Archive for January, 2010

5. TIPS from Bali travels tour

Airport Tax and Transport
Passengers departing on international and domestic flights have to pay Rp. 50,000 and Rp. 11,000 airport tax respectively.Metered taxis are available only at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta. At other major Indonesian airports, taxis operate on a fixed rate basis. From Jakarta airport, all taxi fares include a surcharge of Rp. 2,300 and a highway toll of at least Rp. 4,000, depending on destination. The surcharge does not apply to trips to the airport, though the highway toll does. In both directions, airport taxis offer a 25 percent discount on the toll fee.

Customs : On entry to Indonesia, each adult is allowed to bring in tax-free a maximum of one liter of alcoholic beverages and 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100 grams of tobacco. Cameras, video cameras, portable radios, cassette recorders, binoculars and sport equipment are admitted provided they are taken out of the country on departure. They must be declared to Customs. Prohibited are firearms, narcotics, pornography, Chinese printing and medicines, transceivers and cordless telephones. Films, pre-recorded video tapes and laser disks must be screened by the Censor Board.
There is no restriction on the movement of foreign currencies or travellers checks in and out of the country. However, the import and export of Indonesian hard currency exceeding Rp. 5 million is prohibited.

Communications : Long-distance telephone calls within Indonesia are by direct dialing. International Direct Dialing (IDD) is available in all 26 provincial capitals and in more than 320 cities throughout the country. For the business travellers, facsimile, telex and email services are available in most hotels and at service outlets.

Currency : Exchange facilities for the main foreign currencies are available in banks or at authorized moneychangers in major cities of Indonesia. Rupiah comes in denominations of 100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5000, 500 and 100 in bank notes, and 1000, 500, 100, 50, 25, 10 and 5 coins.

Time : Indonesia is divided into three time zones. Western Indonesia Time (Sumatra, Java, West and Central Kalimantan) is seven hours ahead of GMT, Central Indonesia Time (Bali, South and East Kalimantan, Sulawesi and Nusa Tenggara) is eight hours ahead, and East Indonesia Time (Maluku and Irian Jaya) is nine hours ahead.

Electricity : Electricity is supplied at 220V 50Hz. Outlets are the European standard CEE-7/7 “Schukostecker” or “Schuko” or the compatible, but non-grounded, CEE-7/16 “Europlug” types. Generally speaking, U.S. and Canadian travelers should pack a voltage changing adapter for these outlets, if they plan to use North American electrical equipment (although a lot of electronics with powr adapters will work on 220 volts, check your equipment first).

Climate : Day-time temperatures are pleasant varying between 20 and 33 degrees Celsius or 68 to 93 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. From December to March, the west monsoon can bring heavy showers and high humidity, but days are still often sunny with the rains starting in the late afternoon/evening and passing quickly. From June to September the humidity is low and it can be quite cool in the evenings. At this time of the year there is hardly any rain in the lowland coastal areas.
Office hours : Most government offices are open from 8 am to 3 pm. On Fridays, they close at 11:30 am. On Saturdays, they are open until 2 or 3 pm

Business offices : open from 8 am or 9 am to 4 pm or 5 pm. Some work half day on Saturdays. Banks open from 8 am to 3 pm on weekdays. Banks are closed on Saturdays. Money-changers open longer hours till the evening.

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Kabupaten Badung

Tempat menarik yang bisa dijadikan obyek wisata di Kabupaten Badung antara lain:

1. Air terjun Nungnung
2. Atraksi Makotek
3. Ayung Rafting
4. Bumi Perkemahan Dukuh
5. Bungy Jumping
6. Desa Petang
7. Desa Wisata Baha
8. Garuda Wisnu Kencana
9. Geger Sawangan
10. Kawasan Nusa Dua
    
11. Mandala Wisata
12. Monumen Tragedi Kemanusiaan
13. Panggung Kesenian Kuta Timur
14. Pantai Canggu
15. Pantai Jimbaran
16. Pantai Kedonganan
17. Pantai Kuta, Legian dan Seminyak
18. Pantai Labuan Sait
19. Pantai Nyang-Nyang
20. Pantai Suluban 699
21. Patung Satria Gatot Kaca
22. Penangkaran Penyu Deluang Sari
23. Pura Peti Tenget
24. Pura Pucak Tedung
25. Pura Sadha
26. Pura Taman Ayun
27. Pura Uluwatu
28. Safari Kuda
29. Sangeh
30. Taman Reptil Indonesia Jaya
31. Tanah Wuk
32. Tanjung Benoa
33. Waka Tangga
34. Water Boom Park
35. Wisata Agro Pelaga

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I. The Dance :

Theater and dance is an integral part of Balinese culture. Balinese dances are famous all over the world and the Balinese themselves take them very seriously. Birthdays, weddings, and temples festivals are all occasions for dramatic performances and dance is inextricably linked with the Balinese religion. The commercial performances for tourists that are today offered on a daily basis in several places of Bali do, of course, not have the same religious significance and atmosphere of a dance that is performed at a real temple festival.

1. Tari Panyembrama

Four or eight young girls bearing a bokor, a heavily engraved bowl made from silver or aluminium, laden with flowers, dance expressively to the accompaniment of vibrant gamelan music. The Panyembrama is probably the most popular Balinese social dance. In keeping with its meaning in the Balinese Language, Panymebrama is frequently staged to welcome guests of honour who are making a visit to this islands of the Gods.

2. Barong dance

If black magic prevails, a village fails into danger, and extensive purification ceremonies become necessary to restore a proper equilibrium for the health of the community. Dramatic art is also a mea of cleansing the village by strengthening its resistance to harmful forces through offerings, prayers and acts of exorcism. Such is the symbolic play of the two remarkable presences-the Barong and Rangda. Barong, a mystical creature with a long swaybackand curved tail, representstheaffirmative, the protector of mankind, the glory of the high sun, and the lavorable spirits associated with the right and.white magic.

3. The Kecak dance

is an unusual Balinese dance for a couple of reasons. First, there is no musical accompaniment. The gamelan is not there. Rhythm is provided by a chanting ‘monkey’ chorus. The polyrhythmic sound of the chanting provides the name, ‘Ke-chak’.

4. Legong keratin

In legends, Legong is the heavenly dance of divine nymphs. Of all classical Balinese dances, it remains the quintessence of femininity and grace. Girls from the age of five aspire to be selected to represent the community as Legong dancers.

5. Kebyar duduk

He took the costume from Kebyar Legong, but to move in a squatting position he had to hold up the train with one hand as he moved and this became the hallmark of the dance. The mood of Kebyar Duduk is determined by the music, and the dancer works in close co-ordination with the entire gamelan to interpret its shifting colors.

6. The Yudapati Dance
Yudapati is a dance which depicts a male character but is performed by female dancers. The word Yudapati is derived from Yuda which means war and Pati which means death. The dance represents the kamikaze warrior in defending the truth. The dance was created in 1987. It is based on the Baris dance.

7. The Ghopala Dance
This dance provides the audience with an interesting insight into the lives of people who live in a simple and pure manner in an environment of blissful tranquillity. This dance originated in 1984 and usually performed by five boy dancers. The characters of the Ghopala dance are especially funny and will draw laughter from the audience.

8. Legong Trunajaya
The Trunajaya dance describes the emotions of a young man through love and passion. The dance movements reflect the theme of courtship and love.
Truna meaning ’single’ and jaya meaning ‘to win’ immediately gives an understanding of the dance. Ironically, the dancer are young women who take on the role of young men. The women wear a ‘destar’ normally worn by men and an unusual loin-cloth called a ‘kancut’. The Trunajaya is normally danced by a single female but sometimes two, dancing together in synchronous movements and to the mesmorotic sounds of the ‘Gong Kebyar’, a fast, rhythmic beat which goes in harmony to the dance.

9. Calonarang

A spectacular dance which is a tale of combating dark magic and exorcising the evil spirits aligned with the witch-queen Rangda. The story has many variations and rarely are two Calonarang plays the same. If you can find an authentic Calonarang perofrmance, then you are in for a truly magical experience.

II. THE CULTURE :

1. TEMPLE Ceremony

“PURNAMA KEDASA” in Bali Have an several Big ceremony. Because today is Good day according the Calender. We call “Purnama Sasih Kedasa” is the Full Moon on Month 10th according the Balinese Calender.
In Ubud we can see some Temple Ceremony, and also in Bali we have Big Ceremony at Besakih Temple (Bali Mother Temple). At Besakih, we call the ceremony as “Odalan Ida Betara Turun Kabeh” The Odalan at Besakih will end on April 27th, 2009.

