The Royal Palace at Kerambitan, or Puri Anyar Kerambitan, belongs to the 17th century. King Bapak Oka, a seventh generation descendant, decided to make this palace an architectural building to share Balinese history with the international audience. The palace was open to the public in 1967. Located close by is Alila Villas Soori, one of the Bali Wedding Villas.
The palace is now used for wedding functions. The wedding is unique in its own native style, serving traditional Balinese cuisine.
Many celebrities such as Mick Jagger, David Bowie and government officers from across the world have been treated to feasts in this palace. King Oka produced Tektekan, a drama ritual meant for royal performances. The priests have some control over the drama because of its violent scenes such as penetrating men in trance with daggers. You can also opt to book a room in the palace to get its feel. A room is simple but filled with olden-day items.
The royal family that occupied the palace enjoyed its mass land, until the government decided to confine the ownership from 741 acres to 12 acres. Kerambitan also boasts of skilled artistes who produce masterpieces of music and dance in addition to wood carvings. You will require at least half-day’s course to explore Kerambitan to delve into its royal inheritance. Kerambitan also holds reputation for its agriculturla richness flanked by lush greenery of landscape and hills. Teemed with paddy fields, Kerambitan is guaranteed to offer you a magical experience. In Kerambitan you come across breathtaking Mount Batukaru, which is the second highest peak in Bali. If you fancy a trek, you need to have second thoughts though. Climbing Batukaru won’t be an easy task, not only because of its rank, but also because of its steep steps towards the end point.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
