‘Queen of Octopuses’ Statue Becomes Nusa Penida’s New Legend

At the edge of the majestic cliffs of Broken Beach emerges a new symbol of Nusa Penida — 'The Octopus Queen'. This large-scale bamboo installation, standing 25 meters tall, promises to become not just an art object, but a true icon of the island.

The project is the work of renowned Balinese artist I Ketut Putrayasa, who uses traditional bamboo weaving techniques to create a grand figure of the sea queen, deeply woven into the region's mythology. The choice of an octopus as the image is not accidental: it symbolizes the ocean's depths, mystery, and the power of nature that has shaped the face of Nusa Penida for centuries.

The installation is located atop a hill, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean. Against the backdrop of cliffs and the sea under the tropical sun, 'The Octopus Queen' seems to float above Broken Beach, creating a powerful visual effect. Even during construction, the project has been actively discussed on social media, with thousands of tourists and locals following each stage of the creation of a new attraction.

On his Instagram page, I Ketut Putrayasa personally documents the sculpture's creation process, showing the labor-intensive and technically challenging work of executing the installation on the rocky site. Video from the worksite garners admiration from art connoisseurs and sustainable tourism enthusiasts alike.

The project is being developed amidst the rapidly growing popularity of Nusa Penida. The island, which not long ago paled in comparison to Bali's resorts, is now experiencing a real tourist boom. In this context, 'The Octopus Queen' is expected not only to attract travelers' attention but also to become an important part of the island's sustainable cultural infrastructure.

Source: jawapos