Looking for Art, Nature, Culture and Adventure in Bali? Look no Further than Ubud
Article by Exotissimo Traveler
It may be hard, but let’s step away from Bali’s beaches for a little bit. Situated amongst the green glowing rice paddies and steep valleys in the central foothills of the island lies the ever so charming Ubud. If you are an art aficionado, then this is where you need to go. We’ve already mentioned the gorgeous rice fields. Nature lovers, this is where you need to be as well. In other words, you cannot miss Ubud if you are in Bali.
Once you step foot into this town (or a collection of villages), you can’t help but be overwhelmed with the art! Everything from canvas paintings, sculptures and the outright imaginative work are all on display. Some must-see galleries include The Blanco Renaissance Museum (which is dedicated to the artist Antonio Blanco), ARMA Museum (one of the best permanent collections of Balinese and Indonesian paintings) and Tiliem Gallery (known for its fine wood carving collection). Art also includes performances, so this is where you will see the best of the best Barong dances, Pura Dalem performances and shadow puppeting.
Nearby is Monkey Forest. Yes, you guessed right, it is a forest park filled with monkeys. More than 300 of our relatives live there and in addition, about 115 species of trees call the park home. Be careful though. Bringing food or anything edible into the reserve is asking for trouble. These little guys will just snatch them from you. And you better give it to them, otherwise they’ll be aggressive.
And now to a more sinister and disturbing cultural site. Why do we say that? Well, if you look at it and walk through its entrance, you’ll see why. This is the Elephant Cave, a 9th century sanctuary featuring stuff from your nightmares! Menacing beasts, creatures and demons decorate the place (for lack of a better word). And the entrance? A mouth of one of these evil beings.
The area surrounding Ubud is also home to diverse landscapes, ideal for an adventurous Bali tour. Whether it is trekking, rafting or cycling you’ll definitely get your fair share of thrills and adventure. Once you’re done with that, you may want to reward yourself by basking in the always tempting Balinese beaches. Find out more with our Indonesia and Bali tours.
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Bali Beach Hotels- Dream homes in the lap of nature
Article by Mahendrasingh singh
Blessed with natural bounteousness, Bali- a nature’s paradise is dream destination for several romantic hearts. Bali beaches are excellent places to soak your body in the natural beauty and to indulge in the varied water sports activities. Stretch yourself along the sandy beaches or visit the century old temples and the shrines. Explore all these and a lot more during your stay in the Bali Beach Hotels.
There are several beaches in Bali that offer numerous accommodation options. The Sansur Beach, one of the most popular beaches is an excellent site to watch the sun rise. There are many luxurious resorts and hotels along the entire stretch of white sand. The Inna Grand Bali Beach is a renowned 5-star hotel. The Inna Sindhu Beach Hotel is a nice place to experience the traditional hospitality of the land. Some other resorts and hotels that are nestled in this area are La Taverna Bali Hotel, Mercure Resort Sanur Bali, theParigata Spa Villas and others. Situated under the cool shade of the palm trees, these hotels and resorts offer excellent range of facilities.
The bali Beach hotels of the Kuta and the Legian area are also excellent. The place offers you the excitement and the thrill that you may look forward during your holiday. All the hotels located in the Kuta beach cater to the needs and the taste of discerning guests. Spend your days and nights in the charming ambiance of the hotel. Located along the entire stretch there are a good number of accommodation options which include both luxurious resorts and moderately priced hotels. Indonesia is also famous for its traditional massages. There is an array of hotels which specialize in these massages.Some of the best hotels of Bali Beaches are also located in Nusa Dua which has impressed travelers with its white sandy beaches, crystal clear water and lush greenery. It is of the top destinations of the world for surfers and water sport lovers which have transformed it into one of the most flourishing cities of the country. There are a few international hotels like Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort, Novotel Nusa Dua Bali Hotel & Residences, The Bale Nusa Dua Bali and others.
The beach of Legian is also popular among the tourists. There are several good value-for-money hotels in this region. To meet the needs of the travelers, especially the leisure ones, there are a number of hotels in the Soka and the Lovina beach.
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AsiaRooms.com provides detailed information on the varied facilities and amenities offered by the Bali Beach Hotels.
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