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Five Cool Things to Do in Uluwatu Bali – Must-See Attractions and Must-Do Things

Uluwatu is a coastal locality in the island of Bali. Uluwatu is regarded as being a location that allows visitors to explore the history and beauty of Bali and, thus, offers many cool things to do.

1

Witness the view from Pura Luhur Uluwatu

Pura Luhur Uluwatu, also known colloquially as the Uluwatu Temple, is the top attractions in Uluwatu. Perched on top of an ocean cliff, the Uluwatu Temple is known for giving its visitors one of the most breathtaking views of the ocean and the sunset. While the panoramic view from the cliff-top is the highlight of this temple, the architecture and blissful spiritual ambiance of the temple are also features that you shouldn't miss out on. Since many visitors come to see the sunset, most tourists make the trip to the Uluwatu Temple at about 4.00pm so that they can see the glorious view of the sunrise and also be on time to witness the famed and legendary Kecek traditional dance performance at the temple.

2

Chill on Nyang Nyang Beach

If you were to ask any local at Uluwatu what the best beach in the area is, the answer is almost certainly going to be Nyang Nyang Beach. Nyang Nyang Beach is known for its untarnished strip of white sandy beach that stretches for quite a distance. The waters off the beach are warm and excellent for swimming and watersports such as surfing. The beach is not crowded, making it an ideal place for visitors to go and chill out on with a beer or a cocktail, or, if you are the type, to have an adventure exploring this secluded beach. One of the highlights of the beach is a wreck that has washed up ashore; which has now become a popular place to take photos. Nyang Nyang Beach, however, is a bit of a challenge to get to, but trust us when we say that it is sure to be worth the effort!

3

Surf!

Uluwatu has gained a reputation for being among the best destinations for surfing. If you are surfing enthusiast all you need to know is how to get to Balangan Beach and Padang-Padang Beach; the two hot spots for surfing. Padang-Padang Beach is known for its fast barreling hollow waves which swell up to quite the size! Thus, leave Padang-Padang Beach to the pros that have considerable surfing experience under their belts. If you are a beginner or intermediate surfer Balangan Beach is the place to be; with surfing instructors and average surfers trying to catch a wave. Both these beaches are located in close proximity to many luxury hotels such as the Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort.

4

Enjoy the Nightlife

Uluwatu is known for its many bars, pubs, late night restaurants, and clubs, making Uluwatu quite the nightlife hotspot. While the nightlife is not as wild as it is in Kuta, Uluwatu offers an assortment of world-class clubs and bars which are mainly hosted by luxury hotels in the area. Thus, even staying at a luxury Seminyak hotel in Bali offers you the chance to check out the nightlife scene of Uluwatu. With cliff-top lounges, rooftop bars, pool-side restaurants and beach-side pubs, the nightlife of Uluwatu is sure to be exciting and memorable.

5

Treat yourself to a Spa date

Half the thrill of coming to an exotic and tranquil destination such as Uluwatu is to bask in its relaxing ambiance; and what better way to experience the exoticism and tranquility of Uluwatu than to treat yourself to a luxurious spa. Uluwatu has many extravagant spas which offer treatments that will heal, nurture and revitalize your body and mind.

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