Discover the rich heritage of our village
Penglipuran Village has a history dating back to the 18th century during the reign of the Bangli Kingdom. The name "Penglipuran" comes from the words "Pengeling" (remembering) and "Pura" (holy place), reflecting the villagers' devotion to their ancestors and traditions.
The village was established by people from Bayung Gede village who moved to the current location, bringing their traditions and customs.
The village layout was reorganized following the traditional Balinese "Tri Mandala" concept, dividing space into sacred, residential, and public areas.
Penglipuran gained recognition as one of Bali's best-preserved traditional villages and began receiving visitors interested in authentic Balinese culture.
Awarded the Kalpataru, Indonesia's highest environmental award, for maintaining traditional architecture and sustainable practices.
Penglipuran is renowned for maintaining traditional Balinese customs, architecture, and way of life. The village follows strict rules to preserve its heritage: