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Beratan Lake 2007-08-24 19:40:00 The Beratan Lake is located inside the old caldera of the now extinct Gunung Catur volcano. The lovely area around the south and west side of the lake is known as Bedugul (see separate article). Not far from here are the Buyan Lake and Tamblingan Lake, two of the four large lakes on Bali, which can also be worth a visit. Beratan Lake has an altitude of about 1.000 meters, the climate is quite comfortable, at nights you may even need some warm cloths.The lake and the surrounding area is very popular among the local population, who use it for water sports, boat trips or just relaxation. On the west bank by the Candikuning village or Bedugul it is possible to rent a boat with or without a driver. It can be quite relaxing to just drift around the lake, the prices are usually reasonable. It is still possible to walk around here without being pestered by hawkers and self-declared guides.There is a nice garden at Ulun Danu. The light up here can be beautiful.On the west bank there is a famous
Kecak Dance 2007-08-23 19:42:00 The Kecak
dance is one of the most famous of Balinese dances. It is unusual because it has no musical accompaniment like many other Indonesian dances do, the rhythm of the dance is produced by the chanting 'monkey' chorus. Instead, a troupe of over 150 bare-chested men serve as the chorus, making a wondrous cacophony of synchronized "chak-achak-achak" clicking sounds while swaying their bodies and waving their hands .From that chanting noise of "Cak-cak-cak", then it gave the dance its name Kecak.The story behind Kecak is taken from the Hindu epic Ramayana, the dance tells the story of Prince Rama and his rescue of Princess Sita, who has been kidnapped by the evil King of Lanka.A troupe of over 150 bare-chested men serve as the chorus circling the flame at the centre where the dancer are performing.In the 1930’s Wayan Limbak worked with German painter Walter Spies to create the Kecak from movements and themes in the traditional sanghyang exorcism ritual and the portions of the Rama Read more:Dance
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Sidemen Village 2007-09-02 20:16:00 Deep inside Karangasem Regency, in Sidemen District, surrounded by fascinating ricefields, Patal Kikian and Sacred Mountain Sanctuary is built and situated in the middle of the ricefields. There is only afew accommodations in Sidemen area. But the hotel is most wanted by travelers and students from all over the world. You can learn about Traditional Balinese Irrigation, that is Subak, in Sidemen area. All are set up to be friendly with the environment.Sidemen is one of the most important place in Bali history. Former, Sidemen is one of the small pallace above Klungkung Pallace. The Sidemen Royal Family have strong relationship with Klungkung Pallac e because the ancestor of both place is a brother. Sidemen also have many unique place with great view. Every part of Sidemen is wonderfull.There is not many accommodations in this place. But the hotel is most wanted by travelers and students from all over the world. If you want to life like in Bali some decades before but still comfortable Read more:Village
Candidasa 2007-09-01 20:05:00 Candidasa is most often compared to Kuta as Kuta was some 15 years ago - Candidasa is a small village with few inhabitants on the beach with a several - mostly inexpensive hotels that cater to more adventurous tourists looking for a more laid back atmosphere. Being some 85 km from the airport ensures some tranquility, however as more people discover that there is quite a bit to see and do in Candidasa, the area is developing rapidly with many first class hotels now sprouting up. Besides being near many top dive spots, Candidasa is near many cultural treasures - Pura Besakih and Tenganan Village. For those looking for a holiday off the beaten track a few days in Candidasa would be perfect.There is no certain report about the historical backgound of the name. However, it is assumed that the choice of this name is connected with the story of "lingga" inside the temple lies on the top of Candidasa hills. An old manuscript found here mentions that Candidasa Temple was built on the 12th
West Bali National Park 2007-08-31 19:51:00 The area of Taman Nasional Bali Barat (West Bali National
Park) situated at the Edge of north Bali Island is the stretch of green ground along the 150 km road that link Gilimanuk and Denpasar or Gilimanuk and Singaraja. It is located between district of Gerokgak in Buleleng regency and district of Melaya in Jembrana regency. It is reachable from Gilimanuk as the main entrance to West Bali, and from Denpasar. This 77,000-hectare park was established in 1941.Lush forests still grow on Bali's southern and western slopes. West Bali National Park
