Rambut Siwi Temple — Attraction in Bali

Rambut Siwi Temple is a truly magical and serene place, rich in spiritual energy and natural beauty. Located on a peaceful cliff overlooking the ocean, this temple offers not only a place for prayer and reflection but also stunning views that take your breath away. It’s less crowded than some of the more well-known temples in Bali, which makes the experience even more personal and peaceful.

The temple grounds are beautifully maintained, with lush greenery, sacred shrines, and quiet corners for meditation. The connection to nature here is strong—you can hear the waves crashing below while walking through the sacred paths, creating a calming atmosphere that stays with you long after you leave.

What makes Rambut Siwi especially meaningful is its spiritual significance. The temple is deeply rooted in Balinese Hindu tradition, and you can feel the presence of devotion in every detail. It’s a powerful place to take a moment, slow down, and reflect. We were fortunate to witness a few locals performing their rituals with grace and reverence, which added even more authenticity and beauty to the visit.

If you are looking for a place in Bali that combines culture, spirituality, and natural wonder—without the tourist crowds—Rambut Siwi is absolutely worth the trip. It’s a hidden gem that invites you to connect with the island’s soul in a truly...

Rambut Siwi Temple - approximately 17 km east of the city of Negara - is a temple to worship God as the god of agriculture. Going down in the southeastern part of Rambut Siwi Temple is the Segara Temple. Some of these temples call it Pura Taman. Next to Segara Temple is a Temple of Refrain. In the worship program, especially if there is pujawali or piodalan, the three temples are very closely related. Pujawali is held every six months, namely on the day of Buda Umanis Prangbakat. Generally, if we pray to Rambut Siwi Temple, there will also be a prayer in Segara Temple and Penataran Temple.

Go up to the west then the Rambut Siwi Temple stands majestically. Noting the layout of the location of the three temples, the temple looks very old. Because before Mpu Kuturan taught the development of Kahyangan Tiga in every Pakraman village in Bali there were already three types of temples in each kingdom in Bali namely Pura Segara, Pura Penataran and Pura Puncak. This Rambut Siwi Temple is classified as Pura Puncak because it is located on a peak or on a plateau when viewed from the Segara and Penataran Temples. This symbolizes the worship of God animating Bhur Loka, Bhuwah Loka and Swah Loka. The three temples illustrate that God is everywhere, in the lower, middle and...

A magnificent Hindu temple that was built in the 16th-century overlooking the black sand beaches of the west Bali and green rice paddies around the temple itself.

The temple is easily can be found which is off the main street from Denpasar to Gilimanuk the port to get the ferry crossing over to Java.

Entrance ticket to the temple is only IDR 20,000/person. You should wear a sarong to enter the temple which are available at the ticket counter but it is convenient to bring your own.

From the main temple, you should walk to visit the Penataran temple and Goa Dasar Agung ( a sacred cave) which are down by the beach and during the low tide you can have such a lovely walk along the black sand beach. If the weather is good, it is fantastic to visit the temple...