Bali Villas | 
02 6th, 2008| 
Luhur Uluwatu Temple is one of six great sanctuaries (Sad Kahyangan) in Bali that becomes a worshiping place of Hindu devotees. Situated some 42 km south of Denpasar, at Pecatu Village, Jimbaran.
There are two opinions about the existence of temple mentioned above. One mentions that this temple was founded by Empu Kuturan during the administration of Marakata (ninth century). Other opinion states that, this temple is inseparable with the history of Dang Hyang Nirartha—who is also named Pedanda Sakti Wawu Rauh from East Java—constituting a holy priest that spread Hinduism and attained moksha (release of the soul). When entering this temple, visitors should step over some high steps. The Indonesian Ocean with its terrifying and deep waves surrounds the temple. World surfers like these waves best and to the west, you can see a spectacular sea view, especially at sunset.
Pengempon (preserver) of Luhur Uluwatu temple is the inhabitants of Pecatu Village, Jimbaran, while its pengemong (guarantor) is Jero Kuta on Jalan Dr. Sutomo, Denpasar. Two temple priests from Pecatu are assigned to be in charge at the temple everyday.
This temple is hedged by tropical forest along with hundreds of grey monkeys, but unfortunately, most of the monkeys are mischievous and like to ‘steal’ belongings of the tourists. So do its plants, they look dry and lack maintenance. Tourist amenities like toilet is eminently mucky and its construction seem to be old-fashioned, so many tourists complain. Pathways where we walk are scattered with dry leaves, as though nobody cares.
