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www.barudibali.com | Issue No.26 | June 01 - June 31, 2010The Magazine of Barudibali.comFREE
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The Slaughtering Day
Penampahan Galungan
Believe it or not
Bali is Magic
Colors of the Gods
Tri Datu
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Team's Note
Bali Flash (The Latest Happenings in Paradise)
Typical Bali (Dulang)
Believe it or Not (Bali is Magic)
Quick Question
In Focus (Penampahan Galungan)
Explore Bali (Rip Curl School of Surf)
Up Close (Balinese Dolittle Does Much)
Feature Story (Tri Datu: Colors of The Gods)
Getaway (Brilliant Greenery of Jatiluwih)
Venue with a capital V (Espresso Bar)
The Ten (Ten Things a Banten Says)
Heart of Bali (Yayasan Senyum Bali)
Sleepover (Batu Karang Lembongan Resort)
Selamat Makan (Canang Bali)
Bali Barrels (Sanur)
Bali Directory
Bali Maps & Information
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We’re pretty sure that you can’t miss to notice that Bali is a brightly-colored island. Take the colorful banten as an instance; its looks are making Bali even a livelier island; its smells are so thick filling the air that a stranger to this island could easily be intrigued. As colorful as it looks on the outside, banten holds deeper meanings inside. Check out The Ten (see page 40) and get even more stunned after learning the philosophical values a banten has.
Other colors that play a very significant role on the island’s spiritual life are red, black and white. The three colors, known as Tri Datu, bear an incredible, powerful meaning since each of them symbolize the manifestation of three Hindu gods. Read more about Tri Datu on this issue’s Feature Story (see page 30).
We also found another splendid color creation in Kuta at a venue called Canang Bali. Being a Balinese-owned restaurant with a Japanese expert running the kitchen, Canang Bali combines the authenticities of the Balinese esthetics as seen in the canang and Japanese fine understanding in ministering meats (see page 50).
Our other regular columns are still here; therefore, enjoy reading! And enjoy Bali, too!
It’s funny how time seems to fly twice as fast in Bali: weekdays turn quickly to weekends and, yet again, the high season is drawing near. While rain unpredictably pours down the island, we can see that the sun is taking a larger part and brightening up the island. Certainly, “bright” appears just right to describe the colors of Bali.
Colorful Bali
COLORS OF BANTEN BRIGHTEN THE ISLAND OF THE GODS
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BALI FLASH
Bali to Have its First FlyoverIn response to the growing severity of traffic congestion in and around the Simpang Siur roundabout, Bali will construct a flyover in the area. The flyover is aimed to overcome traffic problems caused by the long lines within the bypass and Sunset Road areas. The central government in Jakarta has already approved the plan by providing some US$ 32 million for Bali to go ahead with the construction. The Bali government is currently busy with the planning and designing the flyover.
Longer Tourist Visa ProposedA group of Japanese tourists has filed in a proposal to have the current two months tourist visa extended to three years. The proposal received good responses from Bali Tourism Authority and the Bali Chapter of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association, which will pass the proposal to the central government. It is hoped that the longer tourist visa will boost longer stays by the tourists. In a longer run, it is also expected that the new policy (if ever approved) will increase the number of foreign investments on the island.
32nd Bali Arts FestivalThe 32nd Bali Arts Festival that is going to take place this coming June 12 – July 12 has confirmed arts groups from seven countries to participate. The seven groups hail from, among others, China, USA, Japan and Indonesia. More countries are expected to participate in the event.
Temple Anniversary CelebrationsJune 1* Pura Goa Lawah (the bat cave temple) Kusamba village, Klungkung regency.* Pura Taman Ayun, Mengwi village, Badung regency.* Pura Luhur Uluwatu, Pecatu village, district of Kuta, Badung regency.
June 16* Pura Luhur Pucak Padang Dawa, Bangli village, district of Baturiti, Tabanan regency.* Pura Silayukti, Padangbai village, district of Manggis, Karangasem regency.
June 26* Pura Banua Kangin, Besakih (the mother temple complex) Karangasem regency.
June 30* Pura Dalem Petitenget, Kerobokan village, district of Kuta, Badung regency.* Pura Desa dan Puseh Silakarang village, district of Sukawati, Gianyar regency.
This one-month festival attracts not only locals, but also tourists from their holiday comfort zones in Kuta and Seminyak. The Bali Arts Festival always takes place when the school holiday is on the way to attract students to involve and actively taking part in the Bali’s biggest festival as performers, competitors or just visitors. This festival is indeed a positive influence for students and people in general. Listed on festival’s event calendar are the celebrations of dance, music and lively arts.
