Uluwatu Temple's clifftop position creates extraordinary opportunities to photograph the Kecak fire dance with the setting sun and ocean as backdrop. The combination of temple, dancers in traditional costume, fire, and golden light is unmissable for travel photographers.
| Best time | Kecak dance at sunset (from 6:00 PM) |
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Location
-8.8291, 115.0849 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Arrive by 5:30 PM for good seating inside the performance area
- A telephoto lens (70-200mm) brings the dancers close
- The fire dance itself and the torches create beautiful light at dusk
- Monkeys at the temple add unexpected wildlife photography opportunities
- No flash photography during the performance
Accessibility
Easy — paved path to temple and performance area