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IN THIS ISSUE HISTORICAL KLUNGKUNG The base of Bali’s rulers in the old days
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THE ELEPHANT CAVE What’s in a large stone gaping mouth in Gianyar
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HEART OF BALI YPAC, the Institute for Physically & Mentally Handicapped Children
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THE YEAR OF OX Bali celebrates Chinese New Year
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HOME WITHIN A HOME Believe it or not
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REVIEWS VIVALAVI Celebrating Life
GROCER & GRIND The First Bite Bites
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K2 RESTAURANT Modesty Hits the 'Eat Street'
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BALI FAVES Smokin' Hot
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Storm Beer
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Salsa 'n Chips
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“Sur fin' Bali”
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Surfin' Bali IT HAD BEEN QUITE A WHILE since the last time I strolled down the lanes in Kuta, an area largely
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TEAM'S NOTE
Hey guys, We really DO hope that Bali is treating you nice these days. Oh, by the way, you can stand under my umbrella… ella…ella…eh…eh… Okay, stop laughing now; whether you like it or not, this Rihana’s hit should describe and fit for Bali’s current weather condition and our warm intention to be your umbrella. Why? Because we still hit the road no matter how big the rains were to provide you with some of the coolest information that you need to know about Bali so you could sit and relax under your comfortable shades and see all of the places and other spots yourself, yet stay dry, through this super cool “THE MAG”. Anyway, we went eastern to Klungkung regency and visited some of Bali’s most historical places for this edition’s Bali Road Trip. But that’s not it, for in Klungkung we also got the chance to see people from the local village in doing their activities (see page 20). Of course, visiting places got us all tired and hungry. This time, we visited a Japanese warung called K2 in Oberoi and were very surprised on how a windy and rainy night could feel so warm there (see page 44). For lunch, we dropped by at Grocer & Grind on Kayu Jati Street in Seminyak and tasted some of the island’s finest sandwiches (see page 38). Yet again, nothing is perfect and it’s not all about fun. We made the time to stop at the Institute for Phisically & Mentally Handicapped Children or better known as the Yayasan Pembinaan Anak Cacat (YPAC) in Bypass Nusa Dua. In the institute, we gained the knowledge on how the institute’s residents, our less-fortunate fellows, are also important and valuable members in our community (see page 28). Well, all in all, we just want to advise you to not let the rain spoil your days in Bali. If you feel like going out and it’s raining outside, just go and grab an umbrella…ella… ella… Simple, right?
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little Aria Adinata, our llage vi friend from the of Unda River in Klungkung.
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Little make-over for the beaches Regular visitors of the beach in Double Six would probably notice a little change undertaken in the area as a cement fence along the beach, separating it from the road, has now been stood up. The local authority said that the fence is aimed to block the sand from the beach area to go onto the road. The action has, of course, attracted a lot of pros and cons. Several visitors on the beach area claimed to be a little bit disturbed for they now cannot step freely from the beach to the road – they need to find the exit gate first. While several others in the restaurants complained because now they have limited views to beach area. In Kuta Beach, a big temple-like gate is now being built right at the end of the road next to The Wave Club. Authority in the area said that the gate is now on construction as a part of a temple which is also located in the area. Aside from that, the gate would also act as the main entrance to the beach area.
Trattoria in Canggu Club
Who doesn’t know Trattoria? This constantly-busy Italian restaurant that has been serving a steady flow of satisfied customers in Oberoi, has also now landed its fine reputation in Canggu Club. Opening of the restaurant in Canggu Club was a huge blast, with laser show and bongo performance along with many others on the stage. One thing for sure is that this restaurant would be an ideal relaxing spot while enjoying varieties an Italian kitchen has to offer after an intense day of exercising at Canggu Club. 16
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Kuta Sidewaffle-walk
Exactly what refreshes the hot sunny days for Kuta Beach Goers, Flapjacks opens doors to many delicious array of pancakes, waffles, crepes and magic fusion on deliciously home-made gelato. Being part of the group Rama Restaurants Bali, this new venue serves all the menu items, including the coffee and smoothies, freshly and amusing within comfortable retro and modern chic interior.
Mass cremation in Kuta
Smokes from burning bodies, multi-tiered bamboo, paper, string, tinsel, silk, mirrors, flowers were occupying the beach in Kuta when a mass cremation took place on January 23. The ngaben (cremation) that involved a number of families, including the descendant of the Kings of Kuta, attracted and invited many visitors passing the area. The gamelan music played by the beach side somewhat acted like a sweet lullaby, accompanying the deads as they carried on their journey into the world after life.
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BALI ROAD TRIP
Located in the eastern part of Bali, Klungkung stands as the home of many historical bits and pieces left for today's world to see
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e drove the coastal road of Bypass Ida Bagus Mantra in a rainy January day, when the apparently not so good weather was somewhat still acting gentle by allowing us to have, at least, a blurry view of Nusa Penida on our right side. The drizzling sky of Bali’s eastern division accompanied and greeted our way in as we entered one of regions in the island that, unfortunately, doesn’t receive many visits from the tourists: Klungkung. The fact that Klungkung bears an important part in history and culture of Bali, it is strange to
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learn that this place is far from the number of crowd one could always expect in Kuta and/or Ubud; especially because for around 200 years back in the 1300s Klungkung was the base of the ruler of the island. That means, this region is the home of many historical bits and pieces left for today’s world to see. As an instance is the Hall of Justice (Kerta Gosa) that was built in the mid of the 18th century and is now still standing in the center of Klungkung Town. This court hall is built in the middle of a pond and particularly known for its magnificent ceiling paintings. The paintings themselves are depicting heaven, which will reward those who obey the law and order in their lives, and the horrors and punishments that await the sinners. In the center of the hall are a rectangular table and six chairs for three judges, who were priests, and three assessors.
Hall of Justice at Klungkung's Kerta Gosa Puppet coated by black coins from Kamasan Village Head of Buddha from Kamasan Village Banyan tree in the yard Dasar Bhuana Temple in Gelgel
Just across the Kerta Gosa, on the other side of the road, stands erected the monument of Puputan Klungkung (Klungkung Battle), an event when the ruler together with hundreds of his men were marching down the street and killed themselves rather than surrender to the foreign power. The monument itself is the phallic symbol (penis) to describe the power of the ruler before the Dutch occupancy and also his manliness due to the many wives he had. We also visited Kamasan Village, a home of painters and gold and silver smiths, which is known for its gold and silver crafting, bullet shell engraving, coins and traditional puppets painting. Artistic results of the skillful villagers of Kamasan are used not only for religious and ceremonial purposes, but also as fine products that are exported overseas.
Away a little bit southern, we dropped by at an old dynasty named Gelgel. Gelgel is an interesting part of Klungkung mainly due to its history as Bali’s center of arts in the early 1500s. During that time, Bali received an influx of the neighboring Javanese artisans and members of the royal court. As of today, Gelgel hosts one of the most important Hindu temples in the island, Pura Dasar Bhuana. As a temple dedicated to all of the Hindus in Bali, Dasar Bhuana is very crowded particularly during big Holidays such as Galungan. Our next stop is the village of Unda River. Obviously, the name of the village is taken from the great expanse of the stony Unda River that surrounds a number of villages at flood times. The river is easily recognized for as you stroll down the Bypass Ida Bagus Mantra heading to Padang Bai, it runs on the bottom of the
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BALI ROAD TRIP last, longest bridge. However, we stopped at another point of the river, from where we could see the villagers doing their activities – like traditionally taking sand from the bottom of the river using only simple hand tools.
Big dam at Unda River
The traditional Bali is very much felt in this part of Klungkung, for many of villagers still use the river to bathe, wash their clothes or simply to just relax on the sides. The people are also friendly that a family in the village opened the doors of their house wide for us and served us the Balinese coffee and palm wine (tuak). The son in-
law of the family was adequately telling us about the quiet pace of life in the area; and that Klungkung’s fishing villages and hillside communities that were barely accessible by road are now a little bit disturbed by the pace of the 20 th century. The hospitality of this family together with the other villagers made us, as strangers, felt like being at home. The presence of all the family members in welcoming us in their home, which again made us felt so important, was a living proof that the warmth and friendly manners of Balinese people remain untouched. THE MAG
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The cavity of "Yoni", the opposite of Shiva's phallic symbol.
The Elephant Cave The Elephant Cave or locally known as Goa Gajah is believed to have been carved in the 11th century on a hillside as a monastery which is used by the Balinese as a holy place to worship God Shiva and his elephantheaded son Ganesha. The entrance of the cave is of a carved menacing face with a widely-opened mouth.
In front of the cave are two enormous rectangular bathing pools with water fountains. The pools have water gushing from waterspouts held by standing female statues, which also by many visitors are used as the background when taking pictures. Little ruins of the temples that were struck by a huge earthquake in the past were neatly placed in a yard right the opposite of the pools.
Inside the cave, which is T-shaped, the phallic symbol of God Shiva (Lingam), its female counterpart (Yoni) and statue of Ganesha are placed in three different points. The cave itself is pretty narrow and not big. In other words, the cave could be suffocating at times when visitors are flocking in; not to mention that the cave is also frequented by the Balinese to pray.
Big ruins can be spotted down the hill through the mossy steps. The view below is spectacular, especially with the tropical rainforest atmosphere and the sound of running water from a nearby river. A Buddha statue can be found within a small temple in this area, which gives a vivid picture on how it was like Bali in the past.
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Yayasan Pembinaan Anak Cacat (YPAC) Institute for Phisically & Mentally Handicapped Children What is your organization and what does it do? We are a non-profit foundation that strives for the social acceptance for the physically and mentally disabled. For many times, people, especially children, who are disabled or handicapped are neglected and perceived only as a burden to their families and society. Therefore, we fight to show that people with disabilities are important and valuable members of any community.
