Semarapura and Surroundings

Name: Semarapura and Surroundings
Start: 9999-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
End: 9999-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Kabupaten Karangasem
Rating: 4.4

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Description

Art, music, sea, and sky come together on this tour, which begins with a short 20-minute drive to Semarapura, the nearest town to Nirarta and the county town of Klungkung. Known as the “Palace of Love,” Klungkung is Bali’s smallest regency, yet it includes the island of Nusa Penida, visible from its shores. Twinned with Florence, the town offers banks, shops, and an arts and crafts market.

We will visit Tirta Gosa, part of the royal palace, where the judgment pavilion is decorated with vivid Dantesque scenes showing the consequences of misdeeds. The site also includes a small museum and art gallery with paintings by Amrosi, the former Florentine resident of Bali. From there, we continue a few minutes south to Kamasan village, renowned for its traditional Kamasan-style painting.

The journey then leads through Gelgel, once a center of power and prestige for this region and for Bali as a whole, and formerly home to Dhanghyang Nirarta, to the black-stone temple of Klotok. Set on a black sand beach opposite Nusa Penida, it has long inspired many Balinese healers. Our final stop is Tihingan village, about 10 minutes from town, where gamelan and gong instruments are produced. On the return, time permitting, we may also visit the private museum and collection of artist Gunaksa.

Duration: approximately 3 to 4 hours

Accommodation Options

Timur Bungalow - Ground (Room 1)

Private Room

Set on the ground floor, this bungalow room offers a calm and uncomplicated stay with a tasteful, understated feel. The room features twin beds and looks out over the garden’s three lily ponds, creating a peaceful backdrop for rest and quiet moments throughout the day.

Designed for guests planning a longer visit, it is a practical choice that combines comfort with good value. The setting invites a slower pace, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the natural surroundings. Whether you are here for a retreat, a restorative break, or simply a more extended stay, this room provides a relaxed base where simplicity and serenity come together.

Ideal for:

Guests seeking an extended stay
Travelers looking for more generous rates
Those who appreciate a peaceful garden view

2 Max occupants · 1 Total Units

Garden View

€50.00per person

Teachers

Peter Wrycza

A Word from the FounderIn January 1995, a decisive moment led to the creation of Nirarta. Standing on what was then a grove of clove trees, Peter Wrycza recognised that this upland setting — with its stream, green hills, and position between sea and mountain — was exactly the place he had been searching for. He faced a clear choice:...