Pura Goa Lawah
One of Bali's six major temples, where a cave behind the shrine is home to thousands of bats. It is a classic stop on the road to Padang Bai.
Goa Lawah Temple dates from the 11th century and is one of Bali's nine directional guardian temples. Thousands of fruit bats roost in the cave behind the main shrine, densest near the entrance. Legend says the cave's depths connect to Besakih Temple. Opposite the temple is a black sand beach where devotees hold purification rituals. Admission is about IDR 30,000, and visitors must wear a sarong (sarongs can be borrowed at the entrance). The temple sits on the main road from Sanur and Ubud to Padang Bai, and half an hour is enough for a visit.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Bias Tugel Beach
- Blue Lagoon, Padang Bai
- Sidemen Valley
- Candidasa
- Tenganan Pegringsingan Village
- Virgin Beach (Pasir Putih)
- Tirta Gangga
- Taman Ujung