2. NGABEN Cremation

Ngaben is the ritual performed to send the dead through the transition to his next life. The village Kul Kul, hanging in the tower of the village temple, will sound a certain beat to announce the departure of the deceased. The body of the deceased will be placed at Bale Delod, as if he were sleeping, and the family will continue to treat him as if he were still alive yet sleeping. No tears are shed, for he is only gone temporarily and he will reincarnate into the family.

The Priest consults the Dewasa to determine the proper day for the ceremony. On the day of the ceremony, the body of the deceased is placed inside a coffin which is then placed inside a sarcophagus in the form of a buffalo (called Lembu) or a temple structure called Wadah made of paper and light wood. The Wadah will be carried to the village cremation site in a procession. The climax of Ngaben is the burning of the Wadah, using fire original.

3. WEDDING Ceremony

The Balinese marriage, locally is better known as Masakapan, is held on an auspicious day selected by the priest. Invitations are sent out asking guest to bring certain types and amounts of food. The bridge and groom use to have their teeth filed during the ceremony if this had not already been done. While the bridge is being prepared for the marriage rite, men-arranged according to status-sit, eat and chew betel nut while being entertained by professional storyteller. The rite varies from area, but usually the bridge and groom offer food and drink to one another, and then eat together in public, an important symbolic act because in the past only married men and women are allowed to be seen eating food together. In the afternoon the priest performs a ritual purification and blesses the couple.

III. THE ART

1. Painting

Paintings of Bali have experienced remarkable evolution. Traditionally another means of expressing religious and mythological ideas, paintings of Bali have been subjected to a number of influences, including deep interaction with Western painters who came and lived in Bali. As with any other artistic expression found in the island, these influences have been uniquely adapted into Bali’s personality, creating new nuances and styles of paintings that are distinctly Balinese.

2. Batik

The Batik of Bali provides another venue of showing the artistic excellence of the Balinese people. Their beautiful designs, inspired by religious mythologies to everyday encounters, spread throughout the world. Originally stimulated by Javanese motifs, dominated by wayang and other mythological characters, contemporary batik artists have also experienced artistic development that parallels that of paintings. Modern batik artists express themselves through various subjects, from objects of nature such as birds or fish t o daily activities such as cremation (ngaben) procession or tourist attractions as well as religious and mythological stories, accompanied by modern interpretation.

3. Wood Carving

are in either modern or traditional form.
The main road of the town is lined with dozens of workshops. You can buy mass produced soft wood carvings or more expensive and highly crafted pieces from ebony, jackfruit, teak, and sandalwood. Particularly fine specimens of wood carvings can be seen at the Nyana Tilem Gallery, one of the first galleries you come to in Mas.

Mas is also of historical significance to Bali’s history as it was here that the great priest Nirartha has his hermitage in the Pura Taman Pule.

4. Gold & Silver smith

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IV. THE BALINESE SPECIAL DAY

Every religion or culture all over the world has their own way to define and celebrate their new year. For example, the Chinese have the Imlek year and to celebrate it, have, as they called it in their own language, “Gong Xi Fat Choy”. The Moslem societies have their Muharam year, and any of the people over the world using the Gregorian calendar, celebrate the New Year on January 1st.

The same thing also occurs in Bali, however the Balinese use many different calendar systems. They have adopted the Gregorian calendar for business and government purposes. But for the endless procession of holy days, temple anniversaries, celebrations, sacred dances, building houses, wedding ceremonies, death and cremation processes and other activities that define Balinese life, they have two calendar systems. The first is the Pawukon (from the word Wuku which means week) and Sasih (which is means month). Wuku consists of 30 items starting from Sinta, the first Wuku and end up with the Watugunung the last one. The Pawukon, a 210-day ritual calendar brought over from Java in the 14th century, is a complex cycle of numerological conjunctions that provides the basic schedule for ritual activities on Bali. Sasih, a parallel system of Indian origin, is a twelve month lunar calendar that starts with the vernal equinox and is equally important in determining when to pay respect to the Gods.