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Dulang
T Y P IC A L BA L I
Balinese treat the many unseen inhabitants of the island—gods, ancestors and even evil spirits—through the presentation of offerings as an expression of gratitude to benevolent spirits, and placating mischievous demons to prevent them from disturbing the harmony of life. Being gifts to higher beings, these offerings must be attractive; and a great deal of time and effort is expended to make them so. To make them look even more stunning, the offerings are arranged on a beautiful, wooden dulang.
Dulang (literally means royal plate) is carried to the ceremony in a procession on top of the women’s heads to signify the highest offerings above the human level – suitable for the gods. Also, when it is placed on the altar or a table, the dulang (along with the offerings it contains) must be put above all other items. In many ways, therefore, the production of dulang is regarded as an important traditional art form that still flourishes in Bali. Of course, being born artists, it’s certainly not a big deal for the Balinese people to create the skillfully crafted dulang.
Due to its attractiveness, many commercial venues that are constructed following traditional architectural principals use dulang to add a character to their interior designs to represent a style considered truly Balinese.
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BELIEVE IT OR NOT
Bali’s cultural charms and natural beauty have been considered magical by those who have visited the island. But no, we’re not going to talk about how mesmerizing and hypnotizing the Balinese dances are; we’re going to tell you about magic (as it traditionally means) in Bali.
Though not really that obvious, magic is still practiced in Bali and the use of it entirely depends on the will of the client. An angry girlfriend can always visit a shaman, taking with her the boyfriend’s clipped fingernails; on the next day, the boyfriend is likely to suffer from nausea or whatever worse (depending on request) and no doctor can heal it. Of course, the unhappy romance is only a small example for there are a lot more extreme cases involving magic that will end up in tragic deaths.
But don’t worry because, according to the Balinese belief, every person has a sakti, which is something like an electric battery accumulating a magic energy that enables someone to withstand the attacks of evil powers. Unfortunately, only some people are born with the functioning power, while others still need to see a priest or anyone else endowed with supernatural powers to awaken the sakti.
The normal way to bring out the ‘sleeping’ sakti is to undergo mawinten, which is an initiation ceremony aimed to give luck, beauty, cleverness and personal charms. The ceremony is performed by a priest who, after cleansing and purifying the person, writes invisible signs over the forehead, eyes, teeth, shoulders, arms, and so forth with the stem of a flower dipped in holy water.
The practice of magic (both good and bad) is widely taking place in the villages and other remote areas. Then again, through several unusual methods of training and giving away yet another several unusual sacrifices, just about anyone can have the ability to perform black or white magic. If you happen to be interested in learning this, then mind you taking our advice: don’t do black magic because we’ve had enough bad people already on this planet. Just learn something that cures; or better yet, learn something that can fly a carpet so that you won’t need to buy the high-season airplane tickets for your next visit to Bali.
Bali is Magic
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QUICK QUESTION
I’ve been learning to surf for quite some time now yet I still haven’t mastered it enough. So Kuta is by far the best for me.
Christopher, Sweden
Frederick, SwedenJoshua, Indonesia
Matt, Australia
Rizal, Indonesia
Joel, Sweden
Joe, Indonesia Joakim, Sweden
I’m still on beginner level, so Kuta is still pretty awesome for me.
Well, I like Kuta’s wave. But I’m planning to head onto something bigger soon
Padang Padang. The wave in Padang Padang is just perfect for me.
It’s the one in Uluwatu; although I also surf a lot in Kuta because most of my friends are still on beginner level.
Uluwatu is the best wave for me.
It’s certainly Uluwatu, because Uluwatu is exposed to bigger swell. Not to mention because it’s one of the premier surf spots on the island.
Serangan. Not only the wave is great, but the overall situation is also fantastic.
WHAT’S THE BEST WAVE YOU EVER CAUGHT IN BALI?
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IN FOCUS
Penampahan GalunganIf this is your first time to Bali and you don’t know what
Galungan is, here’s a quick description: it’s Christmas for the Balinese. Of course, Christmas trees will never be in sight; instead, the skillfully decorated bamboo poles (known as penjor) are everywhere to be found. Galungan itself is celebrated to mark the victory of virtue over evil. Anyway, what we’re going to tell you now is about the day before Galungan, when preparations to commemorate the victory take place. The day is called Penampahan Galungan.
Also known as the day of slaughter, it might be creepy to know that lives will be sacrificed during Penampahan Galungan. Yet, don’t get too carried away with your extreme imagination, because this day will be nothing like the one taking place in Tiananmen, where the Chinese government slaughtered its own people with tanks and guns in 1989. The creature being so unfortunate to get slaughtered during this day is pig! Yep, pigs are a very important ‘ingredient’ to help celebrate the victorious day.
The men are the ones responsible to slaughter the pigs and cut them into dices. The diced meat will then be mashed to a pulp with a grinding stone and molded onto satay sticks that have been already prepared by whittling small sticks of bamboo. Certainly, this day is not a good day for pigs across the island. Delicate combination of various vegetables, herbs and spices are also prepared by the men to make up the ‘lawar’ dish. Much of this cooking is also to be used in the offerings at the family temple. The women on the other hand, are busy completing the offerings that they have been preparing days before the Penampahan.
