Goa Gajah

Goa Gajah, also known as the Elephant Cave, is a sanctuary located on the island of Bali, near Ubud, in Indonesia. It was built in the 9th century and features a combination of Hindu and Buddhist imagery, including lingam and yoni, symbols of Shiva, and the image of Ganesha. The cave was rediscovered by Dutch archaeologists in 1923 and contains menacing faces carved into the stone, which are believed to ward off evil spirits. The site also features a bathing pool and seven statues of women holding water pitchers, depicting the seven holy rivers of India. Visitors can access the cave by walking down a long flight of stairs and are required to wear a sarong to enter the courtyard