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(1) We should have done more research but we were a bit surprised to find you have to pay for entrance and on top of it, pay to see the traditional sun set dance.\n\nFor the price you pay, you would think they could have a toilet door that locks, with a toilet seat, with toilet roll that isn’t soaked, and a stall that isn’t flooded, with hand soap...\n\nThe temple was underwhelming and we looked around wondering why we bothered to come. The only redeeming factors were the sunset views and the monkey sightings. While I can appreciate this might be someone’s must-see, I have preferred other temples I’ve seen.\n\nThey give you a wraparound to cover up with in case you don’t have one :)
(2) Not worth the visit. Over commercialised, entry fee, people everywhere. Paid to use toilets and they were filthy. Traffic is horrific. There are 2 major points, each with a temple on them, which you can not go into. We didn't even wait for the sunset as it was so overcrowded we left early to beat the traffic. Your better off seeing the sunset off a beach with less people and view a quiet local temple instead.
(3) We visited this place 2 days back. Loved it as weather was great and views are good with heaps of photo opportunities. We thoroughly enjoyed the visit. We wanted to see the sunset but due to clouds we couldn't but still views were too good. \n\nWill highly recommend people to visit this place. The only disappointing thing is that temples in Bali are closed and not allowed for visitors. So you can only see them from outside.
(4) Very nice surroundings. The lake is beautiful and the temple itself is a very nice sight. highly recommended
(5) Beautiful place worth a visit, and if you're lucky it will be while the temple is being used - adding lots of colour and vibrancy!
(6) A temple at the top of the mountain with stunning views, we definitely recommend a stop even though it’s quite far from most places.  The architecture is stunning and it’s very peaceful as they were not many visitors.  PS - get a driver to take you!
(7) WOW - amazing markets, amazing sights.  You walk down to the water where and look at the beach and temple.  It is really beautiful.  They will take your photo and frame it for a whole 20,000 rupee ($A2).  They take the photo, print it and put it in the frame right there and then.  Fantastic! The markets have everything and I mean everything.  A great bar at the top so you look over at the temple and down to the rocks and little island.  Was fantastic for an outing and so worth it
(8) You can do all your souvenir shopping here, it's quite well priced.\nWe could not find any info on the temple when we were there - it would have been good to know why, when and how it was built and the history.
(9) A great place to end your day in bali. Must go if you are an avid photo taker! Recommended for sunset than any other time of the day, place is very much crowded with tourist at times, but still there are many peaceful cafes with sunset views and temple, entrance fees is quite nominal 10000 IDR i.e 1 USD per person. there are lot of shopping places near the temple for local handicraft and fresh coconut is must try.
(10) Important religious site in Bali.. this Hindu temple has a tremendous setting on the coast just north of Seminyak... great in the early evening to catch the sunset... some vendors and food stalls.. not overly intrusive....plan to spend a couple of hours enjoying the view.. you can get to the beach as well ...surfers were catching some good waves as the sun was setting
(11) We loved our visit here. The view is stunning and if we had had the time would have loved to have done the climb that took you around all 7 temples. However we didn’t have 4 hours to do this so just stayed with temple 1, made famous by Instagram. It was very lovely although rather busy and we didn’t join the 2 hour queue to get the now infamous photo. Definitely worth a visit though.
(12) Picturesque place by the ocean. Great views. U cannot visit the temple but can see the temple on a rock . Temple is open only once a year but the view is great.
(13) The temple itself is beautiful and spectacular during sunset. It gets difficult to get to when the tide is high. There is very limited seating especially in the shade
(14) We got here early and found a good spot overlooking the temple. Not sure if it was because it was a thurs but not too crowded. \nSunset a little disappointing but think that's because of the volcanic ash. \nGreat bargains to be got for shirts at the stalls, they were around $3 each
(15) A rock formation which is home to an ancient Hindu temple.  It is a beautiful setting and is famed for it's sunsets which, unfortunately, we did not see as we were on a Cruise Excursion and time spent there was very limited.  If you get the opportunity to visit, allow at least two hour to see all aspects of the temple area.  To reach the temple area you will have to walk through streets of souvenir shops all selling the same tatty stuff but if you can ignore that you will not be disappointed when you get into the temple area. You can cross to the temple at low tide but you cannot enter
(16) The temple is beautiful but I wouldn’t necessarily rank it as a must see or one of the best things to do in Bali that I see it mentioned as. \nThe place is marred by the large network of shops with overly assertive selling that has grown up around it. The worst part was the ‘snake farm’ (animal prison) with lots of large snakes, owls, etc all in tiny, smelly cages. How anyone in their right mind can think it’s fun to take their photo alongside this act of animal abuse is beyond me. It made us sad and spoilt the temple.
