Gunung Kawi
Gunung Kawi is Hindu temple in Bali, Indonesia, about 10.8 km from Ubud. The best months to visit are June, May, October.
Just 10.8 km from Ubud, Gunung Kawi offers a profound glimpse into ancient Balinese Hinduism, with its unique shrines carved directly into a riverside rock face, a sight distinct from typical Indian temple architecture. These impressive candi, believed to be memorials to royalty, are accessed via a scenic descent through rice paddies. To truly appreciate the scale and history, consider wearing comfortable footwear for the walk down and back up.
Visiting Gunung Kawi
Best time to visit Gunung Kawi
Gunung Kawi is visited from Ubud. Based on 10 years of climate data, the most comfortable months there are June, May, October — June brings ~19 rainy days this month. See Ubud weather in June →
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Gunung Kawi — FAQs
What is Gunung Kawi?
Gunung Kawi is Hindu temple in Bali, Indonesia, about 10.8 km from Ubud.
When is the best time to visit Gunung Kawi?
The most comfortable months at Ubud, the nearest base, are June, May, October — June brings ~19 rainy days this month. Avoid the peak-heat months for midday outdoor visits.
What else is near Gunung Kawi?
Close by you'll also find Besakih, Goa Gajah, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, Tirta Empul Temple — all part of a typical Ubud sightseeing itinerary.
How do I visit Gunung Kawi from India?
Gunung Kawi is reached via Ubud, Bali. Trolly Good Fellow runs guided group tours from India that include Bali's main sights, with flights, stays and an India host. Bali uses the IDR (1 INR ≈ 187.722117 IDR).
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