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Besakih Temple
 Known as the Mother Temple of Balinese, the sanctuary of Besakih is the slopes of Mount Agung is the biggest and holiest of all Balinese temples. Over a thousand years old, steps ascend trough split gates to the main country where the trinity shrines are wrapped in cloth and decorated with flowers offerings. Around the three main temples dedicated to the trinity ( Shinta, Brahma and Wisnu ), are 18 separate sanctuaries belonging to different regencies and caste groups. To the Balinese, a visit to temple sanctuary is a special pilgrimage. Each has its own anniversary celebration. The sight of he temple against the background of the mountain is impress and during festivals colored banner add a touch of gaiety.
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