While the women continue with the preparations of the many offerings to be made at the family temple on the day of Galungan, the men also have another job to do this day once the cooking is finished; erecting penjor at the house entrance. With the penjors erected along the roads of Bali, the island undoubtedly looks so merry, just like Christmas.
Delicate combination of various vegetables, herbs and spices are also prepared by the
men to make up the ‘lawar’ dish.
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or surfers, or others who know how to surf, Bali is a paradise providing them not only with the waves but also the whole surfing culture that circles on the language, life and fashion.
On the other hand, for those who have never experienced surfing, watching the others riding the waves on their boards could be an exciting moment too. But again, instead of just sitting on the sand watching others having fun in the water, why not really take part in this challenging yet enjoyable activity by stepping foot on the board? What, you don’t know how to surf? Then learn!
To help you with the surfing knowledge is Rip Curl School of Surf. As a leading surf school in Bali, students will receive expert and safe tuition from professional surfing instructors. This surf school also provides the students with a selection of fiberglass construction surfboards (shaped for quick progression and maximum safety), special safety helmets, and rash shirt and surf shorts to use. The classes provided cover for the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels with guaranteed results.
The beginner level courses allow a total novice to master the basic surfing skills in three lessons, including board handling, riding a wave, paddling out and the forehand and backhand turns. Essential ocean knowledge and safety is a key component of these beginner levels.
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Continued surfing education provides expertise in wave riding and prepares students for more challenging breaks on the reef and outer banks. Based on an in depth knowledge of the ocean and its characteristics, these intermediate lessons show how to better identify a wave and use it to your advantage. Learn about transitional turns, positioning behind the peak, compressions and extensions together with etiquette for dealing with crowds and seasoned surfers. The advanced courses include further introduction to the ethos of the surf community and key steps in self development for the fitness and mental strength required for bigger wave surfing.
To learn more about Rip Curl School of Surf you can visit our Explore Bali booth in Jl. Laksmana/Oberoi (right across Mykonos restaurant - Seminyak). Phone: 0361 737 913.
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Balinese Dolittle Does Much
I Made Budiana D.V.M.
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The Mag caught up with I Made Budiana, a doctor who shuns human patients in favor for animals. In an island full of dogs, cats and even cows freely wandering around, the Balinese vet stands up to save and cure abandoned animals on the streets — something which is still considered odd by his Balinese community. Not caring what other people say, Budiana takes the plunge and hits the road to try helping create a rabies-free Bali.
Out of the many specializations, why you chose to become a vet? Well, if you’re asking about my childhood dream, then it was to become a general practitioner. Then again, as time passed by I started to develop new interests; animal is one of them. And so I began watching shows on TV about veterinary medicines and got interested with things that have correlations with animals such as farms.
What is it that you enjoy from being a vet?Animals to me are very much like humans. Therefore, when sick, they are also entitled to get the adequate treatments as the ones humans get. Anyway, it is rewarding as well as a privilege for me to gain such insights and to provide gentle and effective ‘whole patient’ treatment. I enjoy hearing each patient’s ‘story’ of their background and home environment from their owner, and having to add this together with what the animal is telling me about themselves with their behavior and body language. This can be a challenge and sometimes I do wish they could talk!
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Overall, are you happy with what you are doing now?I am. Being a vet is way beyond a profession for me. It’s about commitment; commitment to help the animals. This is exactly why, aside from my clinic, I also spend a lot of time on the roads, places where abandoned animals are likely to be found. Most of the time, these abandoned animals, which are frequently cats and dogs, are sick. If I’m fortunate enough to find one, I’ll surely take it home with me so that I can give the dog or cat a sufficient treatment. Of course, I don’t get paid from doing this. All I know is that I’m happy for being able to do it.
So you must’ve been taking a lot of street dogs and cats home now. Do you keep them as your pet?No, I don’t keep them all because there are quite a lot of people who come to my clinic to adopt the dogs and/or cats. Also funny is the way these dogs and cats tend to return to their ‘homes’ once finished being treated. For example, I once took a dog to my clinic from the beach in Seminyak. Once he was back in shape, I found him nowhere in the clinic and my house areas. It turned out that the dog escaped and returned to the beach. There was nothing I could do about it; the dog felt like he belonged to the area and he felt comfortable with it.
How many pets do you have now?Ten in total; one cat and nine dogs.
Do you have anything to say to pet owners out there?Pet owners should really care about their pets. There are many cases when the owners threw away their pets once they were old only for the reason “oh my dog isn’t cute anymore.” The owners should have their pets vaccinated; this is for the sake of the animals and the humans.
