Bali is an island located in Indonesia, approximately 4,555 km from Australia. It is situated between the islands of Lombok and Java, and is 153km wide and 112km high. Bali's culture is a mix of Hindu and Buddhist traditions, and it is known for its dance, drama, and shadow puppet theater performances. Some of Bali's most popular tourist attractions include Pura Tanah Lot sea temple, Mount Batur volcano sunrise hike, Uluwatu cliffside temple, and Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple complex located on a small island in a lake. Bali offers a variety of outdoor activities and adventures for visitors like trekking, ATV rides, cycling, paint
Bali is an island located in Indonesia, approximately 4,555 km from Australia. It is situated between the islands of Lombok and Java, and is 153km wide and 112km high. Bali's culture is a mix of Hindu and Buddhist traditions, and it is known for its dance, drama, and shadow puppet theater performances. Some of Bali's most popular tourist attractions include Pura Tanah Lot sea temple, Mount Batur volcano sunrise hike, Uluwatu cliffside temple, and Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple complex located on a small island in a lake. Bali offers a variety of outdoor activities and adventures for visitors like trekking, ATV rides, cycling, paint
Bali is an island located in Indonesia, approximately 4,555 km from Australia. It is situated between the islands of Lombok and Java, and is 153km wide and 112km high. Bali's culture is a mix of Hindu and Buddhist traditions, and it is known for its dance, drama, and shadow puppet theater performances. Some of Bali's most popular tourist attractions include Pura Tanah Lot sea temple, Mount Batur volcano sunrise hike, Uluwatu cliffside temple, and Pura Ulun Danu Bratan temple complex located on a small island in a lake. Bali offers a variety of outdoor activities and adventures for visitors like trekking, ATV rides, cycling, paint
Bali is an island of Indonesia and is situated 8 degrees
from the equator, in the Java Sea. Bali's location is 4,555 km from Australia and is situated between Indonesia's islands of Lombok and Java. Bali is an area of Indonesia and is approximately 153km wide and 112km high. The province includes the island of Bali and a few smaller neighboring islands, such as Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan.
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Culture and Traditions
Balinese culture is a mix of Hindu-Buddhist religion
and Balinese customs. It is perhaps most known for its dance and drama. The island is also known for its Shadow play theatre. The most common piece of traditional clothing is the sarong. Both men and women wear it. Learning the basics of Balinese culture will help you make sense of the many things you experience during your stay. To put it simply, this greatly improves the quality of your island experience.
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Tourist Attractions
Pura Tanah Lot
About 20 kilometers northwest of Kuta, Pura Tanah
Lot is one of Bali's most iconic temples. it is one of the most holy of all the island's sea temples. It's also fun to wander along the paths, and taking photos.
Mount Batur
Every day in Bali's predawn darkness, hundreds of
visitors begin the walk of the 1,700-meter summit of Mount Batur. Once at the top, they watch the sun rise above the mist-covered mountains. If you're looking for romantic things to do in Bali for couples, this should be top on your list.
Uluwatu Temple
Archaeological finds here suggest the temple is of
megalithic beginning, dating from around the 10th century. The temple lies about 25 kilometers from Kuta. Sturdy hiking shoes are essential, and it's advisable to wear layers, as the temperature can be cool before sunrise.
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Pura Ulun Danu Bratan
The 17th-century Pura Ulun Danu Bratan is one of
Bali's most charming temple complexes. It sits on a small island, in the cool highlands of central Bali. An unusual feature is the Buddhist stupa on the left of the entrance to the first courtyard, with figures of Buddha meditating in the lotus position in niches on the square base. Lempuyang Temple Complex
If you've ever seen the famous Instagram photo of
people at the Gates of Heaven and wondered about the location. Often just called "Lempuyang Temple". Tourists come here to capture a photo standing between the towering dragon staircases, which frame the misty peak of Mount Agung.
Sekumpul Waterfall
The three to four-hour walk, passes by rice terraces
and local villages then continues through dense tropical jungle. It can be active in parts, as you need to hike down slippery steps, but once you arrive, you can cool off with a refreshing swim at the base of the falls. This is a great adventure for nature lovers who want a taste of wild Bali far from the touristy resorts.
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Balinese Cuisine and Dining
Bali's most popular dish is Nasi Goreng. A fragrant rice
dish made from chicken, and vegetables, topped with a fried egg. I find it to be the ultimate in comfort food. Enjoy authentic Indonesia in Bali's Warung and Rumah Makan. The Indonesians call a small traditional restaurant or sometimes also tiny shops. Rumah Makan means “Eating Home”. In both, you will be served traditional Indonesian food in a very simple setting. Eating with your right hand is traditional, although spoons and forks are popular with the younger generation. Hands must be washed before and after eating.
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Accommodation and travel tips
Budget hotels can be found for as little as $10 per
night, while a room in a midrange hotel or resort will be $30-$50 per night. Luxury hotels can be upwards of $300.
Food: Local food is very affordable, with meals costing
as little as $2-$3.
The best time to visit Bali is between April and
October, the island's dry season. Many shops offer sales and promotions; restaurants are less crowded in those mid-season months.
It is possible to visit Bali with all kinds of budget.
During summer and end of the year, prices in Bali can increase by 50%, as visitors are a lot. Even if you plan to visit on a luxury holiday, in comparison it will still be cheaper than other holiday destinations. It's a great island to visit and the perfect island getaway which won't cost you too much.