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What is your short-term and long-term goal? For the time being, we only aim to provide a home for these unfortunate children, and the adults too, where they can feel comfortable without being despised by others. Here, they are provided with food, bed and inhouse education and training through our private school. However, what they have received so far is of course still very limited. Like the food for instance; we only receive a little amount of rice while we have 46 children to feed. Our building condition is also far from perfect. During rainy season, we would have several leakages which later on will make all the rooms so damp; thus creating an unhealthy living condition. Those are just some examples of the issues we are facing currently. We really wish to become a ‘healthy’ center of rehabilitation for disabled and handicapped children in the future. That means we need the adequate facilities, bigger area for the dorms and classrooms and many more.
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For the time being, we only aim to provide a home for these unfortunate children, and the adults too, where they can feel comfortable without being despised by others.
Do you know… The institute has normal running costs and donations are gratefully accepted. However, some of our children have specific needs: growing children need artificial limbs replaced, tires wear out on wheelchairs. Additionally, the children need bedding, cleaning supplies, school supplies, cooking and laundry equipments. We would love to make the bathroom areas more accessible for those who use wheelchairs or have prosthetic limbs. Of course these larger projects need larger funding. If you would like to sponsor a child or a special project to make these children’s lives more enjoyable please contact us. YPAC Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Nusa Dua Km 30 Jimbaran Phone: +62 361 771 718
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Has your organization made (or is making) any progress in achieving its goals? Well, obviously we are not a commercial organization; thus, we don’t have any supports for publication. However, we are very fortunate to have several personal donors helping us with our daily operational needs so that we could go on. With the help of these donors, now we have several classrooms where the children could learn. We also have a meeting hall where we could hold several activities. But again, we need further support to maintain everything. Has your actions made any significant change in line with the goals and missions of your organization? We started with only with five children registered in our foundation. Today, we have 46 permanent residents – that is the children and adults who live in our dorm – and a couple more of the non-permanent residents. In other words, more and more parents from poor families are becoming more aware that even if their children are handicapped, they still need education and skill development. Of course, we are very happy with this fact. Aside from that, these handicapped children were all very low self-esteemed. But now, they can mingle with each other very well and act like normal social creatures. A number of our graduates have now been working in some industrial aspects for quite some time. The knowledge and skill they gained from YPAC are very useful for them to finally become independent.
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My First Trip to Bali
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Nigel in TJ's (1984)
Nigel in TJ's (2009)
Bali was only one of the stopping points on his England-Australia route back in the late 70s. Yet, there seemed to be a changing plan for when he finally stepped foot on the Island of God, the longing to reach the land down under was all dented. Instead, he rebuilt all his plans and decided to just settle in this strange tropical island he now calls home. The rebuilding included the transformation of a vegetarian restaurant into TJ’s, a Mexican Bar & Restaurant that has been entertaining the crowd down in Poppies Lane 1 for almost 25 years.
Why did you go to Bali in 1979? Actually Bali was only one of my stopping points on my travel route from England to Australia. I was leaving from Jakarta to Surabaya on a train and continued with a bus from Banyuwangi to Bali. With who and where? I was traveling with my then wife and…yeah, we visited many places. What is the best memory about that trip? Well, I was traveling very slowly. I left England in 1975 and finally arrived in Jakarta in 1979 after spending times and living in several different countries that my then wife and I passed. All in all, finding Poppies Lane would be the best memory of the trip. What was the best restaurant back then? It was the Poppies; this place was named after it.
What is the biggest change since then? This area (Poppies) was all sand and coconut groves at the time; although Jalan Legian already existed. The transports stopped at Sunset Road, so if you wanted to go to this area you had to walk. And after six o’clock you can’t go anywhere, because all the transports stopped at that time. Is there anything you miss about the old Bali? Today, all got sophisticated and modern; while I can still clearly remember all the beautiful traditional buildings that used to stand in this area. Although I have to say that Bali deserves all these changes; it’s for the better. What made you decide to just live here? I don’t know, because my plan was only to live here for a year or two; after that, I continued the journey to Australia. But I have to say that I’m very glad ended up in this island. magazine.barudibali.com My First Trip to Bali
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In other words, just like it is symbolized, this year would be full of prosperity; yet, of course, through fortitude and hard work.
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The Year of Ox Just weeks after the New Year party, other parties are held in several spot in the island on January 26 to welcome yet another New Year: Chinese New Year 2056. Several Buddhist temples like the one in Kuta were making spotlights in each of their areas with scores of red decorations and, of course, the Lion Dance andt Dragon performances. Just like any other ceremonies ever held in Bali, the Chinese New Year celebration that fell on a weekday attracted many visitors, both the non-Buddhist locals and tourists, to enjoy the festivity. The typical color of any Chinese celebration, that is red, was everywhere coloring the scene to welcome the New Year of Ox. Just like it is symbolized, this year would 36
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be full of prosperity; yet, of course, through fortitude and hard work. Aside from that, according to the belief, a lot of great things would be achieved this year. Decorations conveying the New Year greetings, Chinese calligraphy posters showing Chinese idioms and other decorations including Chinese knots, paper cuttings and couplets were all giving signs of earnest wishes. Yet, different from the previous Chinese New Year’s Eves, the one this year didn’t rain; and that caused a little wariness for a number of believers since it is believed as a bad luck. However, a little rain that lasted for only less than an hour in the afternoon of January 26 relieved all the worries.
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FOOD REVIEW
The famed ‘Eat Street’ in Seminyak is widely known and packed especially during night times when both residents and visitors are flocking the area for dinner. But when the sun is rising hot, and when most of the restaurants are closed, there is still this one spot opening its doors wide for customers to shade themselves under a comfortable bistro roof accompanied by some of the best salads and sandwiches in the island…and the coffees too!
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Grocer & Grind may be sited a little deeper from the main road in Oberoi, yet its reputation has made a little spot of Kayu Jati Street, where it is located, crowded with flows of vehicles of satisfied customers who apparently pay steady visits. The Grocer & Grind concept of a onestop deli selling all the salads, antipastos, meats and sandwiches adjoined with a bistro-style restaurant just next door is just too alluring to be ignored.
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To prove all the nice stories we’ve heard about this place, we dropped by for lunch; and we were pretty lucky for if only we came there 5 minutes later, chances were we needed to wait for quite some time for both the tables in the restaurant and deli were all full. Anyway, there we were finally sitting in the restaurant with lunch menu in our hands. The list of the delicacies is very rich, yet it is arranged in a simple manner that it didn’t give us a hard time to pick the meals and the drinks. My pita sandwich with rare roasted beef tenderloin, camembert, tamarind chutney and ruccola is certainly finger-licking. A friend who was with me at the time looked so amazed with the meal he had. With a full mouth, and almost got choked, he forced his way only to tell me that the gold band snapper fillet he had was wonderful – especially with the tagaroshi and lime crust complimenting the snapper.
We were pretty full at the time, but somehow we wanted more. And so we called the staff and ordered some more. This time, we went with something (or some things) lighter. Mediterranean vegetables chargrilled with garlic thyme and creamy mash with nutmeg and chive were very pleasant. Only minutes after, the chargrilled chicken Caesar salad with parmesan, croutons and anchovies mayonnaise arrived on our table (:D). It was so refreshing. We concluded the lovely mid-day feasting occasion with, of course, the Grocer & Grind fresh roasted beans, Vanilla Latte. As the menu reads “comfort food served simply, yet stylishly”, Grocer & Grind positively has managed to create a simple yet stylish ambiance for both restaurant and deli. THE MAG
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Celebrating Life
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This hidden “Villas & Spa” is actually located in Mertasari Street in Kerobokan, just 5-minute drive from the bars and restaurants in Seminyak. It’s funny how I wasn’t aware of the existence of this retreat for signboards pointing the direction to Vivalavi are almost everywhere along the road – I should thank the rain that night causing a heavy traffic, for I finally became alerted. Anyway, I made my plans and at last was able to make a stop and spent a night there.
grassy footpath – exactly like the houses in Penglipuran are structured. If only Vivalavi was having the penjor (decorated bamboo poles), I would’ve thought that I was actually in Penglipuran at that time during Galungan. The friendly manners of the villagers were replaced by the smiling faces and sincere hospitality of the staffs as
It was a normal surrounding as I stepped into the reception; but that was only until I checked in and showed my way to the villa. A swimming pool with natural green stones was on sight as I walked the steps planted in the green, grassy ground. Yet, what astounded me the most and fully caught my eyes was the way all of the villas are patterned, which somewhat brought me back to my visit to a unique traditional Balinese village called Penglipuran up in Bangli regency. The twin-looking villas are neatly arranged in two rows, separated by a
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I encountered them along the way. The only difference that it made was what I had behind the bamboo fence inside the villa, where the preserved traditional features blended harmoniously with modern comforts. My private tropical garden hosts a hot-water Jacuzzi attached to a little gazebo with comfortable cushions to relax. A covered terrace situated between two bedrooms, cooled by a ceiling fan, includes a dining room table and a lounge area with tropical furniture and a flat-screen satellite TV. Behind the terrace, lies a kitchenette fully equipped with all modern facilities. Other public conveniences such as open-air and garden restaurants, fitness centre, spa, golf facilities, game room, and boutique/gift shop are also on hand – which made my stay even more pleasant. THE MAG
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FOOD REVIEW
K2 Restaurant
Modesty Hits the 'Eat Street'
While more and more, fine and finer establishments of all sorts are swarming up the areas in Bali, with each of the establishments claiming itself to be the finest and the most of this and that, there is this one place in the ‘Eat Street’ of Oberoi standing and pleasing the visitors with its sincere and modest authenticity: K2, a Japanese dining. Only taking a small portion right next to Kaizan, K2 fixes the authentic, home-cooked Japanese delights in a way and atmosphere that know no fuss. Translating the up-scale influences from Kaizan and Ryoshi into a warung concept, K2 provides its customers with a cozy ambiance within minimalist Japanese-styled restaurant complete with all the supporting details like the ornaments displayed on the wall. A bar that can sit more than ten people is also on hand, making it likely for lonely diners to stay comfortable without feeling awkward. For those dining with their partners and/ or friends, K2’s tables are just the thing for they are
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set in an environment where an evening feasting in the recently Bali’s rainy and windy nights could feel so warm. The menu itself is very rich with some of unusual dishes that will please your tongue, tummy, and, most importantly, your wallet! The price at K2 starts from IDR 10,000; seriously, it’s not an easy task these days to find fine quality food for that low value of money. Starting off our night in K2 was the house’s drink signature: Chu-hai. This Japanese vodka “syouchuu” is muddled with soda and fresh juice like lime, strawberry, lyche and many others. Even more unique is the blend with cuba, that is lime, mint and sugar. Served in an oversized glass tankard, Chu-hai is a definite refreshing drink yet not really that overpowering since it is of distilled wheat alcohol. Also, with the alcohol shortage currently hitting Bali, K2 has tactically transformed the many available ‘ingredients’ into what is called “K2’s Arak Festival”. Among others listed on the festival are the “Bloody Made”, “Arak Margarita” and “Happy Ending” in which blends of arak (local alcohol that shares the taste of vodka) create flavorsome cocktails in reasonable prices.
