Things to do in and around Bali Kuta Beach area

When you are staying in the Bali Kuta beach area you can easily keep yourself busy from early in the morning till late in the night. While things start a bit later than in other Balinese villages, slowly after 8 in the morning things start to wake up again...

Between the hustle and bustle of the big streets where most shops are found, there are many other attractions that will provide you with unforgettable experiences.

Kuta and the neighbouring villages are mostly famous for its beaches and surfing. Early in the morning surf boards are placed up right in the sand while Balinese surf instructors wait for their pupils who want to try to catch their first waves.

If you want to see more than just Kuta itself, you can easily reach other places that are only a few kilometres away.

Just a short drive away you can pay a visit to the popular temples, other gorgeous beaches and interesting museums.

After the beautiful sunset there are still many things to do in Kuta, Legian and Seminyak. Clubs and bars offer great entertainment every night of the week, you will probably never want to go home again...

Swimming: If surfing is not on your list of things-to-do, the soft beach offers a beautiful spot to sun bath, swim and to watch the dark red-yellow sunset that Bali’s west coast is so famous for.

However before jumping in the sea for a swim look left and right first. Don’t go in when the red flags on the beach are visible.

I once ignored it which resulted in restaurant staff and sellers on the beach screaming at me to get out. I on the other hand was enjoying myself too much to even notice their panicked looking faces...

Only when I was out of the water did I understand why the people were yelling. Unfortunately many swimmers have drowned after being pulled down by the strong currents.

Surfing: Most of the licensed surf schools swear that you can stand on the surfboard after one lesson...if not, they will offer one extra lesson for free. Or you can choose a Balinese surfer at the beach who will show you how it should be done. Experienced surfers can go wild and crazy here too. Read here about my first surf lesson...

Waterbom Bali: If you don’t feel like going to the beach, check out the Waterbom Bali. People from young till old can spend the whole day at this water park rushing down the exciting water slides, jumping in different pools or just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful tropical setting and spas.

Sling Shot Bali Kuta Beach: Not far from the Waterbom Bali at Jl Kartika Plaza there is even a possibility to be shot up in the air by the Sling Shot. This is a quick way to see the Bali Kuta beach area from above...I have seen many taking a seat in the metal round cage...still smiling happily. But once they were shot into the air I could hear them screaming their lungs out.

Shopping: Everywhere you look there are shops. Most shops sell souvenirs and clothing at bargain prices. Along the Poppies I and II you can find many stalls that sell clothing, souvenirs, fake DVD’s, paintings, second-hand books, jewellery and much more. But there are also shops which sell quality materials where you probably find yourself flashing the credit card too many times ;-)

Spas in the Bali Kuta beach area: Another relaxing daytime activity is visiting a spa. There is a wide range of spas that offer you massages, foot reflexology and other tantalising beauty treatments.

You can choose from the basic beauty parlours along the streets of Poppies I and II or you can indulge yourself into the more luxurious spas which offer various exotic massages and flower-petal milk baths.

However once on the beach you don’t always have to look far for a massage...

Large numbers of masseurs are eager to pinch you with their strong hands while you enjoy the warmth of the sun at the same time.

Party all night long: There are several bars and nightclubs where you can have fun and dance 7 days a week with live-bands and world-famous DJ's. Most of them are located on Jalan Legian, Jalan Kartika Plaza and Jalan Pantai Kuta...


AJ Hacket Bungy Jumping Tower: Another thrilling experience is in Legian on Jalan Double Six where you can do some bungy-jumping at the AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping Tower. This is an international company that maintains high safety standards. So at least you can worry about other things when you are standing on the edge looking over the Indian Ocean.

Island of the Big Lion

No one knows why this Langkawi island is called "Island of the Big Lion" - the island does not has any physical resemblance of a lion at all. Limestone outcrops are prominent on the north eastern part of the island.

Pulau Singa Besar is located about 17km from Kuah, nestled between the smaller island of Pulau Beras Basah to the west and Pulau Dayang Bunting to the east. The sedimentary rocks on this island are reputed to be among the oldest in Malaysia going back 500 million years. The flora and fauna here differ greatly form that on the mainland, with lush abundance of the Diptherocarp, kelubi and cycas.

This island is a wildlife sanctuary where you can find lizards, mouse deer, macaques, eagles and hornbills roam freely. Wooden walkways and paths have been delineated on the islands shores for for you to trek around the island which normally takes about 8 hours.

At low tide, parts of the coral bed of Pulau Singa Besar is exposed. Although rich in coral beds, some of the reefs are dead due to muddy sediments brought by currents from the Straits of Malacca. However, there are also signs of coral regeneration in some places.

You can have a picnic on the pristine beaches and enjoy swimming in the surrounding waters. There are no hotels or chalets on this island but you are allowed to camp here. However, you'll have to bring along your own tents and camping equipment if you wish to spend the night on the Big Lion of Langkawi islands.

Pantai Tanjung Rhu - Tanjung Rhu Beach

Tanjung Rhu is one of Langkawi best beaches. This beautiful beach fringed with tall casuarina trees is located 22 km away from Kuah - on the northernmost tip of Langkawi island. During low tide, you can actually walk across a sandy stretch to the rocky outcrop of Pulau Chabang. There are also a number of caves as well as mangrove swamp that you can explore nearby.

Tanjung Rhu is safely sheltered by the curve of the bay. The water is shallow and calmly blue. This beautiful secluded bay of white sand is constantly caressed by the gentle breeze blowing in from the vast Indian Ocean.