Drh. I Made Budiana (Veterinarian)Jl. Kertadalem Sari III/ XX Sidakarya - DenpasarPhone: +62 361 790 1313 / +62 81 2392 7218E-mail: [email protected]
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FEATURE STORY
TriDatuCOLORS OF THE GODS
The colors of red, white and black bear an incredible, powerful meaning
since each of them symbolize the manifestation of Brahma (the
creator), Vishnu (the preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer). It is, therefore,
in an island full of evil spirits, the three colors are everywhere to be found to offer protection from the
mischievous demons.
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Everyone visiting Bali will quickly notice the black, white and red checked clothes wrapped around guardian statues, pavilions, temples, banyan trees, people and even stones. Yet, not many of the visitors know that the three-color
pattern printed on the cloth has a lot deeper meaning than only its role as decoration, for it is considered as something incredible and powerful that has a special meaning for the Balinese Hindus. The three-color pattern is known as Tri Datu.
As said before, the colors forming the cloth bear an incredible, powerful meaning since each of them symbolize the manifestation of Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer). It is, therefore, the Tri Datu is an essential part in many religious rituals as the colors are believed to closely associate with the gods and while for humans, they offer protection from all possible evil spirits.
Barong-Rangda dance can be deadly. It is why while performing the dance for a ceremonial
purpose, the dancers wear Tri Datu for protection. A priest must be present to offer blessings by sprinkling them with holy water.
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The three colors are made out of animal blood for the red color, lime or chalk for the white and charcoal for the black. Yet, not every Balinese needs to sacrifice an animal to make the thread, because nowadays it is massively and commercially produced and can easily be purchased at special shops selling religious items.
Of course, in an island where there isn’t a day passed without a ceremony, Tri Datu is largely seen accompanying rituals to rid any area of evil spirits (known as pemelaspas). A great deal of Tri Datu thread is required for ceremonies such as Manusa Yadnya and Mabya Kala, these ceremonies occur at Galungan (Christmas for the Balinese). For the cremation ceremony (ngaben), Tri Datu threads take on a new name when they become part of the ritual ceremonial equipment; being then called, among other possible names, panjang-hilang meaning long and lost — possibly because they are consumed in the fire.
Tri Datu is also purposefully engraved into the wood of pillars and posts of houses, classic painting temples and other structures when the ceremony to bless and sanctify is carried out. The Balinese people also attach Tri Datu to their bodies; the red thread around the right wrist, the black around the ankle and the white to the ear. The threads can also be tied together around the right wrist or placed on the crown of the head. No matter how the Tri Datu is worn, the threads are placed or attached with prayers to endow the recipient with power, strength, and longevity. This is also meant to calm the mind so that it won’t be influenced by negative thoughts.
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Those who still have full faith in the power of Tri Datu use it to cure wounds. The colored threads are wrapped around the open wound directly on the skin as one would use a bandage. When the people wear Tri Datu dress, they are called sambangan. The word implies that they are awaiting a blessing or help from God. It is also common to have Tri Datu threads plaited to form a necklace or bracelet. In this case, several objects such as coins with a hole in the middle, garlic cloves, ginger roots and others that have, to name a few, healing or protecting purposes will be attached to the Tri Datu.
Apart from the uses mentioned, on specific occasions Tri Datu is featured in the form of cloth and is worn as clothing by the male inhabitants of a village; the black being worn as a shirt, the white as an under-skirt sarong, and the red as an over-skirt. This dress is worn
when a villager is currently carrying out a ceremony at his own temple, or more generally, when the people celebrate Nyepi (silent day).
In Barong-Rangda dances, Rangda’s warriors wear the sarong with Tri Datu pattern. Although the dance tells a story about an olden time’s history, there are still chances that somebody could die or get seriously injured in today’s Barong dance performance. This deadly occurrence, however, might only take place when the Barong dance is performed for spiritual purposes — not the one acted out on a stage as a mere entertainment. It is why before they are brought out, a priest must be present to offer blessings by sprinkling them with holy water taken from Mount Agung, and offerings must be presented. The Tri Datu sarong is worn by the dancers to give them protection from evil spirits.
On specific occasions
Tri Datu is featured in
the form of cloth and is
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black being worn as the
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GETAWAY
Roughly translated from the Balinese dialect as “amazing beauty”, the ridges of Jatiluwih ricefields are one of the magical examples of how talented Balinese hands are. Yep, it would certainly astound anyone to learn that the beautiful, vast terraced ricefields were handmade. Without a doubt, these enchanting fields, which are arranged in a series of terraces to follow the natural
Brilliant Greenery
of Jatiluwih
contours of the landscape, offer some of the most stunning views on the entire island.
Jatiluwih is so picturesque that once you’ve seen it, you might think that it was created as if the shade of the emerald green from a painter’s palate has been generously spread over the land. The area’s cool pockets of air bring a refreshing change from the oppressive tropical heat of southern Bali.
