Uluwatu Temple ‘Piodalan’ Anniversary – Sunrise & sunset, nature’s backdrop

‘Ulu’ meaning top and ‘watu’ meaning stone, or rock, Uluwatu Temple, also known as Pura Luhur Uluwatu is the place that you would want to visit, if you wished to experience Deity. Perched atop a steep cliff rising 250 feet from the Indian Ocean, the orchestra of nature plays its best symphony viz, sunset. Uluwatu Temple is believed to be one of the six main temples of Bali which for the six spiritual pillars. Primeval sculptures and intricately designed gateways in keeping with traditional art, lays claim to Balinese architecture which all add to the splendour of the scenic location. Bali Luxury Villas offer everything that a traveller could wish for. Comfort, luxury, beauty and splendour all roll into one at Alila Villas Uluwatu, a hotel perched upon a cliff in Uuwatu. This gives perfect access to Uluwatu Temple and to experience the ‘Piodalan’ Anniversary which is held every six months at the temple. In the Wuku Medangsia in Caka calendar, the ‘Piodalan’ is held on Anggara Kasih day and lasts for three consecutive days. People from all over Bali swarm the temple to experience the ceremony.