Puri Taman Saraswati . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (literal meaning) Saraswati Temple (Puri) Park (Taman)

Goddess Saraswati at Puri Taman Saraswati 

A Stone depicting Temple details

Puri Saraswati Park is located in the Candi Cetho complex , Gumeng Village, District Jenawi, Karanganyar, Solo , Central Java , Indonesia on the slopes of Mount Lawu at an altitude of 1400 meters above sea level . The place is picturesque, surrounded by cluster of lush green Pine Trees.. Climate is chilly , soothing , refreshing , invigorating and quiet … some times foggy .. rainy ..complementing to all your Senses .

Steps to the Shrine

Front view  of  Goddess Saraswati Shrine 

Puri Taman Saraswati  amidst Pine Trees

Puri Saraswati is not only a cultural attraction but also a place to worship Hindu Goddess Saraswati. As per guide devotees gather at Puri Saraswati Park to celebrate Saraswati Day and perform ritual worship of Knowledge .” Hari Raya Saraswati “ is a Hindu Holiday in Indonesia to worship Godess Saraswati. Devotees keep away themselves from reading and writing to celebrate this day and make offerings to the Palm-leaf Manuscripts (Lontar), books and shrines (Temples). Hari Raya Saraswati is celebrated every 210-days on "Saniscara Umanis Wuku Watugunung"and marks the beginning of the New Year according to the Balinese calendar (Pawukon). Ceremonies , offerings and prayers are held at the Temples, in family compounds, villages and businesses from Morning till Noon. Prayers are also held in schools and any other such Educational Institutions.

Goddess Saraswati on a Lotus Flower supported by Her  Vahana (Vehicle) two Hamsa   (Swans)  

Magnificent view of the Shrine

As per Hindu Religion , Goddess Saraswati is the Goddess of Knowledge and Arts .The statue of Goddess Saraswati is magnificent with four arms standing on a Lotus flower. The Lotus petals are supported by two Hamsa ( Swans) who are believed to be sacred Vahana (Vehicle) of the Goddess. Goddess is depicted here playing Sitar (Indian classical Musical Instrument). Gold color embellishments are enhancing grace of the Goddess.

Sendang Pundi Sari

 Stone at the bottom of the Pond as a symbol of "Femininity".  Like Indian ritual Flower petals and Coins are offered by devotees

Natural Spring Water Pond under a Huge Tree

Her shrines are usually located near water and on the left side of Puri Saraswati Park, there is "Sendang Pundi Sari" (Natural Water Spring pond ) under a huge Tree .The Spring Water of the Pond is crystal clear and chilled . One can notice a Stone at the bottom of the Spring Pond as a symbol of " Femininity " . Sendang Pundi Sari functions as a place for self-purifying and cleaning.

Puri Saraswati stands in the center whereas Kethek Temple is left side

Puri Saraswati Park is located in the" Candi Cetho " village complex. Location of Puri Saraswati stands in the center while at right side Cetho Temple and left side Kethek Temple is located. The area is marked with proper sign boards which is easily accessible by the tourists . Travellers have to pay entry ticket .