Ungasan

城市概覽

This is a large limestone peninsula connected to the rest of the island by a narrow strip of land south of the airport. The peninsula is very different to other parts of Bali, being rugged and dry, and is made of ancient uplifted coral. Before the tourists started coming, this was a real backwater of Bali. The Bukit (as it is commonly referred to) includes the famous cliff-hanging temple at Uluwatu, a number of Bali's very best beaches including Balangan, and the top surfing spots on the island. As is so often the case, it was intrepid surfers who really opened up the eyes of the world to this part of the island. The two main towns with strong local communities on the Bukit are Pecatu and Ungasan. This article covers the whole of the Bukit Peninsula south of Jimbaran and west of Nusa Dua.

如何抵達

The only road connecting the Bukit Peninsula to the rest of the island is the busy Jalan Bypass Nusa Dua. Take this main road south to the junction with Jalan Uluwatu II (the famous McDonald's junction), turn west towards Jimbaran Bay, continue about 2 km and at the four road junction make a sharp left up the hill (signposted for Uluwatu). Continue on this road into the heart of the peninsula. A taxi from Kuta to Uluwatu for example takes 30–40 minutes on winding roads and will cost about Rp 120,000 one-way. If you are just visiting for the day, consider asking the driver to wait trip as it can be difficult to find transport back. Figure on paying the taxi driver Rp 20,000/hour to wait. Joining a tour can be a cheaper way of getting to Uluwatu and this destination is very widely offered by tour operators all over the island.

當地交通

Exploring the Bukit lends itself very well to a rented motorbike. A number of the nicer beaches are reached via small roads or dirt tracks and a motorbike is the best method. Taxis are not plentiful but can be found. There is a taxi stand at Padang-Padang just north of the bridge and one or two taxis are often sitting there waiting for customers. Or just stick to Grab or Gojek ride hailing. Transport in parts of the south-west Bukit Peninsula is only provided by groups of drivers who can be seen waiting for passengers at intersections with their SUVs. You'll need to negotiate with them because rideshare drivers may not service your area. A few bemos ply the main routes only but they are neither regular nor reliable.

必看景點

1 Uluwatu Temple (Pura Uluwatu). Daily 07:00-19:00. One of Bali's nine key directional temples. Though a small temple was claimed to have existed beforehand, the structure was significantly expanded by a Javanese sage, Empu Kuturan in the 11th Century. Another sage from East Java, Dang Hyang Nirartha is credited for constructing the padmasana shrines and is claimed to have attained Moksha here. Even more remarkable than the temple itself is its location, perched on a steep cliff 70 metres above the roaring Indian ocean waves. There are more steep headlands on either side and sunsets over Uluwatu are a sight to behold. You need to wear long pants, if not there are Sarongs and sashes available free at the entrance. Guides, once famously mercenary, hassle visitors less than they used to, although they may offer to "protect" you from the monkeys, for a tip of course. While you are free to walk around the temple grounds, the central courtyards can only be entered during special rituals.The temple is inhabited by large number of monkeys, and if you've been to Monkey Forest in Ubud and thought that all monkeys are that chill, you're in for a shock. Monkeys here are extremely adept at snatching visitors' belonging, including bags, cameras and eyeglasses, which made this place notorious in Bali for thieving monkeys as they do so very often. Keep a very close grip on all your belongings, stow away your eyeglasses if at all possible! Be very careful with even holding your phone in your hand, especially while standing still - they can suddenly snatch it from you. If you do have something taken, the monkeys can usually be induced to exchange it for some fruit, but be aware that it's not 100% guaranteed. Also rewarding the monkeys like this only encourages them to steal more... Locals and even the temple priests will be happy to do the job for you, naturally in exchange for a tip (no defined sum, but can be Rp 10,000-50,000). Adults 50,000 Rp, children 30,000 Rp. (updated Feb 202

體驗活動

Uluwatu is a very well known destination among surfing enthusiasts. Most of the surf spots are only suitable for advanced or expert surfers though - the waves are big here. The main surfing spots are Uluwatu, Dreamland, Padang-Padang, Bingin/Impossibles and Suluban. Kecak Dance (monkey dance) performances are held at Uluwatu temple daily 18:00-19:00. Tickets for the visually spectacular, if rather unoriginal show (it was invented in the 1930s), cost Rp 100,000 (from Jan 2015). Buy them more than a few minutes before the show starts—they sell out. Choosing to get married or renewing vows in Bali is increasingly popular, and the Bukit Peninsula is the most popular destination for such ceremonies. There is a stunning, modernist, purpose-built cliff-front wedding chapel close to Nyang Nyang Beach and the Bulgari Hotel, and a number of resorts offer specialist wedding packages and planning.

Tirtha Wedding Chapel, Jl Raya Uluwatu,Banjar Dinas Karang Boma, Pecatu (on the southern cliff edge between The Bulgari and Puri Bali at Nyang Nyang), ☏ +62 361 8471151, [email protected]. This impressive chapel was designed by leading architect Glen Parker and is stunningly located on the cliff top above Nyang Nyang Beach. The architecture is very modern and the chapel is essentially a series of glass-walled triangular pavilions surrounded by reflection pools. Full wedding planning services offered. New Kuta Golf Course, Kawasan Pecatu Indah, Jl Uluwatu, Pecatu, ☏ +62 361 8481333, [email protected]. This golf course is stunningly located on top of the cliffs above Dreamland beach and is a top class venue. It is part of the highly controversial Pecatu Graha Indah development that was the brainchild of former dictator Soeharto's son Tommy. The dubious acquisition methods of the land here by his development company from the traditional landowners is still a huge bone of contention in Bali. That, coupled with the development ruining Dreamland Beach, has led to a lot of controver

購物

There are the usual souvenir shops at the parking area at the entrance to Uluwatu temple. Otherwise, this is not an area of Bali known for its shopping. There are convenience stores and small supermarkets in the villages of Pecatu and Ungasan for everyday shopping.

美食

The growing number of five star resorts on the Bukit Peninsula all have top class restaurants (and prices to match). Alila and Karma Kandara are especially highly rated. At a more humble level, there are a host of simple local roadside cafes catering to the young surfing crowd at Bingin, Padang-Padang and Uluwatu. A lot of these hardly have a name, let alone contact detail