Brahmavihara-Arama, also called Banjar Buddhist Temple, is a Buddhist monastery in the hills of Banjar in north Bali, with views towards the Lovina coast. Its grounds combine Balinese-style gates and carved walls with Buddhist statues, places for prayer and lotus gardens. Walk through the gardens at an unhurried pace, or pause for quiet reflection. The monastery also holds meditation and yoga classes and retreats. It is a calm cultural stop for time in the Lovina area, away from Bali’s better-known Hindu temples.
A Buddhist monastery in north Bali
Brahmavihara-Arama is also known as Banjar Buddhist Temple, after the district where it stands. The monastery is in the hills of Tegeha village in Buleleng, north Bali, and is identified as the island’s largest Buddhist monastery. Buddhism is a smaller presence on an island where Hinduism is the majority religion, giving the complex a distinct place among Bali’s religious sites.
The setting is part of the visit. The monastery sits above the coast, with views towards Lovina, and its grounds provide space to walk quietly between buildings, statues and planted areas. A visit can be kept unhurried, with time for reflection as well as sightseeing.
Balinese details and Buddhist spaces
The design brings local architectural details into a Buddhist place of worship. Balinese influence is visible at the main gate and in the carved walls. Within the grounds, Buddhist statues and places for prayer and offerings sit among maintained gardens, including areas with lotus plants.
Take time to look at both the buildings and the garden spaces rather than treating the complex as a single viewpoint. The statues, carved details and prayer areas make for a varied walk through the grounds. The monastery’s quiet setting also suits visitors who want to sit or reflect, not only take photographs.
Prayer, classes and respectful visiting
The monastery is an active place of worship, as well as a destination for visitors. Pilgrims come to pray and make offerings, so keep a respectful manner around worship spaces. Cover your legs when entering; sarongs are provided without charge.
Meditation and yoga classes, along with retreats, are held on-site. Ask about current arrangements if you hope to take part, since the available information does not give schedules or booking details. For a quieter walk, arrive early or later in the afternoon. Allow about an hour to see the grounds at a relaxed pace, and take care on narrow roads if continuing by car towards Twin Lakes.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is Brahmavihara-Arama?
It is in Tegeha village in Banjar district, Buleleng, in north Bali, in the hills above the Lovina coast.
What should I wear to Brahmavihara-Arama?
Cover your legs when entering the temple. Sarongs are available at no charge.
How long do you need at Brahmavihara-Arama?
Allow about an hour to explore the grounds at a relaxed pace.
Are meditation or yoga classes held at the monastery?
Meditation and yoga classes, as well as retreats, are offered on-site. Schedules and booking details are not provided.
