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(1) this is very nice temple on the sea beach. Good tourist atraction on the beautifull place. Shame that you couldn't go inside.
(2) While the temple complex is pretty ordinary and small... The place deserves brownie points for breathtaking views.. Of the indian ocean.. The location of temple right on the tip of cliff with waves after waves of ocean hitting the rocks beneath makes for a picturesque location.  \n\nOverall a must visit location
(3) How this place maintains such a high rating is beyond me.  The site is an overrun tourist dump.  You can't enter the temple areas themselves, you're nickel and dimed with paid toilets, tons of bothersome vendors hawking postcards, t-shirts, photo services, etc.\n\nMore than that, the natural beauty of the place is spoiled by trash-ridden dirty beaches and tons of construction.
(4) Great view of sunset, lots of souvenir shop around. You can walk on the shore when the tide is low  and have a close look of the temple.
(5) We went to this temple at sunset.  We are not allowed to enter the temple. But the scenery around the temple is worth the visit.
(6) Entrance fee is 65,000 rupiahs for one person and parking fee for the car. There are many vendors and several restaurants located along the way to this temple. Too many for my taste!\n\nMy excitement about seeing this temple waned as I walked towards this temple. Other temples I visited in Bali these last these last three weeks are more beautiful than this one!
(7) Tourist heaven! If you expect the pictures you see on IG, you need to walk away from the crowd! But if you go too far, watch out for the tide as the sun goes down. \nIt is beautiful but as I’ve mentioned it’s where everyone wants to visit and take pictures. \nSelfie sticks, patience to wait for the sunset and navigate through the crowd is a must. I personally enjoy less famous but less touristy temples
(8) I have now seen most of the major temples in Bali and Bratan temple is my favourite, the backdrop is a help but this is a very picturesque temple, entrance fee is pricey by Bali standards but well worth seeing.
(9) It is pretty far from everything, but it was worth it. Very picturesque settings and lots of photo ops. You only look at the temple which is placed in a lake at the foot of a mountain. Beautiful.
(10) Our visit was part of a tour starting with a spa and ending with a seafood meal by the beach both of which were terrible.  The temple visit was only OK because we then paid extra (a lot extra) to see the dance which was good, but my don't they pack everyone in.  The location is stunning and I wish we'd been there earlier to walk further along the path as you only really get to see the temple from a distance.
(11) get a taxi driver off the street and negotiate a rate for the 1/2 day and the go to the temple as early as you can because the traffic  is absolutely horrendous but worth it when you get to Tanu Lot temple, it would help if you can speak  a little Chinese as there are thousands of them there
(12) amazing sunset from near by the temple, the temple just on the rock, look very beauty and the wave completed views. will come back again to this place.
(13) That temple have a very special view, standing 70m above the sea level, it allows you to look at the ocean below directly. Worth a visit!
(14) Lots of tourist traps but not much in the way of access to Temple, which is all good wouldnt last long with 1000 of people each hour walking over it.\nMost go in the arvo for sunset and traffic is horrendous.
(15) Very beautiful lake temple. Very picturesque location and surrounding. This a must visit as part of Bali tour.
(16) The scenery here is beautiful and reminds me of the coast line of the great south, Western Australia. Some amazing photo opportunities. Best to go when not over loaded with tour buses which was our experience. Otherwise it would be a peaceful reflective temple. Be warned about the monkeys stealing your sun glasses etc and keep your distance, they're fun to watch.
(17) Good place to visit but visitors are not allowed to go to the temple...even to halfway... during tidy times there won't be any way to reach temple. Sunset is good from the sunset point near temple. Best time to visit is...in the evening.
(18) Had my sons wedding in Bali, so relaxing, looking forward to going again.\nBalinese folk so welcoming, shopping and restaurants a hive of activity.
(19) We were lucky enough to have a private driver from our hotel, Alila Villas, give us a tour of the Temple. Thank you Ngyurah! We were just expecting for him to drop us off and wait, but he actually went in with us, took us all around the grounds, and told us all about the Hindu culture in Bali. It made the experience much more interesting. He also took some amazing pictures of us. So stay at Alila if you want the top notch private tour! \n\nThe temple is beautiful and we had a lovely experience there. We went around 10:30 AM. It was a little bit hot, so I would suggest dressing in cool clothing and I’d say the earlier you go, the better. The views of the ocean are just remarkable and the temples are beautiful. And it was not that crowded. So go early to beat the crowds!
(20) The temple itself is quite beautiful, but it's super touristy and there are people everywhere. You also can't get into the temple, which was quite disappointing.\nBut it is a nice place to have a fruit shake and watch the sun go down behind the temple.
