Kertha Gosa Pavilion

The Kertha Gosa Pavilion is a covered structure that forms part of Klungkung Palace in Semarapura, distinguished by its fully painted ceilings. The overhead surfaces display detailed scenes from Hindu epics and religious narratives that cover the entire interior.

The pavilion was constructed in 1686 by I Dewa Agung Jambe as the judicial center of Klungkung Kingdom, where legal disputes were resolved. It remained a functioning court space even after colonial powers took control of the region.

The ceiling showcases the distinctive Kamasan painting style, where colors and figures embody meanings from Hindu and Balinese traditions. These visual stories were created to teach moral values to those who stood in this space.

The pavilion is accessible during daylight hours, and you can appreciate the painted surfaces by walking around to view them from different positions. Visiting early in the morning provides better lighting for studying the detailed artwork and fewer people around.

During court proceedings, specially decorated chairs were arranged with each bearing a distinct animal symbol that showed the rank of the person seated there. Lions marked the king's position, cattle indicated where priests worked, and dragons identified the administrative officials' space.

Część: Klungkung Palace

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