City: Bali
Top Things to do in Bali
Top 10 Sacred & Religious Sites in Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a living postcard, an Indonesian paradise that feels like a fantasy. Soak up the sun on a stretch of fine white sand, or commune with the tropical creatures as you dive along coral ridges or the colorful wreck of a WWII war ship. On shore, the lush jungle shelters stone temples and mischievous monkeys. The “artistic capital” of Ubud is the perfect place to see a cultural dance performance, take a batik or silver-smithing workshop, or invigorate your mind and body in a yoga class.
Restaurants in Bali
1. Pura Rambut Siwi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
A lock of hair from 16th-century Hindu priest Danghyang Nirartha is buried in a sandalwood box inside this cliffside temple.
Reviewed By DominikDeco - Granada, Spain
I have something to experience when visiting this temple, which is located close to the beach and has rice fields around the temple area.
2. Kehen Temple
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4.5 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By tedjasudu - Bali, Indonesia
Beautiful temple 13th century. Little bit far from main touristic ways. Traditional architecture with nice views. Interesting stone figures and carving on gates. No security guys looking for every your step. Big banyan tree overhanging the temple. No people inside and it makes this place very misterious. On enterace you will be asked for small donation for temple up to you. Please not give less than 10k IDR for 1 person. Also you can take sarong here for use or just bring your own. Now only enterace near the central stairs open. If you like balinese temples - good to visit this one.
3. Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
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4.5 based on 3,763 reviews
This lakeside temple was constructed in honor of Dewi Danu, goddess of the lake that was formed by a volcanic eruption 30,000 years ago.
Reviewed By nat31591 - Selangor, Malaysia
this is our 1st visit here and the view are really amazing! the entrance fee is about RP50K per person and additional fee if you want to take a speed boat for the lake tour. the weather quite windy and you may find few cafe/restaurant near the lake.
4. Gunung Lebah Temple
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4.5 based on 267 reviews
Pura Gunung Lebah is in 1.5Km from Ubud market to the west. It is in the joined valley in Cerik river and Wos river while it faces Tjampihan. Gunung Lebah mean "bee hill" in an Indonesian language. This temple is very quietly. Pura Gunung Lebah is a temple that became Ubud birthplace with the history.
5. Pura Dalem Bentuyung Temple
6. Tirta Empul Temple
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4.5 based on 3,363 reviews
A very active temple built around a bubbling spring, Pura Tirta Empul is an interesting place to observe Hindu devotees purifying themselves by means of ritual bathing. It is especially recommended to visit on a full moon day, which has special significance in the local religion.
Reviewed By 255nicholast - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tirta Empul is relatively busy, especially if you want to join in the cleansing ritual with the natives in the two large pools of natural ware near the entrance gate. There people queue to cleanse different aspects of their life by standing under water spouting from a sequence of stone sculptures. The ritual is optional and was busy and we opted against it and instead took in the large calm of a temple walk. Prayer was ongoing and we took in some of the ceremony as we strolled, being provided with information by our knowledgeable guide. The temple dates back over 1,000 years and is a truly fascinating place to spend some time and soak in a some Balinese culture. Towards the end we reached a further large pool of spring water, which was bubbling continuously at its base. Evidence that the springs remain active. Well worth a visit...
7. Mount Kawi
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4.5 based on 1,222 reviews
Gunung Kawi is a temple complex centered around royal tombs carved into stone cliffs in the 11th century. It is located amid scenic rice terraces about 30 minutes from Ubud. Note: There are more than 300 steps to climb.
Reviewed By Liefhebber19 - Breda, The Netherlands
We combined The Gunung Kawi and Tirta Empul in one day. Two of the most beautiful templegrounds we have visited on Bali. This 11th century temple complex (one of the oldest on Bali) is thought to be the burial complex of King Anak Wungsu, his wives and favorite concubines. There are shrines (7 meters high) carved out of the rocks. To get to the temple and shrines you need to descend 371 stone steps. Next to the stairs there are lots of nice souvenirshops and on your way you have a beautiful view at the surroundings. This templecomplex is quite large, located in a jungle environment. There are lots of stone walkways and stairs. A unique templecomplex surrounded by beautiful nature. You have to wear a sarong which you can borrow at the entrance. We had our own sarong with us. A must see!
8. Puja Mandala
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By nellielim - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
A unique landmark symbolising religious tolerance, this is a complex with a mosque, Catholic church, Buddhist temple, Protestant church and a Hindu temple standing side by side. Built in 1997, this place showcases harmony to all religions. Definitely worth a visit.
9. Caow Eng Bio Chinese Buddhist Temple
10. Pura Tirta Empul Segara Merta Sari
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By thethreeofus41 - Auckland, New Zealand
For us it was wonderful. It helped that it was not overcrowded and we read a bit about it beforehand. I closed my eyes and went inwards especially for the purification rituals and it was a truly spiritual experience. Understand that crowds and queues are frustrating so if it means something to you plan in advance and arrive as early as possible
