Enjoy the Atmosphere of Ubud Village

 

 
Some of the tourists who come to Bali, seek a peaceful tourist destinations. Ubud is a great base for those looking for a peaceful living standards in Bali. Furthermore Ubud also offers place for escape from busy monotonous life. Ubud is already become famous as an art heaven. Green rice paddies and steep valley at the foot of the hill which is located in this Bali center part, gives never unforgettable wonderful feeling. Ubud is located at 25km to the north of Denpasar. The village originally, was a place an important source of plants and crops.




In 1930 from 1920, foreign artists such as Walter Spies who enjoys art in Ubud became a pioneer who revolutionized this village became the center of the art village. This village in recent years, began to enjoy the development of tourism, tourists will be able to enjoy the atmosphere of the creative arts and the relaxed lifestyle of farm life in the village of Ubud.

Main street of this village, and Jalan Raya Ubud through the center of the town extends from east to west (Ubud Boulevard), two long street, is Hanoman street extending from Monkey Forest Street and Jalan Raya Ubud south. Puri Saren is a big palace, which is located at the intersection of Monkey Forest Street and Ubud Boulevard. You will find many restaurants Balinese cuisine to Western cuisine from the Monkey Forest and the Hanuman street. Authentic Balinese cuisine made from fresh ingredients at a local shop (stalls located along the road) has become one distinctive cuisine of this art tourism area.
 

One more good tourist spot list that always visited are Sukawati market of south Ubud. More than one hundred stores craft / art shop supply products with high quality, especially the handmade souvenirs made of stone and wood.

When visiting the temple Tirta Empul located at a distance of only about 15 miles, which is the heritage of the ancient Balinese dynasty, I feel like going back to ancient times. Here is a temple complex, where Tirta Empul is a sacred fountain. Since Ubud is relatively small, you can explore the city on foot, you can also rent a bicycle or motorcycle.

Tanah Lot Temple,Majestic Sunset

Tanah Lot is one place of interest that vote as one as favorite destinations from both of domestic and foreign tourists. Become an attractions that should be visited when you are traveling to the island of Bali. This temple is located in Beraban Village, Kediri, Tabanan. The distance is about 13km west from the capital city of Tabanan and 20 km from Denpasar. If you start from Ngurah Rai International Airport can be reached in less than 1 hour by motorbike if there is no traffic Jam. Along the road to these attractions, there are plenty of lodging from the simple lodging to luxury villas and five star hotels.

This tourist attraction is very crowded with tourists in the afternoon to evening during the sunset time. Beautiful views of the beach and awesome sunsets can be enjoyed around 6pm. Experience of watching the sunset from the temple that became a legend in Bali will be very special and will not be found elsewhere.This  Tourist attractions such content has been built with adequate facilities such as wide parking area and restrooms to support the enjoyment of those who visit this tourist destination. There are also several hotels close to the beach around these attractions, which regulates a variety of events at night for tourists who visit this place and want to enjoy the pleasure of a cool atmosphere in Tabanan to stay and this place is also often one of the pre-wedding photo locations in Bali because of its beauty for tourists who choose this island as a favorite location pre-wedding photo implementing them in Bali.

Tanah Lot comes from the Balinese language means “Land of Sea”. This temple stands, and built on a rock which is limestone that overlooking the Indian Ocean that has formed continuously over the years by abrasion of the rocks by the waves naturally and create brilliant temple and majestic temple as it is now. Tanah Lot temple was built and has been part of Balinese mythology for centuries. This temple is one of seven sea temples around the Balinese coast. Each temple was founded in the vision of the sea next to form a chain along the west coast. However, the temple had significant Hindu influence. At the base of the rocky island, poisonous sea snakes are believed to guard the temple from evil spirits and intruders. A giant snake purportedly protects the temple is created from scarves ‘Dhang Hyang Nirartha’ when he established the island.

Ulundanu, The Famous Temple in Bali

 
Ulun Danu Temple is a Balinese Hindu Temple located at Candi Kuning Village, Baturiti Sub-district, Tabanan regency. From Denpasar town is about 50 km or around 2 hours. It is set at lakeside of Beratan with beautiful lake view, cool atmosphere and hills as a background.


