Monkey Forests in Balinese language called Wanara Wana are spread out in the island and Ubud Monkey Forest itself own very important function of the continuity the monkey habitat in Bali.
The monkeys are commonly called long-tailed macaques. Their scientific name is Macaca fascicuiaris.
These monkeys are believed as Gods Guard of Dalem Agung Temple, The Hindu Temple exist in the middle of forest. There are three Holy Temples in this monkey forest and those are existing surround the forest and it is estimated built in the middle of 14 century, in the early governance of Gelgel dynasty. Dalem Agung Temple is located in northwest from the forest represent the existence of most important temples. Beside of two others, that are Permandian Temple, in Westside from this forest and Prajapati Temple which is located in south-east side where the place of Dewa Siwa (Siwa God), one of the Khayangan Temple in Padang Tegal Village.
Mandala Wisata Wenara Wana (Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary)
Monkey Forest, Padangtegal-Ubud.
Opening hours: everyday from 8.30am - 6pm
www.monkeyforestubud.com
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