Out of the varied delicacies listed on the menu, we picked Mixed Oden (fish cakes, fried tofu, egg and vegetables in clear Dashi soup), Nira-Tama (omelet with garlic chives), Murasaki Imo Korokke (purple sweet potato croquettes), Volcano Salad (salad with mixed sashimi), Mother Pearl Tempura and Mixed Yakitori (various grills like chicken, pork, beams, asparagus and mushroom on skewers). Again, with such reasonable prices, all of these delicacies are the winners and very satisfying. It’s been only one year since the first time K2 opened its doors for the Seminyak’s food creeper; yet, with the fine food, great price and pleasant setting all wrapped in a humble fashion, looks like K2 will still be pleasing and entertaining its customers for countless time to come.
K2 Restaurant Jl. Laksamana 33 Seminyak Phone : 0361 747 2324 www.barudibali.com/kaizan
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BELIEVE IT OR NOT
Home within a Home
It is not something new to learn that Bali is a land full of mystical things. Even the smallest element like a stone could mean a great deal, especially when it is ‘dwelled’ by the spirits. In other words, the magical and supernatural occasions in the island occur due to the Balinese hospitality towards the beings from the other world. As an instance, each of the Balinese houses is completed with a temple (be it small or big) so that the ‘unseen’ inhabitants could also find their home within the house area.
Each of the Balinese houses is completed with a temple so that the ‘unseen’ inhabitants could also find their home within the house area.
There are stories, from the people who live in houses that don’t have temples, saying that strange happenings like weird sounds coming out of nowhere frequently occurred especially during night times. Apparently, after consulted with the locals who have supernatural knowledge, the sounds came from the wandering spirits in the house. After a temple was built – which is aimed to be the home for the spirits – all the sounds and odd happenings stopped occurring. In other parts of Indonesia, probably also everywhere else in the world, people would tend to get rid of these creatures should any occurs in their house. However, the Balinese are different for they wish so much to live in harmony that they would provide a shelter and even ‘food’ for their unseen ‘housemates’. There is no need to worry, though, as for people who are not sensitive would not notice the existence of these spirits. Actually, it really depends on whether you believe it or not.
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Many signboards in many tourist spots are noticing all the visitors to not take anything and leave nothing but their footprints on site. Well, unfortunately, the statement is half right for there are also a lot more signboards saying “MADE TO ORDER” — yes, in capital letters. This should be a clear sign for everyone reading the boards: step in, make your orders and take them home with you. Anyway, listed below are some of the souvenirs you should take back home with you after spending fabulous times in Bali (with some of them are “made to order” to meet your taste and style).
Bintang T-shirts
You certainly can’t turn a blind eye on this particular object, for it is seen practically on every corner of tourist spot in the island – be it in the shops or stuck on someone’s body. Bali is Bintang and Bintang is Bali! People drink it (the beer) and they wear it (the t-shirt).
Wood Handicraft
Bali is the home of many fine artworks, such as the one made from wood. Talented craftsmen from many regions in the island have proven their skill in creating a wooden piece of art with a careful attention even to the smallest details. Flawless shapes of humans, animals, abstract structures of all sizes and many more can widely be found in the island.
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Iron Handicraft
As popularly known, Bali is a famous tourist destination and have so many talented art workers with their valuable artworks. Iron handicrafts as one of Balinese art worker product such as Candle Holders, Wall Decorations, Room Decorations, Artistic Lamps and more had been popularly known in the entire Indonesia and overseas.
Bali Coffee
Bali Coffee is one way to explore the rich tradition of Bali through the flavorful, freshest and finest local coffee beans. Its distinct characteristics created from beans that are cultivated in the highlands of Bali, where volcanic soil and a cool climate provide a highly favorable environment for the coffee tree would certainly bring the Balinese ambiance into your home. Just close your eyes when drinking it.
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Accessories
Silver Jewelries
Silver jewelry is another hot deal for you to bring back home, provided that the price is cheaper here. But, of course, that’s not only it because… do we really need to say it again? Bali is the home of countless fine artisans whose skills have been recognized overseas. In other words, the island’s silversmiths will guarantee that every piece of the silver beads jewelry meets the finest standard quality.
Surfboard
Surfing is a big deal in Bali and there will be chances when you might end up buying a board yourself. Okay, so you don’t know how surf; that’s not an excuse! Many tourists visiting Bali have zero surfing knowledge; but as they hit the waters on board accompanied by the instructors from surf schools, the addiction would take control. You may be not a professional, but it’s always nice to make your surfboard personal.
Painting of Bali Starling
Bali Starling is a very beautiful bird, not to mention about the endangered state. Its feathers are pure white with black tips on the wing and tail feathers. Their legs are grey, and the bare skin around their brown eyes is blue. The bill has a rich horn color with a yellow tip. Probably the most noticeable feature is the lacy crest of feathers on the head. Both male and female Bali starlings are crested. Since Bali Starling can only be found in Bali, and that it will be a crime to take it out of the island, you might want to take its figure in the form of painting back home.
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You might notice that many of both men and, especially, women have at least one item of the locally made accessories: leather, beads, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and even sandals. Also, you might want to pay a closer inspection in your local fashion or footwear store and reveal many of the stock items are actually manufactured in Bali and other areas in Indonesia. So, while you are here in Bali, why not get a stock of your own to bring back home – not to mention that you have more options to choose from with a lot better prices.
Sarong
Not only highly-skilled in crafting and engraving concrete materials, the Balinese artisans are also talented on cloths like sarong. Many sarongs different embroideries and paintings in many different colors and sizes are spread everywhere in the island to find. The one sunbathing next to you on a Bali beach might use the same sarong as the covering base; but on a beach back home, you’d be the only one looking stunningly different.
Hatten Wine
This is for the sake of old sweet time you spent during your stay
with your beloved ones down in Poppies Lane or any other spots in Bali. Bali might not be a place you’d think of as a wine producing area; but hey, eventually the island has vineyards. What’s important for you to note is that the tropical climate like the one Bali has creates a unique character of the winemaking in the island, which later on will create a distinct character to the wine produced.
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Surfin’ Bali
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IT HAD BEEN QUITE A WHILE since the last time I strolled down
the lanes in Kuta, an area largely known as the Mecca for shoppers, sunbathers, party-goers or even for those who simply adore a
relaxing walk on the beach before finally enjoying the sunset. I’ve
been living on this island for two years now and I’ve developed this idea in my head that Kuta is only for tourists – the cheesy ones,
sorry to say. Yet, a recent visit to the area has reopened my eyes
on how vibrant and exiting Kuta is. I mean, Kuta was a must-visit tourist spot back in the day when I was still a visitor; and I could
clearly remember that on the beach of Kuta, I got my first surfing lesson.
Yep, I didn’t mention it earlier, but Kuta is also the heaven for
surfers. The colorful surfboards lining on the beach have for many
times sparked a different kind of appeal, calling the visitors to give
them a try and ride the waves. This is exactly what made me visited Kuta years back during my first trip to the island. I got the call. And I surfed the waves of Kuta. I was very thrilled. Now I fully realize that the tourists have their own
reasons on why they visit Kuta: shoppers for the ranks of
souvenir shops, sunbathers for the long-stretched white sandy beach, party-goers for the enormous bars and
clubs. I went there for the surf, and would for sure be going there again.
For the love of God, I’m not a cheesy person! And so
aren’t all the others visiting Kuta. Don’t listen to me when I said you, the visitors of Kuta, were cheesy. I
took it back; because, whoever you are visiting Kuta, you rock!!
Colorful surfboards are lining on a shop down in Poppies Lane. Some of
these boards are brought to the beach
for visitors to rent, while the rest will stay at the shop for sale.
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Crash Course Bahasa Indonesia
Bahasa Inondesia is the language spoken through the whole Indonesia. The Balinese speaks Bali language with each other, yet you will be fine with these words and short phrases.
Apa Kabar? How are you?
Tidak/ Ya No/ Yes
Saya mau Nasi Campur I want mixed rice
Baik, terima kasih Fine, thank you
Saya lapar I'm hungry
Dimana hotel? Where is the hotel?
Selamat pagi Good morning
Saya haus I'm thirsty
Kanan / Kiri Right / Left
Selamat siang Good afternoon (before 3 pm)
Ada bir? Do you have beer?