 
The name of Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is taken from the lake where the temple is built at Beratan Lake. The name of Beratan Lake is inseparable with the Beratan Mount as Deity and Goddess as fertility source, prosperity to keep the prosperity in life and society life. Ulun is come from Hulu word meaning head or power and in this case is intended by Ulun Danu Beratan means power of Beratan Lake that is Danu Goddess.
It is recommended place to visit in Bali when you got holidays to come to Bali where you just book your trip thru a reliable travel agents in Bali to make your trip be easier. I believe your trip will be awesome and great experience.

Wonders of the World in East Nusa Tenggara

“I’m proud to live in Indonesia!”  Indonesia has some of the natural wonders that can not be found in other countries. Some of them actually belong to the wonders of the world. Well, this time I would like to invite you to look to the east of Indonesia, precisely to East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Let's look at some of the wonders of the world in eastern Indonesia.

 1. Komodo Island

Komodo National Park is located in the center of the Indonesian archipelago, between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores. Established in 1980, initially the main purpose of the Park was to conserve the unique Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and its habitat. However, over the years, the goals for the Park have expanded to protecting its entire biodiversity, both terrestrial and marine. In 1986, the Park was declared a World Heritage Site and a Man and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, both indications of the Park's biological importance.

Komodo National Park includes three major islands: Komodo, Rinca and Padar, as well as numerous smaller islands creating a total surface area (marine and land) of 1817km (proposed extensions would bring the total surface area up to 2,321km²). As well as being home to the Komodo dragon, the Park provides refuge for many other  notable terrestrial species such as the orange-footed scrub fowl, an endemic rat, and the Timor deer. Moreover, the Park includes one of the richest marine environments including coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass beds, seamounts, and semi-enclosed bays. These habitats harbor more than 1,000 species of fish, some 260 species of reef-building coral, and 70 species of sponges. Dugong, sharks, manta rays, at least 14 species of whales, dolphins, and sea turtles also make Komodo National Park their home.
 

 2. Pink Beach, Komodo Island, NTT

A clear blue sky above, with fluffy white clouds drifting lazily across. Rolling green hills, covered luxuriantly in thick vegetation, interspersed with high, rocky cliffs. Calm, clear waters, tinted by the colorful corals beneath its surface, and alive with the movement of a hundred species of marine life. Last, but not least: a stretch of soft sand, but not white, not black, but PINK!

Pink Beach, or Pantai Merah, as it is aptly named, is one of seven pink beaches on the planet, and is just one of the many amazing features of Komodo Island that make it truly a Natural Wonder of Nature. This exceptional beach gets its striking color from microscopic animals called Foraminifera, which produce a red pigment on the coral reefs.  For this reason, it is called Red Beach in the local tongue. When the tiny fragments of red coral combine with the white sands, this produces the soft pink color that is visible along the shoreline. Aside from Pink Beach itself, a few small segments along Komodo’s eastern bay also have a pinkish tint.

3. Kelimutu Lake

On the uniquely beautiful island of Flores is the Kelimutu National Park, where the famous Mount Kelimutu volcano resides with its striking tri-colored lakes resting in its caldera.
These stunning colored lakes are the most famous attraction in Flores and an absolute must visit. They are without a doubt one of the most amazing natural phenomenons in Flores, if not the world.Going from west to east, the first of these lakes is called Tiwu Ata Mbupu (Lake of the Ancestors’ Souls, Lake of Old People). This first and most westerly lake is located 1.5 km west of the other two lakes. The second lake is named Tiwu Nuwa Muri Koo Fai (Lake of Young People’s Souls, Lake of Young Men and Maidens)and the third lake is called Tiwu Ata Polo (Lake of Evil Spirits, Bewitched or Enchanted Lake). The second and third lake are separated by a steep, narrow stone wall of crater measuring 50 to 150 meters. The three lakes vary in color from each other and each one changes colors irregularly, almost whimsically, lending the whole area a wonderfully surreal atmosphere that have led to many locals myths and speculations about the origin of Kelimutu.
 

4. Gua Batu Cermin, NTT

Batu Cermin, or Mirror Rock, is actually a tunnel or cave in a dark stone hills of Labuan Bajo, West Manggarai, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara.  Sunshine comes in through a hole in the tunnel and then bounces on the stone walls that again reflect small lights to other areas inside the cave like a mirror. That’s why this site is called mirror rock.
 