(17) On our way back from the Edge in Pecati, our driver suggested we visit the temple.\nTourist buses everywhere, paid the fees , given the traditional outfit to wear and joined the never ending tourist lines to see the grounds , temple etc and monkies!!\nInteresting , but maybe pass...
(18) Beautiful temple that the locals consider one the most sacred places. Absolutely recommend visiing it!
(19) Entrance fee is 60,000 IDR per person and parking fee (2000 for bike and 5000 for cars). However, you're not allowed to enter the temple itself and have to pay for the toilet (there’s a free toilet near entrance). Beautiful place particularly during low tide and sunset. The site of the temple was wonderful! You can see there one of the most beautiful sunsets. But full of tourists. Make sure you know when the tide will be in so you aren't disappointed when you can't get closer. You can't actually go into the temple area and to even go up the stairs you have to wait in line to be blessed, for a price. Honestly, I've expected better after two hours of driving and 120,000 IDR entrance fee for 2 persons.
(20) This temple is a must see. The statues and temple architecture is lovely. It is worth every step up, whether you chose stairs or roadway. The views are breathtaking
(21) We were there at high tide so we couldn't go over to the temple itself but it's quite an experience to see it from a distance with the water being in-between. \nVery exploited though, wish there were some nice temples without all sellers being on you constantly. \n\nIf in Bali, don't miss this opportunity to see this temple!
(22) Magestic views of the coast here. There is a fair bit of walking involved but well worth it. The temple is situated on the top of a cliff and the photos you get here a awsome. It cost 70 000 idr for myself and two young children. About $7 aud .if you require a good reliable  driver we used Putu he has a nice car and took us all over Bali his number is 081353249976 if you are calling from oversees remove first digit  add area code eg: from Australia  +62 81353249976 . Enjoy your time in Bali☺😆☺
(23) Its a beautiful location. It really does not matter if you visit it in the morning or in the evening. \nWe had been there in the morning. Although there was crowd yet the morning light allows the temple to present a different scene more serene and calming. This is must visit destination while in Bali.
(24) This is probably the best temple you will visit in Bali. Sure it's just another temple in this island where almost every hindu family has one in they home. But make sure you visit this one, you will love it. Do it in the morning. You will have the place to yourself. \n\nThe peace and serenity. The tranquility of the water as your backdrop and the mountain behind the lake. Plus the cold weather...that is compared to the rest of Bali. This place is a must.
(25) Loved the terrible Shiva! Very different! The best part was to swim in the pool! So refreshing! If you like statues, this is the place for you...
(26) Avoid this place on a hot day and during high tides when you can't enter the temple across the sea. we drove there and was not disappointed overall though.
(27) Excellent place to visit. Not only a temple, but a beautiful attraction. Glad I read some good reviews about this place and added it to my itinerary. Top of all, the weather was good, so it was enjoyable.
(28) We really enjoyed visiting this temple and lake!  There’s lots to see and it’s all very pretty \nI highly recommend this trip!
(29) Must visit for people touring Bali. The temple looks stunning in the evening. Good place for great photographs. Along the way you get some good shops for making small purchases.
(30) Must see venue\n High on a cliff. There are shops and stalls selling goods . The temples can be photographed and you can sit on the lawns\n Can be very hot. Beach below for surfing . Do not miss if in Bali
(31) This temple is quite beautiful and can give you a feeling of peace with the beautiful surroundings. This temple is built in a lake and the lake is surrounded by mountains,so the view here is very very spectacular. Near this place, you can go to the strawberry stop to try some strawberry food like juice, milkshake if it's the season for strawberry. And this scenic spot is on the mountains, so you'd better bring your clothes with you because it's a little cold and sometimes rainy here.
(32) We have visited this temple in the begining of september. The climet was great not so hot with a little wind. \nThe park or garden how they called it was breathtaking. The pools are nice and clean with a lot of fish. If you want you can even take a bath in one of the pools. \nTo see everything - garden, pools, temples - and have a little rest i think 2 hours is enugh.
