Bali, known as the island of a thousand temples, is home to various temples with different functions, including Pura Campuhan Windhu Segara, which is a popular spot for melukat (purification) and seeking blessings for safety and healing from illnesses.
Located on the beach, Pura Campuhan is named after the meeting point of seawater and freshwater from the Ayung River. Despite being relatively new, construction starting in 2005, the temple quickly gained popularity among locals and tourists.
Unlike other ancient temples on the island, Pura Campuhan Windhu Segara started with the miraculous story of Jro Mangku Gede Alit Adnyana, a priest who was cured of kidney failure after receiving a spiritual message to build a parahyangan Ida Bhatara at the location where he found a piece of wood emitting smoke on the beach at Padang Galak.
With the support of the community, including people of different religions, construction of the temple began in 2005, showcasing the religious tolerance in Bali. Today, the temple stands beautifully on the sandy beach at Padang Galak, offering a unique and interesting experience for visitors seeking spiritual purification and blessings.
