For you lovers of history, then Karangasem's Puri Agung, could be your next tour destination, this place is also quiet and comfortable, even though it is located in the middle of Amlapura city. Puri Agung Karangasem, a silent witness of the history of the Karangasem kingdom that was once victorious in its time. Also known by the name of Puri Kanginan, the Hindu royal heritage in Karangasem Bali, is a silent witness of how the kingdom passes through the kingdom, Puri Agung Karangasem today, a cultural and historical heritage that is still preserved by today's generation, making it a mistake one historical attraction in Karangasem Regency, or this East Bali region. The castle building was built with a blend of Balinese, European and Chinese architectural styles.
Its splendor can be seen from the temple building which reaches up to 25 meters high, made of bricks decorated with puppet ornaments. Spacious gardens, magnificent and spectacular gates, reminiscent of the glory of this country in the past, several other open pages in the Puri Agung Karangasem complex, used for dance and music performances, characterize the king to appreciate art well.
This Puri Agung has 3 pieces, the front part when we first came in was called a function for art performances, then Central Java, there was an old lychee tree, the inside of this area was the main part also called the Mask of Peace adopting the city of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, because during its construction, the king made a friendship with the kingdom of the Netherlands. This main part is the place of the king's palace, and behind it is called the London building (a friend of the royal kingdom) functioned as a residence of the royal family. The next is the Bale Pemandesan, used for religious ceremonies.
The location and address of Puri Karangasem on Jalan Sultan Agung, Amlapura City, Karangasem Regency is in the center of Karangasem so it is easy to reach, about 15 km east of Candidasa. The distance from Denpasar city center is around 67 km, by Ida Bagus Mantra bypass. Some of the closest attractions of Puri Karangasem are Temega Tree House, Bali Chocolate Factory or Jasri chocolate house, Asah Bugbug hill, Tenganan village, Candidasa tourism object, white sand beach Prasi, Taman Ujung, Tirta Gangga and silver village of Budakeling craftsman. To visit Puri Agung Karangasem, you can rent a car in Bali along with an experienced tour driver, so you can package your tour trips more optimally and pleasant