Ujung Water Palace

Ujung Water Palace, also known as Taman Ujung Soekasada Karangasem, is a beautiful garden with expansive fish ponds in East Bali.

Ujung Water Palace
Ujung Water Palace
Discover the enchanting Ujung Water Palace, locally known as Taman Soekasada Ujung, a majestic historical site nestled in East Bali. Inaugurated in 1921 by the King of Karangasem, this opulent water palace was originally conceived as a royal resting place and a venue for entertaining esteemed guests, including foreign dignitaries. Dating back to 1919, with its launch in 1912, the complex underwent significant expansion under King I Gusti Bagus Jelantik in 1909, transforming an ancient, mystical pool once used for exiling alleged black magic practitioners into a sprawling network of pools and luxurious European-style buildings, including the iconic Bale Gili. Today, Ujung Water Palace stands as a premier tourist destination in Karangasem Regency, captivating visitors with its exquisite garden design and expansive fish ponds. Its tranquil and beautiful atmosphere makes it an ideal spot for family outings and romantic getaways, offering a cool, comfortable escape. Strategically situated on the coastal side, south of Karangasem town, the palace benefits from numerous natural wellsprings. From the highest point of the complex, marked by grand statues of a 'warak' (rhinoceros) and a bull, visitors are treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the sea, verdant hills, lush forests, the majestic Mount Agung, and picturesque terraced rice fields. Recognized internationally since the 1920s and gaining further fame in the 1930s with the influx of foreign tourists, Ujung Water Palace is proudly considered a mascot of East Bali's tourist attractions. Designed by the multi-talented King I Gusti Bagus Jelantik, who was a statesman, man of letters, and architect, the palace showcases his vision alongside other architectural marvels like the pagoda-like gateway at Puri Agung Karangasem. A visit to this astonishingly beautiful garden will undoubtedly enrich your Bali adventure, especially for those exploring the island's eastern treasures.

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