Beautiful Sunset at Uluwatu Temple

Uluwatu Temple is located in Pecatu Village, Kuta Sub-district, Badung District, Bali. The temple is 30 kilometers to the south of Denpasar. Uluwatu Temple, also called Luwur Temple, is one of the six Sad Kahyangan Temples, the main spiritual pillars in Bali Island.

Uluwatu Temple is the most popular tourist attraction on the island of Bali, where many guests come to enjoy the beautiful sunset view against the backdrop of the sacred Uluwatu temple and the ocean. Unmatched natural beauty deserves a very popular tourist attraction. If you really like the view of the sunset, then this tourist attraction is perfect for you. Here you can see the sunset with the expanse of the ocean from the Indian Ocean. Take a moment to enjoy the beauty of this phenomenal work of nature.

Uluwatu Temple Popular Tourist Destination in South Bali

Uluwatu Temple has always been a very popular tourist attraction in South Bali Islands among tourists, because Uluwatu Temple offers very beautiful sunset views. Seeing the beach view from the Uluwatu temple, and seeing the process of the sunset making a very beautiful beauty is incomparable. You will definitely feel at home for a long time here while admiring the phenomenal works of nature. Located at a height and standing on a cliff will make the view wider without obstruction. Enjoying this beautiful view with your partner will make a memorable experience in your life. Uluwatu Temple has always been the best among the rows of tourist attractions on the island of Bali. So if you are on vacation on the island of Bali, don’t miss this Uluwatu temple attraction

History of Uluwatu Temple

There are two different opinions concerning the history of Uluwatu Temple.

• Some people believe that the temple was built by Empu Kuturan in 9th AD, during Marakata’s reign.
• Other people claim that the temple was built by Dang Hyang Nirartha, a pedanda (Hindu monk) from Daha Kingdom (Kediri) in East Java. Dang Hyang Nirartha came to Bali in 1546 AD, during the reign of Dalem Waturenggong. The monk built Uluwatu Temple on Pecatu Hill. After completing a spiritual journey around Bali, the monk went back to Uluwatu Temple and died there. He moksa (died and his body vanished), leaving the Marcapada (worldly life) and entering Swargaloka (heaven).

The Piodalan or ceremony commemorating the temple’s anniversary is held on Anggara Kasih day, in wuku Medangsia in the Caka calendar. Usually the ceremony lasts for three days thronged by thousands of Hindus.

Uluwatu Temple Unique Location

Uluwatu Temple sits on a 70-meter-high cliff protruding above the Indonesian Ocean. Because of its unique location, visitors to the temple have to take a long stone stairway to reach it. The temple heads east, unlike other Balinese temples which face west or south. There are hundreds of monkeys roaming along the path outside the temple. Although the monkeys look tame, visitors find them a nuisance as they often grab food off a visitor’s hand and snatch visitors’ belongings. A small forest lies at the front and hundreds of monkeys dwell here. They are believed to guard the temple from bad influences. The serpentine pathway to the temple is fortified by concrete walls on the cliff side. It takes about an hour to get from one end to another as there are several fenced points along the way to stop. The views from the bottom of the water surging up against rocks and the ocean horizon are remarkable.

Ceremony at Uluwatu Temple

The Balinese Hindus believe that the three divine powers of Brahma, Vishnu, and Siva become one here. That belief results in making Uluwatu Temple a place of worship of Siva Rudra, the Balinese Hindu deity of all elements and aspects of life in the universe. Uluwatu Temple is also dedicated to protect Bali from evil sea spirits. Every six months according to the Balinese 210-day Pawukon cycle, big temple anniversary celebrations are held at the temple. The temple’s keeper, the royal family of Jro Kuta from Denpasar, are patrons for the event. Believers regard it as a manifestation of the divine power that protects Uluwatu Temple. Public facilities are available, but not in the temple area. Unlike some other tourist destinations in Bali, the Pura Uluwatu area has limited amounts of hassling vendors.

Best Time and Tour for Visit Uluwatu Temple

Visitors must wear a sarong and a sash, as well as appropriate clothes common for temple visits. They can be hired here. The best time to visit is just before sunset. Kecak and Fire Dance Performance is performed everyday at the adjacent cliff-top stage at 18:00 to 19:00. Visitors are charged a nominal fee. What makes it the most favorite venue to watch a Kecak dance is the sunset background of the performance. There’s no public transportation to get here and going back into town will be difficult without any prearranged ride or taxi. We have a tour program to visit this temple and dance. You can read the details here Half Day Uluwatu Sunset Tour. Apart from the tour packages that we offer, we from Bali Tour also offer car charter facilities to go to the Uluwatu temple, so you will enjoy the atmosphere more without having to rush into joining the tour program, with very affordable prices and an experienced driver will make this trip even more fun