Candidasa is a fishing village located on the east coast of Bali and is situated in a quiet lagoon, so you can spend time at the beach. Some parts of the beach consist of black lava sand, but around the village there are several beautiful beaches with a more idyllic view.
This fishing village on Amuk Bay can be called tropical thanks to its pearly white palm beaches and green hills. The clear blue water in the bay completes the idyllic picture.
The first sign of life in Candidasa dates back to the 12th century. At that time it was a fishing village known as Teluk Kehen, which translated means the Bay of Fire. Another name for the town was Cilidasa (10 children), and later it became Candidasa (10 temples). You may be wondering why 10 children and 10 temples? There is, of course, a beautiful legend for that. The famous temple is called Puri Candidasa and is a pilgrimage site for people from all over Bali. Inside the temple is a statue of the fertility goddess Hariti, who is surrounded by 10 children.
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