This temple, which is located at the southwest tip of the island of Bali on a steep and high rock platform jutting out into the sea, is the Sad Kayangan Temple which is believed by Hindus to be a buffer from the 9 winds. This temple was originally used as a place to worship a holy priest from the 11th century named Empu Kuturan. He handed down the teachings of the Traditional Village with all its rules.

This temple is also used to worship the next holy priest, namely Dang Hyang Nirartha, who came to Bali at the end of 1550 and ended his holy journey with what is called Moksa or Ngeluhur at this place. This word is the origin of the name Pura Luhur Uluwatu.

Uluwatu Temple is located at an altitude of 97 meters above sea level. In front of the temple there is a small forest called Alas Kekeran, which functions as a buffer for the sanctity of the temple.

Uluwatu Temple has several pesanakan temples, namely temples that are closely related to the main temple. The Pesanakan temples are Bajurit Temple, Pererepan Temple, Kulat Temple, Dalem Selonding Temple and Dalem Pangleburan Temple. Each of these temples is closely related to Uluwatu Temple, especially during its piodalan days. Piodalan at Uluwatu Temple, Bajurit Temple, Pererepan Temple and Kulat Temple falls on Tuesday Kliwon Wuku Medangsia every 210 days. The manifestation of God worshiped at Uluwatu Temple is Dewa Rudra.

Attraction of Uluwatu Temple

Uluwatu Temple Bali is a tourist destination that is certainly no stranger to tourists. Visiting this temple can certainly provide a very memorable experience for tourists, both Hindu and non-Hindu. Tourists can find various activities and interesting things if they visit Uluwatu Temple, including the following.

1. Sacred and Purified Tourist Attractions

Uluwatu Temple is a place of worship for holy priests so this temple is very clean and sacred. The process of purifying the temple is carried out through various sacred rituals.

2. Exotic Cliff Views

The next attraction of Uluwatu Temple is the view which is very pleasing to the eye and exotic. You can see extraordinary views because Uluwatu Temple stands on a high and steep cliff. Not only is it beautiful, you can also feel the cool breeze around the temple.

3. The Best Place to Watch the Sunset

The position of Uluwatu Temple facing west adds exotic value because tourists can easily enjoy the moments of the setting sun. For those of you who want to enjoy the exotic evening atmosphere, of course you must come to Uluwatu Temple.

4. Enjoy the view of the vast Indian Ocean

The view that is presented beautifully when standing in the Uluwatu Temple building is the vast and stunning expanse of the Indian Ocean. Tourists will be amazed by the vast expanse of sea, the sound of crashing waves, and the view of the sunset.

5. Favorite Surf Spot

The waves from the Indian Ocean have strong and high currents, making this place a favorite and much sought after by surfers. It is not uncommon for Uluwatu beach to become a venue for national and international surfing events.

6. Kecak Dance Performance

The characteristic of Uluwatu Temple is that you can watch Balinese dance performances, namely the Kecak Dance. Tourists can watch the Kecak Dance performance in the afternoon, tourists will sit close to the dancers so that a sacred atmosphere will be created.

The entrance ticket price for Uluwatu Temple consists of:

1. Adult : IDR 30,000 / person
2. Children (6-12 Years) : IDR 20,000 / person
3. Adult Kecak Dance Tickets : IDR 150,000 / person
4. Children’s Kecak Dance Ticket (2-9 Years) : IDR 75,000 / person