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The agricultural community in Jatiluwih has more or less remained untouched by the impact of tourism. Instead, many villagers seem to maintain a simplistic lifestyle that concentrates on the continual cycle of harvesting their crops and their strong faith in the Hindu religion. There are frequent ceremonial rituals prepared by each family of farmers to express their gratitude to the gods for the provision of earth, water and all of nature’s components that allow mankind to exist.
Another interesting aspect is the organized irrigation system where farmers share water in a tradition that dates back centuries and has united generations of farmers in their common need for this highly valued resource. For this reason, Jatiluwih is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its preservation of traditional Balinese farming techniques.
The best time to visit Jatiluwih is probably in the morning, when the gentle morning breeze sways the hair of the village farmers as they are absorbed in their work amidst the brilliant greenery of the surrounding rice fields. The opportunity to wander through the fields and watch the birds as they attempt to steal rice grains from immature stalks is an inspiring experience.
Jatiluwih is located in the north of Tabanan district, some 13km north of the town center.
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Espresso BarOpen 7.00 PM - 3.00 AMLocation: In front of Paddy’s Club, Legian
VENUE WITH A CAPITAL V
Espresso Bar has been there since 1996 and it is still highly recommended to anyone looking to kick back to some good Rock ‘n Roll tunes in the Balinese
accent. The atmosphere is great and all of the staff members are friendly. This place is certainly where to go when the tunes of Lady Gaga and Pitbull finally get to you.
We couldn’t help but stop in at the Espresso Bar, an always packed out venue and pretty much the only happening place on Monday nights. The live music was pumpin’, with the band playing on the side walk, facing into the bar. Anyway, anyone who can play drums or guitar is encouraged to come up, and play a song with the band; and quite a few actually do. While you’re there, feel free to request a song and jump up on the mic with the band.
Espresso Bar is located on Jalan Legian, somewhere across the Bounty. The place is hard to miss, especially with the crowd half-blocking the sidewalk.
Rock ‘n Roll in Balinese Accent
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Ten Things a Banten Says
Its looks are making Bali even a livelier island; its smells are so thick filling the air that a stranger to this island could
easily be intrigued. Many tourists and the non Balinese Hindu residents understand (in connection with the ancient belief) that banten is offered to please the gods. Yet, not many of these people know that banten is a lot more than just an instrument to make the gods happy; as colorful as it looks on the outside, banten also holds deeper meanings inside.
THE TEN
To tone a good concept of lifeIn Balinese Hindu, banten is seen as a visualization of Tattwa teachings (I am you and you are me) and Hindu morality that are aimed to direct humans in developing and practicing positive traits during life. The many colors of a banten resemble the richness of life in the universe and that a Balinese Hindu person is told to achieve through good manners.
Homage, not to free one from sinsIt is a must for a Balinese Hindu person to offer banten in conducting a ceremony. The sizes and values of the banten depend on the economic capability of the party (be it individuals, families, etc.) holding the ceremony. However, the bigger the banten offered doesn’t necessarily mean the more chances one could get in pleasing the gods or freed from sins. Banten is seen as an act of paying homage to the gods, not bribing.
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To Show GratitudeBanten is meant as an offering to show gratitude for all the blessings given by the gods. That is why, as an instance, every time a dish is cooked there will be a small part of it put on the banten. This way, it is expected that the sincere thought of sharing what is consumed will result more prosperity in the future.
Symbolic LanguageAccording to the holy script of Yajna Prakrti, banten is a symbolic language representing the God Sang Hyang Ida Widhi Wasa, humans and the universe. Each of the elements represented will determine in which shrine the banten is positioned.
Concept of DivinityThe Balinese Hindu considers banten as the means to get connected with god; thus, the presence of banten is always required. Within this concept, the banten offered is meant as a pure offering to the one and holy God Sang Hyang Ida Widhi Wasa without expecting any retains.
Language of ReligionAs the holiest book of Hindu in general, Veda has been translated into many different languages. Aside from being translated into Balinese, the Hindus in the island also translate the Veda teachings in the form of banten. It is said that banten is the fruit of a completely clean mind. This means, in order to create banten that is physically beautiful and attractive, the maker should practice a clean and sincere body and soul during the process of creating – in accordance to the Veda teachings.
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Tool of PurificationSince not every person is eligible to make it (thus making banten a sacred ceremonial object), banten also functions as a tool of purification. Persons who make the banten are required to achieve a certain level of holiness and freed from all sadness and bad feelings. Therefore, banten is an essential part in, among others, village and temple purifications.
Substitute of MantrasAlthough in general the presence of banten is accompanied by mantras, the banten itself represents mantras, prayers and other wishes. This is because of many mantras (depending on the purpose) have already been put or ‘inserted’ by the maker during the making process.