You can hire a boat to cruise around the islands. There is also the Tanjung Rhu Riding Centre which offers equestrian sports. The exclusive Tanjung Rhu Resort, set on its edge is one of the resorts on this bay.

Balinese dancings

The teacher and her pupils during the lessons for Balinese dancings . It's now late in the evening just before sunset .

Barong dancer - Puri Dalem Temple Ubud

Barong dancer - Puri Dalem Temple Ubud

Lights Travelling With London Underground

The London Underground is a metro system serving a large part of Greater London and neighbouring areas of Essex, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire in England, and is both the world's oldest underground railway and the oldest rapid transit system.
The earlier lines of the present London Underground network, which were built by various private companies, became part of an integrated transport system (which excluded the main line railways) in 1933 with the creation of the London Passenger Transport Board (LPTB), more commonly known by its shortened name: "London Transport".
Since 2003 LUL has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL), the statutory corporation responsible for most aspects of the transport system in Greater London, which is run by a board and a commissioner appointed by the Mayor of London.

The Underground has been featured in many movies and television shows, including Sliding Doors, Tube Tales and Neverwhere. The London Underground Film Office handles over 100 requests per month. The Underground has also featured in music such as The Jam's "Down in the Tube Station at Midnight" and in literature such as the graphic novel V for Vendetta. Popular legends about the Underground being haunted persist to this day.
The Underground currently sponsors and contributes to the arts via its Platform for Art and Poems on the Underground projects. Poster and billboard space (and in the case of Gloucester Road tube station, an entire disused platform) is given over to artwork and poetry to "create an environment for positive impact and to enhance and enrich the journeys of ... passengers".[

The London Underground's 11 lines are the Bakerloo line, Central line, Circle line, District line, Hammersmith & City line, Jubilee line, Metropolitan line, Northern line, Piccadilly line, Victoria line, and Waterloo & City line. Until 2007 there was a twelfth line, the East London line, but this has closed for conversion work and will be transferred to the London Overground when it reopens in 2010.

Tana Toraja, South Sulawesi-Land of The Heavenly Kings

The road from Makassar or Ujung Pandand to Toraja runs along the coast for about 130 km's and then hits the mountains. After the entrance to Tana Toraja you enter a majestic landscape with giant gray, granites and stones and blue mountains at a distance after passing the market village of Mebali. They form a sharp contrast with the lively green of the fertile, rain-fed terraces and the rusty read of the tropical laterite soil. This is Tana Toraja, one of the most splendid areas in Indonesia.

Tana Toraja has a specific and unique funeral ceremony which is called Rambu Solo. In Tana Toraja, dead body is not buried, but it is put in Tongkonan for several times, even can be more than ten years until the family have enough money to held the ceremony. After ceremony, the dead body is brought to the cave or to the wall of the mountain. The skulls show us that the dead body is not buried but just put on stone or ground, or put in the hole.The funeral festival season begins when the last rice has been harvested, usually in late June or July, and lasts through to September.

• By Air
  Directly from Hasanuddin airport, Makassar or Ujung Pandang, proceed to TANA TORAJA (twice a week on tuesday and friday) through the airport of Rantetayo, near Makle, 24 km south of Rantepao and there is a bus service to town.

• By Land
  Buses to Rantepao from Ujung Pandang leave daily from Ujung Pandang. The journey takes 8 hours and includes a meal stop. Tickets should be bought in town but coaches actually leave from DAYA bus terminal, 20 minutes out of town by bemo. Coaches typically leave in the morning ( 7 am ), noon ( 1 pm ) and at night ( 7 pm).
  Several companies in Rantepao run buses back to Ujung Pandang with the departure time and prices. The number of buses each day depends on the number of passengers.

Tourist who wants to stay in the heart of the city has many choices since there is lot of hotels available. Or if you had an adventurous soul, you can sleep in villages on the way.

Bemo is the best way to get to know the locals, besides chartered vehicles (minibuses and Jeeps) with or without driver. While you are in the village you can take a walk to move around.

• Exploring the market; You should not to be missed going to the traditional market. Here you can get the top end of Toraja coffee beans [like Robusta and Arabica]. And several local veggies, fruits Tamarella or Terong Belanda and gold fish [ikan mas].
• Visit Batu Tumonga Plateu; It means stone that facing to the sky. From here can be seen many volcanic stones comes up in between padi fields. And, several giant stones became cave graveyard. The views is pretty awesome. The huge of Tana Toraja [Toraja land] looks so lush and greenery. Like a patchwork in gradation hue of green color
• Palawa is an excellent village to visit a Tongkonan, or a burial place still swarming with celebrations and festivals.
• Take a side trip from Rantepao to Kete, a traditional village with excellent handicraft shops. Behind the village on a hillside is a grave site with lifesize statues guarding over old coffins

Most of the times, you can't eat at these locations; however more warung and restaurants appear along the road. You can also bring your own foods and drinks.

There is a souvenirs shop where you can buy everything specific from Tana Toraja. There are clothes, bags, wallets and other handicrafts.

• Visitor are expected to adhere to local dress customs and to bring a token present, such as cigarettes or coffee whenever entered Tongkonan.
• As roads are not always paved, it is necessary to use a jeep or walk, even when the weather is good (between May and October).
• Beware with your head whenever going inside to Tongkonan, The Torajan traditional house.
• Enrekang, Makale and Toraja Higland are surrounded by astonishing volcanic rocky cliffs. Do not miss it , just stop and take picture for awhile and you will not regret.

