The village of Jagaraga is known historically as the place where the Dutch colonial government witnesses puputan or Balinese mass-suicide following their military attack on the kingdom of Bali in 1849.

[1][2][3] Pura Dalem Segara Madhu is known for its intensive wall decoration typical of northern Balinese architecture and for its unique western-influenced reliefs featuring early 20th-century airplanes and automobiles.

The establishment of Pura Dalem Segara Madhu was estimated to be in the 12th century according to Raja Sri Aji Jayaraga.

[4] Typical of northern Balinese temple, Pura Dalem Segara Madhu is carved more ornately than its southern counterpart.

As a consequence, the Dutch started to learn about and protect Balinese culture and endeavored to preserve it in addition to their initial modernization role.

Pura dalem is associated with death rituals, and so decorated with sculptures of monstrous nature e.g. the statue of Batari Durga and carving of the demon Rangda.

Access to the middle sanctum is provided by a paduraksa gate carved with intricately in northern Balinese style.