Ulu Watu Vs Tanah Lot

2 of the most popular sea temples in Bali, one at the west coast, Tanah Lot, another one at the southern coast, Ulu Watu, which one is the best?

My personal favourite, Ulu Watu. Sits high on a steep cliff; below are some of the best surfing waves in Indonesia. The view is incredibily impressive. Standing on top of the temple enjoying the great sunset view and the cool breeze is truly breathtaking. It is a very sacred temple where many parts of the temple is not allowed to be visited. One cons I must say is the monkeys. Tourists must bewared of them as they will grab whatever they could from you; hats, caps, camera, specs, anything! They are extremely active and intelligent, so make sure you prepare yourself a bag of nuts, because you need it to trade it back your belongings with the monkeys.

The temple is siting on top of the cliff, watching the sea (bottom); At the other end of the temple on top of another cliff is where the ritual is being held. There's some culture dance in the evening too (top)

Watching the fierce wave from top is a bit scary, do you feel like I feel?

Monkey is everywhere, watch out of your belongings, you just don't know when they will come out and grab your things. But, aren't they cute?

Tanah Lot on the other hand, is built at the terminal of the shore. It is connected to the mainland during day time, but after the high tide when evening is approaching, it is separated, and seems like being built on the sea, this is why, some people call it "temple in the sea". The temple is extremely famous for its sunset view. It is 500 years old, yet, the temple is conserved well. Crashing waves on the rock around the temple is spectacular. I love it so much, if it wouldn't be that too commercialised. I find it too touristed, as there's a big art market before the entrace to the temple, and it is really so crowded.

Bring your slippers with you. Walk to the temple and TOUCH the white snakes. According to the Hindu, the snakes will bring you good fortune. (top) The temple is surrounded by seas. The temple is where the god of the sea lives.(bottom)