Nowbali iconNowbaliSep 24, 2026

Dwarapala: The Guardians of Balinese Entrances

When travelling in Bali and passing certain buildings, whether temples or houses, it is common to see two statues positioned on the right and left sides of the entrance, as if they standing guard– and indeed, they are.

Dwarapala: The Guardians of Balinese Entrances

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When travelling in Bali and passing certain buildings, whether temples or houses, it is common to see two statues positioned on the right and left sides of the entrance, as if they standing guard– and...

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When travelling in Bali and passing certain buildings, whether temples or houses, it is common to see two statues positioned on the right and left sides of the entrance, as if they standing guard– and indeed, they are.

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