Kertha Gosa

In the province of Klundkung, one of the smallest in Bali, you'll find many interesting touist attractions as well as ancient temples.
Kertha Gosa is a wonderful park that lies in the center of the town of Semarapura about 40 kilometers from Dempasar. Built in the 17th century, the courtyard and floating temple were formerly a part of the Semarapura Palace of the Klungkung kingdom.

The floating pavilion built in traditional Balinese architecture is surrounded by floating lotus blossoms representing an island of splendor surrounded by ocean. This structure was used as as waiting room for those who had come to see the king.

The court-hall was once used as a royal assembly area for the Kings of Bali.
Also on the grounds is the Museum Semarajaya Klungkung which was constructed by the Dutch government in the early 1900s after that fall of the Klungkung kingdom. The museum displays historic artifacts and utinsels used in the Klungkung battle, as well as drawings.