Maaf Sorry
Selamat sore Good afternoon (after 3 pm) Selamat malam Good evening Sampai jumpa lagi See you later ( as in some other time) Sampai nanti See you later (as in later today) Nama saya... My name is... Silahkan Here you go Permisi Excuse me 54
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www.barudibali.com/bali-directory RESTAURANTS Italian Restaurants Il Cielo (MAP1-C5) Jl. Kartika Plaza 172, Kuta phone: +62 361 762 027 www.barudibali.com/il-cielo OSTERIA TELESE - ITALIAN RESTAURANT
Bali Swiss (MAP1-D2) Jl. Raya Patih Jelantik Riverside, Kuta phone: +62 361 769 433 www.barudibali.com/bali-swiss
German Restaurants Café Sendok (MAP1-C2) Jl. Legian 139, Legian phone: +62 (0)361 752 450 www.barudibali.com/cafe-sendok Mama’s (MAP1-C2) Jl. Raya Legian, Legian phone: +62 361 754 831 www.barudibali.com/mamas
Belgian Restaurants - Osteria Telese serves you the true taste of Napels and is voted ‘Best Italian Restaurant’ by the ‘La Gazette’ newspaper Jl. Laksmana, Seminyak phone: 0361 734 566 www.barudibali.com/osteria-telese MAP2-D3 Pandora (MAP2-C2) Jl.Petitenget 85, Petitenget phone: +62 361 7474 637 www.barudibali.com/pandora Papas Café (MAP1-B2) Jalan Pantai Kuta - Legian Bali 1, Kuta phone: +62 361 755 055 www.barudibali.com/papas-cafe Ristorante Italia (MAP2-E5) Legian (Pantai Blue Ocean), Legian phone: 361 755 500 www.barudibali.com/ristorante-italia Rustica Jl. Batu Belig 1, Batu Belig www.barudibali.com/rustica Sasa (MAP2-B4) Jl. Laksmana (Oberoi) 78, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736 638 www.barudibali.com/sasa Trattoria (MAP2-B4) Jl. Laksmana Oberoi, Seminyak phone: +62 361 737082 www.barudibali.com/trattoria Ultimo (MAP2-B4) Jl. Laksmana 104 X, Seminyak phone: +62 0361-738720-21 www.barudibali.com/ultimo Warung Italia (MAP2-F3) Jl. Kunti 6 Seminyak, Bali phone: +62 0361-737 437 www.barudibali.com/warung-italia Zanzibar (MAP2-F3) Jl. Kunti 6 Seminyak, Bali phone: +62 0361- 733 529 www.barudibali.com/warung-italia
Spanish Restaurants La Sal (MAP2-E3) Jl. Drupadi II 100, Seminyak phone: +62 361 738 321 www.barudibali.com/la-sal
Mannekepis Bistro (MAP2-F3) Jl. Raya Seminyak 2, Seminyak phone: +62 361 847 5784 www.barudibali.com/mannekepis
Dutch Restaurants Double Dutch Jl Cemara Semawang 29, Sanur phone: 0361 270 554 www.barudibali.com/double-dutch
Greek Restaurants
Sushi Densha (MAP1-C2) La Walon Centre (behind mamas), Legian phone: +62 361 763616 www.barudibali.com/sushi-densha
Chinese Restaurants Bale Bali (MAP2-F3) Jl. Kunti 48, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 731 www.barudibali.com/bale-bali
Indonesian Restaurants Cabe Rawit (MAP2-F3) Jl. Kunti 8, Seminyak phone: +62 361 7440 995 www.barudibali.com/cabe-rawit
Thai Restaurants Lemongrass (MAP2-F4) Jl. raya Seminyak 37, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736 149 www.barudibali.com/lemongrass
International Restaurants Atmosphere (MAP1-C5) Discovery Mall - Beachside D#36, Kuta phone: +62 361 769 501 www.barudibali.com/atmosphere
Mykonos (MAP2-A4) Jalan Laksmana 52, Seminyak phone: +62 361 733 253 www.barudibali.com/mykonos
Black Canyon Coffee (MAP1-B5) Discovery Mall MG 109- Beach Front, Kuta phone: +62 361 780 7929 www.barudibali.com/black-canyon-coffee
Pantarei (MAP2-F4) Jl. Raya Seminyak 17 A, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 567 www.barudibali.com/pantarei
Blue Ocean (MAP2-E5) Jl. Legian (double 6 beach) #, Legian phone: +62 361 747 2308 www.barudibali.com/blue-ocean
Indian Restaurants Queens Tandoor (MAP2-F3) Jl. Raya Seminyak 73, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 770 Queen’s of India (MAP2-F3) Jl. Raya Seminyak 73, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 770 www.barudibali.com/queens-tandoor
Moroccan Restaurants Khaima (MAP2-A4) Jl. Laksmana 334, Seminyak phone: +62 361 7423925 www.barudibali.com/khaima
Brazilian Restaurants Rio Restaurant (MAP2-F4) Jl. Raya Seminyak 31B, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 685 www.barudibali.com/rio-restaurant
Mexican Restaurants TJ’s (MAP1-C4) Gang Poppies 1 - 24, Kuta phone: +62 361 751 093 www.barudibali.com/tjs
Japanese Restaurants
Café Bali (MAP2-A4) Jl. Laksmana (Oberoi), Seminyak phone: +62 361 736 484 www.barudibali.com/cafe-bali CasCaDes Restaurant Jl. Lanyahan Br Nagi, Ubud phone: +62 361 971 777 www.barudibali.com/cascades-restaurant D La Tinna Jl. Petitenget 110, Petitenget phone: +62 361 746 2873 www.barudibali.com/de-la-tinna-restaurant Di Mare Jl. Bukit Permai 45 Jimbaran phone: +62 361 755 423 www.barudibali.com/di-mare ESC Urban Food Station Jl. Legian 61 Kuta phone: +62 361 755 423 www.barudibali.com/esc Grocer & Grind (MAP2-D2) Jl. Kayu Jati 3x, Seminyak phone: 0361 730418 www.barudibali.com/grocer-and-grind JP’s Warung Club (MAP2-F3) Jl. Dhyana Pura 6, Seminyak phone: 0361 731 622 www.barudibali.com/jps
Dahana Restaurant (MAP2-D2) Jl. Petitenget 98X, Petitenget phone: +62 361 730 131 www.barudibali.com/dahana
Kopi Bali House Pertokoan Graha Niaga Sanur No.4 Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 405E, Sanur Phone: +62 361 270 990-92 www.barudibali.com/kopi-bali-house
Fresh Sushi Lounge (MAP2-D3) Jl. Laskmana (Oberoi) 18 phone: +62 361 736834 www.barudibali.com/fresh-sushi-lounge
La Casa (MAP2-F5) Jl. Werkudara 25, Legian phone: 0361 751 822 www.barudibali.com/la-casan
The Flying Piano (MAP2-F5) Jln. Werkudara X, Legian phone: 0361 761 389 www.barudibali.com/the-flying-piano
Kaizan (MAP2-A4) Jl. Laksmana 33 (Oberoi), Seminyak phone: +62 361 747 2324 www.barudibali.com/kaizan
Lestari (MAP2-D1) Jl. Umalas Lestari, Umalas Stable 9-X phone: +62 361 792 6375 www.barudibali.com/lestari-restaurant
Yut’z Place (MAP2-F5) Jl. Werkudara 521, Legian phone: +62 81 239 51454 www.barudibali.com/yutz-place
Ryoshi (MAP2-F4) Jl. Raya Seminyak 17, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731 152 www.barudibali.com/ryoshi
NeNo Restaurant (MAP2-D1) Jl. Petitenget 2-X phone: +62 361 910 3003 www.barudibali.com/neno-restaurant
Triana (MAP3-D4) Jl. Danau Tamblingan 108 phone: +62 361 288 438 www.barudibali.com/triana
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Nine Restaurant (MAP2-F5) Jl. Werkudara -Legian phone: +62 361 762 297 www.barudibali.com/nine-restaurant Nyomans Beergarden Jl. Pantai Mengiat X, Nusa Dua phone: +62 361 775 746 www.barudibali.com/nyomans-beergarden Piccadilly Jl. Danau Tamblingan 27, Sanur phone: +62 361 289 138 www.barudibali.com/piccadilly Rumours (MAP2-B4) Jl. Laksmana 1, Seminyak phone: +62 361 738 720 www.barudibali.com/rumours Sailfin (MAP1-C4) Jl. Pantai Kuta 1, Kuta phone: 0361 760 068 www.barudibali.com/sailfin Sendok Restaurant (MAP1-C4) Jl. Singhosari 55, Kuta phone: +62 361 765 119 www.barudibali.com/sendok-restaurant Street Café Jl. Danau Tamblingan 21, Sanur phone: +62 361 289 259 www.barudibali.com/street-cafe The Junction (MAP2-A4) Jl. Laksmana (Oberoi), Seminyak phone: +62 361 735 610 www.barudibali.com/the-junction The Red Soup Jl By Pass Ngurah Rai Pertokoan, Kuta phone: +62 361 764 442 www.barudibali.com/the-red-soup Venue @ The Moon (MAP2-C2) Jl. Petitenget kerobokan 2001 X Kerobokan phone: +62 361 730629 www.barudibali.com/venue-at-the-moon Waroeng Bonita (MAP2-C2) Jl. Petitenget 2000x Petitenget phone: +62 361 731918 www.barudibali.com/waroeng-bonita
PROPERTY Property Agents Asian Estates & Investments (MAP2-D3) Jl. Laksmana 156A, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 578 www.barudibali.com/asian-estates-investments Bali Beach Garden Projects Jl Raya Singaraja Seririt 15, Lovina phone: 081338075888 www.barudibali.com/bali-beach-garden Bali Property Point (MAP2-D1) Jl. Petitenget 11/1c Kerobokan phone: +62 361 863 0202 www.barudibali.com/bali-property-point Bali Realtor (MAP1-D5) Pertokoan Puri Alit Blok 9, Tuban phone: + 62 361 744 5252 www.barudibali.com/bali-realtor Bali Top Property (MAP1-C5) Jl. Kartika Plaza 6 - 7, Kuta phone: +62 361 765 201 www.barudibali.com/bali-top-property Bali Villa Worldwide (MAP2-D3) Jl. Laksmana 3B, Seminyak phone: 0361 732 013 www.barudibali.com/bali-villa-worldwide Elite Havens (MAP2-D3) Jalan Raya Banjar Semer 883, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731074 www.barudibali.com/elite-havens Horizon Property Jl. Raya Seminyak 151a phone: +62 361 733016 www.barudibali.com/horizon-property
