The Best Things to Do in Bali, the Island of the Gods | Condé Nast Traveler

"Known as Bali’s “floating temple,” Pura Ulun Danu Bratan is a 17th-century Hindu-Buddhist temple set against a backdrop of lush green mountains and Lake Bratan, the second-largest lake in Bali. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is comprised of several shrines and pagoda-like structures, the most notable being the meru, a multi-tiered shrine dedicated to Dewi Danu, the goddess of water, lakes, and rivers, located on a small island on the lake. The architecture is classic Balinese Hindu design, with ornate carvings, statues, and intricate details. There are several smaller temples within the complex, each with a unique purpose, including shrines for offerings to other deities. If you're wanting to combine culture with natural beauty on a trip through Bali's mountainous heart, here, you can also explore the nearby Sekumpul, Gitgit, or Munduk waterfalls." - Julia Eskins