1. Nyepi

is a day to make and keep the balance of nature. It is based on the story of when King Kaniska I of India was chosen in 78 A.D. The King was famous for his wisdom and tolerance for the Hinduism and Buddhism societies. In that age, Aji Saka did Dharma Yatra (the missionary tour to promote and spread Hinduism) to Indonesia and introduce the Saka year.

The lead upto Nyepi day is as follows:

Melasti or Mekiyis or Melis (three days before Nyepi)
Melasti is meant to clean the pratima or arca or pralingga (statue), with symbols that help to concentrate the mind in order to become closer to God. The ceremony is aimed to clean all nature and its content, and also to take the Amerta (the source for eternal life) from the ocean or other water resources (ie lake, river, etc). Three days before Nyepi, all the effigies of the Gods from all the village temples are taken to the river in long and colourful ceremonies. There, they have are bathed by the Neptune of the Balinese Lord, the God Baruna, before being taken back home to their shrines.

Tawur Kesanga (the day before Nyepi)
Exactly one day before Nyepi, all villages in Bali hold a large exorcism ceremony at the main village cross road, the meeting place of demons. They usually make Ogoh-ogoh (the fantastic monsters or evil spirits or the Butha Kala made of bamboo) for carnival purposes. The Ogoh-ogoh monsters symbolize the evil spirits surrounding our environment which have to be got rid of from our lives . The carnivals themselves are held all over Bali following sunset. Bleganjur, a Balinese gamelan music accompanies the procession. Some are giants taken from classical Balinese lore. All have fangs, bulging eyes and scary hair and are illuminated by torches.The procession is usually organised by the Seka Teruna, the youth organisation of Banjar. When Ogoh-ogoh is being played by the Seka Teruna, everyone enjoys the carnival. In order to make a harmonic relation between human being and God, human and human, and human and their environments, Tawur Kesanga is performed in every level of society, from the people’s house. In the evening, the Hindus celebrating Ngerupuk, start making noises and light burning torches and set fire to the Ogoh-ogoh in order to get the Bhuta Kala, evil spirits, out of our lives.
On Nyepi day itself, every street is quiet – there are nobody doing their normal daily activities. There is usually Pecalangs (traditional Balinese security man) who controls and checks for street security. Pecalang wear a black uniform and a Udeng or Destar (a Balinese traditional “hat” that is usually used in ceremony). The Pecalangs main task is not only to control the security of the street but also to stop any activities that disturb Nyepi. No traffic is allowed, not only cars but also people, who have to stay in their own houses. Light is kept to a minimum or not at all, the radio or TV is turned down and, of course, no one works. Even love making, this ultimate activity of all leisure times, is not supposed to take place, nor even attempted. The whole day is simply filled with the barking of a few dogs, the shrill of insect and is a simple long quiet day in the calendar of this otherwise hectic island. On Nyepi the world expected to be clean and everything starts anew, with Man showing his symbolic control over himself and the “force” of the World, hence the mandatory religious control.

Ngembak Geni (the day after Nyepi)
Ngembak is the day when Catur Berata Penyepian is over and Hindus societies usually visit to forgive each other and doing the Dharma Canthi. Dharma Canthi are activities of reading Sloka, Kekidung, Kekawin, etc.(ancient scripts containing songs and lyrics).

From the religious and philosophy point of view, Nyepi is meant to be a day of self introspection to decide on values, eg humanity, love, patience, kindness, etc., that should kept forever. Balinese Hindus have many kind of celebrations (some sacred days) but Nyepi is, perhaps the most important of the island’s religious days and the prohibitions are taken seriously, particularly in villages outside of Bali’s southern tourist belt. Hotels are exempt from Nyepi’s rigorous practices but streets outside will be closed to both pedestrians and vehicles (except for airport shuttles or emergency vehicles) and village wardens (Pecalang) will be posted to keep people off the beach. So wherever you happen to be staying on Nyepi Day in Bali, this will be a good day to spend indoors. Indeed Nyepi day has made Bali a unique island.

2. Saraswati Day

Knowledge is very important for Balinese. Every Saniscara, Umanis, Wuku Watugunung, they celebrate Saraswati Day, the knowledge day. It is based on the Pawukon (Balinese calendar) system and the Saniscara (seven day cycle).

The name Saraswati came from “Saras” meaning flow and “wati” meaning a women. So, Saraswati is symbol of knowledge, its flow (or growth) is like a river and knowledge is very interesting, like a beautiful women.