Symbol of KnowledgeSome of the many substances (such as flowers, leaves, fruits, etc.) used to make banten are gradually becoming scarce to find. It is, therefore, a challenge for the Balinese to develop ways to cultivate these essential substances. Yet, there are possibly hundreds of kinds of banten used for different occasions; thus, requiring different use of materials. In order to be able to differentiate different types of banten, certain knowledge is also required.
Banten is a challenge for the Balinese to develop ways to cultivate these essential substances.
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Y ayasan Senyum Bali (The Smile Foundation of Bali) is an independent, non-profit organization
striving to bring health care to people with craniofacial abnormalities. It was founded in 2005 by the Ubud resident Mary Northmore, who is also the Foundation’s Chairperson. The Foundation has an honorary board and seven staff, who look after all administrative work and patient coordination for hospital admissions.
The Foundation deals with patients suffering from disabilities such as cleft lip and palate, as well as a wide variety of other craniofacial disabilities. Most of these patients come from the mountains of Bali and other islands in Eastern Indonesia, where appropriate medical treatment is extremely unlikely.
Patients are housed at the Yayasan Senyum Bali Smile House in Denpasar while completing pre-operation procedures at either
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RSUP Sanglah or at private hospitals in Denpasar, where Bali’s two Plastic Surgeons conduct their surgery. The Foundation’s Patient Coordinator assists the patients through the pre and post operative procedures. After their surgery, patients spend two or three days in hospital for postoperative care then return to the Yayasan Senyum Bali Smile House for a similar period of recuperation before returning to their villages. During their stay at the Yayasan Senyum Bali Smile House, patients and their escorts (i.e. one family member) are provided full board.
All financial aspects of Yayasan Senyum Bali are administered by a qualified accountant, and independently audited on an annual basis. The Foundation runs solely on donations and the support of the volunteers. Yayasan Senyum Bali works to raise funding for craniofacial surgeries and to establish partnerships with various organizations and medical facilities to provide logistical and medical support for the patients.These include:• Return transport to attend hospital appointments. • Accommodation at the Yayasan Senyum Bali Smile House in Denpasar – before & after operations in Denpasar. • Emotional and logistical support as patients and their attending family members progress through the health care system.
• Making all necessary arrangements including applications for passports, visas and flight bookings to Australia for those severe cases in need of surgery at the Australian Craniofacial Unit in Adelaide, Australia.
Smile ShopsYayasan Senyum Bali operates two
charity shops (The Smile Shops): one in Ubud, which has been in existence since 2006 and another in Denpasar, opened in March 2010. These Smile Shops sell donated goods both new and used and have been highly successful in assisting in the
generating of funds. The funds provided by the shops cover all Yayasan Senyum Bali administrative costs. This means that all donated money is spent on directly helping patients. Both charity shops are managed by a shop assistant and a number of dedicated volunteers who work various rosters to enable the shops’ smooth operation.
Launching Day of Smile Shop in Ubud
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Batu Karang Lembongan Resort & Day Spa
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Lembongan is a destination to experience the abundance of marine life, coral beds, drop off walls and exhilarating drift dive. Lembongan’s white-sand beaches and clear water are just perfect for the visiting sun worshippers. Any breeze tends to disappear around sunset, turning the sea into molten glass. Nusa Lembongan is just perfect for anyone seeking laidback tranquility.
An escape to Nusa Lembongan will certainly make a well-earned holiday and be a pleasant gift you give to yourself. To create an even more relaxing, memorable experience, be sure that you’ve made a reservation at the oasis of Batu Karang Lembongan Resort & Day Spa, a five-star retreat where you’ll find nothing but pure relaxation set in style. Carved out of the coral hillside overlooking the Badung Strait, Batu Karang embraces uninterrupted panoramic views of the east coastline of Bali and the magnificent silhouette of Mount Agung.
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The complex comprises ten traditional spacious one-bedroom Balinese villas, a restaurant and bar offering a variety of traditional Indonesian and International cuisine, a fresh water infinity edge swimming pool, a comprehensive day lounge complete with facilities for quiet relaxation, and a fully equipped gymnasium for those who are keen to stay fit. Guests of the Batu Karang will be able to walk to the waterfront and will be able to make use of on-site bicycle rental.
Guests will find that the rooms at the Batu Karang Lembongan Resort & Day Spa Bali include an array of amenities such as air-conditioning, direct-dial telephones, satellite television, CD players, high-speed Internet access, in-room safes, coffeemakers, and private bathrooms. Guests can choose from suites or villa accommodations, all of which have a 24-hour room service available. Additionally, Batu Karang offers a full service health and beauty spa.
If you are looking for somewhere to relax from the stress of everyday life, to be assured of attentive service, to enjoy excellent cuisine in surroundings that offer modern conveniences, then look no further than Batu Karang Lembongan Resort & Day Spa.
Nusa Lembongan is just perfect for anyone seeking laidback tranquility.
