Written on December 2, 2012 by CB Driver in Asia, Photo of the Day 
Today’s photo is of a monkey enjoying the sunset at Uluwatu cliff in Bali–a scene that that I must say surprised me. Most of the other monkeys were jumping and climbing on the tourists, but this was one sitting quietly.
‘Pura Luhur Uluwatu’, built in the 11th century, is a Hindu temple set on a cliff in southern part of Bali’s peninsula. Also known as the ‘monkey temple,’ the name Ulu means head and Watu means stone. “It is one of nine directional temples meant to protect Bali from evil spirits,” according to Wikipedia.
Photographic Details
Camera: Olympus XZ-1
F stop: 4.5
Shutter: 1/800 second
ISO: 100
Filter: None
Reactions/Experiences?
Have you been to Uluwatu for the monkey chant? If so, what did you think? If not, would you like to go?
I loved the monkey chant. In fact, it was one of the highlights of my trip to Indonesia.
PS: I’ve got a great photo/video essay on the monkey chant–all from this very spot in Bali–coming soon. Stay tuned!
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Photo is (c) L Egle/Chickybus 2012 and may not be used without permission.
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