The spectacular coastal road of eastern Bali is an adventure in its own right, with tall mountains on one side and stunning cliffs and raw ocean views on the other. Some of Bali's best diving opportunities are found at Amed and Tulamben in the north-east and around Padangbai further south, where thousands of colourful tropical fish swim amongst the the hard and soft coral reefs. Few eastern villages encounter large numbers of tourists, and may be ideal for those who wish to avoid tourist crowds. One exception is the sacred Mother Temple, on the slopes of Mount Agung. This most holy of Balinese temples is frequently visited by devotee's of Hinduism, Bali's predominant religion, and tourists alike.