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On
the southern tip of Bali, Uluwatu is also high on a
surfer's destination list. The road to the beach is
pretty well-hidden, off the road to the temple of Uluwatu
(which in itself is an amazing three-court temple on
top of a few hundred feet cliff). You can't reach it
by car - rent a motorcycle or walk for about two miles
to get there. The site is very popular among serious
surfers.
Uluwatu's beach is considered one of Bali's
best surfing spots, attracting surfers from all over
the world. BEWARE … this is for experienced surfers
only. Lack of supporting facilities is not an obstacle
for tourist with adventure spirit to conquer the waves.
Uluwatu has, in recent years become equally known as
the site of the renowned surf break, which offers real
challenges (experienced surfers only) in the water,
and spectacular views from the warungs (restaurants)
perched on the cliff.
Even if you are not a surfer, Uluwatu should be on your
itinerary to visit as there are spectacular views from
the warungs (restaurants) perched on the cliff.
The ancient Pura Luhur Uluwatu temple, dedicated to
the sprits of the sea, is perched on steep cliffs which
have formed where the land ends at the South East coast
of the Island. Built in the eleventh century, the temple
is one of the oldest and most important temples in Bali.
Uluwatu Temple is a classic expression of ancient Bali
in a spectacular setting, high above the crashing waves.
This is one of the oldest and most important temples
in Bali, one of the six original 'Sad Kahyangan' (territorial)
temples on the island
The temple was built during the era of Empu Kuturan.
Empu is a title given to someone who attains high distinction
in literature, philosophy and craftsmanship.
Several hundreds of years later, a charismatic priest
called Danghyang Nirartha was cremated here with his
spirit ascending into heaven to become whole with God
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