Bali Vacation Travel : Bali villas

Bali villas rental have established a consistency in credibility as holiday clients globally return and pass along to their friends the joys of a holiday vacation or honeymoon stay in "Bali villas".

Today, the "Bali private villas" as a family holiday vacation and luxuy honeymoon concept has expanded and tailored it's services to a broader and more unique vacation market place. Bali private villas with its luxury holiday services has become a required holiday accommdation for family or honeymooners, as investors worldwide see the rewards in Bali villas due to the incredible rate of ascending tourism vacation numbers. The concept of owning your own villa in Bali or being part of a Private Destination Resort on the paradise island of Bali has become very attractive.

Some of Bali's where most of private villa in Bali are build are Jimbaran, Seminyak, Oberoi, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Canggu, Umalas, Tanah Lot, and Ubud.
Some of our Bali luxury villas are located several minutes away from the fashionable shops, world-class restaurants like Ku De Ta, Warisan, La lucciola and vibrant nightspots of Seminyak, some of them located near the Nirwana Golf Course, one of the best golf courses iln Asia; and close to Tanah Lot, Bali’s most dramatic and venerated sea temple.

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Bali Vacation Travel : Villas in Jimbaran Bali

Jimbaran as an administrative entity part of Kuta. and encompasses the area just of Bali’s international airport. Most of jimbaran’s 12,000 inhabitants live in a cluster of traditional battier neighborhoods at the narrowest part of the isthmus, but the Jimbaran area also includes the sparsely populated nort est corner of the Bukit plateau.
The Bukit’s most famous landmark in Jimbaran is Pura Luhur Uluwatu, an exquisite monument situated on a headland at the westernmost tip of the Peninsula. The carvings which decorate the temple are very well preserved in comparison to many of Bali’s temples, due to the extremely hard, dark gray coral stone used in its construction.

Uluwatu was reputedly built by the architect-priest Mpu Kuturan around the 11th century as one of the six major sad kahyangan territorial temples of the island. The reformer priest Pedanda Wawu Rauh, rebuilt it in its present state in the 16th century. He is said to have attained his moksa (release from earthly desires) here. The temple is home to a small colony of monkeys who have caused some damage to the temple over the years, but still retain their status as sitting tenants.

Bali : An Island of Oriental Horizon

Are you bored and you do not have a place to go to? Tired of the same spots that you see within your community? Do you want to try other locations with great spots and with exotic sceneries? Then you really have to try getting out somewhere that you can discover another side of the earth. A place where you can experience the color of the sky and the splash of cold waters with the touch of exotic food and culture that will definitely relax your eyes and will make you feel that you really made the right choice in your vacation. There are too many spots in the world, but one of the greatest islands that the earth has is an island in the Southeast Asia. In the country of Indonesia, you will find an island that is known for its extra ordinary scenery and its exotic island feature will definitely give you another dimension. This is a place that every Indonesian is proud of. This is the island of Bali.

Bali is a small island in Indonesia that is globally known for the spots it offers and in addition to that, is there wonderful customer service that is really admirable and should be a world standard. They have these different techniques in serving their tourist that will really feel that they are accommodated and the people there is really giving their full pledge service to the tourist. You will never feel out casted because the people there are willing to help and assist you in your needs and your queries. But these are just additional points that you will get when travel to Bali because the most important factor in that place is really the one of a kind scenery that you can not resist.

This is comparable to the most spots to the world but you can not say which is better because they have their own beauty. In case of the Bali Island, you can experience the beach with an awesome splash of waters to the sand level and the world's famous villas and hotels that serves oriental foods and dishes that will surely give your tongue a new taste. Aside from that, you will also learn their culture as it is apparent in the way of living of almost all of the natives there. You will get a sneak peek on what is the life in Bali Island as you witnessed in the way of living of the native people there.

So, what are you waiting for? Now that you know that travel to Bali can definitely take your thirst away in your travel experience, better pack your things and make your own expedition towards the island of Bali. It is definitely sure that all your effort and money will not go to nothing because your experience in that island is comparable and priceless that you can treasure forever in your memory. And no one can take that memory away from you. The precious experience will remain yours forever and no amount of money can pay that.

source : http://www.101islands.com

Cambodia Happy Travel : Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia. Its a great city still undergoing lots of development with lots of places to visit and sights to see as the city is divided into two banks of the river. Getting into Phnom Penh is easy via direct flights from all the major neighbouring cities like Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and others.

In the last five years especially, the number of businesses and restaurants catering to tourists has exploded, and Phnom Penh offers just about anything a much larger and more developed capital could. Phnom Penh is also the stop-over point for many tourists venturing to the northern town of Siem Reap which is the gateway town to Angkor Wat.

The main sights in town include Wat Phnom from where you have great views over the city, the Silver Pagoda in the Royal Palace complex, where you can see the emerald Buddha and a Buddha made of solid gold. The National Museum is also worth a visit. Other sights include the Phnom Temple, the Orchid Garden, the central market and a 15th-century pagoda or you can take a boat ride on the Mekong River to see the floating villages and a crocodile farm.
On The Riverfront, take a romantic stroll or cycle along Phnom Penh's Sithowath Quay to enjoy the breeze and the view of the busy life of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers. The water level varies greatly depending upon what time of the year you visit and is at it’s highest at the end of the rainy season in October. The sunrise can be spectacular over the river in front of the Royal Palace. There are also regular 2-hour cruises during the day which are particularly pleasant if combined with lunch or dinner and sunset on board a cruising restaurant.

