Keramas Beach is considered to be one of the top three beaches in Gianyar. It is slowly gaining popularity ever since the Bypass has been completed, giving better access to the relatively untouched east coast. Being on the east side of the island, the locals of Keramas beach enjoy the brilliant sunrise that illuminates the tall wave crests in the ...
February 14, 2020 Activities, Bali Culture, Nature, Tips, TravelThe live theatrical performance is not just a neat addition to your experience at Bali Safari Park. It also complements your entire experience in Bali as a whole. Bali is indeed very unique due to the Hindu-Javanese cultural influence, so it is no surprise that you will hear a lot about the myths and legends that are deep-rooted into the ...
January 10, 2020 Accommodation, Activities, Bali Culture, Bali Style, Tips, TravelExperiencing other cultures while traveling is a rewarding activity. Bali’s rich cultural heritage is one of many reasons people come to the island in the first place. If you’re coming for a cultural tour, here are some of the destinations you should visit. Seafood and coconut water at Pantai Lebih Pantai Lebih is a great pick for food because it’s ...
December 27, 2019 Activities, Bali Culture, Culture, Nature, Tips, TravelAuthenticity is an ancient value kept alive by the people of Bali. The populace has a reputation in the world for paying special attention to preserving traditional philosophies and ways of life in the face of modernization and global tourism. Desa adat (cultural villages) are distinct villages, characterized by houses that strictly adhere to traditional architecture, and the inhabitants usually ...
November 29, 2019 Activities, Bali Culture, Bali Style, Nature, TravelMepantigan, meaning “to throw” in Balinese, is a unique form of martial arts in which the main objective is not self-defense, but rather to act as a medium to educate people about nature, empathy, and discipline. It takes place in muddy rice fields that sprawl across the Ubud agricultural landscape. Sometimes the tradition is carried out on a soft sandy ...
November 22, 2019 Activities, Bali Culture, Bali Style, Nature, TravelIn a rocky forest of Tampaksiring, Gianyar, a Dutch archeologist discovered an ancient ruin that predates the era of the Balinese Kingdoms. These ruins were unlike any other. Usually, what survives across time are grand ancient memorials and temples. But what was discovered back in 1923 was a cave, Goa Gajah - a lonely, reclusive meditation cave that is guarded ...
November 15, 2019 Bali Culture, Nature, Tips, TravelOn the gentle steps of the volcanic Mt. Agung in eastern Bali, a royal palace was built. Unlike other Rajas (kings) in Bali, the late Raja Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem (1887-1966) did not build a comparatively grand residency. He focused his attention instead on his lavish 1.2 acres of pools, fountains, fish ponds and water features that sprawl across ...
November 8, 2019 Bali Culture, Nature, Tips, TravelWhen you visit the magnificent island of Bali, are you planning to do something different – more than just frolicking on the sand under tropical skies? Perhaps you want to go beyond the rustic island life, or even get away from the crazy nightlife scene? If so, a spiritual journey to the Tirta Empul Temple may be just what you’re ...
October 25, 2019 Activities, Bali Culture, Nature, TravelBali is one of those places that will have you immersed in its arts and culture as soon as you arrive on the island. In fact, you are immediately greeted by the iconic Balinese gates when you arrive at the airport, along with traditional music playing in the background. One art form in particular that will surely amaze you is ...
October 11, 2019 Activities, Bali Culture, TravelAs the cultural heart of Bali, Ubud presents endless experiences and ideas for visitors. If you’re looking for places to visit in Ubud, especially after dark, night markets are ideal. The night market in Ubud is an excellent place to sample the local culinary delights, buy handmade local handicrafts, and just be immersed in the local Balinese community and culture. ...
July 26, 2019 Bali Culture, Restaurant, Travel
