The word 'Penglipuran' is derived from 'Pengeling Pura' which means 'sacred place in memory of the ancestors'. Small village located in Bangli regency, Bali has become a favorite destination for a traveler because cleanliness, beauty, and traditional life still well preserved.
The houses lined the streets uphill uniform. Green atmosphere is very pronounced, cars and motorcycles must not enter the village including your car charter in Bali. All the vehicle is parked near the gate, so Penglipuran free of exhaust fumes.
Located at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level, Penglipuran become village with cool air. Bangli itself is the only district in Bali which is not directly adjacent to the sea. The roads are made of natural stone, colorful flowers grow in many places. There bougainvillea, hibiscus, roses, to Cambodia. Very pleasing to the eye!
There are about 200 traditional houses in Penglipuran, tourists can go straight into it. Each home has a similar entrance, called 'angko-angko' made of clay. On the edge of the board there angko angko consist of information homeowner name and family members.
At the top of the village there is a temple where the main prayer for Penglipuran citizens. In addition to enjoying the scenery and hospitality of the citizens Penglipuran Bali, a traveler can also taste the typical drink called 'yolo cemcem'. Fresh sour taste with chunks of coconut in it.