Karma Developments (MAP1-B5) Jalan Kartika Plaza, No. 90 A & B - Kuta, phone: +62 361 8475475 www.barudibali.com/karma-developments MC2 Tropical Property (MAP2-C4) Jalan Drupadi 1, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736733 www.barudibali.com/mc2-property Paradise Property Bali (MAP2-B4) Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai Junction, Nusa Dua Jl. Laksmana, Seminyak phone: +62 361 77 35 40 www.barudibali.com/paradise-property-bali
Bali Treetop Kebun Raya Eka Karya, Bedugul phone: +62 361 8520 680 www.barudibali.com/bali-treetop
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Roy Weston (MAP1-D1) Jl. Raya Dewi Sri / Sunset Road 16, Kuta phone: +62 361 747 308 8 www.barudibali.com/roy-weston
Jl. Arjuna Blue Ocean, Seminyak phone: 0361 735858 www.barudibali.com/rip-curl MAP2-E5
Xclusive Property (MAP2-F2) Jl. Sunset Road 10X, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 8475955 www.barudibali.com/xclusive-property
Villa Management BHM Villas (MAP2-D3) Jl. Raya Semer 883, Canggu phone: +62 361 730668 www.barudibali.com/bhm-villas
Property for Sale Panorama (MAP2-C4) Jl Drupadi 1, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736733 www.barudibali.com/panorama Paradise Property Jl. Laksmana 156A, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732 578 www.barudibali.com/paradise-property
ACTIVITIES Diving & Snorkling Absolute Scuba Jl Tambligan 27C, Sanur phone: +62 0361 282 664 www.barudibali.com/absolute-scuba Atlantis International Jl. By Pass Ngurah 350, Sanur phone: +62 361 284 312 www.barudibali.com/atlantis-international Bali Diving Academy Jl. Danau Tamblingan 51, Sanur phone: +62 361 270252 www.barudibali.com/bali-dive-academy Pigmy Bali Diving Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 99, Jimbaran phone: +62 361778962 www.barudibali.com/pigmy-bali-diving Scuba Indonesia Jl. Danau Tamblingan 89, Sanur phone: +62 81 338 675 803 www.barudibali.com/scuba-indonesia Scuba Seraya Resort Desa Tukad Dabu, Tulamben, Kubu, Karangasem phone: +62 361 283 922 www.barudibali.com/scuba-seraya-resort Tauch Terminal Jl. Danau Tamblingan X No 31, Jimbaran phone: +62 361 774504 www.barudibali.com/tauch-terminal
Extreme
Family Bali Safari and Marine Park Jl. Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra Km 19 Gianyar phone: +62 361 950 000 www.barudibali.com/bali-safari-and-marinepark Waterbom Jl. Kartika Tuban phone: +62 361 755 676 www.barudibali.com/waterbom
Exercise Bali Bootcamp Seminyak Beach - Near La lucciola phone: +62 361 862 9372 www.barudibali.com/bali-bootcamp
CHARITY Monte Monfore - Swimming for charity Kuta Centre X, Kuta phone: +62 81 805 357 797 www.barudibali.com/monte-monfore
BUSINESSES Architecture BALI ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
Bali Architecture & Construction -With a good reputation, BAC provides services in designing, constructing, renovating and interior designing of residencesJl. Petitenget 6X, Kuta 80361 Bali Phone : +62 361 735780 www.barudibali.com/bali-architectureconstruction
Security Services Bali Security Services (MAP2-F2) Jl. Sunset Blvd 27, Seminyak phone: +62 361 744 7046 www.barudibali.com/bali-security-services
AJ Hackett Bungy (MAP2-E4) Double Six Club, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731144 www.barudibali.com/aj-hackett-bungy
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www.barudibali.com/bali-directory BUSINESSES Consultants Amparos Law Firm Jl. Danau Buyan / 6 Point bld 3rd Floor 74, Sanur phone: +62 361 289670 www.barudibali.com/amparos-law-firm Bali Mode (MAP1-C1) Jl. Sriwijaya 7, Legian phone: +62 361 765 162 www.barudibali.com/bali-mode Channel1 (MAP2-E2) Jl. Sunset Road 100 X, Kuta phone: +62 361 780 4047 www.barudibali.com/channel1 Soeminar Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 110 Graha Fortuna 2nd floor Tuban phone: +62 361 801 4521 www.barudibali.com/soeminar
Export - Import Bali Prefab Jl. Pemelisan (close to Makro) 8X, Sanur phone: +62 361 781 7098 www.barudibali.com/bali-prefab Bali Style Sourcing Jl. Pula Sari 258 phone: +6281 338 220551 www.barudibali.com/bali-style-sourcing CAS Cargo Bali Jl. Ngurah Rai 109X, Denpasar phone: + 62 361 720 525 www.barudibali.com/cas-cargo-bali
EDUCATION
TRAVEL Air Air Bali (MAP1-E4) Dewa Ruci Building 100X, Kuta phone: +62 361 767 466 www.barudibali.com/air-bali
Sea Bali Spa Cruise Jl .Tukad Badung XXIV/7 Denpasar phone: Phone: +62 361 856 2905 www.barudibali.com/bali-spa-cruise Ombak Biru Jl.Setiabudi - Kuta Poleng D-7 phone: +62 361766 269 www.barudibali.com/ombak-biru Ombak Putih Jl.Setiabudi - Kuta Poleng D-7 phone: +62 361766 269 www.barudibali.com/ombak-biru Sea Trek Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 245, Sanur phone: +62 361283358 www.barudibali.com/sea-trek
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Circe Trading (MAP2-E3) Jl. Drupadi 10, Seminyak phone: +62 361 737705 www.barudibali.com/circe-trading
Auto Bagus (MAP1-A1) Tukad Balian 888, Renon phone: +62 361 722222 www.barudibali.com/auto-bagus
Export Service Centre Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 461, Sanur phone: +62 361 720 606 www.barudibali.com/export-service-centre
Island Biker Tours Jalan Tujung Mekar 7 X, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 847 5332 www.barudibali.com/island-biker-tours
Hammock (MAP2-E1) Jl. Petitenget 22, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 742 1475 www.barudibali.com/hammock
Surya Bali Car Rental (MAP2-G4) Jl. Nakula - Gang Baik-Baik 10x, Seminyak phone: 0361 733199 www.barudibali.com/surya-bali-car-rental
Leo Trading Jl. Kunti 1-6 Seminyak phone: +62 81 933 058 369 www.barudibali.com/leo-trading
Internet Provider Global Extreme Jl. Raya Kerobokan Br. Semer 388 X - B Phone: +62 361 736 811 www.barudibali.com/global-extreme
Property Maintenance Hunian Kita (MAP2-E1) Jl. Raya Kerobokan 16 Z, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 730 543 www.barudibali.com/hunian-kita
HOSPITALS & CARE BIMC Hospital Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 100 X -Kuta +62 361 761 263 www.barudibali.com/bimc-hospital International SOS (MAP1-E4) Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai 505 X, Kuta phone: +62 361 720 100 www.barudibali.com/international-sos Kasih Ibu Hospital Bali Jl. Teuku Umar 120, Denpasar phone: +62-361 223036 www.barudibali.com/kasih-ibu-hospital-bali
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AMOARAS SPA
Sunrise School Jl. Merthasari Br. Pengubengan Kauh, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 735 825 www.barudibali.com/sunrise-school
Waka Land Cruise Jl. Padang Kartika 5X, Denpasar phone: +62 361 426972 www.barudibali.com/waka-land-cruise
Travel Organizers Island Promotions Bali (MAP1-C4) Poppies Lane 1 No.12, Kuta phone: 0361 753241 www.barudibali.com/island-promotions-bali
RELAXATION Spas & Salons ARC Anti-aging Beauty Clinic (MAP1-E4) Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No 1, Kuta phone: +62 361 767 543 www.barudibali.com/arc-clinic Bodyworks Spa (MAP2-C2) Jl. Kayu Jati - Petitenget 2, Seminyak phone: +62 361 733 317 www.barudibali.com/bodyworks-spa Briella Spa (MAP2-F5) Jl. Werkudara 526 B, Seminyak phone: +62 361 7987 660 www.barudibali.com/briella-spa
- Built in the same style as a Balinese village, the Amoaras Spa is a collection of 6 exquisitely decorated villas with own private garden and professional therapists - Bring this add and get 20% off Jl. Laksamana 57, Oberoi, Seminyak Square phone: (+62-361) 734 260 www.barudibali.com/amoaras-spa Chill Reflexology at The Villas (MAP2-F3) Jl. Kunti 118X, Seminyak phone: +62 361 734701 www.barudibali.com/chill House of David Salon (MAP1-E2) Jl. Boulevard Sunset Road Blok A8, Kuta phone: +62 361 767 632 www.barudibali.com/house-of-david Prana Spa at The Villas (MAP2-F3) Jalan Kunti 118X, Seminyak phone: +62 361 730840 www.barudibali.com/prana Shinkei Spa (MAP1-C3) Jl. Legian, Ground floor My Room, 60, Kuta phone: +62 361 766 046 www.barudibali.com/shinkei-spa Well Being Spa (MAP2-B4) Jl. Laksmana 66 B Seminyak phone: +62 361 735 573 www.barudibali.com/well-being-spa
INTERIOR Antiques & Furniture Bali Antique Shop (MAP2-F3) Jl. raya seminyak 34, Seminyak phone: +62 8191 66 388 09 www.barudibali.com/bali-antique-shop D sign (MAP2-D3) Jl. Oberoi 18, Seminyak phone: +62 361 743 7771 www.barudibali.com/d-sign Dewata International Jati Jl. Anggungan Br. Umah Anyar Desa Anggungan Luk-Luk, Sempidi, Kec. Mengwi, Denpasar phone: +62 361 426 482 www.barudibali.com/dewata-international-jati Gecko Furniture (MAP2-E1) jl Raya Kerobokan opposite B, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 751386 www.barudibali.com/gecko Hishem Furniture Jl Sunset Road 86c Kuta phone: +62 361 737441 www.barudibali.com/hishem H+R Expositions (MAP2-C4) Jl. Laksmana (Oberoi) 12 X, Seminyak phone: +62 361 780 4046 www.barudibali.com/hr-expositions TheZire (MAP1-D1) Jl. Dewi Sri 21, Kuta phone: +62 361 755 431 www.barudibali.com/thezire WhyNot Shop (MAP1-A1) Jl. Nakula, Kuta phone: +62 361 499001 www.barudibali.com/whynot-shop