The cave is located east of Labuan Bajo harbor some four kilometers from the town’s center.  The cave has forests surrounding it where you can find long-tailed monkeys and wild boar.  Travel agencies sell tour packages to Batu Cermin as part of a city tour program from Labuan Bajo.

 5. Nihiwatu Beach

 "This has been voted one of the best left-hand breaks on the planet. But watch out for the reef if you get dumped -- try and shallow fall."The couple camped on the beach, an idyllic 2.5-kilometer-long stretch of sand.The beach is still difficult to access for anyone other than local villagers, and thus serves as something of a private beach for guests.It's hard to imagine this same sand was the scene, barely six months before the Graves' arrival, of a massive battle between 2,000 local tribesmen.Indeed, Sumba could be easily labeled an island that time almost forgot.That clash was an illustration of the fiercely traditional, territorial and tribal nature of Sumbanese culture -- reinforced by the swords the village men strap to their sides to this day.It's also, by Western standards, incredibly poor with little to no utilities access and infrastructure for many, if not most, villages.This lack of standard resources posed a challenge for Graves and his plans.

 

 

 

Taman Ujung- Balinese Historical Building

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Taman Ujung or Taman Soekasada Ujung is one of historical side, located in Karangasem.  

Taman Ujung is situated in eastern part of Karangasem Regency, Tumbuku village,  about 3 hours from Ngurah Rai International Airport. It is heritage sites from Karangasem Kingdom where prefiously set on 400 hectares lands but now was decreased into 10 hectare, because some land have been taking offer to the local people. It was built on 1919 by I Gusti Bagus Jelantik, the last King of Karangasem who leads in Karangasem between 1909 and 1945.

When Taman Ujung being construction, it had involved professional architect from Bali, Netherlands and China. The architecture of Taman Ujung has been designed with well combination between Balinese Traditional architecture and Netherlands architecture style. Because of the eruption of Agung Mount on 1963 it had destroyed the water palace and also got serious damage  on 1979 due to big earthquake, but the government has successfully reconstructive this water park and become a very beautiful place to visit.

Taman Ujung is Consisted of several fish ponds safe in the middle palace so that it’s look like a floating palace on the water. It is usually by the King for resting, especially Bale Kambang Building in southern part of this water park. In the other side, there are big rhino and bull statue to completes the beauty of this water park. From this water park, you can enjoying the panoramic view of Indian ocean with blue color, meanwhile the backsides is blased by green forest view and the top of Mount Agung.

It is recommended place to visit in Bali
when you got holidays to come to Bali where you just book your trip through a reliable travel agents. I believe your trip will be awesome and great experience.

SECRET GEM IN WEST AND NORTH BALI

Bali as one of the tourist destination in the world still have place nature place that not so much tourist come to visit this area.

1. MUNDUK
 
Bali is not just beaches and blue skies. Munduk is another pretty place located on the island of Bali which was built as a resort town since the Dutch colonial era. Munduk is located in the northwest of Bedugul, located at an altitude of 800 meters, on a hill and surrounded by coffee plantations, lakes and waterfalls. Once you stay here you can enjoy a variety of exciting activities. Explore Munduk and you can find waterfalls Tanah Barak and Melanting , see coffee plantations, to enjoy organic food.


2. BATUKARU TEMPLE

Batukaru mountain is the second highest mountain in the island of Bali, and Pura Batukaru also named as a second sacred place . In this temple we really feel the spiritual atmosphere. Located in the middle of the forest where some birds can fly without fear of arrest. This Batukaru temple complete with Meru as the symbol of a mountain and a lake as a symbol of ocean.

