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Saraswati Temple vs Tirta Empul Temple

Both Saraswati Temple and Tirta Empul Temple are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Tirta Empul Temple ranks significantly better than Saraswati Temple. Tirta Empul Temple is ranked #3 in Bali with recommendations from 3 publications including Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

Saraswati Temple
Saraswati Temple
7 / 10
Jalan Raya, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The royal family commissioned this temple and water garden, dedicated to the Hindu goddess of art and learning." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Balinese Barong on Rangda dance performances take place at Pura Taman Saraswati (Ubud Water Palace). It's the hub of Ubud, and surrounded by crafts stalls." Full review
Tirta Empul Temple
Tirta Empul Temple
8 / 10
Banjar Tampak Siring, Tampaksiring, Bali, Indonesia
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The site of an annual pilgrimage (at the full moon in the fourth month), Tirta Empul and its reputedly magical." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"One of the holiest temples on an island that is home to more than 20,000, Tirta Empul, in the small town of Tampaksiring, is a half-hour drive outside of Ubud." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"An important sacred water temple for more than 1,000 years, contains a warren of shrines, gates, courtyards, and purification pools where Balinese Hindus “baptize” themselves...come to feel moved. " Full review
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Equally popular with travelers, the temple commands a 15,000 rupiah ($1) entry fee and the wearing of a sarong.
Frommer's Frommer's
"Balinese regard these springs as sacred and people come from miles around to bath in these waters." Full review