LIO COLLECTION - WHOLESALE & RETAIL
- Lio Collection offers Top Quality in- and outdoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Elegant Lighting, Eglectic Artworks and more. Jl. Raya Kerobokan 2 - Kerobokan phone: 0361 7800 942 www.barudibali.com/lio-collection MAP2-E1
Interior Design Gill Wilson (GW) Interiors Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 296 phone: +62 361 270 030 www.barudibali.com/gw-interiors
Lighting Alabaster Lighting (MAP1-A1) Istana Kuta Gal. Block Valet 1 - no.9 phone: +62 361 769 007 www.barudibali.com/alabaster-lighting
SHOPPING Art & Galleries Joe Kennedy Photography Jl. Danau Tamblingan 51 D, Sanur phone: +62 361 282 339 www.barudibali.com/joe-kennedy-photography
Wholesale Lio Collection (MAP2-E1) Jl. Raya Kerobokan 2, Kuta phone: +62 361 7800 942 www.barudibali.com/lio-collection
Bintang Supermarket (MAP2-F4) Jl. Raya Seminyak 17, Seminyak phone: +62 361 730552 www.barudibali.com/bintang
Kenz (MAP2-D3) Jl Laksmana (Oberoi) 6 phone: +62 361 737 797 www.barudibali.com/kenz
La Piccola Jl. Tirta Nadi (By Pass Ngurah Rai) 27, Sanur phone: +62 361 747 5844 www.barudibali.com/la-piccola
Nogo Textiles Jl. Danau Tamblingan 104, Sanur phone: +62 361 288 765 www.barudibali.com/nogo-textiles
PT Nestle Indonesia Wisma Nestle lt 5 kav 88, Jakarta phone: +62 21 78836000 www.barudibali.com/nestle PT.Bali Moon Liqueurs Jalan Mertasari 21, Denpasar phone: +62 361 727626 www.barudibali.com/bali-moon-liqueurs Ruths Desserts Sanur - phone: +62 361 286 647 www.barudibali.com/ruths-deserts Tambolaka Natural Tobaccos Pertokoan La Walon Center Jl. Legian, Jl. Benesari, Kuta phone: +62 361 765 941 www.barudibali.com/tambo
Fresh Flowers Surya Florist Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 106, Denpasar phone: +62 361 745 2381 www.barudibali.com/surya-florist Martha Florist (MAP2-E2) Jl. Raya Kerobokan No. 135, Kuta phone: +62 361 733 072 www.barudibali.com/martha-florist
Fortunate (4TUNE8) DVD (MAP1-C1) Padma Street 1, Kuta phone: +62 361 757784 www.barudibali.com/fortunate-dvd
Clothing dejong mens fashion (MAP2-F3) Jl. Raya Seminyak 35, Seminyak phone: 0361 732 107 www.barudibali.com/dejong-mens-fashion
Redline Merchandising (MAP2-F5) Jl. Sahadewa 1, Legian phone: +62 361 765 232 www.barudibali.com/redline
Dragonfly Blue (MAP2-F2) Jl. Raya seminyak 34X, Seminyak phone: + 62 361 739372 www.barudibali.com/dragonfly-blue CHILE BOUTIQUE - FASHION & ACCESSORIES
St. Isidor (MAP2-C4) Jl. Laksamana 44, Oberoi phone: +62 361 738 836 www.barudibali.com/isidor Tas Merah Desa Abuan, Kecamatan Susut Kabupaten phone: +62 366 92222 www.barudibali.com/tas-merah
Food/Drinks & Supplies BALI DELI - GOURMET SUPERMARKET
Jl. Kunti 117X, Seminyak phone: 0361 738 686 www.barudibali.com/bali-deli MAP2-F3
Long John Silver (MAP2-D3) Jl. Laksmana Oberoi 150, Seminyak phone: +62 361 856 3192 www.barudibali.com/long-john-silver Rabia (MAP2-F3) Jl. Raya Seminyak 10, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731 035 www.barudibali.com/rabia Onyx Boutique (MAP2-E4) Jl. Double Six No. 50 Legian Kaja- Kuta Phone: +62 361 746 1595 www.barudibali.com/onyx-boutique FACE 2 FACE PHOTO ENGRAVING
- Get your photos precisely engraved on a wide selection of gold and silver jewelriesJl. Pulau Serangan I/III 3 Denpasar, Bali Phone: +62 361 244423 www.photoengraving-f2f.com www.barudibali.com/f2f-photo-engraving
ACCOMODATION Hotels Alam Anda Jl. Danau Tamblingan X No 31, Jimbaran phone: +62 361 774399 www.barudibali.com/alam-anda Bali Mystique Hotel & Apartments (MAP2-C2) Jalan Petitenget 2000 XX Petitenget phone: +62 361 730 465 www.barudibali.com/bali-mystique
-An intimate collection of unique designs in clothing, bags, and accessories...-
Courtyard Hotel & Apartments (MAP2-F5) Jl. Werkudara (exPura Bagus Taruna) 14, Legian phone: +62 361 750 242 www.barudibali.com/courtyard-apartments-bali
Jl. Lasmana No. 41 Oberoi Phone : +62 361 793 0258 www.barudibali.com/chile-boutique
Etnik Hotel (MAP1-C2) Jl. Melasti gg. Lebak Bena Kuta, Bali phone: +62361 753 266 www.barudibali.com/etnik-hotel
Eat Shop Jl. Poppies II Gang Ronta, Kuta phone: +62 www.barudibali.com/eat-shop-bali
- Bali Deli has created a pioneer supermarket concept which maintains standards of quality for all products and services -
B.E. Mas (MAP2-F4) Jl. Legian Kaja 491, Kuta phone: +62 361 757 711 www.barudibali.com/b-e-mas
Electronics & Entertainment Mac House Bali (MAP1-A2) Jl. Patih Jelantik pm 1/09, Kuta phone: +62 361 769060 www.barudibali.com/mac-house-bali
Maki Billiards Jl. Raya Kerobokan 16-X, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 736 085 www.barudibali.com/maki-billiards
Sari Rambut Desa Abuan, Kecamatan Susut 324, Bangli phone: +62 366 92222 www.barudibali.com/sari-rambut
Jewelry & Accessories Alfi Rahman Bags (MAP2-F3) Jl. Dhyana Pura 5, Seminyak phone: +62 361 730302 www.barudibali.com/alfi-rahman
Funky Princess (MAP2-F4,MAP2-F3, MAP2-F3) 1. Jl. Raya Seminyak 42, Seminyak 2. Jl. Raya Seminyak 34 (Glamstore) 3. Jl. Kunti 119 phone: 0361-766537 barudibali.com/funky-princess Innuendo (MAP2-F3) 1. Jl Raya Seminyak #75H Seminyak, Kuta phone: +62 3617428814 2. Jl Raya Seminyak #47A Seminyak, Kuta phone: +62 361732113 www.barudibali.com/innuendo
Harris Resort Kuta Jl. Raya Pantai Kuta, Kuta phone: +62361 753 868 www.barudibali.com/harris-kuta Harris Resort Tuban Jl. Dewi Sartika Tuban, Kuta phone: +62361 765 255 www.barudibali.com/harris-tuban Santai Bali P.O. Box 116, Denpasar phone: +62 363 23487 www.barudibali.com/santai-bali Spartacvs Hotel (MAP2-C2) Jln. Pura Telaga Waja Petitenget X, Seminyak phone: +62 361 738 944 www.barudibali.com/spartacvs-hotel magazine.barudibali.com Bali Directory
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www.barudibali.com/bali-directory Villa Rentals Cicada (MAP2-C2) Jl. Pura Telaga Waja 1, Seminyak phone: +62 361 862 0805 www.barudibali.com/cicada Danoya Villa (MAP2-C1) Jl. Batu Belig 559, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 735 305 www.barudibali.com/danoya-villa Disini Villa (MAP2-B3) Jl. Mertasari 28, Seminyak phone: +62 361 737537 www.barudibali.com/disini-villa Downtown Villas (MAP2-F4) Jalan Pura Dalem 9-D, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736 464 www.barudibali.com/downtown-villas Cicada (MAP2-C2) Jl. Pura Telaga Waja 1, Seminyak phone: +62 361 862 0805 www.barudibali.com/cicada Danoya Villa (MAP2-C1) Jl. Batu Belig 559, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 735 305 www.barudibali.com/danoya-villa Disini Villa (MAP2-B3) Jl. Mertasari 28, Seminyak phone: +62 361 737537 www.barudibali.com/disini-villa Downtown Villas (MAP2-F4) Jalan Pura Dalem 9-D, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736 464 www.barudibali.com/downtown-villas Karma Jimbaran Karma Developments 23, Jimbaran phone: +62 361 8 475 475 www.barudibali.com/karma-jimbaran KARMA KANDARA - LUXURY PRIVATE VILLAS
- Exclusive holiday residences located at Bali’s most Southern point, for sale and for rent -
Sun Island (MAP2-F4) Jl. Raya Seminyak 188, Seminyak phone: +62 361 733779 www.barudibali.com/sun-island Surya Mas Jl. Raya Legian, Legian Kaja phone: +62 361 753 732 www.barudibali.com/surya-mas-villa The Samaya Jl. Laksmana 1, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731149 www.barudibali.com/samaya Damai Villa Jl. Damai Kaya Putih, Lovina phone: +62 361 736 628 www.barudibali.com/uma-sapna Villa Bugis (MAP2-B4) Jl Laksmana 32, Seminyak phone: +62 362 41008 www.barudibali.com/damai-villa Villa des Indes (MAP2-C3) Jl. Astina Pura 3 Seminyak 80361 phone: +62 361 737 799 www.barudibali.com/villa-des-indes Villa di Bali Jl. Petitenget - Perum. Uma Sari -10 Kerobokan phone: +62 361 8731923 www.barudibali.com/villa-di-bali
Lake Grace Villas (MAP1-D1) Jl. Dewi Sri 26, Kuta phone: +62 361 769 470 www.barudibali.com/lake-grace Lumba Lumba Umalas II Jl. Bumbak Gg P.Buru 3, Umalas phone: +62 85 936 170094 www.barudibali.com/lumba-lumba Meriki (MAP2-E3) Jl. Drupadi 29, Seminyak phone: +62 361 871 9334 www.barudibali.com/meriki Ni Rampe Village Jl. Nelayan Banjar Can, Canggu phone: +62 361 736 433 www.barudibali.com/ni-rampe-village