3. JATILUWIH

Jatiluwih is one of the best secrets place of Bali. Recognized as one of the UNESCO cultural heritage, Jatiluwih Rice Terrace is very impressive. Tri Karana philosophy that values harmony between human, nature and god, is the main basic of the water control system and preserve nature

4. MENJANGAN ISLAND

Surrounded by unspoilt white sandy beaches, stunning coral reefs, and enchanting underwater, environment Menjangan Island is a perfect definition of what natural beauty is all about. Located about 10Km North West off the shore of Bali’s mainland, the small island of Menjangan forms part of the West Bali National Park Conservation Area. The word "Menjangan" in the Javanese language means "Deer".
This small island is actually where diving first started seriously on Bali back in about 1978 under the sponsorship of the Indonesian Navy, when it arranged a get-together of the country’s main diving clubs -Possi, Ganesha, Nusantara, and Trisakti. That get-together led to Menjangan establishing itself as the premier international dive location in Bali and many of the attendees went on to become the pioneers of commercial dive operations across Indonesia.



5. TWIN LAKES, BUYAN AND TAMBLINGAN 

 
Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan, separated by a rainforest-covered hill, are known as the Twin Lakes. This sight is a great overview of the volcanic heart of Bali. Volcanoes have created and shaped this island, creating volcanic cones and lakes, and producing rich soils enabling a lush forest to grow. Lake Buyan (on the left here) is Bali’s second biggest lake, after Lake Batur.
Coming from the southern developed areas of Sanur, Denpasar or Kuta, here we realize what Bali really is about. Grand Nature, like about the whole Indonesian Archipelago. It was a choice of the authorities to dedicate the south of the island to cities and large scale tourism, and leave the rest of the island less urbanized.

Ancient Village Tenganan that has been famous in the world

Tenganan Village is a traditional village in the Bali Island. Located in Manggis district, Karangasem Regency in the east part of Bali. Tenganan Village is one of three Bali Aga Village in Bali, such as Trunyan and Sembiran Village. The meaning of Bali Aga village is a village that still retains a lifestyle of community governance refers to the rules of the inherited traditional village from their ancestors. The buildings, building layout arrangement, until the location of the temple made by following the rules of customary hereditary maintained.

According to some versions of historical records, the word of Tenganan comes from the word “middle” or “ngatengahang” which means “to move into deeper region”. The word is associated with the movement of the village people from the seaside to the residential area in the middle of the hills, that are west hill (Bukit Kauh) and east hill (Bukit Kangin). But, some people say the people of Tenganan came from Peneges Village, Gianyar. According to the folklore, King Bedahulu had lost one of his horses and the people look to the east. The horse founded was dead by Ki Patih Tunjung Biru, a confidant of the king. For his loyalty Ki Patih Tunjung Biru get the authority to regulate areas that have the scent of the horse carrion. Ki Patih Tunjung Biru get area because he cut the horse carcass and spread it as far as he could do. That’s the origin of Tenganan Village.

In generally, people in Tenganan Village work as farmers, but some people are making various handicrafts. Some craft from Tenganan Village is typical of woven bamboo, carvings, paintings on palm, etc. In the village you can see the unique buildings and the young craftsmen who writing in ‘lontar’. From the first, Tenganan Village has been recognized for expertise in weaving, named gringsing cloth. How to make this gringsing fabric called double ikat technique. The technique is the only one in Indonesia and the resulting fabric known up to foreign countries.

    
 

It is recommended place to visit in Bali when you got holidays to come to Bali where you just book your trip through a reliable travel agents. I believe your trip will be awesome and great experience.

Bias Tugal, Bali Hidden Beach

Well, today I would like to share a little information about amazing place with spectacular beach to you. This place is special place, because a little of visitor who come to Bali knowing about this place. namely Pantai Bias Tugal, the location in Karangasem Regency. Pantai Bias Tugal is about 90 minutes by taxi from Ngurah Rai International Airport . Pantai Bias Tugal is 54 km east from Denpasar and takes about 1 hour to 90 minutes to drive from the southern tourist areas of Kuta and Legian. If you arrive at Padangbai turn right at the main street and pass the post office you will be on the right track. About 10 meters further there is a dirt road going uphill. I drove up there with a motorbike, but I can imagine that you would prefer to walk. It is quite a hike but if you stick to the dirt road you will reach the top and see Bias Tugal lying below. Then it is time to hike down. Ask around if you are not sure. The people there are very happy to help you. 

