Bali Information   

Bali is the most well known island of Indonesia’s archipelago. Rightly so. With glorious beaches, unique culture and a vibrant people, Bali is easily the most visited part of Asia.

		Majapahit Kingdom

 

It is believed that their ancestors were Majapahit Kingdom’s elite who escaped the decline of their kingdom.

Fine beaches spread from the south to the north of this island, world-class clubs and bars abound. Yet cultural sights, dances and art coexist easily on this relatively small island. Offshore, the diving is superb. There are few places that can offer a cultural dance performance in the morning, a wreck dive in the afternoon and thumping house music to 4am.

You will need more than a week to enjoy Bali. Dolphin-sighting, underwater beauty in Penida and water sports in Benoa will keep you occupied. Otherwise, simply spoil yourself in a Balinese Spa.

The Monkey forests in Ubud and Sangeh are pleasant walks on the wild side Canoeing, rafting, cruises, bungy and cycling is for those looking to work up a sweat while on holiday.

Yet, natural beauty is everywhere. Verdant padi fields stretch in a sea of green. Mountain vistas of active volcanoes dominate the Northern skyline. From the volcano, look south to see rolling farmlands and forests bordered by the blue sea.

Nusa Penida Beach	Mount Vistas	Monkey Forests	Verdant padi stretch

Although Bali is hip and modern, the Balinese remain a spiritual people. Every village has at least 3 temples and each temple celebrates its odalan once every 210 days. All adult members of the village return to celebrate the odalan with dances, feasts and colorful ceremonies. Don’t be surprised that your chambermaid can dance the Legong, or your taxi driver plays in a Gamelan orchestra. They perform dances and rituals in temples (pura) as an offering to the Gods. Ubud remains the cultural and artistic heart of Bali. In contrast, Legian and Seminyak offer groovy nights with great music and house beats to the wee hours of the morning. Ibiza gone Indonesian. Different strokes for different folks.