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Museum Negeri Propinsi Bali

The prime museum for Balinese Culture, Museum Negeri Propinsi in Bali is the island's central museum located in its provincial capital Denpasar. Housing over 10,000 artworks, the museum has a variety of pieces on display- from prehistoric stone sarcophagi to dance costumes and masks, making it a comprehensive collection of the island's heritage. Known as the Provincial Public State Museum, this museum holds up a magnifying glass to traditional Balinese traditions, with its different pavilions examining different facets of Balinese history and culture. The staff, to create a better ambience, play traditional music on instruments made of bamboo. The museum is best visited in the afternoon, as it is quieter and less crowded. Read More

A walk through Ubud is incomplete without spending a while at the Puri Lukisan Museum, home to several traditional, modern Balinese art masterpieces. The museum collection includes paintings from Sanur, Batuan, Keliki, and Young Artist schools of art. It is the perfect spot for art lovers looking at Indonesian art history with a cup of coffee.

One of the more recent fine art galleries in Bali, Museum Rudana exhibits a variety of sculptures and artwork by famous Indonesian and international painters. Founded by art collector Nyoman Rudana in 1995, the museum is spread across three levels surrounded by lush rice fields and displays emerging artists in a bid to boost the local art scene. Ideally visited in August for memorial events around the Indonesian Independence day. Museum Rudana displays a rich collection of classical and cultural Bali paintings, which was established with the motive to boost the art scene of Bali and encourage bubbling artists by giving them a platform to showcase their art throughout the year. The arrangement of the exhibits is designed in a manner to reflect the spatial and aesthetic values which are beautifully woven in the harmony of Balinese culture and values. Read More

Museum Semarajaya is located in Klungkung, Bali and exhibits a variety of artefacts such as the gold-woven songket cloth and photographs of the Kingdom of Klungkung. The museum also houses a grand collection of paintings and statues by Emilio Ambron and has on display the traditional salt-making process of Bali, which makes this museum a fascinating place to visit. The Museum Semarajaya is a sombre reminder of the mass ritual suicide during 1908, known as the puputan, which was done to protest the Dutch colonial oppression. Inaugurated in 1998, the museum is a reminder of those tragic events. Portraits of the ruling Klunklung royal family are also housed in the museum. Read More

Established by Balinese art-lover Sujata Neka, the Neka Art Museum displays many wayangs and Ubud-style paintings, sculptures, Keris daggers, and photographs from the 1930s to contemporary times. The museum features the work of indigenous and local artists, incorporating a variety of influences on Balinese art and showcasing the evolution of painting styles in the country through the decades. A visit to Neka Art Museum is both intuitive and delightful. The museum has 6 separate buildings having different galleries for paintings, artefacts, traditional old daggers etc. The museum has a traditional Balinese architecture. The museum has a huge garden and is equipped with all the facilities to make it a comfortable visit. Read More

Sandwiched between the more popular beaches of Berawa and Batu Bolong, Nelayan Beach in Canggu is an unassuming yet spellbinding stretch of black sand, usually used by fishermen to offload their catch. A secluded little spot, Nelayan does not offer much in terms of tourist infrastructure apart from a gorgeous setting to laze around in, so ensure you bring your parasol to sunbathe here.

Between Bedugul and Ubud lies Air Terjun Nungnung, a beautiful waterfall to refresh your senses. Located about 900m above sea level,the waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery and is a great spot for nature-lovers. However, the water is a little rough for swimming, and the 500-step pathway to access it can prove to be quite the exercise. Crashing from a height of 50m the waterfall makes for a powerful yet, endearing sight. Surrounded by beautiful rocky and green landscapes the Nungnung Waterfall interestingly is also devoid of large crowds. The flight of around 500 steps that takes one to the waterfall is one of the main reasons why the Nungnung Waterfall is relatively less crowded. Read More

Famous as one of the most popular holiday destinations of Bali, the Nusa Ceningan Island also forms part of the Nusa Islands trio. Standing amidst the sea waters, the Island is blessed with hoards of attractive places comprising of beaches, resorts, cliffs and the famous ‘Blue Lagoon’. While the scenic beauties popping of the Nusa Ceningan Island makes it an ideal place for nature photographers, the place is also famous for various activities such as Underwater Scootering, Ziplining, Snorkelling, and Scuba Diving. Read More

Often described as an 'All Inclusive' beach, Nusa Dua has everything one could ask for - shopping complexes, high-end hotels, museums, even an 18-hole golf course! The pristine white sand and blue waters provide for an awe-inspiring scene to rejuvenate your senses, and the additional facilities of spas and watersports make this an ideal location for both the honeymooning couples and travelling families. Nusa Dua Beach is a clean and serene beach with blue water and silvery sand in Bali. This beache will provide for a great vacation. The beauty and spectacular of this place will leave enchanted and the various water activities will add the required amount of adventure in your trip. You will also be able to explore the rich marine life including colourful Corals and fishes that habitat under the sea. The rustling of the waves crashing on the shore along with the sweet salty fragrance lingering in the air makes Nusa Dua Beach an ideal retreat. Read More

Nyaman Gallery is an art gallery in Bali showcasing both classic and contemporary art of the region. The art objects have been carefully segregated and placed in different sections so that the visitors can concentrate on one item at a time. The entire gallery consists of bare brick walls that are adorned most tastefully with photographs and paintings created by the modern artists of Bali and Indonesia. The gorgeous Nayman Gallery is dimly lit with specially illuminated pictures and art objects being highlighted to focus on specific areas. The objects prone to natural wear and tear are displayed within specially created corners that have many International artists represented here as well. With a focus on comfort, the art objects exhibited at Nyaman Gallery revolve around the essence of Nyaman meaning cozy & comfortable. The gallery has been created as a partnership venture together with Nyaman Villas as well as Nyaman Boutique with the artistic talent of the young and upcoming generation of the region being spotted by the authorities. Balinese art and artists are promoted wholeheartedly here so that they get their due by gaining recognition in the International arena. Read More