“Peduwungan” whispers an ancient name. Does it spark curiosity about Pedungan’s origin?
Once upon a time around the 15th century Pedungan began as Desa Peduwungan. This was during the reign of Dalem Baturenggong. The name Peduwungan came from a sacred keris. Arya Waringin who was Dalem Waturenggong’s representative in Badung owned it.
A special place called pelinggih was made for this keris. It was named Pura Peduwungan. You can still find it today in Banjar Kepisah. Over time Peduwungan became known as Desa Pedungan.
Back then most people in Desa Peduwungan were farmers. Some farmed in the eastern part of the village. Eventually they settled there. That’s a glimpse into Pedungan’s past.
Pedungan is now a kelurahan in Denpasar Selatan. It is part of the city of Denpasar in Bali Indonesia. In 2016 the population was 42342. This included 21485 men and 20857 women.
In 2010 the population was 31311 with a density of 4181 people per square kilometer. There were 5450 households. The area of Pedungan is 7.49 square kilometers.
Denpasar the capital city of Bali is a hub. It connects the Lesser Sunda Islands. Tourism has boosted Denpasar’s economy. Denpasar has encouraged business activities. It has the highest growth rate in Bali Province.
Denpasar’s name comes from Balinese words. “Den” means north. “Pasar” means market. This shows its origin as a market town. It was near today’s Kumbasari Market. This market was formerly Peken Payuk.
Denpasar has a tropical savanna climate. Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. The west monsoon brings heavy rain between December and March. Humidity is low from June to September.
Denpasar is divided into four districts. These districts are further divided into urban and rural villages. South Denpasar has a large population. West Denpasar is also densely populated.
Denpasar faces urban challenges. These include rapid population growth. There is also rapid development. Denpasar became an autonomous city in 1992. This helped address these challenges.
Traditional Balinese culture is strong in Denpasar. Hindu religious rituals influence the city. However interactions with other cultures have also shaped it.
Pura Jagatnatha is Denpasar’s most important Hindu temple. It was built in 1953. Puri Pemecutan was the royal palace. It was destroyed in a fire during the Dutch intervention in 1906. It was rebuilt in a modest style.
Denpasar offers various attractions. These include beaches and local shops. Shops sell Balinese handicrafts. You can find artwork pottery textiles and silver. Batik cloth is widely available.
Ngurah Rai International Airport serves Denpasar. It is one of Indonesia’s busiest airports. Benoa Harbour is the entrance to Denpasar by sea. It has been operating since 1924.
Denpasar has sister cities. These include Palembang Indonesia and Veracruz Mexico. They also include Gran Canaria Spain and Phuket Thailand. Haikou China and George Town Penang Malaysia are also sister cities.
From ancient villages to bustling city districts Pedungan’s story is etched in every corner. It is a vibrant tapestry. It combines history culture and the spirit of Bali. Take a moment to appreciate the blend of tradition and progress here in Pedungan.