Temple Tour Pemuteran
Pemuteran is not only famous for the beauty of its beaches, hills, and underwater scenery but also for its diverse cultural traditions that are worth exploring.
In the village of Pemuteran, there are three beautiful temples nestled between the mountains and the sea—structures that are not only stunning but also hold rich historical significance.
Pulaki Temple
is the main temple for Pemuteran. It backs up against the hills and is home to a troop of grey macaque monkeys.
Pabean Temple
Across the road on grounds bordered the ocean is Pura Pabean, where local fishermen come to pray for safe journeys. This temple exhibits an unusual blend of Balinese and Chinese style decorations. At the foot of Pura Pabean, next to the sea is a very basic and much older temple known as Pura Segara. The only decorations here are two piles of stones which appear very aged with a vaguely human shape.
The Melanting temple (temple of trader)
from which the traders and businessmen ask for fortune and good luck. Because of its rich, historical architecture and its very special location, this is the best local temple to visit. Dating back to the 15th century, it is located on the slopes of Mount Pulaki and is surrounded by tropical forests and local vineyards. During a visit to the temple, you can get a deep spiritual experience and enjoy the natural tranquility of its beauty without the hustle and bustle unfortunately normally associated with visiting other temples. Late afternoon (around 5 pm) is normally the best time to visit.
The best time to visit this temple is at 3 PM, during the calm evening atmosphere. After exploring all the temples, you can relax and enjoy the sunset from Pemuteran Beach.
Rate includes:
- Driver English speaking guide
- Sarong and Selendang
- Bottled drinking water & soft drink
- Entrance fees and donations