(covers 50,000 hectare on the western tip of the island. It also includes another 7,000 hectares of coral reef and coastal water. Considering in the small size of the island as a whole, the National Park is a major commitment towards attempting to preserve the wildlife found on Bali. The forest in this area has been determined as " Nature Park" - later on known as Taman Perlindungan Alam Bali - based on the decision of " Raja-Raja di Bali" (Kings
Barong Dance 2007-08-30 19:44:00 Barong is probably the most well known dance. It is also another story telling dance, narrating the fight between good and evil. This dance is the classic example of Balinese way of acting out mythology, resulting in myth and history being blended into one reality.No one can explain the meaning of the word Barong. The name of the Barong depends on the animal represented. If the mask is of a tiger (in Balinese: Macan) the Barong is then called Barong Macan, and so if the mask is of 2 boar (in Balinese: Celeng or Bangkal) the Barong is then called Barong Bangkal.Barong, a mythical creature with long swayback and curved tail, represent the affirmative, the protector of Mankind, the glory of the high sun, and the favorable spirits associated with the right and white magic.Barong, a mythical creature with long swayback and curved tail, represent the affirmative, the protector of Mankind, the glory of the high sun, and the favorable spirits associated with the right and white magic.Rangda, t Read more:Barong
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Dreamland Beach 2007-08-29 19:44:00 Forget in moment Kuta, Sanur, and or Nusa Dua. Enjoying Bali only by sand sunning in the coasts not be prestigious anymore. Nowadays, time for you enjoying more challenging exotic and exclusive vacation. Because the coasts only known by a few tourists. The information even also by mouth to mouth. You will not find in reference or travel. Even so maybe its not too much and can be calculated by finger.Dreamland
is on the south side of Bali, about 30 to 40 minutes from Kuta. There are 2 alternative ways to go to Dreamland. You can either go through the Jimbaran Bay area or pass through the Dwipayana University (a well-known public university in Bali); both ways are easy to follow. If you do get lost, ask for directions to Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK). It's a famous cultural park located in Bukit Unggasan, Jimbaran. Here you can find a 75 meter-high and 60-meter wide figure of god Visnu, one of the Trimurti symbols in Hinduism. The status is made by I Nyoman Nuarta, and is now still unfini Read more:Beach
Tirta Empul, The Holy Springs 2007-08-28 19:34:00 Located in Tampak Siring, Gianyar regency beside President's palace, there's a temple named Tirta Empul where its pond is believed to cure some sickness. Tirta empul means water that comes from the earth naturally. And until this day Balinese still believe the miraculous healing powers of the water.According to Usana Bali, an ancient Balinese manuscript, there was once an evil king named Maya Denawa who did not believe in god, and objected to the people worshipping gods. The gods sent a punishment in the form of the warriors of Bhatara Indra, who arrived to attack Maya Denawa and overthrow him. However, Maya Denawa poisoned the warriors and they lay dead. Seeing this, the god Indra pierced the earth to create a spring called amerta. When the water was sprinkled over the dead warriors, they became alive back. This water source is believed to be the source of life and prosperity to this day. That's how the temple of Tirta Empul got started.Temple inscriptions mention that Tirta Empul Read more:Springs
The holy spring of Yeh Panas Penetahan 2007-09-20 19:50:00 The holy spring of Yeh Panas Penetahan, about 12 km north of Tabanan. Japanese soldiers stationed in Tabanan used to visit this spring during the war to refresh themselves in its hot, pungent, sulphurous mineral waters. They widened the track to the spring, and built small bathing sheds.
In the 1960s luxury tourist villas were constructed at the best vantagepoints around the spring, but the
Puncak Mangu Temple 2007-09-19 19:42:00 Puncak Mangu Temple
is located on the rim of the caldera above Lake Bratan. What the temple on top of Gunung Abang is to the people of the Gunung Batur region, this temple is to the people of Bedugul. Though it's one of the sacred sad-kahyangan temples of Bali, it's difficult to access and little known.
