Honeymoon in Bali, known for its surf-pounded coastline,
powdery white beaches, rollicking nightlife and thrilling nightspots, and
last, but not the least, glorious culture. Drench yourself in the joys of
Bali in the company of your soulmate. Bali has an emerald green hinterland
of rice paddies dominated by volcanic peaks. View all this beauty and soak
in the intriguing cultural wealth of Bali.
Location
Bali, lying 3.2kms of east of Java, is an island in Indonesia
Bali Travel Attractions
While having
honeymoon in Bali, you can enjoy all these
travel attractions.
Beaches
If you like to enjoy with crowds, the place for you is Kuta. But if you
like holidaying in seclusion, head for Sanur. The palm fringed beaches of
Bali having smooth sand have perpetually attracted tourists from all over
the world. The serene atmosphere early morning when you can view the rising
sun from the beach would fascinate your heart. For budgetry and low-hassle
beach vacation, head for Lovina.
All major festivals in Kuta take place on beach. These are celebrated by
the locals with pomp and splendour. Most action in Kuta is in and around
beaches. Kuta and its neighboring places, Legian and Seminyak offer gorgeous
white-sand beaches, endless horizons and blue-green water. 5km long beach of
Sanur has more than enough space for everyone.
Museums of Ubud
Museums of Ubud call those who are interested in rich history of
Bali. Blanco Renaissance Museum is representative of the Balinese notion of
the three levels where gods, humans and demons reside. A pair of stone
dragons keep vigil on the museum and the estate includes an amphitheatre,
family temple, a gift shop and a cafe.
Museum Puri Lukisan showcases paintings by early Ubud artists and the
contemporary community of artists who evolved their own style. Traditional
style paintings are also displayed here. Neka Art Museum holds an eclectic
collection that represents different art movements of Bali. Photography
Archive Centre has black-and-white photos of Bali in the 1930s and 40s. Most
stunning among these are life-size Balinese shrines covered with gilt.
Adventure
Bali can help you climb high on adrenaline chart.
Honeymoon in
Bali offers dives at some of the most brilliant sites in Asia. East
coast of Bali has the best options for first time dives in Bali. Tulamben
Bay off the north-east coast is the site where USS Liberty had sunk during
WW II. You can also get highly popular coral diving here. Beaches of Bali
are nice for water sports like surfing and boogeying.
Parks and Gardens
Bali has several national parks that house myraid species of animals,
birds, marine life and butterflies. While your
honeymoon in Bali,
view these creatures and get imprssed by vivid colors. Walking through
threse parks is a refreshing experience. In Bali marine park, you can so
many interesting sea creatures. Variety and color of these living beings
would enchant you.
Ubud
In Ubud, you can see an art gallery in every street corner. Whole day can
be well spent browsing through these galleries. These are usually open from
9am to 6pm. Some more known art galleries among these are Neka Art Gallery,
Agung Rai Gallery, and Seniwati Gallery of Art by Women.
Balinese Dances
Balinese dances, having much resemblance with Indian forms, are known for
their intricate and elaborate rituals. Attending a Balinese dance
performance is a understanding experience for every visitor. Stunning
costumes, precise hand movements, enthusiasm of audience and wonderfully
theatrical stories are some features of Balinese dances. Kecak, based on the
Ramayana, is a popular Balinese dance. Another popular dances are barong,
rangda and legong.
Monkey Forest
Monkey Forest, located south of Ubud, is the home of Balinese macaques.
Walk along the paved highways and see the monkeys in their natural home.
Hundreds of them would share the path with you. Have yourself photographed
at Pura Bukit Sari, a moss-carpeted temple, with some monkey in the
backdrop. Enjoy fire and kecak dances in front of the temple.
Entertainment/Nightlife
Enjoy nightlife in Bali for free. Surprised? Best way to enjoy a night in
Bali is long barefoot walk by the sea beneath starry skies. However, there
is other kind of nightlife in Bali too, and it comes with money. This
nightlife is boisterous, and lived in bars and clubs. Many of these are open
till early morning. Small bars with cheap beer, and ultra trendy clubs with
bouncers, both are available here.
Shopping
Keep enough room with yourself for you have to take plenty of things back
from Bali. Rainsticks, djembe drums, Balinese silver jewelry, aromatic Kopi
Bali, carved Javanese garudas sarongs, coconut shell sarong ties. All these
can serve as interesting souvenirs. You can shop in frantic street markets,
art galleries, street side stores and boutiques.
