General Information about Balinese Temples
Now there is no use to point out all the temples in Bali because there are thousands; temples for villages, temples for districts, temples for spring water, temples for irrigation and so on. But we will highlight some of the more important ones and those that are interesting for tourists to see. First some general info about temples in Bali and a list where you should think about before entering a temple;
- You often have to wear are sarong (a big piece of fabric to wrap around your waist and covers your knees) and sometimes even a sash
- A sarong / sash is often provided at the temple entrance (if it’s a touristic spot)
- Remember that a temple is a holy place; so don’t fool around here and be silent when there is a ceremony
- Never sit higher then a priest (the one dressed in white) when your admitting a ceremony
- Don’t flash with your camera at the priest’s face or to someone who is praying
- Don’t walk between two people praying
- When a woman is having her period, she is not allowed to enter the temple
- When you’re having a bleeding wound, you’re also not allowed to enter the temple
- Women should cover their shoulders and tummy- so please note what you are wearing