You should try and visit at least one traditional market while you are in Phnom Penh. The two best known are The Russian Market and the Central Market. The Russian Market is not so centrally located but is the best for souvenirs, curious and silks and the vendors seem more realistic in their expectations. The 1935 art deco-style Central Market is architecturally interesting but is geared almost entirely to the tourist who doesn’t have time to venture further afield and the vendors are most aggressive. More exclusive shopping can be found along Streets 178 and 240 where there are a number of elegant boutiques and galleries displaying contemporary Cambodian art, fine silks and sculptures.

There is a host of fine dining opportunities in Phnom Penh. Most restaurants, ranging from small, family run affairs to 5-star luxury venues offer excellent traditional Khmer cuisine and this should not be forgotten when faced with the plethora of western food delights on offer in the city. Given Cambodia’s history and relationship with France, it is not surprising to find that some of the most elegant venues are French, with food and wine reflecting that relationship. There are a number of excellent Chinese restaurants in Phnom Penh, ranging from places near the Central Market offering noodles and dumplings for $1 a plate to the fine dining experience offered at the Inter Continental Hotel. There are a number of Dutch, Australian and American style restaurants around the city if your favourites include steak, burgers, chips and salads. For lovers of Mediterranean-style food should seek out the streets lining and just behind Sisawoth Quay offer a variety of styles to suit every budget.
Whether its a snack, a casual meal or a bedtime dessert, Phnom Penh's fine bakeries beckon. The traditional French baguette is available on virtually every street corner. A large expatriate community ensures that in more sophisticated (and expensive) venues, you can purchase wonderful baked delights such as muffins, croissants, pastries, doughnuts, cakes and tarts.

Phnom Penh is the heart of the Cambodia's nightlife. Providing a good balance of fun and safety it's a pleasant change from the hectic Bangkok scene. The recent explosion of bars in the city offers greater choice than ever before. In the late evening though, do take precaution as not to be wondering in the alleys and out of town areas unless escorted.

Last but not least, do ensure that you bring along enough US currency as it is widely used in the capital for almost everything including fees for visiting places of interests to dining.

Some of the major attractions are:

• Independence Monument
• National Museum
• Royal Palace and ‘Silver Pagoda’
• Wat Phnom
• Choeung Ek Memorial (The Killing Fields)
• Toul Sleng Genocide Museum
• The River Front
• Central Market
• Russian Market
• Old Market

Introduction to The Taj Mahal

The Taj Mahal is arguably one of the most incredible manmade constructions in the world. It’s located in Agra, which is in the north central part of Indian, on the right part of the Humana River. Known for its symmetry, the Taj Mahal sits on a raised platform surrounded by four minarets. Inside are delicate mosaic works and marble walls decorated with intricate patterns of inlaid precious stones. The Taj seems to glow in the light of the full moon. On a foggy morning, the visitors experience the Taj as if suspended when viewed from across the Jamuna river.

Taj Mahal Facts

The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum (a large tomb). It was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his favourite wife Empress Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. So great was the Shah Jahan’s love for his wife Mumtaz, that he ordered the building of the most beautiful mausoleum on Earth for her, The Taj Mahal.

• The construction documents show that its master architect was Ustad ‘Isa, the renowned Islamic architect of his time.
• The Taj stands on a raised, square platform (186 x 186 feet) with its four corners truncated, forming an unequal octagon. The architectural design uses the interlocking arabesque concept, in which each element stands on its own and perfectly integrates with the main structure.
• The tomb stands on its own marble base, which rests on a red sandstone platform. Four tall pillars, 138 ft each, rise up from the corners of the white marble base are topped with eight windowed cupolas. This has been made to replicate throne of God in paradise. Directly below the dome rests Mumtaz Mahal’s tomb, which is centrally lined with the main entrance. Besides Mumtaz Mahal’s tomb is the tomb of Shahjahan. The tomb of Shahjahan was not actually intended to be there but Aurangzeb placed it there, consequently breaking the symmetry.
• The Taj Mahal is generally considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements of Persian, Turkish, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles.
• Construction of the tomb started in 1632, and was completed in 1648. It took 22 years to complete the tomb, and an extra 5 years for the garden, with the help of 20,000 workers. Sculptors, masons, craftsmen, and calligraphers were called from Persia, Ottoman Empire and Europe to work on construction of the Taj.
• The Taj Mahal is built from precious white marbel with dedlicate masiac, with inlaid precious stones. Almost every surface of the entire building has been decorated, and every detail is symmetrical. The mosaic designs are based on three decorative elements- calligrapyh, abtract geonetric and vegetative motifs. The exterior decorations of the Taj Mahal are among the finest to be found in Mughal architecture of any period.
• The Taj Mahal cost 32million rupees to build, which is roughly $1,000,000.
• The tomb initially called “Rauza”. Later, after Mumtaz Mahal passed away, the mausoleum would be called the Taj Mahal, a derivative of the name Mumtaz Mahal.
• The architectural complex of the Taj Mahal comprises of five main elements: the Darwaza or main gateway, the Bageecha or garden, the Masjid or mosque, the Naqqar Khana or rest house, and the Rauza or the Taj Mahal mausoleum.
• The name Taj Mahal when translated means “Crown Palace” or “Crown of the Palace.”
• The Taj Mahal is one of the eight wonders of the world.

Taj Mahal Myths

Taj Mahal Myths

The Taj Mahal comes attached with many myths and legends; whilst many are strongly believed, others are laughed at. There is evidence to suggest that these rumours are based on truth, but nothing is set in stone.