(21) Entrance fees per person about idr 60k. Need to go during low tide so you can walk to bottom of the temple. Check google or local tour guide for schedule. There is a yellow marker below the temple where natural spring water flow out. Considering at sea should be salty water but its like normal water. Temple not allowed to enter ..just viewing from outside.
(22) The temple was ok, nothing as special as the ones you see around Bali in general which have more decoration and are more lively with prayers going on and more visitors.\nThe views from the cliffs are good but nothing beats going to the surf beach and seeing them from the sea view if you swim out!\nThe entry price was cheap so that was one plus! If you have a day to spare on the Bukit peninsula go to the surf beach instead and get a massage!
(23) Such a disappointment after finally making our way there after four visits to Bali! Yes the Temple is special and it is interesting to watch how the ocean tides impact on visitors, but the commercial aspect of the place overtook the significance. We were lucky to be there during a spiritual time so observing locals in traditional dress was a treat. Not sure it is worth the trek if you are down in Nusa Dua or Kuta area.
(24) It is just one more temple that was spoiled with modern ugly colorful waste bins and animal figures. Kids playground from the 1980 Soviet Union period metal and ugly, swan catamarans, thousand of people and tourist shops. No worth visiting!!! Do not waste your time
(25) Interesting, but not much to see. The temples are really old and run down. Gives you a good view of what temples look like.
(26) Cannot enjoy the view, too many tourist, more like a flea market. It's a shame, really, such a beautiful and sacred temple, become a place for tourists to take selfie while bumping each other.
(27) This temple is one of a kind, set out in the sea.  Although it is a place of worship, it is not the typical quiet place for worship.  It is a tourist attraction with thousands of tourists snapping pictures and in shorts and tank tops.  There are signs requesting visitors to cover up because it is a holy place but not enforced.  Visitors should respect this temple as it is a place for worship.\n\nIt is so picturesque and definitely worth a visit.
(28) Sacred place and ideally located for watching sunset\nGood street market near the temple \nA must visit place
(29) Absolutely beautiful if you go super early in the morning and watch the sun rise in utmost peace! The temple is usually not open yet but I was practically one of three people there and had the opportunity to take the most beautiful photos!
(30) Much too commercial, temple not that impressive, too many people, shops, restaurants. View over the temple and ocean is okay, but overall not worth the effort.
(31) One of my favorite sights in Bali! \nYou could easily spend there at least 3 hours... so many things to appreciate! . Amazing temples,each with its own ceremony, beautiful beach, surfers, religious music, beautiful sunny day.... wow wow wow
(32) This place is lovely and peaceful. Great views of the sea and nature of Bali. You can also go down to the temple its self. Would recommend as a must in Bali.
(33) Great view but the temple is just nothing to see. An empty square space on a hill. Not worth the time to get there.
(34) Went with my wife while staying in Canggu. My advice is rent a moto and just drive there. Not worth to pay a tour being so easy to access. The temple and the area is beautiful and there are markets around. Please try the corn... it is delicious. We had rain but it was still wotrth it
(35) Please allow 45 minutes of stay here. I went there around 3:30 in the afternoon when the tides are away and the base of the temple was accessible. You also want to make a bit detour to the platform located about 200 meters away to the right of the temple where you can take a great shot of the temple.
(36) this is a must see .stunning sunset but lots of traffic. the temples was beautifull.  very much worth a visit
(37) I simply loved this temple! The setting is perfect with the lake and pretty garden around.\nThere is a great positive energy to this place you can close your eyes and soak it all in! To add to the charm it has such a picturesque setting!
(38) The views are amazing. I definitely think it's a must see for travelers. There's a reason why it's so famous! It's astonishing. We were not even here for sunset we came just before around 4:30 and it was still amazing.\n\nBut reviewers are right, this place has turned into a sad, pathetic, unholy, scamming environment. People selling the SAME items every 5 steps you take. You have to walk through a MAZE of shops and markets just to get to the temple!\n\nDo not pay to touch the \holy snake\" - scam.\nDo not pay to take a picture with a snake around your neck - scam!\nDo not , and I repeat , DO NOT pay to walk across the waves, get soaked, to get a closer view of the temple because YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED UP THE STEPS ONCE YOU GET ACROSS. So you wade through waves and get your clothes soaked and pay a donation for no reason. You walk up 10 steps and they tell you you can't go any further. Useless, money making schemes.\n\nAlso, NO idea where these \"donations\" are even going. I'm sure at the end of the night 0% of them go towards the temple maintenance or groundskeeping, I'm almost sure 100% of it goes right into their pockets. \n\nTravelers: Go. Visit. Take pictures. Watch the sunset (even tho there's a thousand people around you, just do it. It's beautiful.) and walk to the beach to get a closer view of the temple. But don't fall for the money making business that is so prevalent in Bali."
