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Sunset

Golden Light at the Chapel

Catch the late afternoon glow at a quiet spiritual spot, fueled by coffee and views.

Best time: 18:15About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:00

    Casa Luna

    Grab a seat at Casa Luna. It is a large, long-established restaurant where you can enjoy western or local dishes while the light is still bright enough to see the valley clearly. It is open from 08:00 to 22:00.

  2. 17:45

    Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari

    Walk 3 km north from the main Ubud street to the Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari. This modern chapel is dedicated to the feminine aspect of the divine. It is free to enter, though donations are accepted. Arrive early to find a quiet spot inside or just outside.

  3. 18:15

    Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari

    Stay for the golden light. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a warm glow over the landscape. The chapel offers a peaceful setting to watch the day end.

  4. 19:00

    Chapel of Mother Goddess, Rajarajeshwari Tripurasundari

    Head back down to the main street area. The chapel is a quiet place to end the experience before returning to the bustle of Ubud.

Local tip

The Botanic Garden is best visited in the morning to avoid heat, so saving the chapel for the late afternoon allows you to experience the cooler golden hour light. Check the route back to the main street as the walk is 3 km.

Check before you go

  • Casa Luna is open 08:00-22:00.
  • The Chapel is free but donations are accepted.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ubud (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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