If you're in reasonably good shape, the six-km hike along the northeastern edge of Lake
Bali Wedding 2007-09-18 20:00:00 Getting married is one of the most important events in the life of most people. Both the bride and groom hope to keep an unforgettable memory of this day. Therefore, many marriages are celebrated in unusual ways – be it on a beautiful beach, at a luxurious private villa, even with ceremonies under water deep in the ocean with lovely fish and corals around.
According to all popular travel
Balinese Temples 2007-09-17 19:39:00 Temples (Pura) - There are many stunning temples in Bali, and each with its own uniqueness and treasure to be seen. Take time to explore as many as you can - you will definitely not be disappointed. And remember, always show respect and dress modestly when entering temples.
Pura Ulu Danau Bratan is the most picturesque temple on the island. Situated on Lake Bratan, this half-Hindu, half-Bhuddist Read more:Balinese
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Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2007 2007-09-16 19:48:00 The Ubud Writers
& Readers Festival
is one of the peak literary events in the Asian region. In 2006, the Festival was named ‘one of the world’s great book events’ by Conde Nast Traveler and ‘among the top six literary Festivals in the world’ by Harper’s Bazaar.
The 2007 Festival will live up to this reputation with six days of rousing discussions, creative workshops, book launches, luscious
Lakes in Bali 2007-09-15 19:43:00 There are Batur, Bratan, Buyan and Tamblingan lakes. All of them are situated on the hilly area of the island, and all formed inside the crater of ancient mountains. Lake Batur is the biggest, located inside the crater of ancient Batur great mountain in the northeast of Bali, meanwhile the other three lay close together in Bedugul area in northwest part of Central Bali.
Lake Batur
Lake Batur is Read more:Lakes
Subak - Balinese Irrigation Management 2007-09-12 20:15:00 Balinese rice cultivation is famous all over the world for its efficient use of irrigation water. At the heart of irrigation management are the water user associations called subak. They are the backbone of Balinese rice cultivation.
Subak has been described by several authors. It is commonly recognized as an autonomous socio-religious association which deals with matters related to the Read more:Balinese
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Taro Elephant Safari Park 2007-09-11 19:47:00 One of the many attractions for tourists in Bali is an elephant ride into the jungles of Taro. This day long tour lets you ride an elephant and takes you on a tour of the jungles of Taro. Sit on a teak wood chair perched on the back of the elephant as you ride through the park appreciating the splendour and beauty of the jungles. You will come across a variety of flora and fauna and colourful Read more:Safari
Bali Bird Park 2007-09-10 19:35:00 The Taman Burung Bird Park situated in Batubulan, is home to more than a thousand birds (250 exotic bird species) from indonesia and all over the world. It is set in two hectares magnificent gardens filled with the tropical plants, water features and spectacular Rain forest in aviary.
Birds aren't the only exciting creatures at the Park. Rare Komodo dragons also make their home here. Set in
Sukawati Market 2007-09-09 19:35:00 One of art markets that are already popular among visitors is Sukawati art market. Sukawati road-facing market located in the Gianyar Regency has a strategic position as it is passed through during the tour to some destinations to the east. Sukawati art market is close to the village of Celuk, the center of gold & silversmiths. You can drop in after watching barong and kris dance performance in Read more:Market
Jatiluwih 2007-09-08 19:44:00 Approximately 20 kilometers from Tabanan, the road climbs up high into the hills to a small village named Jatiluwih. With a height of 850 meters above sea level, the view here is one of the finest imaginable. Bali’s terraced paddy fields stretch into endless contours over the hills and valleys as far as the eye can see.
It is strech from the foothill of the volcano of Batukaru to the south coast
Krambitan 2007-09-07 19:39:00 The village of Krambitan, southwest of Tabanan, was once an extension of the ruling Raja’s court and is still a cultural stronghold, with music groups maintaining ancient customs of music and dance, using bamboo instruments.