(39) its advisable to wear slippers or flip flops if you want to get to the temple because you'll have to go through the beach. there are several puddles of sea water between the rocks and please be careful not to hurt the marine life trapped there during low tide.
(40) Pretty temple in a pretty setting, but its kinda swamped by tourists and the park around it is just kinda weird. We stopped here on the way to Lovina, but I think I would have been a little annoyed had I driven up here just for the temple. Don't eat at the restaurants in the temple. Worst food we had in Bali.
(41) This one should not be missed on your Bali trip. This temple on lake is really beautiful. The architecture, background, location of this place is really amazing.
(42) This was just so pretty, the flowers surrounding the edges, the temple itself, the grandeur of the lake and so privileged  to watch the ceremonies take place too. Was well worth the drive to get here.
(43) I didn't like it because it is so touristy! On the way to the temple you're harassed by people wanting to sell you the same stuff you see everywhere. The temple itself is alright, but not really worth spending money on (transport and entrance fee)
(44) We went there with young children so did not hike to the top temple but the views from the first two temples are great.\nThere are many locals who come for prayer and actually very few tourists, the atmosphere is nice and respectful.\nHighly recommended, I would also recommend to spend a few nights in the region which is often overlooked but very attractive (temples, rice fields, nice walks, beaches from Amed or Candidasa regions very close)
(45) Amazing and beautiful temple located in a lake, which has amazing hill views as well.this one is also public temple.
(46) It is nice to go there and watch the sunset and fire dance show, however it is like most temples in Bali and can be skipped if you are on a tight timeline.
(47) Ensure you plan a whole day for this activity as the drive is long and if you are feeling energetic then a round trip to see all 7 temples can take around 4 hours. Cheap admission and they donations without forcing any fees. Beautiful temples built in a tough environment which makes it all that more amazing. Worth a visit to get away from the usual areas populated by tourists.
(48) We were recommended by a good freind to cost this temple and I would always thank him for that. It's one of the most beautiful temple in bali. Situated in a beautiful serene lake, this temple has some amazing architecture and wonderful view which is surrounded by a mountain on the opposite side. It's in the north part off Bali and is an hours drive from Ubud. You would need to pay an entry fee to enter the temple premises. It's primarily a Hindu temple but also has a Buddhist temple in the compound. \nA must visit place and should be part of your travel itinerary.
(49) Yes, it is a scenic temple on the lake but it has become a heavy tourist trap. The ticket price again went up and now it is 50,000 rupiah, a lot of money in Bali, and especially for this temple. You don't even need to wear a sarong. This says everything.\nPlus at the exit you are forced to go through a souvenir shop!!!
(50) If you go there to see some beautiful temple you'll be disappointed, just like us.\nThe temple is really small and you can't go close, really wonder how some people make those crazy pictures.\n\nIt is true the cliff and nature are beautiful there but that you can also enjoy for free, without lining up with tourist busses.
(51) Nothing much there because when we go there's high tide so we couldn't make it to the temple. There's a few shop where you can buy souvenirs at a fairly good price. Overall nice place to visit!
(52) Nice sunset but so many tourists, for me not worth it. There are more nice temples with less people.
(53) Awesome temple. Went here 2 times and still love it. There is 7 temple to see in this mountain, u can do hiking along to see all the temple.
(54) There are two temple in the lake but guest can go because they only put the gate for the ceremony.\nBe prepare for the rainy season, you  can enjoy going around the lake by using the speed boat and also enjoy the garden in the front. They really take care of the place especially for special event this june.\nMany flowers,  and if you come this month you can see many Balinese culture like dance,  music and also things like penjor,  offering etc.
(55) The temples are located on a lake in the mountain area - very picturesque and really worthwhile to visit. Would recommend this as a must see attraction in Bali
(56) 60k to get in plus parking. Very busy with lots ot tour buses. The temples themselves are very beautiful but not out of the ordinary
(57) Beautiful Temple by the beautiful cliff.  Breath taking view, specially at sunset.  A must see when you are in Bali
(58) This is definitely the most magic and beautiful place we visited in Bali. It's so authentic, the temple on the water and the environment are so enchanting that we were speachless.\nMust see when travelling around Bali!
(59) This temple was on the cover of my Eyewitness tour guide so I had to see it. However in September there's no water around the temple like you see in pictures. Also there's tons of tourists so expect to have them in the backgrounds of your pictures. Overall it was worth the LONG drive to the top of the island to visit and you can see the volcano nearby. You are not required to dress special to visit which was nice.
(60) Views of the cliffs and sea were gorgeous but that was pretty much it. There was a Temple to climb up to but you can’t go in and explore. You had to pay to park before paying again to enter.