(33) Most awesome location for a temple on lake. it was a rainy when i visited the place so couldnt enjoy it. the best time to visit the place when the sky is clear.
(34) A visually stunning temple located directly on the beach, but it can be difficult to fully enjoy the charm due to the hordes of tourists and vendors hawking their wares.  While we were there at low tide, our guide advised that when the tide is in the main temple will be on an island promontory surrounded by water. I am not likely to go back to this attraction again simply due to the crowds.
(35) Lovely temple, it was part of an Airbnb experience.   It was pouring rain when we arrived but we waited only 15 minutes for the downpour to end.
(36) its like bali, sunset,beer and shopping or just relax....its up to you....I liked it ...its what you want....say no if you dont want it.....pay no more than $3-00 to $5.00aud for sunnies otherwise tell thm no and mean no...they are nice but we need to tell them our price and thats it, cos they will come down....make sure yr not arguing with them,,,,,cos sometimes its like 20cents to us.theres a guy called woody woodpecker....sellling carvings...( loved them but he started out at $50,,,,I said $20 and he left and came back 3 times,,,,He is very funny....I brought it for $24 and had it shipped back at a local post place...only about 15$
(37) Went for a few hours on a trip round Bali.Saw some beautiful temples and very old stone sculptures.Had to wear a sarong as a religious thing but was all part of it.Good visit
(38) This temple by the beautiful Beratan Lake and surrounded by mountains has to be a must visit in your Bali itinerary. The place is serene and the temperature is down by a degree or two. The setting is romantic. Don't miss it
(39) A must visit in Bali. You just cannot miss this beautiful temple. Mostly crowded all through the day. You cannot enter the temple as a visitor. Lots of restaurants outside the temple compound.
(40) There are many other more interesting temples to see - ones that you can actually see! Here you have to make your way past unusually aggressive vendors hawking the same mass produced stuff that you see everywhere, and you can't really see the temple once you get out to it - it is up on a high bit of land and closed to the public. The place is crawling with tourists - more than at other more interesting places we visited. It isn't worth the trip.
(41) The temple was amazing to see and the whole area was very peaceful and it's fantastic to see the local people worshipping. It is a great, unmissable spot in Bali, don't miss it!
(42) This temple itself was very beautiful and had scenic views. You have to walk through the waves to get to the base of the temple. The experience is very different and nice. But there will be a ton of tourists trying to do the same that it can get overwhelming. Great for Photo Op. Not much to do other than that. However, there are a ton of shops outside where you can bargain and buy a lot of things cheap. We bought t-shirts and dresses for family and friends here. Also, enjoyed coconut ice cream.
(43) The temple on the sea is simply an exceptional temple. And it's a must see... picture perfect. Strongly suggested that you visit this during low tide & enjoy the sunset. The beauty can't be expressed in words or photo. Have 2-3 hours in hand.
(44) The cliff-edge temple overlooks the coastline and relatively calm, blue Indian Ocean waters. The views are breathtaking.
(45) This has been said before, but in order to grasp the situation and see the temple and it's  surrounds, I had to witness it for myself.\nAnd yes! Whoever wrote that this venue is a huge cash cow was absolutely  right.\n\nEntering the carpark almost gave me a heart attack as there were so many coaches parked up   it  resembled  a bus station! .... and all these coaches had people in them, so that equated to many hundreds \n\nThe only way I can describe the entrance and the route to the temple, would be like entering a factory outlet shopping park!!\nThere were hawkers everywhere trying to sell cheap tat which was most off putting.\nWalking down to the beach  area and towards  the temple there was a cave which supposedly housed a \holy snake\"  but in order to see it you had to part with more money... but.... I think I know by now what a snake looks like, even a holy one at that.\nWalking further up the hill towards the cafe we encountered more shops selling more tat... crazy really... but many of the shops were selling full Native American head dresses for some reason! \nWeird that..\nSo, a word of advise ; unless of course you desperately want to walk round with hoards  of people & being accosted by hawkers, I would suggest you read up about this temple and look at as many  pictures as you can - or better still, buy a video so you can experience this place in the comfort of your own armchair.\nBut, having said that, I am pleased to have witnessed the hoards et all for myself and the saddest part of it all is,that you can't even get into the temple to see it.."
