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What to Do – Impossible Surf at the Bukit

What to Do – Uluwatu, the Cliff Temple Sanctified as one of the six main directional temples of Bali , or sad kahyangan , Pura Luhur Uluwatu hovers on a stunning spot above the Indian Ocean , at the tip of the Bukit Peninsula . Mpu Kuturan, a Javanese priest who came to Bali in the beginning of 11 th century, is believed to have founded the temple. The temple is also associated with the legendary 16 th century priest, Danghyang Nirartha, who built several famed sanctuaries around Bali , until he achieved moksa at Uluwatu – the liberation from the endless sysle of rebirth, to become one with the infinitive.

The building of Uluwatu, made of dark grey coral, is rather simple – letting the magnificent natural setting absorb the humbled visitor. Beware the resident troupe of monkeys, quick at snatching sunglasses, earrings, and cameras. The three candi bentar (split gateways) are adorned with wing-shaped carvings representing the phoenix. The gateway into the inner sanctuary, which is closed to non-worshippers, bears an arch sculpted with a sneering bhoma , guarding the sanctuary from evil intruders. From the terrace, visitors can peer inside the sanctuary, housing a three-tiered meru . The scene over the southern coastline from the terrace is superb. From the temple, follow the pathway on your left along the cliffs edge, admiring the vistas over the ocean and the temple's meru perched on the cliff. Make your Own Po t at Jenggala Ceramics

Jenggala Ceramics is a perfect place to hunt for an earthenware gift. It has a two-hour introductory course for adults and children, where you'll have the fun of han­ dling muddy clay and create your own piece for US$ 10, including materials. Though some useful ceramics terms – such as slab work, pinch, and hand throwing - will be –used during the course, don't become too serious. As an apprentice said, the course can be as rewarding as it is fun.

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