Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park

Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, abbreviated GWK, is a park in the southern part of the island of Bali. Wildlife Tours is located in Nusa Dua peninsula, Badung regency, about 40 kilometers south of Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali. In this cultural garden area, planned to set up a landmark or mascot of Bali, the giant statue of Lord Vishnu who was riding his mount, Garuda, as high as 12 meters.
Area Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is located at an altitude of 146 meters above the ground or 263 feet above sea level.

In that area there is also a statue of Garuda is right behind the Plaza Wisnu is the Plaza Garuda where the 18-meter tall statue of Garuda placed temporarily. At this time, Plaza Garuda becomes the focal point of a large hall carved limestone pillars which covers more than 4000 square meters of open space that is the Lotus Pond. Limestone pillars colossal and monumental Garuda statue make Lotus Pond a very exotic. With the capacity of the room that can accommodate up to 7000 people, Lotus Pond has gained a good reputation as a perfect place to hold big and international events.

There is also a statue of Vishnu hands that are part of the statue of Lord Vishnu. This is one step closer to completing the Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue complete. This work was stationed while in the area Tirta Agung.

GWK has several recreational areas include:

•     Vishnu Plaza

Vishnu Plaza is the highest ground in the area while the pedestal where we place the most important part of the statue of Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue of Vishnu.At certain times of day, there will be some traditional Balinese performance with a magnificent statue of Vishnu as a backdrop. Due to its high location, you can see the panoramic surroundings. Statue of Vishnu, as the central point of Vishnu Plaza, surrounded by fountains and water wells nearby shrine which is said to have never dried even in the dry season.Parahyangan Somaka Giri placed next to a statue of Vishnu. This is where the water is, which historically has been trusted by the people in the area as a blessing with strong magical powers to cure illness and asked the gods of rain during the dry season. Because of its location on high ground (on the hill), natural phenomena are considered local saints and believed it to be holy water.

•     Street Theater

Street Theater is the starting point and the end of a visit to the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park. Here we can find many shops and restaurants in one place and where all the festivities going on.You can get souvenirs and merchandise GWK Bali especially at GWK Bali Souvenir Shop and Art Market. We can even find a Balinese spa and aromatherapy products in this store. While here, why not try the foot reflexology Bali after a long walk. We could taste the good food at the best price only in our food court, Food Theatre, and our newest restaurant, The Home with a package of all you can eat.At several times a day, we can enjoy shopping and dining while accompanied by the performance of Bali, especially as barong, Rindik and parade.

•     Lotus Pond

Lotus Pond is the largest outdoor area at the Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park and, most likely, in Bali. Thus, Lotus Pond is the right and only for large-scale outdoor events.Over the years, GWK has been trusted for large scale was held, both national and international events such as music concerts Lotus Pond, international meetings, large parties. Lotus Pond is a unique place with limestone pillars at the sides and the magnificent statue of Garuda in the background.Lotus Pond originated from the lotus. Lotus is the main symbol of beauty, prosperity and fertility. Vishnu also always carry a lotus in her hand and almost all the gods of the Hindu god who sits on a lotus or carrying flowers.Some interesting facts are that the lotus plant grows in water, has its roots in the illustration or mud, and spreading flowers in the air above. Thus, the lotus symbolizes human life and also that of the cosmos.Lotus roots are sunk in the mire of material life. The shaft passing through the water symbolizes the existence in the astral world. Flowers floating on the water and opening to the sky is emblematical of spiritual being.

•     Indraloka Garden

This park is named after the heaven God Indra Indraloka for beautiful panoramic view. Indraloka Garden is one of the most favorite places in the Garuda Wisnu Kencana to hold a small to medium sized, collection and wedding ceremonies. We can see the view from the top Indraloka Bali Garden

•     Amphitheatre

Amphitheatre is the outdoor venue for a special performance with a well-designed acoustic. Every evening you can watch the famous Kecak dance which is free at around 18:30 s / d 19:30 pm. Even Kecak Dance can be collaborated with other regional dances.

•     Tirta Agung

Tirta Agung is the perfect outdoor space for intermediate events. You can also visit the statue of Vishnu's hand, part of the Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue located nearby.