Saraswati is the Goddess of Knowledge, symbolized by a beautiful woman with four hands, riding on a white swan among water lilies to tell humanity that science is like a beautiful woman. Her hands hold a palm leaf; a lontar, (a Balinese traditional book which is the source of science or knowledge); a chain (genitri with 108 pieces) symbolising that knowledge is never ending and has an everlasting life cycle; and a musical instrument (guitar or wina) symbolising that science develops through the growth of culture. The swans symbolise prudence, so that one’s knowledge may distinguish between good and evil and the water lilies (Lotus) are symbols of holiness. The Lotus flower is the holiest for Balinese.

In the afternoon of Saraswati day we are not permitted to read or write the book because all the books are offered. In the evening, called Malam Sastra, people read books (especially religious books) in their houses or in the temple.
Saraswati day itself is celebrated by the Balinese people bringing offerings to their holy books and scrolls in their houses, while students celebrate it at school, usually in the morning, and the office-workers in their office. The philosophy of Saraswati day is that the most important thing for human life is knowledge.

3. Banyu Pinaruh

The day after Saraswati Day is Banyu Pinaruh day. “Banyu” means water and “Pinaruh” mean wisdom. In other words, we must have wisdom which always flows like water and which is useful for human kind. We pray for Dewi Saraswati (manifestation of God) to give us cleverness and wisdom. The people usually take a bath in the sea or a lake or river and drink traditional medicine which is made from many various leaves which is very good for our health. The philosophy of Banyu Pinaruh day is the second most important thing for human life is good health.

4. Soma Ribek
Two days after Saraswati Day, on Soma (or Monday), Pon, Wuku Sinta, is Soma Ribek day. “Soma” meaning Monday, and “Ribek” meaning full. On this day, Balinese bring offerings to the rice box. They thank God for food and beverage in their lives and pray to Dewi Sri (Goddess of prosperity, manifestation of God) to give prosperity. This celebration remind them to be selective when choosing food and not to over eat to improve their health. The philosophy of Soma Ribek day is the third most important thing for human life is food and drink.

5. Sabuh Mas
Three days after Saraswati Day, on Anggara (or Tuesday), Wage, Wuku Sinta, is Sabuh Mas day. “Sabuh” means belt, and “Mas” mean gold. On this day, Balinese bring offerings to the deposit box or the place where they keep their jewelry. They thank Mahadewa (manifestation of God) for cloth, money, gold, etc in our lives.

6. Pagerwesi
Four days after Saraswati Day, on Buda (or Wednesday), Kliwon, Wuku Sinta, is Pagerwesi day. “Pager” meaning fence and “Wesi” meaning iron. On this day, Balinese pray to Sang Hyang Pramesti Guru (manifestation of God). All Balinese have offerings to their Sanggah (temple in their home) and at all of their temples. This is the second biggest holiday after Galungan day for the Balinese. The philosophy of this celebration is that they must keep knowledge, health, food, cloth and gold high in their lives to keep the universe in balance.

7. Galungan is a ten day festival which comes around every 210 days and celebrates the death of the tyrant Mayadenawa. Gods and ancestors visit earth and are greeted with gift-laden bamboo poles called penjor lining the streets. The last day of the festival is known as Kuningan.

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Sanur.
On the southeastern side of Bali, Sanur beach is easily reachable from Denpasar, about a 5 to 10 minute drive. Sanur is an excellent site to watch the sun rises, as you jog along the white sandy beach. Being one of the first resort developed in Bali, Sanur maintains its traditions. Only a stone thrown away from the beach, ancient temples stand as solemn as they have been in centuries past.

Kuta and Legian
Practically on the opposite side of Sanur, the beaches of Kuta and Legian stretch on the southwestern side of Bali, again only about 5 to 10 minute drive from Denpasar or the airport. Surfing is a major activity in these beaches. Shops, Kecak dance performences

pubs, and other facilitiesmake Kuta a tourist mecca.

Jimbaran
Jimbaran is directly south of the airport, on the way from Denpasar towards Nusa Dua. The village of Jimbaran is the narrow neck of the island of Bali, and thus it has two remarkably different beaches. On the west, Jimbaran Beach faces the Jimbaran Bay, recently lined by new luxurious resorts. On the east, the beach faces the body of water sheltered by Benoa Harbor.

Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua is a new luxurious resort area where the world’s most sumptuous hotels gracefully integrate into the beautiful white beaches. Crystal clear water provides excellent snorkeling and diving site, and the waves on the northern and the southern part of Nusa Dua allow for great surfing opportunity.

Soka Beach
Further northwest from Denpasar, on the way to Gilimanuk, the ferry port town that connects Bali and Java, there is a small quiet beach called Soka Beach.

Medewi Beach
Continuing along the path towards Gilimanuk, near the village of Pulukan, the beach of Medewi is another beautiful beach.

Lovina Beach
Near the northern tip of the island of Bali lies a stretch of villages by the Bali Sea. Lovina Beach is the name. It is well known as an excellent site for sunset watching, snorkeling, and diving. Night life activities are also abound, as well as chartered boats to go out into the sea. If you like what Kuta offers but do not like the crowd, Lovina Beach is for you.

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3. TOUR PRODUCT

Bali travels tour have many kinds of tour likes Fantastic, Unique and Adventure tour.

All of them are very intresting and specially. Our driver will drive to the places

I. FANTASTIC Tour : The tour is very fantastic to see anything about Bali. There are many temple, rice field, art & culture, some beaches, botanical garden and many others interesting places.

1. BARONG & VOLCANO

A full day tour featuring visits to : Batubulan, to see the famous traditional performance Barong & Keris dance. Then proceed to Mas, the silver & gold handicrafts centre. Ubud, the Home of Top Painters. Tampaksiring, the temple of Tirta empul which was built over than 1000 years ago. Holy hot spring can be seen around the temple. Kintamani, featuring Mt. Batur (an active volcano, and lake Batur). The spectacular View & fresh atmosphere dominate it`s beauty. Lunch will be served at the local fine Restaurant. Set in the top Hill viewing the marvellous scenery of the Elephant cave an 11th century holy shrine.

2. BESAKIH MOTHER TEMPLE

full day tour featuring: Kertagosa, an ancient court hall at Klungkung which is surrounded by the lotus pool. Drive up to the hill, Bukit Jambul, passing the marvelous scenery of clove and rice fields. Lunch will be enroute. BESAKIH Temple , mother temple in Bali, revered by all Balinese as the biggest and sacred temple. Located right on the slope of mount Agung, the highest mountain in Bali. On the way back, you will pass many places of interests. Late afternoon back to hotel, overnight.

3. BEDUGUL

A Full day tour visiting : Alas Kedaton, monkey forest inhabitted by hundreds of protected monkey tribe. Mengwi, featuring Taman Ayun Temple, the royal Mengwi Dynasty temple. The next visit is BEDUGUL, a cool mountain Resort area. You may encounter the beautiful lake Beratan with Ulun danu temple, a lovely Hindu-Buddhist water shrine. The last Stop is TANAH LOT, an off sea shore temple built in the small promontory. The wave Crash sound is believed could bring us a certain inspiration . you may take a picture of the beautifull sun set when the weather is clear.

4. SINGARAJA

Full day tour, visiting: BEDUGUL (as described above) Continue on to visit Gitgit Waterfall, the highest waterfall in Bali. Then drive down to Singaraja city (former capital city of Bali), and Lovina, white sandy beach for the beautiful beach, famous for it`s Dolphins and sunset. Afterwards, proceed to visit Banjar, a District of Hot Spring and Buddhist monastery. On the way back, passing Pupuan to see the coffee, cocoa, avocado, clove plantation and the rice terrace. Overnight at Hotel.

5. EAST BALI

A Full day tour featuring: KERTA GOSA, an ancient court hall of 17th century. The Court set beautifully, surrounded by lotus pond. Then visit the Bat Cave Temple, where hundreds of Bats can be found hanging on the cave wall. Then proceed to Kusamba village, the traditional salt maker and the fisherman village. Then drive to Tenganan Village, the old village of Hinduism.

6. MENGWI

An afternoon half day tour, by travelling north west via countryside journey takes us through Kapal Village, where temple elements are made here. Then step our pace to Mengwi, featuring Taman Ayun temple, The Mengwi Dynasty Royal temple. It is surrounded by lovely lotus pond. Then proceed to Alas Kedaton, the monkey forest with bats hanging on the trees, and an old temple in the middle of the forest. The final visit of the tour is Tanah Lot Temple, perhaps the most well known sacred temple in Bali, built in the small promontory of the sea shore.