-Bahiana is a French salsa bar with plenty of coktails and rum based soaked preparations in a festive salsa ambianceJl. Dyana Pura 4 Seminyak phone: +62 361 738 662 www.barudibali.com/bahiana BuGils Bali (MAP2-F3) Jl. Dewi Sartika 1BB, Tuban phone: +62 361 758 322 www.barudibali.com/bugils-bali
Villa Karisa (MAP2-E3) Jl. Drupadi 100X, Seminyak phone: 0361 7445538 www.barudibali.com/villa-karisa
DeJaVu (MAP2-E5) Blue Ocean Beach 7X, Seminyak phone: +62 361 732777 www.barudibali.com/dejavu
Villa Kubu Seminyak (MAP2-G3) Jl. Raya Seminyak Gang Plawa, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731129 www.barudibali.com/villa-kubu
Double Six Club Jl. Double Six, Seminyak phone: +62 361 731 266 www.barudibali.com/double-six-club
Villa Pisang Mas (MAP2-E4) Jl. Werkadura, Gang Bulan 8, Legian phone: +62 361 732 168 www.barudibali.com/villa-pisang-mas
Home Jl. Oberoi 3, Seminyak phone: +62 361 862 0455 www.barudibali.com/home
Vivalavi Jl. Merta Sari - Puri Prisklia 31 X, Kerobokan phone: +62 361 847 6028 www.barudibali.com/vivalavi
Mixwell Bar (MAP2-E4) Jl. Dhyna Pura 6, Seminyak phone: +62 361 736 846 www.barudibali.com/mixwell-bar
THE VILLAS - LUXURY PRIVATE VILLAS
- Our exclusive accommodations offer privacy and luxury with all the conveniences of a full service hotel -
My Room Jl. Legian 60, Kuta phone: +62 361 750 412 www.barudibali.com/my-room Nirvana Club and Restaurant (MAP2-E4) Jl. Dhyana Pura 100 X, Seminyak phone: 0361 8550 995 www.barudibali.com/nirvana-club-bali Ocean Beach Club Jl. Pantai Kuta- Kuta www.barudibali.com/ocean-beach-club
Jl. Kunti 118x, Seminyak phone: 0361 730840 www.barudibali.com/the-villas MAP2-F3
Posers Pub (MAP1-B1) Jl. Padma Corner Pad, Legian phone: +62 361 www.barudibali.com/posers-pub
ENTERTAINMENT
Skygarden (MAP1-C3) Jl. Legian 61, Kuta phone: + 62 361 755 423 www.barudibali.com/skygarden
Event Organisers CAM Entertainment (MAP1-A2) Istana Kuta Galeria Block Techno 8, Kuta phone: +62 361 769 154 www.barudibali.com/cam-entertainment bali
Live Music Obsesion (MAP2-E4) Jl. Dhyana Pura X, Seminyak phone: +62 361 730269 www.barudibali.com/obsesion
Sitara Padi Villas (MAP2-B1) Jl. Bumbak Kauh 1, Canggu phone: +62 361 7800838 www.barudibali.com/sitara-padi-villas
Zappaz (MAP2-A4) Jl. Oberoi 54 B, Seminyak phone: +62 361 742 5534 www.barudibali.com/zappaz
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BAHIANA - FRENCH SALSA BAR
Crusoes (MAP1-C3) Jl. Legian Close to M, Legian phone: +62 361 www.barudibali.com/crusoes
Sesari Jalan Pangkung Sari 23, Seminyak phone: +62 361 730533 www.barudibali.com/sesari
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Nightlife / Bars
Villa Indah Pragina Jl. Pantai Pererenan Canggu Mengwi www.barudibali.com/villa-indah-pragina
Jl. Bukit Perma, Jimbaran phone: 0361 708 800 www.barudibali.com/karma-kandara Kembali Villas (MAP2-D3) Jalan Sari Dewi 14A, Seminyak phone: +62 361 737300 www.barudibali.com/kembali-villas
Family Life Canggu Club (MAP2-B1) Jl. Pantai Berawa 1, Canggu phone: +62 361 844 6385 www.barudibali.com/canggu-club
Storm Beer / The Office (MAP1-A2) Jl. Patih Jelantik 3A, Kuta phone: +62 361 769233 www.barudibali.com/storm-beer
WEDDING Wedding Organisers Elite Events (MAP2-D3) Jl. Laksmana phone: 0361 www.barudibali.com/elite-events
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Additional Bali Information (A to Z) A
25 Amed
12 Batubulan
Amed is one of the Bali’s best-kept secrets that hosts some of the island’s enchanting beaches. With not much is going on for the nightlife, Amed is a perfect destination for families and the more mature travelers.
Batubulan is located on the border of Denpasar & Gianyar. It is known as the home of stone sculptures. The craftsmen can make up your order and arrange to ship it to your home address. Candi Dasa beach
24 Amlapura
14 Celuk
Amlapura is the main town in Karangasem Regency. It hosts some of the island’s enchanting attractions such as the Tirta Gangga (the Water Palace).
Celuk, in the sub-district of Sukawati, is renowned for its gold and silver crafting.
Batubulan
36 Bedugul Bedugul is a village located in the mountainous area connecting north and south Bali.
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10 Denpasar
Denpasar is the capital of Bali, with an estimated of 500,000 people of different backgrounds live in the area. A number of Bali’s notable museums is located in Denpasar.
28 Besakih Temple Amlapura - Tirta Gangga
45 Asahduren (clove plantation) Asahduren Clove Plantation is located 20 km inland from Negara. It offers the beautiful sight from the greenery of clove plantations.
Besakih is the most important, sacred temple in Bali. Known as the Mother Temple, Besakih provides spectacular views of the natural surroundings.
Denpasar - War Monument
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47 Bali Barat National Park Bali Barat National Park lies at the western side of Bali and occupies an estimated 10% of Bali’s total land area. The park is the last refuge of one of the most endangered birds of the world: the Bali Starling.
13 Bali Bird Park Bali Bird Park provides a home to almost 1000 birds of 250 different species. Here you can find the largest and finest collection of Indonesian birds in the world plus fantastic birds from Africa & South America.
29 Bangli Bangli offers beautiful views of Mount and Lake Batur. Situated hundreds of meters above the sea level, the breeze in Bangli is cool and very fresh.
44 Banjar Banjar is a worth visit place to watch cockfights and Brahma Vihara Arama, Bali’s only Buddhist monastery. You can as well bathe at the Banjar’s hot springs during your visit there.
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18 Gianyar
Pura Besakih - Mother Temple
39 Blahmantung Waterfall Blahmantung Waterfall is located in the Pupuan area of Tabanan. This part of Bali is very fertile and recieves a lot of rain. You can swim here, or at least go for a soak in the shallow water.
37 Botanical Gardens Eka Karya Botanical Garden in Bedugul was founded in 1959 and is the youngest yet the largest of the four Indonesian botanical gardens.
34 Butterfly Park The Butterfly Park is located 7 km from Tabanan on the way to Panebel. It is the biggest butterfly park in Asia and it’s perfect to relax with the family.
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22 Candi Dasa
Candi Dasa is a fishing village which currently is undergoing rapid tourist developments. Candi Dasa is considered as a hassle-free destination.
Gianyar is the regency famous for artistic and high culture. As a tourism area, Gianyar has beautiful natural views like mountains and coasts.
48 Gilimanuk Gilimanuk is the main port for traffic from Bali to Java and vice versa. Gilimanuk can be reached by heading west from Negara, or west through the National Park from Singaraja.
40 Gitgit Located on a busy road 11km south of Singaraja, Gitgit is the most visited waterfall in Bali.
15 Goa Gajah Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave comes outstanding with the shape of its entrance: a skillfully carved depiction entangling leaves, rocks, animals, ocean waves and demonic human shapes running from the gaping mouth.
3 Nusa Dua Nusa Dua is known as the home of large international 5-star resorts. Many beautiful beaches with quieter atmosphere can be found in this area. Goa Gajah
20 Goa Lawah Goa Lawah is inhibited by thousands of bats hanging down on the ceiling and flying around. It is also the home of one of the most scared temples in Bali, Pura Goa Lawah.
Kuta - Poppies Lane
51 Nusa Ceningan Nusa Ceningan offers many tourist attractions such as cockfighting and the unique seaweed farming.
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30 Lake Batur
Lake Batur is the biggest lake in Bali. It lies down in the feet of Mount Batur and Mount Abang.
50 Nusa Lembongan Nusa Lembongan is a small island located 20 km off the east coast of Bali. The island is known as a virgin island with crystal-clear waters.
49 Nusa Menjangan
Goa Lawah
2 Garuda Wisnu Kencana GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana) is a cultural park and a landmark with gigantic statue (still under construction) of Vishnu sitting on his ride, which is half man half Garuda bird.
Lake Batur
38 Lake Bratan Lake Bratan is located in Bedugul and is the second largest lake in Bali. Bratan offers stunning view of Pura Ulun Danu temple that solemnly guards the lake.
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31 Kintamani
Kintamani is the village which is also considered as the best spot to view the beauty of Mount and Lake Batur.