(46) The temple is located on the sea, and offer a fantastic view ! You can't go inside as it's only for prayers, but you ca' go really close to it.\nThe olace is big, walk around the temples, there are amazing spot. And a little village all around.
(47) I can stay here all day just to sit around by the lake and enjoy the beautiful air..\nThe temple is in the middle of a beautiful lake.. great place to take great pictures.. \nThe entrance is Rp.20,000/person.. \nclosed at 6pm..
(48) Definitely not the best part of my glorious trip to Bali. Went in the morning and it was ridiculously crowded. I'm starting to think the selfie stick is the worst invention ever. I was not aware that you'd have to wade through the water to get to it, so I basically took pictures of the beach and the back of the temple (I guess? no idea) and left. I think I spent 20 minutes there after a 90 minute taxi ride from Ubud. I was on my way to Canggu, but I could have skipped this and not missed anything.
(49) We saw the temple at low tide about midday. Bad call. It was intensely packed with tourists making it impossible to approach, then we discovered it was forbidden to enter anyway. Nice for a happy snap to add to instagram but beyond that, there are nicer temples elsewhere. I think it just gets a lot of hype because of the location. Its not one i would recommend to friends. The grounds surrounding the temple are actually a lot nicer but be aware there are a lot of pick pockets nearby.
(50) The temple itself is very beautiful, but also very small on the water. \n\nThe complex surrounding the actual temple (inaccessible to tourists) is full of cheesy statues. Let’s just say we were equally as intrigued by the corn husk garbage cans as we were the temple. There’s also a strange photo op with a giant bat advertised, which we were thankful was closed (because it seems cruel, and maybe I wouldn’t live to write this review).
(51) This is good temple but not as good as I have been told and some of reviews I saw on this forum.\nTemple is having best location, on the rock in the sea. But don’t get your hopes high after seeing all those beautiful (photoshopped) pictures posted online. \nTemple itself is old. It is crowded and you can rarely get oppprtunity to get good photo. \nThing to remember - check low tides times or you may have to wait for long time to get to the temple.
(52) Very unique temple with breathtaking views. The waves here are amazing but could be dangerous if too close, so be careful when getting close for pictures. Their restaurant stretch offer very nice views with small animals overseeing the temple from high ground, perfect for a drink with loved ones at sunset.
(53) The place is beautiful but I expected more of this so-called temple. I come from a trip we visited several temples (Borodubur, Angkor temples in Thailand) and really lacked a bit in the temples that met in Bali. They're cute but not to compare with what is seen for example in Angkor and even in Java with Bororubudur Prabanam and places that are beautiful.
(54) Beautiful temples by the seaside. Go during sunset where the colours of the sky will make it a photographic moment.
(55) Not much here.  Another temple and far from Ubud.  We also stopped at the twin lakes which was another let down.  Lots of places to do those selfies you see online but nothing of interest to us.
(56) The Temple and surrounding Temples within the compound were simply stunning and the view to the ocean was magical. \nI do find it sad though that so many people’s footprints have and will go over this sacred ground including mine! \nFor those with walking disabilities or pain, some of it is up and down stairs and you can walk quite a way depending on how far you want to go! There were way to many people for my liking at sunset but we all had the same idea I guess!
(57) 75k entrance which is more than most temples around Bali. Very different from other temples, it has more of a “national trust” feel about it. Temple, coffee? Restaurant, gardens, kids areas etc. \n\nAdditional things you can do there for more money - e.g photo spots, petting zoo, owls etc. \n\nThe area is pretty and we had a nice time but it is a trek from the areas most tourists stay in so if travelling this way I would plan other activities to go alongside. I wouldn’t travel all this way for just this
(58) crowded.  bus charters.  pay for WHAT.  The temple isn't available to actually go up too.  its got a bunch of guys sitting around acting all powerful.  the natural beauty of the area is lovely but its now over shadowed by making money and business.  There are plenty of other temple's for you to visit without having to pay for the privilege.  DON'T.  Religion shouldn't be about money to enter a location.  There are restaurants and markets haggling for your IR.
(59) THis was an experience of note...you had to walk accross the water(as in the bible.) into this temple to get a blessing...so many people around...there was presence/ ambience unexplainable.
(60) A must visit Temple. Also very nice scenic beauty. On the sea and hence still more attractive. Good exercise also.