Taman Budaya Bali, also known as Taman Werdhi Budaya Art Centre Denpasar, is one of the oldest art performance centers in Bali, located on Jalan Nusa Indah, Denpasar City.
This cultural park consists of four complexes: the sacred complex, which includes Pura Taman Beji, Bale Selonding, and Bale Pepaosan; the tranquil complex, which houses the Perpustakaan Widya Kusuma; the semi-crowded complex, featuring Gedung Pameran Mahudara, Gedung Kriya, sculpture studios, an art guesthouse, and wantilan; and the bustling complex, which includes the Ardha Candra stage and Ksirarnawa.
Ardha Candra is an open stage often used for colossal performances, music shows, and other art displays. This iconic stage can accommodate up to six thousand spectators. Ksirarnawa, on the other hand, is a closed stage that can also host colossal performances, serving a similar purpose as Ardha Candra, but in an enclosed format. The Bali Provincial Government, particularly the Governor of Bali, frequently holds major events here.
In addition to Ardha Candra and Ksirarnawa, there are also Kalangan Ratna Kanda and Kalangan Ayodya, which are open-air stages typically used for performances such as dance, arja, and joged.
Covering an area of 14 hectares, the complex is designed with Balinese architecture and adorned with beautiful and captivating reliefs. Inside the exhibition building, visitors can view various paintings and sculptures created by Balinese artists. The idea for this facility was initiated by Governor Ida Bagus Mantra, who had a profound love for Balinese culture. He also donated five hectares of land to build the complex, which opened in 1973.
Today, Taman Budaya Art Center is the only venue in Denpasar that offers a complete array of Balinese cultural performances.
The venue is open daily from morning to evening. The best time to visit is during the Bali Arts Festival (Pekan Kesenian Bali, PKB), held annually from June to July. During this event, representatives from nine regencies in Bali showcase their unique regional arts, including dance, music, carving, painting, puppetry, and traditional food.
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