Saturday, June 16, 2012

Goa Lawah

Goa Lawah

Pura Goa Lawah the temple used to worship “Varuna”, the God of the Sea. The name "Goa Lawah" which means "Bat Cave" and indeed hundreds of bats hanging in it. They never leave the cave, just flying around the area and then back again.


Goa Lawah very interesting place to visit, due to strategic location on the beach with ocean views and the island of  Nusa Penida in the distance and the arrangement of beautiful and picturesque beaches. On the beach sometimes tourists can witness traditional ceremonies and activities can also see bats hanging from the edge of the cave.


Goa Lawah is located in Desa Pesinggahan, Kecamatan Dawan, Kabupaten Klungkung. About 1 hour drive from the city of Denpasar or 4 miles from the center of which is the capital city Semarapura of Klungkung regency.