The puri (palaces) of Krambitan have opened their doors to tourists who wish to experience life in a Balinese palace. The Puri Agung Wisata has cheaper rooms, but the Puri
Rambut Siwi Temple 2007-09-06 20:09:00 Rambut Siwi Temple
. Is one a cliff top overlooking a breathtaking panorama of paddy fields on one side and the black sand beach on the other. Two caves overlook the sea, each with a view of the fisherman’s boats and seabirds hovering above. The temple itself was built by Dang Hyang Nirartha. According to legend, he made a gift of his hair to the temple. Hence the name Rambut Siwi, which literally
Hiking Mount Batukaru 2007-09-05 19:59:00 This 2,278 meter peak towers over the local landscape, and strongly influences local spiritual beliefs. All local temples have a shrine dedicated to the spirit of the “coconut shell” mountain, and high on its slopes is the public (Kayangan Jagat) temple of Pura luhur Watukaru.
Hiking
to the summit of Batukaru is a 6 - 7 hour trip to the summit, and 5 hours to return. A medium to high level of
Tanjung Benoa 2007-09-04 19:47:00 Located north of Nusa Dua, this is a beautiful white sand beach area where visitors can enjoy many types of water recreation and sports such as snorkeling, parasailing, diving, boating, sailing, glass bottom boating and more. This area is an extension of Nusa Dua Resort, with easy access to its luxurious hotels and other tourism facilities.
The beach is renowned for its calm clear waters, ideal
Kedonganan Bay 2007-09-04 19:40:00 Kedonganan bay or jimbaran bay will be interesting for people who would like to enjoy fresh seafood with beautifull panorama of sunset, Beeing a part of legendaris indian ocean jimbaran bay offer you a complete activites of seafood product.
It is about 3 kilometers south of Bali International Airport ngurah Rai. The fishing village of Kedonganan. At the northern part of the beach could be seen a
Getting Around Bali Island 2007-09-27 19:44:00 Public Buses & Bemos
Getting around Bali is easy. Public buses and bemos, chartered bemos, shuttle buses, taxis and private cars, rented cars and motorcycles: even eco-friendly bicycles! If you really want to see the sights and make the most of your time, a well organised tour is a good choice.
The budget-friendly bemo is Bali's main public transportation and every town has a bemo or bus station Read more:Island
Bali's Traditional Markets 2007-09-26 19:35:00 Bali is known as a treasure house of interesting goods to buy. Products of various kinds from traditional antiques to the latest quality fashions in extraordinary displays await the shoppers. It is quite common to bargain in markets, shops and art shops for buyers, so having a good price is partly dependent upon one's smartness in bargaining. Splendid local hand woven materials, silver and gold Read more:Traditional
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Bali Scuba Diving Site: Secret Bay 2007-09-25 20:07:00 Secret Bay is the more poetic name given by Bali's diving community to Gilimanuk Bay, adjacent to where the ferries to and from Java dock. It is about 20mins by road from Labuan Lalang/ Menjangan and located in West Bali National Park. The bay is about 2km wide, very shallow (3-12M), contains two small islands, and has some areas of mangrove. Being the only bay off the narrow Bali Strait, where Read more:Scuba
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Bajra Sandhi Monument 2007-09-24 20:04:00 Bajra Sandhi Monument
is monument of Balinese People Struggle. This Monument is recognized by the name of Bajra Sandhi because its form looking like Bajra or Genta or bell used by all Hindu Priest in reading off Weda holy sentence (mantra) at religious ceremony. This monument is built in the year 1987, opened by president of Megawati Sukarno Putri on 14 June 2003. the purpose of this monument
Ubud's Royal Palace 2007-09-23 19:42:00 Ubud has been a "royal town" for over a hundred years. Its princes, who bear the title "Tjokorda" or "Agung" still live in traditional palaces, called "Puris". Be aware, however, that every place called "puri" is not a royal palace. The word has been used quite liberally of late. Also be aware that there is not one palace in Ubud, but many, most of them clustered around the main cross-roads near Read more:Royal
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Bali coffee tasting at Seribatu village 2007-09-23 05:08:00 Besides rice, Bali grows various kinds of plants ranging from flowers, spices, fruits, and coffee. If you tour to Mount Batur, you will pass a village called Seribatu village (ca 15 kms from Kintamani). The villagers here, instead of planting rice, plant coffee, chocolate, cloves, vanilla, jackfruit (not johnfruit), snake skinned fruit, durian, and pineapple. You can stop here briefly and have a
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