Beji Temple Buleleng

Explore One of the Temples in Buleleng with Balinese Architecture Majesty

Do You Know Beji Temple Buleleng?

Beji Temple in Buleleng is a very beautiful cultural heritage because it has a typical Buleleng carving style that is still very natural without any changes. When you visit this temple, you will see several pelinggih in the temple area with a very magnificent appearance.

Beji Temple is a subak temple that becomes the sthana of Dewi Sri (goddess of fertility), which is believed to provide prosperity and fertility for agricultural land managed by farmers there.

This temple uses the concept of Tri Mandala (Three Parts), namely:

1. Nista Mandala, with an area of 2.42 acres. Here, you will see a bale kulkul building with a height of up to 10 meters which is positioned in the left corner near the entrance.
2. Madya Mandala, with an area of about 8.17 are. In the southern part, there are Bale Sekaulu and Bale Sekapat, while in the northern part, there are Bale Roras and Bale Paebatan.
3. Utama Mandala, with an area of about 17.79 are. Here you will see many pelinggih that are placed very majestically and uniquely with an architectural style that is different from other temples in general.

Because this temple is believed to be the sthana of Dewi Sri, it is in this Utama Mandala that you will find a gedong save Dewi Sri called Gedong Agung. In this gedong, you will see 15 pelinggihs lined up around it, which are the Pelinggih Pengayatan Ida Bhatara-Bhatari Sajebag Jagat Bali (the gathering of all the goddesses of Bali).

History and Meaning of Beji Buleleng Temple

Beji Buleleng Temple is held by Krama Subak Beji, the people of Sangsit Village and several other communities related to the history of Beji Sangsit Temple. According to one of the mangku there, this temple has been established since the 15th century, where the piodalan tradition has been carried out as a form of gratitude for the blessings of prosperity given by Sang Hyang Dewi Sri.

The uniqueness of this temple is that there are three piodalan days, namely:

1. Aci-aci or Meaci-aci, which is held right on Purnama Kedasa.
2. Ngusaba, which is held on Purnama Jiesta.
3. Pengebekan (Pujawali), which is held on Purnama Kapat.

This piodalan tradition is an expression of gratitude for the harvest to Dewi Sri, the goddess of prosperity.

The name “Beji Temple” also has a meaning as a bathhouse or well, which is a source of fertility. This is because to the east of the temple there is a former spring that used to function as a pond. This pond was used by farmers as a source of irrigation for rice fields, which later became known as subak.

Subak Beji Temple has great meaning and benefits for the people of Sangsit Village, especially the farmers. As a sacred place, the farmers (pengamong/pesungsung Subak Temple) ask for safety and welfare to Ida Sang Hyang Widhi through his manifestation who resides in the Subak Beji Temple.

Location and Route to Subak Beji Temple

As one of Buleleng Interesting Places to Visit, this temple is a popular destination for local and foreign tourists who want to experience a spiritual journey or simply admire its architectural beauty.

Beji Sangsit Temple is located in Sangsit Village, Sawan Sub-district, only about 8 km from the center of Singaraja City or about 10 minutes drive. The location is quite close to the beach, on the path to Paben Sangsit Harbor. Specifically, the temple can be found to the north of the Traditional Market of Pakraman Sangsit Village.

Paben Sangsit Harbor itself used to be one of the busiest harbors in its time. Until now, the port still functions as a place for shipping goods between islands.

Attraction and Uniqueness of This Temple

As one of the temples that has high cultural value, Bali Touristic recommends you visit Beji Temple which offers extraordinary beauty. Here are some of the highlights that you can find:

1. The Beauty of Surrounding Nature

   Beji Temple is not only stunning with its architecture, but also surrounded by spectacular natural scenery. To the north and west of the temple, there is a beautiful stretch of green rice fields with cool air, creating a fresh atmosphere for visitors. This area is also a very instagramable photo spot, especially in the temple courtyard which exudes a unique charm.

2. Cultural Beauty

   When visiting, you will be treated to a view of reliefs and building decorations that are very beautiful and unique. The main buildings in the temple, such as Gedong Simpen and several large temples, are located in the middle of the rocks. The roof of the gedong is adorned with dragon snakes at each corner, while at the top is a statue of Dewi Sri and a parrot. This North Balinese style of decoration can also be found at Meduwe Karang Temple and Dalem Jageraga Temple.

3. Architectural Uniqueness

   The architecture of this temple is stunning with its division of space into three main areas, the Tri Mandala. The beauty of its ornaments is often used as a background for prewedding photos. The ornaments reflect the richness of the local culture, making it a special attraction for visitors interested in art and culture.

4. Religious Ceremony

   If you are lucky, you can witness annual religious ceremonies such as Purnamaning Sasih Kapat. One of the ceremonies is Bukakak, which involves offering chickens to the Pelinggih Dewa Ngurah Braban as a form of blessing.

With its architectural beauty and historical value, Beji Sangsit Temple, which has stood for hundreds of years, has become one of the tourist attractions in Bumi Panji Sakti. To visit this temple, you only need to pay an entrance ticket for IDR 10,000. If you want to use this location for pre-wedding photos, it costs around IDR 200,000. The temple area is also equipped with a large parking lot.

Tourists who want to enter the temple area are required to wear a sarong or cloth along with a shawl as a form of respect. However, menstruating women are not allowed to enter the temple area.