• Many people believe, Shah Jehan had planned to build another Taj Mahal in black marble, which was to be his own tomb on the opposite bank of the River Yamuna and connect the two by a bridge. However, the construction never got started due to conflict with this son’s, which took up most of his time.
• Shah Jehan deemed that no one else should ever copy the masterpice, so he had the master craftsmans hands cut off.
  Some European scholars held the view that the Taj was designed by an Italian – Geronimo Veroneo. This was first suggested by Father Manrique, an Augustinian Friar, who came to Agra in 1640 A.D. to secure the release of Father Antony who had been imprisoned by the Mughals.
• In the early years after the Taj Mahal was built, a long series of cracks in the underground vaults started to emerge. Those cracks were quickly seen to, and patched up. Cracking has been observed at different times since construction; testing in the early 19th Century showed the base of the mausoleum on the northern side of the structure is lower than on the south by 3.5 centimetres. There is some evidence the Taj Mahal is gradually sinking into the Yamuna River.

Taj Mahal Front View

Taj Mahal

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat casts a spell upon all who visit – scientists, photographers, beginner scuba divers as well as crusty sea-salts alike. This organisation of stately islands, located in a northwestern tip of Indonesia’s Papuan “Bird’s Head Seascape,” lies in a heart of a coral triangle, a many bio-diverse sea segment upon earth.

As stunningly pleasing upon top of H2O as it is below, Raja Ampat (which literally translates as “The Four Kings”) has a extraordinary farrago of habitats to explore. Each of these – from a sheer wave-pounded slopes that dump away underneath a karst cliffs of Wayag as well as Uranie to a deep, nutrient-rich bays of Mayalibit, Kabui as well as Aljui to a “blue H2O mangrove” channels of Kofiau as well as Gam to a plankton-rich upwelling areas of Misool as well as a Dampier Strait – have been home to singular assemblages of class that, when taken together, supplement to furnish a many considerable class lists ever gathered for a coral embankment complement of this size.

Marine tourism, as a tolerable pick to overfishing, mining, as well as logging, has a intensity to fool around a pass purpose in a charge of Raja Ampat’s fantastic underwater realm, whilst additionally formulating genuine benefits for a internal communities. This website was written as partial of a incomparable bid to await a expansion of tolerable sea tourism in Raja Ampat as well as a charge of these enchanting islands.

Please try this site to find report upon monumental diving opportunities, transport logistics, Raja Ampat’s brand new tourism opening price (which without delay supports charge as well as village development), as well as a extensive charge bid receiving place in Raja Ampat.

Biodiversity Features in Raja Ampat
and a larger Bird’s Head Seascape

• 1,356 class of embankment fish in a Bird’s Head Seascape
• 1,223 class of embankment fish in Raja Ampat
• 25 class of autochthonous embankment fish found usually in a Birds Head Seascape
• 600 class of tough coral available in a Bird’s Head Seascape
• 75% of all well known coral class in a world
• 10 times a series of tough coral class found in a complete Caribbean
• 57 class of Mantis Shrimp in a Birds Head Seascape
• 13 class of Marine Mammals in a Bird’s Head Seascape
• 5 class of involved sea turtles in a Bird’s Head Seascape

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Menjangan island

This little island off Bali's west coast is known for its beautiful coral reefs found nearby and the wealth of tropical fish inhabiting the waters around it. The island itself including Terima Bay, are by themselves worth a visit because of the beautiful sceneries they offer.

Menjangan island

This little island off Bali's west coast is known for its beautiful coral reefs found nearby and the wealth of tropical fish inhabiting the waters around it. The island itself including Terima Bay, are by themselves worth a visit because of the beautiful sceneries they offer.

Nusa Lembongan (Nusa = Island) is a single of 3 beside islands of Bali

Nusa Lembongan (Nusa = Island) is a single of 3 beside islands of Bali, we estimate twelve miles from south easterly Bali as good as twenty miles from Lombok. The alternative dual islands have been Nusa Penida being a bigger as good as Nusa Ceningan being a smaller. Nusa Lembongan, a tiny island in in in in between Bali as good as Nusa Penida in a Badung Strait, is a undiluted place for a legal holiday hideaway, with couple of visitors as good as primitive unspoilt beaches. Overlooking Sanghiang Bay with a transparent sapphire-blue waters, a Nusa Lembongan Resort offers a breathtaking perspective of eastern Bali as good as a stately conformation of Mount Agung.

Nusa Lembongan is a primitive pleasant island, a top indicate is 50 meters upon top of sea level. Lembongan has an normal rainfall of we estimate 1000 mm per year. Little heat movement from thirty degrees Celsius occurs in in in in between a usually dual seasons this island practice being a soppy as good as a dry. The soppy deteriorate is from Dec to Feb as good as a dry is from Mar to November. As it has usually 3 months of rainfall, this island is dry for a residue of a year. Little civilised world occurs, as roughly 2/3 of a island is infertile. Seeding is routinely finished upon a soppy deteriorate as good as usually corn, cassava as good as peanuts have been farmed. Also found upon a island have been cashew nuts, mangoes as good as coconut. Fresh H2O is singular as good as many of a supply is subsequent from wells up to 60 meters deep.

Nusa Lembongan has multiform thousand locals, intent in seaweed tillage activities as good as portion traveller needs. Similarities to a Bukit Peninsula emanate a still environment, preferred for relaxation.

•Getting to Nusa Lembongan:
Public boats from Sanur beach, withdrawal every day during 8am as good as 10am (90 notation one-way, 35,000rp). Coming behind a boats leave during 7.30am from Jungutbatu.

