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Tirtagangga Park, also known as Tirta Gangga Water Palace, is a former royal water garden located in Karangasem, East Bali, Indonesia. Built in 1946 by the King of Karangasem, Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem, the park is famous for its sacred springs, elegant fountains, and spiritual atmosphere.
Tirta Gangga, also known as Tirtagangga Park or Tirta Gangga Water Palace, is a historic royal water garden located in Karangasem, East Bali, Indonesia. Built in 1946 by the King of Karangasem, Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem, the complex was designed as a royal retreat and a sacred place for purification rituals (melukat). The name “Tirta Gangga” means “Water of the Ganges,” reflecting the strong spiritual meaning of its holy spring.
Architecturally, Tirtagangga Park is famous for its elegant fountains, tiered pools, stone statues, and iconic stepping stone ponds filled with clear spring water. The garden represents a blend of traditional Balinese design with subtle Chinese influences, highlighting the artistic vision of the Karangasem royal family. The natural springs flowing through the complex are believed to have healing and purifying properties and are still used in local ceremonies today.
In 1963, the eruption of Mount Agung severely damaged much of the original complex. Over the following decades, extensive restoration efforts were carried out by the local government and community to preserve its historical character. Today, Tirtagangga Park stands restored as one of East Bali’s most important cultural heritage sites and royal landmarks.
Today, Tirtagangga Park is a popular destination for travelers seeking cultural beauty, peaceful scenery, and spiritual atmosphere. Surrounded by rice terraces, hills, and cool mountain air, the park offers a calm escape from Bali’s busy coastal areas. With its royal history, sacred water, and beautiful garden landscape, Tirtagangga Park remains a must-visit attraction in Karangasem.
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