CANDIDASA BEACH - BALI

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Candidasa is a major destination of the tourists who come to Karangasem, located in the Bugbug, Karangasem district. Candidasa as a replica of the famous Kuta beach because the same - each has white sand. It is suitable for water sports such as swimming, diving and snorkeling.Candidasa is one of the tourist area developed from 1983. At first, the name Candidasa is the name of a temple, the Pura Candidasa, located on top of a small hill and was built in the 12th century ADThe white sandy beach is actually named the Gulf Kehen, but in its development as the object of the enactment of these beaches and attractions, the Gulf coast region Kehen changed the name to match the name Candidasa tourism temple in the region.Natural charm that was developed as a marine tourism object can be an option to do a variety of activities, such as sun bathing, canoing, snorkeling, fishing, trekking through the hills, and that is not less interesting is the presence of small islands that can be reached by boat fishermen distance ( boats.) Small islands are saving potential underwater panorama of coral reefs and ornamental fish.One story that was a myth about the existence of Pura Candidasa growing and is believed by local people Hariti Goddess statue which is located in an alcove at the bottom of the mountain. It is said that Goddess Hariti narrated in the beginning was a yaksa in Buddhism who like to eat the flesh of children. But after enlightenment teachings of Buddhism, the Goddess and then repent and turn to be protective and loving children.Statue of Goddess Hariti further inscribed with 10 people mengerubutinya children, as characteristic of a protective, loving, and also as a symbol of fertility and prosperity. Local people believe that Goddess Hariti means mother of many who can give gift of fertility and prosperity. Therefore, the place is much visited and utilized by the husband - wife who has not been blessed offspring to invoke the prayer by bringing offerings dedicated to the god.

 

 

 

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