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No : 33
Class : XII AKKL 1

Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK)

Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) is a giant sculpture by one of the famous sculptors from Bali,
Nyoman Nuarta. The statue is in the form of Batara Vishnu, riding the legendary Garuda as a symbol
of Amerta, an eternal virtue.

This statue is located on Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Ungasan, Kuta Sel., Badung Regency, Bali. This
statue is made of 4,000 tons of copper and brass. According to the plan, when it is finished, this
statue will stand as high as 150 meters with a wingspan of Garuda reaching 64 meters. GWK will be
the biggest statue in the world

This statue is made in stages, part by part. At present, there are three fragments of sculpture
that have stood in three separate areas. The first part is the 23-meter high statue of Lord Vishnu,
which is currently placed on the highest peak in the Ungasan Hills area.

The second statue is the Statue of Garuda. This statue is placed in the middle of the area
called the Lotus Pond (The Lotus Pond), which is a decreasing area with giant limestone rock boxes
on the right and left. The third part is the hand of Vishnu. This statue was temporarily placed in a
location called Tirta Agung.

GWK was established on an area of 240 hectares which was designed to be a world-class
cultural park that features entertainment and cultural performances for local and foreign
communities.

This area will later be expected to become a landmark and symbol of pride and characteristics
for the Province of Bali. Not only that, GWK is also designed to be the main vehicle for artistic
performances, exhibitions and other grand events - aside from being a recreational destination and a
family leisure arena.

On the left side of the entrance to this area, there is an amphitheater stage. On this stage,
every day a number of traditional Balinese dances are performed. The Balinese dances that were
staged included the Cilinaya dance, the old mask dance, the Cenderawasih dance, the Legong
Keraton dance, the line dance, and the Barong Rangda dance.

These dances are shown every hour, between 10:00 to 17:00 WITA. In addition to these
dances, in the afternoon, the joged bumbung dance and kecak dance were also staged.

GWK Cultural Park can be an alternative destination for those who want a vacation that is
more meaningful than just family recreation. This Cultural Park is located in the Jimbaran area, the
southern side of Denpasar.

GWK not only offers beautiful panoramic appeal. In this place, also staged a wealth of
traditional Balinese art that will make your visit to the Island of the Gods leave memorable
memories.
 questions and answers

1. what is the name of the originator of the idea of the statue of GWK ?
A: the originator of the GWK statue idea is Nyoman Nuarta
2. how much land is needed to build a statue of GWK?
A: To build a statue of GWK, an area of 240 hectares is needed
3. What is the shape of the GWK statue?
A: This GWK statue is in the form of Vishnu Batara who is riding a legendary animal, Garuda
4. where is the location of the statue of the pedestal?
A: GWK statue is located on Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Ungasan, Kuta Sel., Badung Regency, Bali.
5. how tall is the statue of the GWK?
A: The height of this statue reaches 150 meters.
6. what material was used to make this statue?
A: This statue is made of copper and brass.
7. What time does the show start?
A: The show starts at 10:00 to 17:00
8. What is the symbol of the Garuda statue?
A: The Garuda statue is a symbol of Amerta, an eternal virtue.