Tourist Attractions in Pasuruan, Gunung Gangsir Temple.
Mount Gangsir Temple is located Beji District, about 18 km from Pasuruan. The local people call it Mount Gangsir Temple. Not much information can be obtained regarding the temple which is said to have been built during the reign of King Airlangga, which is around the 11th century AD.
Although it is thought to date back to an earlier period before the reign of Singasari, Mount Gangsir Temple was built using bricks, not andesite stone. Traveling to a place that contains history is no less exciting than beach tourism or waterparks.
In Pasuruan there is also a tourist attraction that you should not miss, especially for those of you who like historical heritage, namely Mount Gangsir Temple. Mount Gangsir Temple which is also known as Kebon Temple in Javanese means digging because it is said that the origin of Mount Gangsir Temple is that someone was digging a mountain which is part of the temple to take some valuable objects inside the temple.
Facilities at Mount Gangsir Temple
Tourist facilities at Mount Gangsir Temple are very complete, including:
- Vehicle parking area,
- Restaurant,
- Mosque,
- Toilet,
- Swimming pool,
- selfie spots,
- Park,
- and many others.
Suggestions and Tips
Suggestions and tips before heading to the Mount Gangsir Temple Tour, you need to prepare the needs that you will need. As well as some additional items such as a camera because you definitely want to capture the moment with your family or friends. Don’t forget to bring health equipment (for example, soap, wet tissue, shampoo, antiseptic). Prepare physically and your vehicle so that your vacation goes smoothly. Take care of yourself and always be careful. Opening hours: 24 hours.