Bali Elephant Cave

The ancient sanctuary of the island of Bali Elephant Cave 

Elephant Cave, which is located on the island of Bali, is considered an important archaeological monument and one of the main historical attractions of Indonesia. For the first time this unique place was discovered by Dutch archaeologists in the twenties of the last century.
Experts suggest that Elephant Cave was founded around the tenth - eleventh century, and despite his advanced age, it is well preserved. Cave blew areolas mystery, because there is still no consensus about its name, as well as a functional purpose. 
Other historians associate with the name of the cave Elephant River, referred to ancient chronicles. On its banks there were some ancient sanctuary. 
The exterior of the cave is decorated with Ivory unusual ornaments, which are carved in the rock, they depict elephants and other animals. The cave entrance is small, it is the height of two meters, and the width of just one meter. Protects the image of the god of the earth cave Bhomy who opened his mouth wide. There is a belief that the deity takes the visitors at the entrance to all the bad thoughts. 
Before entering, you can also see the altar, which is dedicated to the Buddhist guardian of children Harith. Inside Goa Gajah, that's the name of the Elephant Cave sounds in the local language, resembles the shape of the letter "T", where visitors can see the fifteen grottoes, having different sizes, where the ancient monuments.