19 Klungkung Klungkung holds a special place in Bali’s history and culture. As artistic centers, the palaces wherein the Kings of Klungkung and noblemen patronized and developed the styles of music, drama and the fine arts that flourish today.
7 Kuta Kuta is the most celebrated area in Bali. The beach area is also known as the center of nightlife activities and a shopping Mecca with its lines of shops, boutiques and galleries.
50 Nusa Penida The main attraction in Nusa Penida lies on the chance to see turtles, sharks, and reefs in crystal-clear visibility.
6 Nusa Serangan (Turtle Island)
4 Jimbaran
Jimbaran is a fishing village which also houses some of the finest luxury hotels in the world. The beaches of Jimbaran are cluttered with seafood restaurants, where you can dine with your feet on the sand.
Nusa Menjangan is a small island in the northwestern off the Bali Barat National Park. Only a limited number of divers are allowed to visit the island daily. All dive sites are only a short boat trip away.
The main attraction in Nusa Penida lies on the chance to see turtles, sharks, and reefs in crystal-clear visibility. Lake Bratan - Ulun Danu temple
2 Lovina Lovina is located on the north shore of Bali. This area is famous with its morning dolphin trip.
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27 Mount Agung
Mount Agung is Bali’s highest and holiest mountain as it is believed that the mountain is the home of the Gods. Bali’s most sacred temple, the Mother Temple of Besakih, sits on its slope.
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21 Padangbai
Padangbai is a small fishing village in East Bali. It offers the visitors with some of Bali’s most beautiful white sandy beaches.
17 Petulu Petulu is a heaven for photographers who love the nature shots. Petulu provides awesome bird watching activity, where around 6000 egrets live around the area.
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46 Negara
Negara is mainly known as the place to see Makepung or the Bull Race. This area is rarely visited by tourists, while it actually also offers a glimpse of the real Bali.
Petulu - Bird watching
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33 Sangeh Monkey Forest
Sangeh Monkey Forest is located in the southwestern Bali. The main attractions here are the monkeys inhabiting both the trees and the temple. Tanah Lot
5 Tanjung Benoa
Sangeh Monkey Forest
9 Sanur Sanur is one Bali’s largest traditional villages and is also an established tourist area. It is known as the best spot to watch the sun rises in its calm white sandy beach.
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Tanjung Benoa is a scenic area full of coconut palms. It is one of the perfect spots for water sports with no shortage of shops catering to marine sports enthusiasts.
32 Tegallalang Tegallalang is a major area for handicraft production in Bali. There are several businesses in this area, but they are not visible to the passing tourists. The view here on the rice paddies is amazing.
26 Tulamben
Seminyak is one of Bali’s top tourist resorts with its natural appeal and great collections of fine restaurants. It also houses many of nice places to stay (hotels and villas).
Tulamben is nowadays considered as Bali’s most famous diving spot that contains a stunningly diverse underwater ecosystem.
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Located 1km out of Lovina town, Sing Sing Waterfall is perfect for people who wish to see a waterfall and do not want to deviate far from the main road.
41 Singaraja Singaraja was the capital of Bali before Denpasar. It was Bali’s main port during the Dutch occupation and still retains colonial feel, especially with its clean, quiet and distinct culture.
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35 Tabanan
The regency of Tabanan is the home of the dramatic temple of Tanah Lot, which probably is known as the most photographed temple in Bali.
11 Tanah Lot Tanah Lot, one of the most popular places of interest in Bali, is located in the Tabanan Regency. It is the home of a dramatic oceanfront Hindu temple, which is one of the main temples in the worship of Balinese Gods.
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- That a woman who is having her period, is not allowed to enter the temple. - That a priest is very important, so whenever he is praying, don’t sit higher then him and don’t bother him with your flash from your camera. - That you should also not take flashing pictures of other people praying. - To wear a sarong and a ribbon when you attend a ceremony (those are often provided to you when necessary). - To not walk in front of a praying person.
Some Facts about Bali:
16 Ubud
Ubud is largely known as a remarkable center of fine arts, dance and music. The spectacular views of green paddy terraces makes Ubud as one of the most visited areas in Bali.
23 Ujung Water Palace Taman Ujung or also known as the Ujung Water Palace was built in 1919 by the late King of Karangasem, I Gusti Bagus Jelantik, to welcome and serve important guests and Kings from other country.
1 Uluwatu Uluwatu is known for its breathtaking cliff views, with its spectacular temple overlooking the clear blue water of the ocean below. Plenty of monkeys inhibit the area. Kecak dance is also regularly performed in Uluwatu’s amphitheatre.
Uluwatu - Kecak dance
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- To respect the place and its people: it is sacred, so do not make noise or damages and act normal.
Bali is one of the tens of thousands islands in the Indonesian archipelago that lies between the country’s most populated island, Java, and Lombok. It is also one of the country’s most developed provinces with the capital in Denpasar, located on the southern part of the island. Bali is divided into 8 regencies (Badung, Bangli, Buleleng, Gianyar, Jembrana, Karangasem, Klungkung and Tabanan) and 1 city (Denpasar). Unlike most of the Muslimmajority Indonesia, around 94% out of Bali’s 3 million population adhere to Balinese Hinduism, which is a combination of the existing local beliefs and Hindu influences. As the main tourist destination in Indonesia, Bali is renowned for its highly developed arts, including music, dance, sculpture, painting, metalworking and leather. The island is also the home of wildlife such as hundreds of bird species (including the endangered Bali Starling), Indian Muntjac, Mouse-deer, Leopard Cat, Black Giant Squirrel, and several species of macaque and leaf monkey.
The island’s countless natural irresistible charms have awarded Bali as one of the world’s most visited holiday destination. With its tropical climate (temperatures averaging 31 degrees Celsius, 88 fahrenheit), Bali is warm all year round – which is perfect to explore its smoking volcanoes, stepped rice fields, remote beaches, towering cliffs, famous surf breaks and the majestic thousandyear-old temples. The hospitable and friendly natives of the Balinese and their way of life are by many considered as a magnet, inspiring those who have been in the island to go back again and those who have not to come.
Bargaining in Bali 1. No matter how much the vendors give as the opening price, you have to bargain for as much as half (or even less) of the price. 2. It is better for you to go to the shop that has everything: t-shirts, shorts, wood handicrafts, etc. By doing a one-stop shopping, which means you will buy quite a lot, it is easier for you to get a bigger discount. 3. Since there are ranges of shops offering pretty much the same things, you can always walk away from one shop to another if a deal cannot be reached. But walk slowly. Normally, if you offer a reasonable price on a bargain, in which the vendor can still make some profits and the price is good for you, the vendor would call you back to his/ her shop as you walk away. 4. Try not to be not so apparent that you really want the thing you are looking at on a shop; the vendors are not stupid and can smell your desire, thus will take the advantage by putting the price high. 5. Tell the vendor that if he/she gives you a good price, than you will tell your other friends to shop from him/her. 6. Know the martket prices, or, pretend you do. By saying “I’ve seen this product before much cheaper” will probably lead to a cheaper price. 7. Have fun and stay friendly. Bargaining is part of the culture and it should be a fun activity.
Surfspots in Bali A Medewi Medewi is a perfect fun wave for all surfers. Come early to avoid onshore winds. The swell is generally smaller than at Kuta spots. B Balian Balian gets some swells and is a quiet place in north Bali. Its location that is close to the main road makes surfers can easily access this place. C Canggu & Pererenan Canggu and Pererenan are places that most surfers will know about, with their larger than Kuta swells, sandy beach and not much else. Canggu however is becoming better known in tourist and expat circles. D Kuta Reef Kuta Reef is an exposed reef break that is often working. May – October (Dry Season) is the best time of year for waves here. E Belangan The reef in Belangan is close to shore and a short paddle out. Belangan is a very well-known break and can get very crowded in the peak season. F Dreamland Dreamland is famous for its waves that can peel perfectly for hundreds of meters over the reef. The waves are also reserved for expert surfers only. Swimming here is advisable only on low tide. G Bingin Bingin gets very crowded through the peak season with only one small take off area. The wave itself is pretty mechanical, but short.
K Uluwatu There are 4 different sections at Uluwatu: 1. Temples which is a long and hollow wave that works on the mid to high tide. 2. The Peak right in front of the warungs in line with the cave also best on the high tide. 3. Racetrack is a super fast with a barrel that works on the low tide, but gets seriously shallow. 4. Outside Corner is considered by many to be one of the best waves anywhere in the world. The corner won’t even start to break unless the swell is at least in the 8’ range. L Nyang-Nyang Nyang Nyang beach is known as one of great spot to surf in Bali. Hiding from the crowd of the people plus big and huge wave makes this beach like a secret paradise for the surfer. M Green Bali Green Ball is situated at the bottom of a cliff. No worries going down but after you have been surfing for a couple of hours the return leg is a bit harder. N Nusa Dua To get to this reef you have to drive in to the town itself and then weave your way south, there are a couple of other good waves in this area also, so it pays to do a bit of exploring. O Sri Lanka North of Nusa Dua is Sri Lanka, a bowly right, which breaks into a deep water channel. P Sanur Reef Sanur Reef is a sheltered reef break that only works once in a while. November - April (Wet Season) provides optimum time of year for the waves.
H Lebih The surf break in Lebih is greatly affected by direction of the swell.
Q Padang Galak Padang Galak is a reliable rivermouth beach break north of Sanur. The surf break is quite popular here, but only works under certain conditions.
I Impossibles Impossibles is the least crowded surfing area in Bali. It is located between Bingin and Padang Padang, so if you are at either of those two places you can see what is happening at Impossibles.
R Ketewel The surfing crowd at Ketewel usually consists of locals and Japanese, including girls on body boards. Ketewel seemed like a place beginners/intermediates might enjoy, not people looking for epic surfing.
J Padang Padang Padang Padang only starts to work when a big swell is running. It is of an easy paddle out through the channel.
S Padang Bai Padang Bai has the flat bottomed mixed reef and sandy bottom with some walls. magazine.barudibali.com Bali Information
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