Bias Tugal Beach, also called Pantai Kecil (Little Beach),Bias Tugel means the deduction of sand. Not many tourists know this beach, since it is very isolated and secluded. Nonetheless, this beach is very beautiful, with very clean water, clean white sands and quite beach, not so many people in this beach. There are many coconut trees around the beach. Bias Tugal Beach is a beautiful white sandy beach and the best beach in Padang Bai. Good for swimming, though the currents can be strong. There are several restaurants, but they are not very good. The beach is surrounded by a monstrous, unfinished resort.

When I swim at Bias Tugal beach. I was see sweet lips of box fish, clown fish, cleaner fish, octopuses, moray eels, stingrays, lion fish and all kinds of tropical marine life. Bias Tugal Beach It's a great place to relax, enjoy the beach and eat fish!I love the beach and if the tide is good then it is excellent for swimming. Don't forget to bring drinks and snacks , because there is hardly anything there

For your information :

The waves is quite big, particularly when the ferry has just passed.

If you can't swim, I guess don't go outside the shoreline, because the sandy area just for several meters from it.

Actually, if you overseas to Lombok by ferry from Padang Bai harbour, you can catch a glimpse of the beach.

There are reef at the right side of the beach, worth exploring!

Well guest, that's about a little beautiful beach in Bali, for more information you can visit www.balistarisland.com. Have a nice trips in Bali

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Kintamani Tour Visit Bali Active Volcano

Kintamani Tour
Visit Bali Active Volcano

Kintamani Tour is a tour package with an impressive experience to visit Kintamani with breathtaking view of an active volcano and lake. This tour will visit places interest in Bali like Goa Gajah/Elephant Cave, Tampak Siring Temple/Tirta Empul Tample and Kintamani. The tour is also offering you the wide opportunity to see the beautiful handicraft in Bali which is made by local people to bring home for your souvenir. This tour is very comfortable with our professional tour guide who is always outstanding offer our best service. It is a private tour with full air-conditioning car transfer and delicious lunch is served on the way of the trip to complete your tour enjoyable.

Places of interest will be visited during Kintamani Tour

GOA GAJAH
Goa Gajah/Elephant Cave is an ancient omission in the form of a cave with the high value of art and history. Goa Gajah is one of tourist destinations in Bali that is visited by a lot of tourists every day. In this place, we will find other ancient omissions like ancient stone idol, douche, temple and others. It owns beautiful relief with a form of face turning around to the left side. We have to descend the doorstep to reach Goa Gajah because this place is located in the river valley. It is a famous place with unique cave and the right place to visit on the tour.



TAMPAK SIRING/HOLY SPRING WATER TEMPLE
Tampak Siring or recognized also by the name of Tirta Empul is a temple with a big water source residing in the middle of it. The water is clear, clean and holy assumed by the local resident to cure some disease. In Tampak Siring, you will see a Palace of Indonesia State founded by first president. Its place is very beautiful and peaceful that is surrounded by hill. There are many water douche exist in this temple that are using by local people for bathing and purification purpose.



KINTAMANI/BATUR VOLCANO AND LAKE
Kintamani is a name of countryside located in the hill and the beautiful panorama surround it. We can see beautiful panorama from Kintamani to overview the active volcano of Batur Mount and wide Lake of Batur in a valley. It is situated in the plateau area with cool weather surround it. When we stand up at Kintamani, we will be able to see the rural area which is close to the lake. This place is very femous and visited by many tourists everyday.

TOUR ITINERARY

09:00 - Pick up at the hotel
10.15 - Visit Gold and Silver work
10.45 - Visit Wood Carving
12.00 - Visit Kintamani with Batur Volcano and Lake
12.15 - Enjoy lunch at local restaurant in Kintamani
14.00 - Visit Tampak Siring/Tirta Empul Temple
15.00 - Visit Goa Gajah/Elephant Cave
15.30 - Back to hotel
17.00 - Arrive at hotel

Special Promotion Rate: US$ 45 net/person - min 2 people
Single Traveler: US$ 70 net/person
Prices are inclusive of:

• 21% government tax and service charge
• Entrance fee at all tourist destinations
• 1 x lunch at local restaurant
• Speaking guide (English, Japanese and other language is subject to availability)
• Private full air-conditioning car
• One bottle of mineral water
• Insurance cover up to USD 50.000

WHAT TO BRING?
Modest cloth, hat, camera, money, sun glasses and sun screen.

