Uluwatu, Bali

The name of Uluwatu is also broadly used to describe the southern portion of the island. At the western most tip of Bukit Peninsula, this is one of Bali's nine directional Kayangan jagat temples. The location is dramatic, perched on the edge of a high cliff with a picturesque sunset view.  The temple was first used for worship by the holy 11th century priest, Empu Kuturan, who came to Bali to bring religious law and to form Desa Adat (traditional villages). The area where the spectacular sunset can be viewed is filled with the scent of frangipani blossoms, and is also the home of monkeys.

Distance by car to Ngurah Rai Airport (20 min), Kuta (30 min), Ubud (70 min)