Essay on Visit the Incredible Temple Uluwatu Bali

Uluwatu Temple, or also famous with the name Pura Luhur Uluwatu, has been well-known for its wonderful scene, hovering on the top of a sharp rock face roughly 70 meters above the beautiful waves. Uluwatu is one of the 6 main temples in Bali that has been considered as Bali's 'spiritual pillars', this temple also presents the impressive sunset backgrounds from Tanah Lot Temple, which is another key sea temple that elegances the western coast of this island.

Pura Luhur Uluwatu is, without doubt, one of the best places in Bali available for the travelers who want to witness a charming sunset, along with straight views overseeing the attractive waves from the Indian Ocean along with a daily performance of Uluwatu Temple Kecak dance at an amphitheater close to the temple.

Balinese structural design, traditionally-designed entrances, as well as ancient statues, all contribute to the amazing appeal of Uluwatu Temple.

Uluwatu Temple History

When was the Uluwatu temple constructed? This astonishing temple deliberates built about in the 10^th century. This can be seen from a number of archaeological found from the megalithic that remains at Uluwatu Temple, Bali. The history has described that Uluwatu Temple was initiated by Mpu Kuturan, who was actually a Majapahit monk and also recognized for the formation of various other main temples located in Bali.

Later on, exactly in 1489, Dhang Hyang Dwijendra, a holy priest who comes from eastern Java, selected Uluwatu Temple to be his spiritual journey’s end destination. Many followers also believe that he has reached the premier stage of 'spiritual oneness' in this temple.

The meaning of its name simply defines from Luhur which is “something of heavenly derivation” and ulu defines as the “land’s end”, then watu could be described as the “rock” in the ancient language. Hence, the name itself had appropriately designated what this great special temple is actually all about.

Features and Highlights of Uluwatu Temple 

The Uluwatu Temple entrance fee at the moment is IDR 30,000 for an adult visitor and only IDR 15,000 per child visitor. Remember to enjoy the evening as well by getting the tickets for Uluwatu Temple Kecak dance that cost about IDR 100,000. You can get the tickets at the counters that will be opened right from 4:30 PM to 5 PM, and then wait for the show which starts at 6 PM. One cool thing that the venue that surrounds you while watching a Kecak dance performance which is the enchanting sunset setting.

To be noted, as a visitor, there is a Uluwatu temple dress code that you have to wear which is a sarong and a sash. However, you do not need to worry about this, because this unique dress code is available for you to rent right at the temple entrance.

Uluwatu Temple Tour

One of the famous relics of Uluwatu in the 10^th century can be seen here as a one-piece winged rock gate that directs you to the inner square of this temple. This is amazing since these types of winged gates are not common to be found on the island.

Next, you would also find the Pura Dalem Jurit temple which was built in the 16^th century, inside it, you could see 3 remarkable statues, and one of the statues is representing Brahma. In addition to this, there are 2 stones trough inside the area of the temple. The great thing for these two stones is that both of the stones if joined together, will form a wonderful sarcophagus (Megalithic coffin).

Right under the cliff, you would find the Uluwatu temple beach, which is one of the best worldwide-famous surfing zones in Bali. The beach is also known as Blue Point Beach located only 3 km in distance from the great Uluwatu Temple. You could just simply follow the road guidelines if you want to reach the surfing beach. Completing the amazing view, there are some local people selling souvenirs and grilled corn along the way until you will see a board notifying the beach was located around 100 meters down the stone stairways. And yes, that great beach is there.

The internal holy Sanctorum of the Pura (temple) is hovering at the edge of sharp cliffs which stronghold above Bali’s mythological surf breakdowns at the south. Greatest travelers have admitted that they enjoy the view provided by this Uluwatu temple from two diverse vantage angles, which are from both northern as well as the southern part of the spot itself.

Uluwatu Temple Morning Tour

Even though the famous Uluwatu Kecak dance performance will be presented at the sunset, but you also would enjoy the view if you would prefer to go for the Uluwatu temple morning tour. This is where you would find the main interest point of Uluwatu Temple Bali which lies within its beautiful background of highland, at 100 meters high on the ocean wave. In fact, if you are lucky enough to visit this gorgeous Uluwatu Temple in clear weather, then prepare to see a marvelous blue pure sky along with a dark blue ocean sight which lies on the horizon of the Indian Ocean.

Uluwatu Temple presents you with a unique architecture along with a palm-frond black roof loaded into the black. The coolest impressive and striking thing that the travelers have seen from this Uluwatu temple is definitely its amazing primary scene, which anyone views it as a precariously between earth and heaven. The environment really gives it a majestic magnificence, the virtual maze that you would also experience from this place.

Yes, this Uluwatu Temple in Bali is a great temple that you should not miss on your visit. In fact, many tourists have said that if you have not visited the amazing Uluwatu Temple, then your visit in Bali will not be completed. Thus, make sure to have an amazing unforgettable moment with the view offered from both the temple and also the scenery surrounded it.

Enjoy your trip and have a memorable journey in Uluwatu Temple Bali!