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Kuta Art Market

Stretching out from the Kuta Sidewalk, the Kuta Art Market is hugely popular amongst tourists and is a favourite destination to head to when looking to buy souvenirs to remember you trip to Bali by. Rows upon rows of shops selling items of art that are known the world over as Balinese ensure that you can find whatever that you’re looking for under any budget. World-renowned surf brands like Billabong, Ripcurl, and Quiksilver have also set up shop alongside local designers, alluding to the market’s popularity. Read More

A few minutes away from the Bali airport, Kuta attracts hundreds of visitors to its golden sands and surf waves, making it one of Bali's busiest and liveliest beaches. Kuta Beach is popular for its jaw-dropping sunsets and vibrant nightlife. It is also one of the scuba diving and surfing hotspots in Bali. There are several world-class diving sites located at a short boat ride’s distance from the main Kuta Beach. It is quite deservedly one of the best-known tourist areas of Bali. It is a fun destination catering to a mixed bag of travelers. Despite all the aggressive beach vendors, Kuta Beach is clean, well-maintained, and safe. A plethora of cheap options for accommodation, food, and beach clubs make this ideal for young travelers seeking a fun beach holiday. Read More

The Kuta Night Market is the ideal way to escape the excess commercialism of the surrounding Kuta area with its constant partying and reckless abandon. The Kuta Night Market is slower, more laidback, and the market adopts a more leisurely pace of life as compared to the rest of the neighbourhood. Great Indonesian food at incredibly affordable prices make the night market a favourite amongst clubbers looking for a cheap bite to eat before dancing for long hours in crowded nightclubs. Read More

A crater lake set in Kintamani, Bali, situated approximately 30 km away, Danau Batur is a unique picturesque lake. The largest lake in Bali, it is crescent-shaped, found in the secondary caldera of the notorious active Mount Batur Volcano. Also known as Lake Batur, the 16 km wide lake lying at the base of Mount Abang is known for its chilly water and weather in the area. The mesmerizing Mt. Batur encloses Danau Batur lake over a span of 13 km. While you are visiting Lake Batur, the volcanic hot-springs are the most unforgettable experience for tourists here. Alongside the hot springs, you can also try out the authentic Balinese massage experience or savour the local delicacies as you enjoy the surreal panoramic view of Balinese highlands. Read More

The undisputed nightlife hub in Bali, Legian beach promises to have you grooving the night away at its numerous bars and nightclubs scattered across the sandy shores. Midway between Kuta and Seminyak, Legian offers you the best of both worlds in a surf paradise which is not crowded and still provides a premium leisure experience. Translating to “sweet and pleasant” from Balinese, Legian Beach is a great place to relax and enjoy swimming and surfing. A number of quaint food stalls and cafes are located in and around the beach which play groovy music. The perfect way to enjoy the time spent here is to buy a bottle of beer and sit near the sea enjoying the picturesque beauty of this place. If you love partying, this tranquil place turns into a hub of crazy parties during the night. All the colourful lights, electric music and crazy dancing will definitely make your night a memorable one. Visit Legian Beach not only for its scenic beauty but also because it provides with the best of both worlds. Read More

For a satisfying shopping experience, it doesn't get better than Legian street in Bali. From the 'Poppies lane' to the 'Garlic line', various shops are lined one after another selling souvenirs, DVDs, fashion clothing, sunglasses and anything else you could ask for. Designed to test your bargaining skills, this street brings together thrift stores with brand outlets. Legian Street is one of the most popular places in Bali. This is a perfect place to visit if you are a shopaholic and a foodie. Always bustling with people, vendors selling a myriad variety of things, quaint food joints, art shops, restaurants, bars, hotels, tattoo places, massage parlours and so much more. This is the place to visit if you want to get an essence of Balinese culture and lifestyle. This street is a small world in itself which will provide you with the best of everything. Legian Street is a must-visit place to enjoy a stroll, to shop till you drop, to eat the delicacies of local cuisine, to relax your muscles by indulging in massage and even getting a tattoo if you are feeling particularly brave. Make sure to visit this colourful and vibrant place on your trip to Bali. Read More

Located almost an hour’s north of Canggu, the Leke Leke waterfall is easily accessible and signs along the road lead you all the way to the parking spot. A15-minute hike through bamboo bridges that snakes through the tropical Balinese jungle from there leads you to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Bali. A couple of guesthouses near the waterfall also gives you the option of staying the night near the waterfall to get that perfect early morning light for the best photos of the falls. Read More

Lempad's House in Bali pays homage to the unique craft of the legendary Balinese artist, I Gusti Nyoman Lempad. Responsible for the distinct style of architecture that most of Bali's temples and palaces have become emblematic of, Lempad is a household name in Ubud. The artist's residence has been turned into a gallery of some of his artworks that can be viewed. The estate is still run by his surviving family members and is complete with a beautiful Balinese garden. Lempad’s House is commonly referred to as The Lempad of Bali House. The house is well-maintained and is open for public visits. It is being managed by the late artist’s surviving family. On selected days, one family member greets the visitors and gives them a tour of the house while narrating Lempad’s life experiences. Visitors must note that Lempad’s House does not display the legendary artist’s complete collection as many artworks are exhibited in museums. Read More

Pura Lempuyang Luhur is a Balinese Hindu temple located on the slopes of Mount Lempuyang in Karangsem. Lying 1175m above sea level, reaching the temple requires a steep climb of over 1700 steps. However, one can stop along the way to take some beautiful pictures of the panoramic Mount Agung and the candi bentar gate. Lempuyang Temple is one of Bali's oldest temples which at par with the Baisakh- 'the mother temple of Bali.' The temple is one of the most revered temples for the Hindus and has a beautiful gateway which is described by many people as 'the gates to heaven.'Lempuyang Temple is known as 'sad kahyangan' derived from the Sanskrit word, 'sad' which means six and 'kahyangan' which means places of the Gods. Today Lempuyang Temple is one of the six holiest places of worship in Bali as it forms the pivotal focal point of spiritual activity. Read More

Bali is blessed with numerous amazing tourism spots and is the main tourist destination of Indonesia. Likely, the northern part of Bali has this treasure of a waterfall named Les waterfall which is located in Les Village in Buleleng. It offers scenic beauty and a revitalizing experience for visitors who are also rewarded by the chilled water of the falls in the humid weather of Bali. So one can jump right in and enjoy a refreshing dip in the waterfall pool. From the ticket counter, one has to make a short trek of 1 km to reach the 30-m high waterfalls. Since it is located in an area which is a little challenging to reach, less number of tourists come by every now and then and those who do come by, enjoy a very tranquil and uncrowded visit to the falls. The walkway isn’t steep so the journey is comfortable and pleasant because of all the surrounding fragrant fruit trees and lovely chirping of birds. One will see a couple of signs from the main road through Tejakula giving direction towards the waterfall entry area. On the road up to the hill one will come across many shops for buying refreshments like soft drinks, beer, snacks and water. Between Amed and Singaraja, it is about 2.5 km away from the waterfall entrance. After paying an entry fee of about 10,000 IDR per person, there is a further distance of about 1-1.5 kilometres to be covered to reach the Les waterfall. On the way back, one can simply hire a scooter since scooter rides are offered at the entrance for dropping visitors back. Read More