Perama does a convey from Sanur, withdrawal during 10.30am as good as returning during 8.30am, for 50,000rp. It is probable to licence a in isolation vessel for 300,000rp. For people staying in Kuta, Perama has an bureau about 50 meters prior to a bottom finish of Jl. Legian. Pop in as good as ask about their ultimate schedules as good as rates.

Nusa Lembongan is located upon a Wallace line. Sir Alfred Wallace, a ancestral naturalist who conducted endless studies of this area, dynamic a Wallace line. The Wallace line is still recognized as a biological multiplication in in in in between Middle East as good as Australia/Pacific. Many class of bird, animal as good as flora inland to Australia have been not found West of this line, as a flora as good as fauna upon a west ‘Asian’ side have been not found to a easterly of this line. The sea currents which flue their approach in in in in between these islands have been abounding in macrobiotic hold up which await abounding coral as good as fish hold up in shoal waters surrounding these islands.

Nusa Lembongan (Nusa = Island) is a single of 3 beside islands of Bali

Nusa Lembongan (Nusa = Island) is a single of 3 beside islands of Bali, we estimate twelve miles from south easterly Bali as good as twenty miles from Lombok. The alternative dual islands have been Nusa Penida being a bigger as good as Nusa Ceningan being a smaller. Nusa Lembongan, a tiny island in in in in between Bali as good as Nusa Penida in a Badung Strait, is a undiluted place for a legal holiday hideaway, with couple of visitors as good as primitive unspoilt beaches. Overlooking Sanghiang Bay with a transparent sapphire-blue waters, a Nusa Lembongan Resort offers a breathtaking perspective of eastern Bali as good as a stately conformation of Mount Agung.

Nusa Lembongan is a primitive pleasant island, a top indicate is 50 meters upon top of sea level. Lembongan has an normal rainfall of we estimate 1000 mm per year. Little heat movement from thirty degrees Celsius occurs in in in in between a usually dual seasons this island practice being a soppy as good as a dry. The soppy deteriorate is from Dec to Feb as good as a dry is from Mar to November. As it has usually 3 months of rainfall, this island is dry for a residue of a year. Little civilised world occurs, as roughly 2/3 of a island is infertile. Seeding is routinely finished upon a soppy deteriorate as good as usually corn, cassava as good as peanuts have been farmed. Also found upon a island have been cashew nuts, mangoes as good as coconut. Fresh H2O is singular as good as many of a supply is subsequent from wells up to 60 meters deep.

Nusa Lembongan has multiform thousand locals, intent in seaweed tillage activities as good as portion traveller needs. Similarities to a Bukit Peninsula emanate a still environment, preferred for relaxation.

•Getting to Nusa Lembongan:
Public boats from Sanur beach, withdrawal every day during 8am as good as 10am (90 notation one-way, 35,000rp). Coming behind a boats leave during 7.30am from Jungutbatu.

Perama does a convey from Sanur, withdrawal during 10.30am as good as returning during 8.30am, for 50,000rp. It is probable to licence a in isolation vessel for 300,000rp. For people staying in Kuta, Perama has an bureau about 50 meters prior to a bottom finish of Jl. Legian. Pop in as good as ask about their ultimate schedules as good as rates.

Nusa Lembongan is located upon a Wallace line. Sir Alfred Wallace, a ancestral naturalist who conducted endless studies of this area, dynamic a Wallace line. The Wallace line is still recognized as a biological multiplication in in in in between Middle East as good as Australia/Pacific. Many class of bird, animal as good as flora inland to Australia have been not found West of this line, as a flora as good as fauna upon a west ‘Asian’ side have been not found to a easterly of this line. The sea currents which flue their approach in in in in between these islands have been abounding in macrobiotic hold up which await abounding coral as good as fish hold up in shoal waters surrounding these islands.

aman Mini Indonesia Indah (Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park)

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park) is Indonesia answers request any caller to see a pretentious archipelago in only a single days. Extensive fool around ground to get a demeanour diverseness of Indonesian archipelago, representing twenty-seven provinces of Indonesia as well as a characteristics, reflected many dramatically in a expect informal design of a province. Broad thesis fool around ground set in over 100 hectares upon a hinterland of Jakarta, a Indonesian islands have been practically fool around all of a tiny lake as well as around a lakes, there have been flags. Each is deputy of a flags of any province’s normal architectural character in tiny to a smashing arrangement of informative artefacts as well as exhibitions. In a centerpiece of a fool around ground is a pleasing pond. The formidable is a thought of Mrs. Tien Suharto, Indonesia during a finish of a initial lady.

It additionally has a own orchid grassed area in that hundreds of Indonesian orchid varieties grow. There is additionally a bird fool around ground with a travel in aviary, A fauna notable relic as well as recreational drift with swimming pool as well as restaurants. Special seductiveness here during Taman Mini is a Museum Indonesia. A richly flashy office building in Balinese architecture, houses of � la mode art, qualification as well as normal costumes from opposite regions of a country.

Cultural events as well as internal delicacies from a provinces have been rebuilt regularly, generally during weekends as well as holidays, Indonesia, to uncover a abounding informative heritage. The fool around ground is open 7 days a week, any time to try as well as suffer a views. And if a single days is not sufficient to concede visitors to outlay a night in “Desa Wisata” or “Wisata Remaja” hosting services.

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GIANT REPTILES IN KOMODO ISLAND

You adore adventure? No a single upon vacation Komodo island, this island is located in East Nusa Tenggara Islands, precisely upon a horse opera island of Sumbawa, which have been distant by The Sape.

