Bajra Sandhi Monument is a 45-meter-high monument located in Renon Square, Denpasar. It was built to honour the struggles and sacrifices of the Balinese people for independence from the Dutch Colonial.
Also known as Monument Perjuangan Rakyat Bali or the Monument of Balinese People’s Struggle, the historical monument has been designed in the shape of a Bajra (clapper) or sacred bell (sandhi). These are used for chanting sacred mantras in religious ceremonies in Bali. The majestic monument stands on the 4900-square-metre plot on a 14.4-hectare land. It is an architectural magnificence which showcases the blend of traditional and modern Balinese architecture, making it a historically significant place to witness with our Bali trip packages from India.
The Bajra Sandhi Monument has 17 gates for people to enter. There are 8 pillars, each of which symbolises a significant aspect of Bali’s struggle for independence and ultimate win. The whole monument is divided into three sections: the Utama Mandala, the Nista Mandala, and the Madya Mandala. The Madya Mandala is adorned with 33 dioramas narrating stories of Bali's struggles under Dutch colonialism, its royal lineage, Hindu heritage, and more.