Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is known as a tourist park located in the south of the island of Bali. The history of the Garuda Wisnu Kencana GWK Bali is an interesting thing to explore. Here you will be shown the mascot from Bali, which is a giant statue of the god Vishnu and his Garuda bird.
Garuda Wisnu Kencana is the work of a local sculptor named I Nyoman Nuarta. A statue in the form of Lord Vishnu (God of Preservation) who is riding a Garuda which tells of the devotion and sacrifice of the Garuda bird in order to save his mother from slavery and ends up being protected by the god Vishnu.
The statue was deliberately made to tie this layout to a distance of 20 km, so this statue can still be seen from Tanah Lot, Nusa Dua, Kuta and Sanur. Apart from being the mascot of Bali and Indonesia, this statue is a symbol of saving the world’s environment.
The statue, which has a mixture of steel and copper weighing 4,000 tons, has a height of 121 meters. It is said to be a magnificent statue.
Various tractions are offered by the GWK cultural park, various attractions ranging from routine performances held every day to performances held on certain days, for example during a full moon ceremony.
Various interesting attractions can be witnessed such as the Kecak Dance, Legong Dance, Nusantara Dance, Kang Cing Wie Bali Carnival as a form of acculturation of the Chinese population in the Balinese environment that you can watch every day.
Apart from the interesting attractions above, the splendor of the giant reco statue of Lord Vishnu riding the Garuda is not to be missed. Visitors can also climb into the giant statue through the path that has been determined by the officer, but for some places such as on the 23rd floor there is a limit on visitors every day, because the floor is made of glass.
You can visit the Park at any time, because this park is open every day and is open until evening. However, for ticket sales, it is limited to 8pm only.
As for entertainment shows in the GWK area, it is better to check before visiting the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park. Several images of the Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue have become an icon of tourism in Bali, not yet to Bali without visiting the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park.
If you want to stop by the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park with your extended family and bring your children with you, you don’t need to worry about feeling tired around the 60-hectare park.
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park provides a Segway fun ride that you can rent and ride with family or friends. However, for Segway rentals, it is limited to 10 am to 5 pm only.
Garuda Wisnu Kencana - Other Venue
LOTUS POND
Lotus Pond, grand and beautiful, is one of the key sites in GWK Cultural Park. The large plaza is surrounded by limestone walls and is topped by a statue of Garuda. This location is easily accessible, has excellent acoustics, and can accommodate up to 7,500 people, making it a popular choice for concerts and world-class events.
The lotus, which represents beauty, prosperity, and fertility and is constantly held in Wisnu’s hand, inspired the plaza’s name. The lotus flower has roots in the mud, but it blooms into a stunning flower above, serving as a rich emblem of humanity and the cosmos.
PLAZA GARUDA
This gorgeous plaza overlooks the majestic Lotus Pond and is a popular location for pre-wedding portraits and smaller celebrations. It is presided over by an enormous statue of Garuda.
Garuda, the personal mount of Hindu God Wisnu, denotes loyalty, trustworthiness, and sacrifice. The Garuda, Indonesia’s national symbol, embodies the ideal qualities of bravery, wisdom, strength, and discipline actions.
PLAZA WISNU
Wisnu plaza, located on a hilltop, provides a spectacular view of the island and is ideal for watching the sunset.
A sacred well known as Parahyangan Somaka Giri may be found within the plaza, nestled amid a leafy grove. Historically, the well is thought to be endowed with magical healing power, and local Balinese attend to give offerings and seek a cure for their afflictions. Hindu priests are frequently seen here performing blessings and rites. Join us on the Full Moon to witness the pomp and circumstance of ancient ceremonies.
Ticket Price
Category Ticket Prices Publish Promo Prices
Adult IDR 100,000 IDR 85,000
Children (5 – 12 years) IDR 100,000 IDR 85,000
Enter the GWK statue area. Last tour at 17:00. IDR 50,000 –
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