GWK

Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park GWK abbreviated , is a tourist park in the southern part of the island of Bali . This park is located in cape Nusa Dua , Badung regency , about 40 kilometers south of Denpasar , the provincial capital of Bali . In this culture garden area , planned to set up a landmark or mascot of Bali , which is a giant statue of Lord Vishnu who is riding his mount , Garuda , as high as 12 meters .

Area Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is located at an altitude of 146 meters above ground level or 263 feet above sea level .

In the region there is also a statue of Garuda is right behind the Plaza Wisnu is the Plaza Garuda where the 18 -meter tall statue of Garuda placed temporarily . At this time , Plaza Garuda becomes the focal point of a large hall carved limestone pillars which covers more than 4000 square meters of open space that is the Lotus Pond . Limestone pillars colossal and monumental Garuda statue make Lotus Pond a very exotic space . With a room capacity that can accommodate up to 7000 people , Lotus Pond has gained a good reputation as a perfect place to hold big and international events .

There is also a statue of Vishnu hands that are part of a statue of Lord Vishnu . It is one step closer to completing the Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue complete . This work is placed in the area while Tirta Agung .