Known as a strange medium Komodo, Komodo National Park was built as a place for animal charge local Indonesia. In 1986, 6 years after a origination of this garden, UNESCO upheld a Komodo National Park World Heritage Site.

This play ground consists of 3 categorical islands, namely Pulau Komodo, Rinca island as well as Padar island. Komodo dragons have been not usually found here, this play ground is additionally home to during slightest 1000 class of fish, hundreds of coral species, 70 sorts of coral as well as consume plants, fish, sharks, ray fish, whales, dolphins, sea turtle as well as sea cow can additionally be found here.

The state of a healthy island of Komodo is dry as well as dull regions which have it unique. The life of a savanna area, a singular H2O resources as well as a heat is prohibited enough, a medium is a appropriateness of a savage by very old Komodo (veranus komodoensis). To have eyes demeanour open margin with a little papyrus which building to a sky credentials with a array of mountains. Foreign tourists who come job Komodo National Park is’ own universe ‘.

Locations visited mandatory

• Long Liang, categorical opening to a regard of wildlife in a timberland have been singular by a anniversary white silt beach as well as informative tourism.
• Paralyzed beach, Red Beach Loh Bo as well as sebita, you can go diving as well as snorkeling with a Dive emporium facilit

Get Support Komodo Island as a 7 wonders world

How do you select to Komodo Island for 7 spectacle which New World? How is easy, simply open a New7Wonders website, as well as come in in to a menu Vote right away for Komodo National Park.

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The mountain resort of Bedugul

The mountain resort of Bedugul, 18 km north of Denpasar, is known for its excellent golf course. Located besides Lake Bratan, it is surrounded by forested hills. A beautiful sight is the "Ulun Danu" temple which sems to rise out of the lake. The area offers good walks. Boats are available for hire. Water skiing, and parasailing is done as well. The Bali Handara country club has bungalows for rent and a restaurant.

The mountain resort of Bedugul

The mountain resort of Bedugul, 18 km north of Denpasar, is known for its excellent golf course. Located besides Lake Bratan, it is surrounded by forested hills. A beautiful sight is the "Ulun Danu" temple which sems to rise out of the lake. The area offers good walks. Boats are available for hire. Water skiing, and parasailing is done as well. The Bali Handara country club has bungalows for rent and a restaurant.

The centre of Balinese painting, Ubud's Museum "Purl Lukisan"

The centre of Balinese painting, Ubud's Museum "Purl Lukisan" has a permanent collection of modern works of Balinese art dating from the turn of the century. There are also several art galleries and homes of famous artists here, including that of Dutchborn Hans Snel and American Antonio Blanco. The "Young artist" style now popular in Balinese painting was introduced by the Dutch painter Arie Smith. In the past, other foreign painters inspired Balinese artists to adopt western techniques but traditional Balinese paintings are still made and sold another museum called "Neka Museum" has a wide collection of paintings both by Indonesian as well as foreign artists who used to live in Bali. Ubud has several small hotels. Located on a higher altitude with a pleasant climate.

The centre of Balinese painting, Ubud's Museum "Purl Lukisan"

The centre of Balinese painting, Ubud's Museum "Purl Lukisan" has a permanent collection of modern works of Balinese art dating from the turn of the century. There are also several art galleries and homes of famous artists here, including that of Dutchborn Hans Snel and American Antonio Blanco. The "Young artist" style now popular in Balinese painting was introduced by the Dutch painter Arie Smith. In the past, other foreign painters inspired Balinese artists to adopt western techniques but traditional Balinese paintings are still made and sold another museum called "Neka Museum" has a wide collection of paintings both by Indonesian as well as foreign artists who used to live in Bali. Ubud has several small hotels. Located on a higher altitude with a pleasant climate.

THE BARONG DANCE, BALI

Barong is substantially the many good well known dance. It is additionally an additional story revelation dance, narrating the quarrel in between good and evil. This dance is the classical e.g. of Balinese approach of behaving out mythology, ensuing in parable as well as story being blended in to the single reality.

The story goes which Rangda, the mom of Erlangga, the King of Bali in the tenth century, was cursed by Erlangga’s father since she used black magic. After she became the widow, she summoned all the immorality intoxicating beverage in the jungle, the leaks as well as the demons, to come after Erlangga. A quarrel occurred, though she as well as her black sorcery infantry were as well clever which Erlangga had to ask for the assistance of Barong. Barong came with Erlangga’s soldiers, as well as quarrel ensued. Rangda casted the spell which done Erlangga soldiers all longed for to kill themselves, indicating their tainted keris in to their own stomachs as well as chests. Barong casted the spell which incited their physique resistant to the pointy keris. At the end, Barong won, as well as Rangda ran away.

Somebody can die or get severely harmed in the Barong dance. It is pronounced which if Rangda’s spell is as well strong, the diseased infantryman might not be means to conflict it, even with the assistance of Barong. He might finish up spiteful himself with his own keris.

The masks of Barong as well as Rangda have been deliberate dedicated items, as well as prior to they have been brought out, the clergyman contingency be benefaction to suggest blessings by trace them with holy H2O taken from Mount Agung, as well as offerrings contingency be presented.

THE BARONG DANCE, BALI

Barong is substantially the many good well known dance. It is additionally an additional story revelation dance, narrating the quarrel in between good and evil. This dance is the classical e.g. of Balinese approach of behaving out mythology, ensuing in parable as well as story being blended in to the single reality.

