On February 5, 1963, the Governor of Bali, Anak Agung Bagus Sutedja, approved the construction of the temple, officially named Pura Agung Jagatnatha. Then, on January 1, 1965, the committee asked Anak Agung Ketut Anggara from Banjar Belong, Denpasar, to create a building design and lead the builders in constructing the temple.
During the outbreak of the September 30, 1965 incident, the construction process of the temple was briefly halted. On July 28, 1967, the foundation of the Padmasana in the form of Bedawang Nala was completed. Then, on October 15, 1967, the construction of the Padmasana had reached the middle part.
On December 13, 1967, the entire Padmasana building was completed. On February 5, 1968, the Candi Bentar was finished, and on May 13, 1968, which was Purnama Jiyestha (a holy day for Hindus, celebrated to ask for blessings and grace from Hyang Widhi), the temple was officially inaugurated.
According to Widyanegara, Pura Agung Jagatnatha has a uniqueness that sets it apart from other temples in Bali, which is the absence of Pengempon (a community group that manages the temple). Pura Agung Jagatnatha only has a few people who manage the funds from its construction to daily ceremonies.
The location of Pura Agung Jagatnatha is very strategic, located in the center of Denpasar city, next to the east of Puputan Badung Square and adjacent to the Bali Museum tourist attraction on Jln. Mayor Wisnu. As you enter the temple area, you will feel the tranquility and comfort, which can provide a different atmosphere when you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city.