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Thousands of bats living in a temple in Bali

Thousands of bats reside in the Goa Lawah Balinese/Hindu Temple in Bali. As a result it is known as the Bat Cave temple. But it is more than just a wildlife sanctuary. Built in the 11th century, it is a revered Hindu site among Bali's six most sacred places.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2023
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: Ubud, Indonesia
Camera: NIKON Z 6
Copyright: © Glenn Ostle