The story goes which Rangda, the mom of Erlangga, the King of Bali in the tenth century, was cursed by Erlangga’s father since she used black magic. After she became the widow, she summoned all the immorality intoxicating beverage in the jungle, the leaks as well as the demons, to come after Erlangga. A quarrel occurred, though she as well as her black sorcery infantry were as well clever which Erlangga had to ask for the assistance of Barong. Barong came with Erlangga’s soldiers, as well as quarrel ensued. Rangda casted the spell which done Erlangga soldiers all longed for to kill themselves, indicating their tainted keris in to their own stomachs as well as chests. Barong casted the spell which incited their physique resistant to the pointy keris. At the end, Barong won, as well as Rangda ran away.

Somebody can die or get severely harmed in the Barong dance. It is pronounced which if Rangda’s spell is as well strong, the diseased infantryman might not be means to conflict it, even with the assistance of Barong. He might finish up spiteful himself with his own keris.

The masks of Barong as well as Rangda have been deliberate dedicated items, as well as prior to they have been brought out, the clergyman contingency be benefaction to suggest blessings by trace them with holy H2O taken from Mount Agung, as well as offerrings contingency be presented.

THE BARONG DANCE, BALI

Barong is substantially the many good well known dance. It is additionally an additional story revelation dance, narrating the quarrel in between good and evil. This dance is the classical e.g. of Balinese approach of behaving out mythology, ensuing in parable as well as story being blended in to the single reality.

The story goes which Rangda, the mom of Erlangga, the King of Bali in the tenth century, was cursed by Erlangga’s father since she used black magic. After she became the widow, she summoned all the immorality intoxicating beverage in the jungle, the leaks as well as the demons, to come after Erlangga. A quarrel occurred, though she as well as her black sorcery infantry were as well clever which Erlangga had to ask for the assistance of Barong. Barong came with Erlangga’s soldiers, as well as quarrel ensued. Rangda casted the spell which done Erlangga soldiers all longed for to kill themselves, indicating their tainted keris in to their own stomachs as well as chests. Barong casted the spell which incited their physique resistant to the pointy keris. At the end, Barong won, as well as Rangda ran away.

Somebody can die or get severely harmed in the Barong dance. It is pronounced which if Rangda’s spell is as well strong, the diseased infantryman might not be means to conflict it, even with the assistance of Barong. He might finish up spiteful himself with his own keris.

The masks of Barong as well as Rangda have been deliberate dedicated items, as well as prior to they have been brought out, the clergyman contingency be benefaction to suggest blessings by trace them with holy H2O taken from Mount Agung, as well as offerrings contingency be presented.

Once alonely village on the road from Denpasar toward the Bukit Peninsula

Once alonely village on the road from Denpasar toward the Bukit Peninsula, Kuta is now a thriving tourist resort, popular mainly among the young. It is a popular beach for surfing although currents make it less suitable for swimming. Coast guards, however, are on constant duty during the day. Kuta faces toward the west offering beautiful sunsets. Accommodation ranges from international hotels to home stays. The village abounds with restaurants, shops, discotheques and other tourist facilities. It is easier to find regular performances of Balinese music and dance in Kuta, staged specially for tourists, than anywhere else in Bali. Some performances are staged nightly. The village is ideal for meeting and mixing with other people, locals as well as visitors from abroad.

The Nusa Dua tourist resort is part of the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali

The Nusa Dua tourist resort is part of the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali. Some of the most beautiful and luxurious hotels
are found here. The resort is known for its clean white beaches and clear waters. The surf is gentle along the northern side
of the peninsula, bigger along the south. The most convenient form of transportation to and from Nusa Dua is by taxi.

The Nusa Dua tourist resort is part of the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali

The Nusa Dua tourist resort is part of the Bukit Peninsula in southern Bali. Some of the most beautiful and luxurious hotels
are found here. The resort is known for its clean white beaches and clear waters. The surf is gentle along the northern side
of the peninsula, bigger along the south. The most convenient form of transportation to and from Nusa Dua is by taxi.

Once alonely village on the road from Denpasar toward the Bukit Peninsula

Once alonely village on the road from Denpasar toward the Bukit Peninsula, Kuta is now a thriving tourist resort, popular mainly among the young. It is a popular beach for surfing although currents make it less suitable for swimming. Coast guards, however, are on constant duty during the day. Kuta faces toward the west offering beautiful sunsets. Accommodation ranges from international hotels to home stays. The village abounds with restaurants, shops, discotheques and other tourist facilities. It is easier to find regular performances of Balinese music and dance in Kuta, staged specially for tourists, than anywhere else in Bali. Some performances are staged nightly. The village is ideal for meeting and mixing with other people, locals as well as visitors from abroad.

Sanur beach has long been a popular recreation

Sanur beach has long been a popular recreation site for people from Denpasar and elsewhere. The palm lined beach curves from the Bali Beach Hotel toward the south, facing the Indian Ocean to wards the east. Sanur offers many good hotels, restaurants, shops and other tourist facilities. It is only a shot distance from Denpasar public transportation to and from the city are easily available until well into night. Offshore reefs protect the beach againts the waves and make it popular for windsurfing, boating and other watersports.

Sanur beach has long been a popular recreation

Sanur beach has long been a popular recreation site for people from Denpasar and elsewhere. The palm lined beach curves from the Bali Beach Hotel toward the south, facing the Indian Ocean to wards the east. Sanur offers many good hotels, restaurants, shops and other tourist facilities. It is only a shot distance from Denpasar public transportation to and from the city are easily available until well into night. Offshore reefs protect the beach againts the waves and make it popular for windsurfing, boating and other watersports.