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Canang BaliFat, Lazy Cows Made Your Meal
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If you’re a meat lover and can picture yourself stepping out of the Kuta madness (yet still feel like being part of the hype) and cooking up thinly sliced cuts of meat perfection that melts in your mouth, then check this out. We’re talking about a humble yet splendid yakiniku restaurant that we discovered when we got caught in Kuta’s heavy traffic. The humble restaurant is called Canang Bali.
The name might confuse you a bit; a yakiniku restaurant with the name that is so typically Bali? In case you don’t know what canang is, it’s a kind of little square plate made out of coconut leaves wherein the Balinese people put colorful flowers as an offering. Being a Balinese-owned restaurant with a Japanese expert running the kitchen, Canang Bali combines the authenticities of the Balinese esthetics as seen in the canang and Japanese fine understanding in ministering meats.
The application of this exceptional combination can be seen through the restaurant’s way in serving the house’s specialty, the yakiniku. The presentation of the bite-size meats is splendid, just like the canang – only the many colors of the flowers are replaced by the different reds of the meats. And since Japanese expertise in cuisine is applied in the kitchen, Canang Bali uses only wagyu beef for its yakiniku. What is wagyu beef, you might ask? It’s the kind of cow that does nothing but eat, sleep and eat some more. Yep, it’s the fat, lazy beef and surprisingly, tastes very excellent on your plate.
In Canang Bali, you can order several types of prepared, raw ingredients either individually or as a set. You can then cook your own ingredients to your liking on a griddle over flame of charcoals built into the table. But don’t worry, as the table ventilated barbecue
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system enables you to eat your yakiniku in a smoke-free environment. Among the ingredients you can choose from the menu are boneless rib, strip loin, eye roll, cheek and tongue. Aside from beef, other selections of meat such as chicken, pork and seafood are also available.
In addition to the yakiniku, Canang Bali also offers other popular Japanese dishes such as sushi, sashimi, tempura and ramen. To extend the menu, the restaurant has also added continental cuisines. Japanese beverages such as sake and sochu will make your dining experience even more complete, either sipped while having your meal on your table or on the provided high chairs at the restaurant’s bar.
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SanurThere is some seasonal confusion going in
Bali at the moment. It didn’t rain much this rainy season, instead the rains started in April. Flooded streets, onshore winds and either really hot or cold weather! However, I wouldn’t get comfortable on the couch with a DVD just yet. There have been some decent swells the last few weeks and the heavy rains often bring beautiful glass offs. So if you do drag yourself outside and brave the stormy weather to go for a surf, you will get rewarded. The winds are usually not very strong in the rainy season so there are plenty of surf spots to choose from. Also, the high season surfers have not arrived yet and many other people will stay at home so it’s very likely to get some uncrowded surf.
So where do you go when there is a bit of swell but the weather is grey, rainy and kind of miserable? One option is to get up early and head east to one of Bali’s best and famous waves; Sanur. The town is very easy to get to and the break is a short paddle out from the beach in front of the hotels. Sanur is a classic barreling right hander, famous in the land of lefts and famous for its
high quality. When there are light offshore west winds and the swell direction is slightly south, it’s a long peeling right hander with workable walls and barreling sections. The break is fun at all sizes. When it’s 2 to 3 ft- there are super fun hittable sections, when it gets bigger the wave keeps its shape. Big clean up sets can break further out if the swell gets over 6 ft., the shallow reef on the inside is not a good place to get pushed into. The break can get crowded; Sanur is home to many (surfing) expats living in Bali, these plus the Indonesian locals make for quite an intense crowd at times. Sanur is not super consistent so when it’s good there will be many surfers out there. As anywhere though, if you respect the locals and the rules in the water you will have no problems scoring some beautiful waves.