Visit North Part of Bali

Lovina Singaraja Tour
Visit North Part of Bali

Lovina Singaraja Tour is an exciting tour to visit place of interest in north part of Bali with beautiful panorama and local society culture. The tour will bring you to an experience to explore the region in north side of Bali Island and visit the famous tourist sites in Singaraja regency like Tamblingan Lake , Gitgit Water Fall, Lovina Beach and Hot Water Banjar. In returning to your hotel, we will stop in Blimbing countryside to see the breathtaking view of rice terrace. The tour is a private tour with our professional tour guide who is always outstanding offers our best service. Your tour will very comfortable with our full air-conditioning car transfer and save driver while the Indonesian cuisine on your lunch is served on the way of your trips.

Balinese Legong Dance and Dinner Tour

Balinese Legong Dance and Dinner Tour Packages

Legong Dance and Dinner Tour Package is a tour to watch the traditional dance while enjoy the delicious dinner at local restaurant in Bali. Legong Dance is one of the Balinese Traditional Dances which is danced by the beautiful young dancer. It dance owns the exciting body movement with beautiful sound of Balinese traditional gamelan. During the Legong Dance performance, it also come with other Balinese Dances such as Baris Dance (a dance describing the Balinese Soldier), Manukrawa Dance, Cendrawasih Dance (a kind of Balinese Dance describing the pure of bird) and Legong Dance it self is describing the beautiful of a princess with the amazing movement. During watching this dance you will enjoy a delicious set dinner with your choice.

What this tour about?

This tour will be started by picking you up at your hotel lobby and drop to the local restaurant for having dinner and enjoy the dance. When you arrive at the restaurant, you will be served by restaurant staff and offering your food. On the out food processing, the dance will be started within one hour until your dinner is over. At the end of the dance, you will be offered to take a picture for your memory. After having dinner, you will drop back to the hotel to terminate the tour.

Tour Itinerary

19.00 Pick up at hotel
19.45 Arrive at Restaurant
20.00 Enjoy the dinner
20.15 The dance starting
21.30 Back to hotel
22.00 Arrive at hotel

WHAT TO BRING: Camera, mosquito repellent, money

PRICE	Minimum 2 Persons	Single Traveller
Indonesian Set Menu	US$ 35 net/person	US$ 55 net/person
Lobster Dinner	US$ 45 net/person	US$ 65 net/person

Prices are inclusive of:

• 21% government tax and service charge
• 1 x set dinner
• Round trips air-conditioning transfer
• Speaking Guide (English, Japanese and other language is based on availability)
• Watching Balinese Dance
• Insurance cover up to USD 50.000

MENU SELECTION

INDONESIAN SET MENU APPETIZER Chicken Soup ( Soto Ayam ) Shrimp Cracker and Peanut ( Kacang Kerupuk Udang ) Yellow Pickles ( Acar Kuning ) MAIN COURSE Slice chicken with lemon grass sauce ( Ayam Suwir Bumbu Merah) Sweet sour fish pickles ( Acar ikan asam manis) Pork and Beef Sate ( Sate Babi and Sapi ) Fried Noodle ( Mie goreng ) Eggplant stolephorus ( Semur terong bumbu kecap ) Spinach ( Sayur Hijau) Steam with rice ( Nasi Putih ) Fried Rice ( Nasi Goreng ) DESSERT Tea or coffee Assorted fresh tropical fruit ( Irisan buah segar ) Friend banana ( Pisang goreng )

SEA FOOD LOBSTER MENU APPETIZER Fish soup (Soup ikan) Salad bowl (salad ) Shrimp Cracker and Peanut ( Kacang Kerupuk Udang ) MAIN COURSE 300 gr Grill lobster ( Lobster Panggang ) Fish Sate ( Sate ikan ) Fried potatoes ( Kentang goreng ) Fried Noodle seafood ( Mie goreng ikan laut ) Squid floret ( Cumi - cumi goreng ) Vegetable seafood ( Sayur ikan laut ) Fried Rice ( Nasi goreng ) DESSERT Tea or coffee Assorted fresh tropical fruit (Irisan buah segar) Balinese cake