during your lifetime - once when you're a child, then once when you're in your 20's or 30's and can participate in the work, and then lastly when you're older and can be a mentor to the younger builders.

There were absolutely no other tourists on the morning of our visit, and we spent quite a long time watching every aspect of the rebuilding and refurbishing of this lovely site. It is not easy to find the temple (ask a local), but it is definitely worth seeking out.
Written 21 June 2014
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Greg T
Chiang Rai, Thailand4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2014 • Family
This is an old subak temple - regulating the rice planting cycle - in a gorgeous setting. Best seen during a temple ceremony but still beautiful evn if it is deserted. Just go to Campuhan bridge opposite Murni's Warung and go down the steps.
Written 11 January 2014
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