7. ULUWATU TEMPLE

Starting the tour to visit Nusa Dua area for the water sport activities, like the breathtaking parasailing, jet ski etc. Then direct to Uluwatu Temple, located on the southern tip of the peninsula, the ancient temple of Pura Luhur Uluwatu, perched precariously by the sea, is populated by a friendly tribe of protected monkeys Tribe. This temple stands on ahundreds meters of high cliff by overlooking the Indian Ocean and the beautiful sunset also can be seen there.

8. UBUD ARTISTIC AREA

Ubud is known as the home of artists, since many top painters live here. The fresh atmosphere, beautiful panorama, rice terrace setting, monkey forest, range of art shops along the Ubud center are available. Drop in some places of interest, those are: MAS, wood Carver village, CELUK, Gold and silver smith, BATUAN, Stone carver village. Lunch enroute.

9. DENPASAR CITY

Discover the capital city of Bali Visit the Bali Museum, where you can find the rich collection of historical goods. Then continue on to visit Art center, Bali main stage where many dance /arts performances are displayed. For those who like shopping, Matahari Department Store, Traditional Badung market is the right destination for you to collect Bali souvenirs and some batik.
10. Kuta area

As an international village almost all of the shops and restaurants here are for tourist market. You can find handicrafts, clothing, jewelry, CDs, furniture and leather crafts on each side of the road. But you can also see many street hawkers with their various offerings along the road. If you do not want to buy anything from them, do not make eye contact and do not ever look at their products, for if you do, they will follow you along the street to buy the offering.

11. Batubulan area
Batubulan, on the border of Denpasar and Gianyar, is the home of stone sculptures. You can find various kinds of style here, from traditional to modern, small to large. The craftsmen can make up your order and even arrange to ship it to your address back home.

12. Celuk area
On the way to Ubud you’ll pass Celuk, the place for gold and silver jewelry. The artisans in this area are well known for their quality and various designs. Huge art shops along the main road give you a chance to compare prices.

13. Sukawati

This area is popular because for its Art Market. If you ask Balinese where to find art and craft with the cheapest price, they will recommend Sukawati. Here you can find cloth, paintings and statue, jewelry and also Balinese ceremonial items.

14. Mas Wood Carving

Mas Village is Famous for woodcarving, Mas offers a myriad of wooden items. Some of the most talented wood carvers on the island live in Mas, and in the workshops there can be found groups of young workers supervised by elderly men. Busy chiselling away Topeng masks, with their versatile range of expressions and personalities.

15. Tanah Lot Sunset Temple

Tanah Lot is the site of a picturesque sea temple. There is a bridge connecting the mainland and below the Water line there are reputed to be large caves, the guardians of the temple. Situated near the town of Kediri, Tanah Lot is unquestionably the most famous temple in Bali. Consisting of two seven tiered and three tiered shrines and two pavilions, the temple is set attop an outcrop of rock jutting into the sea, and is accessible only during low tide. According to legend, as the famous priest Nirartha breathed his last; he suggested to the locals that the tiny island would be an excellent place to build a temple. “Tanah” means earth, and “Lot” means sea. The temple therefore symbolized the meeting point of natural and cosmic elements.

16. Taman Ayun mengwi Temple

The located of Taman ayun temple in mengwi district, The name Taman Ayun temple means “beautiful garden”. There are many interesting features of both the temple and the garden. The temple buildings are fills with decoration, relief and statues of the nine gods. The temple and the grounds were restored in 1973. There is a calm tranquil feeling in the cool gardens with beautiful ponds. The temple is approx. 18 km. from Denpasar on the way to Singaraja via Bedugul. A cultural performance is held every afternoon in Pura Taman Ayun.

17. Sangeh Monkey Forest

The located of Sangeh monkey forest on the north of Mengwi, set in the heart of the only primary forest in southern Bali. This forest consists entirely of Pala (nutmeg) trees. The monkey living here are considered sacred, an association from the Ramayana epic, wherein prince Rama allied himself with the monkey hero Hanoman to attack Alengka. Some of the forest trees are also considered sacred and are used to make masks of Barong. Families of monkey inhabit the sacred nutmeg forest of Sangeh and fearlessly wander the temple and village. It doesn’t pay to hide peanuts in your pockets as these monkeys aren’t shy, and won’t think twice about jumping on your shoulders to get a closer look.

