Tanah Lot, Bali

Tanah Lot, comes from ‘Tanah Laut’ in Malay which means the Land in The Sea. Home to several Hindu pilgrimage centers, it is one of the most famous tourist destinations to visit on your Bali tour as it proudly showcases the rich Balinese culture.

The iconic Tanah Lot temple attracts several people to admire the age-old charm of this pilgrimage site which is adorned with rock formations providing it support against the seawaves.

This dramatic formation of rocks in the waters paints a perfect view worth capturing. Stairs that cut through the rocks encircling the small island will take you up to the main shrine. Pay your respects here and move on to appreciate the surreal seascape.

You can head out to explore the nearby places such as the Local art market, go fishing at Yeh Kutikan or head to the Sunset terrace at Pura Luhur Tanah Lot to take in the beauty of the island in the golden hour.

• Visit a world-famous heritage site, Tanah Lot, which is an extremely small islet surrounded by sea from all sides featuring Bali's most popular temple.
• Admire the unique architecture and traditional stone carvings & sculptures surrounded by the sea.
• Witness the gorgeous sunset view from the Sunset Terrace at Pura Luhur Tanah Lot.
• Explore the nearby Local Art market where you can buy Sarong, paintings, statues and other items inspired by Balinese culture.
• Enjoy the serene environment of Enjung Galuh temple as you take a leisurely stroll in its gardens.

Location: Beraban, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82121, Indonesia

By Car/Cab: You can reach Tanah Lot via ‘Jl. Tanah Lot,’ ‘Jl. Raya Marga-Apuan,’ or ‘Jl. Vishnu Marg’ in about an hour. The distance between Tanah Lot and central Bali is about 33-35 kms.

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During the low tide season is the best time to visit Tanah Lot as it gives you an opportunity to explore the rock base of the Islet where the legendary sea snake resides.

Visitors usually prefer going a few hours before the sunset to explore the iconic temple and later admire the stunning views of sunset from the famous viewpoints

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Places to visit near Tanah Lot:

Enjung Galuh Temple: The temple of Enjung Galuh is located just 500 m away from Tanah Lot, holds cultural importance for the local people. The entrance gate of the temple resembles the iconic Bali Handara Gate, which offers the perfect photo opportunity to the visitors. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll in the back gardens of the temple which are quite peaceful and also quite famous for the sunset views it offers.

Yeh Kutikan: Yeh Kutikan, located nearby the Tanah Lot temple, is a bed of beach rocks which is known for the mesmerizing views it offers. Many people also come here to enjoy fishing, including tourists. One can admire the beautiful temple of Tanah Lot along with the panoramic views of the sea. This place has a serene environment and people often come here to enjoy this calm.

Local art market: Being a popular tourist destination, Tanah Lot attracts a ton of people everyday which is why the locals created a special marketplace for

them to shop for local goods and souvenirs. You can easily reach this market which is only a walking distance away from the main islet of Tanah Lot. Engage in playful bargaining with the local shopkeepers and explore the culture of Bali through this market.

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