In Bali, temples are more than places of worship. They are sanctuaries of hope, where spiritual devotion and personal longing often meet. Among the many rituals practiced on the Island of the Gods, one of the most heartfelt is the prayer for offspring. Across Bali, several temples are especially revered by Hindu devotees as sacred sites to ask for fertility and the blessing of children.
Kereban Langit Temple, Badung
Hidden within a natural cave in Sading, Mengwi, this temple is famous for its mystical aura. The ceiling of the cave has an opening to the sky, and within lies a spring of holy water. Couples who come here believe the water holds the power to grant children and heal ailments that medicine cannot.
Beji Pesimpangan Ratu Niang Sakti Temple, Kerobokan
Simple in appearance yet deeply spiritual, this temple near Tukad Kreteg is home to the sacred shrine of Ratu Biang Kelika. Many devotees testify that prayers for children here are often answered, making it a quiet but powerful place of devotion.
Segara Rupek Temple, Buleleng
Nestled inside the Bali Barat National Park, this temple is linked to the legend of Mpu Sidhi Mantra, who once performed a homa yadnya ritual to ask for descendants. Today, the temple remains a key destination for couples seeking divine blessings for pratisentana (offspring).
Siwa Temple, Tabanan
Standing tall with a 10-meter statue of Lord Shiva, this temple in Banjar Margasari, Pujungan, is both a spiritual retreat and a place of healing. Devotees come here to meditate and pray for fertility, believing that the energy of Lord Shiva blesses those longing for a child.
Pajenengan Tap Sai Temple, Karangasem
At the foothills of Mount Agung lies this sacred site, where a Lingga Yoni shrine entwined by ancient tree roots symbolizes fertility. Couples come not only to pray for children but also for health, prosperity, and harmonious marriages.
Geger Dalem Pemutih Temple, Badung
Part of the revered Dang Kahyangan temples, Geger Dalem Pemutih is known for bestowing protection and well-being. Over time, it has also become a place where couples pray for the gift of life, trusting in its spiritual energy.
Kepuh Kembar Temple, Badung
Located in Kapal village, this temple carries an aura of powerful mysticism. Many who have struggled to conceive make the journey here, performing special offerings and seeking divine intervention for fertility.
Pemade Batan Kepuh Temple, Badung
A heritage temple in Banjar Tandeg, Tibubeneng, Pemade Batan Kepuh is known among locals as a sacred place where sincere prayers are often fulfilled. Couples seeking children often make offerings here with deep devotion.
Luhur Gonjeng Temple, Tabanan
Featuring a prominent Lingga Yoni shrine, this temple symbolizes the union of divine masculine and feminine energy. It is especially popular among families praying for male heirs to continue their ancestral lineage.
Candidasa Temple, Karangasem
Located along the main Denpasar–Karangasem road, this temple is both a cultural landmark and a place of spiritual refuge. Pilgrims visit not only for regular ceremonies but also to ask for the blessing of children.
Closing Reflection
For the Balinese Hindu community, praying for children at these temples is not merely a ritual. It is an act of faith, humility, and hope. Each temple carries unique legends and sacred energy, making the journey of prayer deeply personal. Beyond seeking blessings, couples also find comfort in the island’s timeless wisdom: that children are a divine gift entrusted by the gods. (TB)