18. Goa Gajah Elephant Cave

The Goa Gajah, the “elephant cave” that is carved into the rock face and reached by a flight of steps. It probably dates back to the 9/12th centuries and shows elements of both Hindu and Buddhist religions. You can enter the cave through the huge mouth of figure of a Demon. In front of the cave are two bathing pools with spring water gushing from spouts held by female figures. A kilometer from Goa Gajah is Yeh Pulu.

19. Gunung Kawi

Mount Kawi just 2 kilometers from tampak siring temple, an archeology site or ancient complex of rock hewn temple hidden in a beautiful valley. Legend has it that they were carved by a giant using his finger nail. The impressive Facades have no interior and served as memorials for deified royalty. There is also an extensive monastery with many carved niches for holy men in the cliff face. The complex was established in the 11th century.

20. Kintamani

Kintamani is one the famous place in Bali, the level about 1500 meters above sea level, the village of Kintamani has a cold damp climate suited to growing oranges and passion Fruit, and on market day, the main street becomes a bustling chaos of vendors, some of whom have travelled vast distances carrying their wares on horseback. When you take the main road northwards to Kintamani and the volcanic scenery of Batur, the most spectacular panorama on the island awaits you.

21. Goa Lawah

9 kilometers to the east from Klungkung city, we find the village Goa Lawah or the Bat Cave temple. This cave is crowded with thousands of bats which are unseen but certainly not unheard during the day. The cave is part of a temple that is said to lead all the way to the underground tunnel to Besakih but it is unlikely that anyone would be interested in investigating. The temple is on the south coast road on the way to Candidasa beach.

22. Tenganan Bali Village

One of the original village in Bali is Tenganan Village, it is protected for centuries from the outside world by its surrounding walls, the village of Tenganan has maintained its ancient pre-Hindu customs, known as “Bali Aga” the original Balinese. Located 5km just to north of Candidasa. Tenganan is very famous for its traditional culture and custom. Unique ritual offering dances and gladiator like battles are enacted as they have been for centuries. Tenganan is famous for its “Double Ikat” woven cloths called gringsing, which are supposed to protect the wearer with magical power. The village is also famous for its lontar sacred books, traditional Balinese palm leaf books.

23. Candidasa

Candidasa is one of the famous touris object in Bali, there are lot of hotel, bungalows and other tourism facility. Its beach, although narrow, is an excellent place to relax and take in the spectacular panorama which includes the islands of Lombok and Nusa Penida. Small boats can be hired for snorkeling or pleasure cruises to the rocky islets off the coast. The pace is definitely much slower here than Kuta or Sanur although tourists will find a good selection of shops, restaurants, travel agents and money changers.

24. Lovina Beach

Lovina Beach about 12 kilometers from west of singaraja. The name of lovina is derived from small lodging house in this area. Bamboo cottages rest in the shade of  coconut trees. A long stretch of beach now full with hotels and Bungalows. The location is peaceful and its beach still natural. The black sand beach is safe and a perfect place for swimming and snorkeling. Lovina also offers dolphin watching at sunrise.

25. Menjangan Island

Menjangan island lies near the western tip of Bali, near celukan bawang bay. The waters around the island are excellent for diving and snorkeling. Its sea gardens are beautiful and filled with a corals and decorative fishes. The island itself including Terima Bay, are by themselves worth a visit because of the beautiful sceneries they offer. This island has many different points to dive from depending on the divers skill and objectives. One site includes a bed of sea snakes and resident sharks. There are a few dive sites to choose from at Menjangan with good conditions and excellent visibility.

26. Amed and Tulamben

There are alternative destinations in east Bali. Amed is a quiet resort town which offers simple losmens, a couple of small hotels and good snorkeling.
Tulamben is even quieter and popular with local divers. A shipwreck and a drop-off accessible from the beach offer easy access to a colourful underwater world. From the beach, Amed offers an excellent site for training dives. It has a flat bottom lagoon for instruction and a coral reef only 5 minutes swim away. This location is highly recommended for introductory dives. By boat, Amed has a nice wall dive just a few minutes away. It is a fun, easy dive for everyone.

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