Adventure and Holiday in Bali

Bali  is always unique and fantastic. Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that is difficult to understand unless experienced but once visited you are surely compelled to come back and you may even want to stay forever, such is its pull. Maybe it’s Bali’s beauty, maybe the friendly people, or maybe even the influence from spirits that certainly abide in this place. Bali, a tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago, is so picturesque and immaculate it could almost be a painted backdrop. It has rice paddies tripping down hillsides like giant steps, volcanoes soaring up through the clouds, dense tropical jungle, long sandy beaches, warm blue water, crashing surf and friendly people who don't just have a culture but actually live it. In Bali spirits come out to play in the moonlight, every night is a festival and even a funeral is an opportunity to have a good time.

Tari Pendet. Image: indonesiakaya.com Bali is unique because of the art, culture, people, religion, custom, temple, houses,  landscape, and other aspects. You must go to Bali to learn and feel a real Bali. One of the Balinese arts is Pendet Dance. Traditional Balinese dances are the oldest form of performing arts in Bali. Traditional dances can be divided into two types, sacred dance called Wali and entertainment dance called Bebalihan. Tari Pendet or Pendet dance is the presentation of an offering in the form of a ritual dance. Unlike the exhibition dances that demand arduous training, Pendet may be danced by everyone: male and female pemangkus , women and girls of the village. It is taught simply by imitation and is seldom practiced in the banjars. Younger girls follow the movements of the elder women who recognize their responsibility in setting a good example. As a religious dance, Pendet is usually performed during temple ceremonies.

If you go to Bali, don't forget to visit Pura Besakih , the largets Hindu temple complex in Bali, probably the biggest in the world.  Stair to the main temple. Image: balidwt.com   Bali is an island of the Gods . Bali also called the Island of Thousand Temples, as you will find a temple in every home, village and town. Every family has a small temple in their homes, as well as every village there must be a temple for the villagers. In Bali there are 6 main temples or called SAD heaven, spread in 6 directions of the wind. Among all the temples big and small, both belonging to the family and village, then there is a temple to all the people of Bali. Among the six main temples, Pura Besakih is the largest temple in Bali. Pura Besakih is also believed to be the center of all temples in Bali. Each important and big ritual or ceremony in a village or when there is a ceremony in a family, then the Hindus in Bali will beg  Tirta  or holy water in Pura Besakih. Tirta will be pa

Learning about Balinese culture is a wonderful thing, life changing experience. Bali has one of the most unique and fascinating cultures in the world. This amazing island is known by many evocative names; "The Island of the Gods". There are more than twenty thousand temples in Bali. It is also one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Bali is a very romantic island . The tropical paradise isle of Bali has long been a favorite honeymoon destination , but did you know you can also get married in Bali? Imagine exchanging your vows under balmy skies with a fragrant breeze wafting over you. The stunningly beautiful countryside is perfect for exploring, and the clear seas and quiet beaches make a perfect getaway. There are a lot of hotel, cottages and villas that very perfect venues for your wedding ceremony and your romantic honeymoon in Bali. It’s up to you to stay in a boutique hotel, 5 stars or just in a Balinese simple villa. Most of the hotel in Bali provides