Set just half an hour away from the Ngurah Rai International Airport the Pura Petitenget temple is one of the ancient temples in Bali. Renowned for its anniversary celebrations as well as the architecture, though it is not part of the nine temples which are visited by many, the Petitenget temple is a link in the series of temples in west coast. Tourists who are travelling to Seminyak could find accommodation at a Seminyak beach resort. The area is home to some of the best resorts such as Alila Seminyak that provides comfortable accommodation as well as easy access to some of the sought after tourist attractions within Seminyak.
The temple is built with red bricks and sandstone providing an antique feel to the architecture and provides a tropical feel as the environment surrounding the temple used to be a jungle. The birds chirping on trees nearby welcomes all who visit the temple premise which was believed to have been built during the 16th century. Climb up through the dragon staircase which is set amidst the vast courtyard of the temple and as you reach higher catch a glimpse of the small shrines and pavilions. These shrines are covered with chequered clothes creating eerie sight. The Pura Petitenget temple was once home to the Hindu priest Dang Hyang Nirartha in the 16th century. The temple also provides visitors with plenty of photo opportunity where the statues of warrior-like figures steal the spotlight. Those interested in architecture will love to see the intricate wooden carvings on the pagodas and the doors.