Sanur is not only a place to surf, it is also Bali’s first beach resort, many hotels and restaurants are situated here. There is a long, beautiful white sandy beach and a boardwalk for jogging and strolling. The ocean is calm as it is protected by the reef, so it’s great for snorkeling and for kids to play at. After you finish your surf it’s nice to still your hunger in one of the great open air restaurants, which offer a wide variety of food. The town is also worth exploring because it is Bali’s largest traditional village. Tourists can experience the real Bali within the tourist town as village life goes on. Its contrast is interesting, the multi-million dollar hotels are right next to the sacred and special temple of Ratu Ayu of Singgi, the much feared spirit of Sanur’s Black Barong. This is a war
Bali Barrels
Bali Tide Chart
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timeday date 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18JUNE 2010Tue 01 0.7* 0.8 1.0 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.5* 2.4 2.1 1.7 1.1 0.6 0.3
Wed 02 0.8 0.7* 0.9 1.2 1.6 2.0 2.3 2.3* 2.2 1.9 1.4 0.9 0.5
Thu 03 1.0 0.8 0.8* 1.0 1.3 1.6 1.9 2.1 2.2* 2.0 1.7 1.3 0.8
Fri 04 1.3 1.0 0.9* 0.9 1.0 1.3 1.6 1.8 2.0* 2.0 1.8 1.5 1.1
Sat 05 1.6 1.3 1.1 1.0 1.0* 1.1 1.3 1.5 1.7 1.8* 1.8 1.6 1.4
Sun 06 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.0 0.9* 1.0 1.1 1.3 1.5 1.6 1.6* 1.5
Mon 07 2.0* 1.9 1.7 1.4 1.2 1.0 0.9* 0.9 1.0 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.5*
Tue 08 2.0 2.1* 2.0 1.8 1.5 1.2 0.9 0.8 0.7* 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.4
Wed 09 2.0 2.2 2.2* 2.1 1.8 1.4 1.1 0.8 0.6 0.6* 0.7 0.9 1.2
Thu 10 1.8 2.1 2.3 2.3* 2.1 1.8 1.3 0.9 0.6 0.4* 0.4 0.6 0.9
Fri 11 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.4* 2.4 2.1 1.7 1.2 0.7 0.4 0.2* 0.3 0.6
Sat 12 1.2 1.7 2.1 2.4 2.5* 2.4 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.2 0.1* 0.3
Sun 13 1.0 1.4 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.5* 2.3 1.9 1.3 0.8 0.3 0.1* 0.1
Mon 14 0.8 1.1 1.5 2.0 2.4 2.5* 2.5 2.2 1.4 1.1 0.6 0.2 0.1*
Tue 15 0.7* 0.8 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.4 2.5* 2.4 2.0 1.4 0.8 0.4 0.1
Wed 16 0.7* 0.7 0.9 1.3 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.4* 2.2 1.7 1.2 0.7 0.3
Thu 17 0.8 0.7* 0.8 1.0 1.4 1.8 2.1 2.3* 2.2 1.9 1.5 1.0 0.6
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reparation gift from the Japanese and very special to the Balinese. Sanur is quiet (it’s often referred to as ‘Snore’) and has a different, more relaxing vibe than Kuta.
So even though you might have to work a little harder to get some surf when the weather is like this, the magical island of Bali has so many surf breaks there are always waves to be found somewhere. I’m still hoping for the weather to start behaving as it should and this late rainy season to stop, but for now we’re just going to have to make the most of it.
Fri 18 1.1 0.8 0.8* 0.9 1.1 1.5 1.8 2.0 2.1* 2.0 1.7 1.3 0.9
Sat 19 1.4 1.1 0.9 0.8* 0.9 1.1 1.4 1.7 1.9 1.9* 1.8 1.5 1.2
Sun 20 1.9 1.7 1.4 1.1 0.9 0.9* 0.9 1.1 1.4 1.6 1.7 1.6 1.4
Mon 21 1.9 1.7 1.4 1.2 1.0 0.9* 0.9 1.0 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.6* 1.5
Tue 22 2.1* 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.2 1.0 0.8 0.8* 0.9 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5*
Wed 23 2.1 2.1* 2.0 1.8 1.5 1.2 0.9 0.7 0.7* 0.8 0.9 1.1 1.3
Thu 24 2.0 2.2 2.2* 2.1 1.7 1.5 1.1 0.8 0.6 0.5* 0.6 0.8 1.1
Fri 25 1.8 2.1 2.3 2.3* 2.2 1.8 1.4 1.0 0.6 0.4 0.4* 0.5 0.8
Sat 26 1.5 1.9 2.2 2.4* 2.4 2.2 1.8 1.3 0.8 0.4 0.2* 0.3 0.5
Sun 27 1.2 1.6 2.0 2.3 2.5* 2.4 2.1 1.6 1.1 0.6 0.3 0.1* 0.2
Mon 28 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.1 2.4 2.5* 2.4 2.1 1.6 1.1 0.6 0.1* 0.2
Tue 29 0.7 0.9 1.3 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.5* 2.2 1.8 1.2 0.7 0.2 0.1*
Wed 30 0.6* 0.7 1.0 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.5* 2.4 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.2
Thu 31 0.7 0.9 1.3 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.5* 2.3 1.9 1.3 0.8 0.3 0.1*
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Bali SurfspotsMedewi
Medewi is a fun wave for all surfers. It can be a bit fat, but has its day. Come early to avoid onshore winds. This spot handles bigger swells also.
Balian
Balian is a swell magnet and a quiet spot in North Bali. This break is getting more crowded as more accommodation is build daily. Its playful lefts and rights are great for beginners and advanced surfers alike. This spot doesn't like bigger swells.
Canggu & Perenan
Canggu always gets more swell than Kuta beach. It actually consists of a few different breaks; The right breaks better on a mid to high tide and is a great performance wave. The sandbank is better on a lower tide and is in front of the restaurants, it's fun to watch the surfers hit the lip whilst enjoying the delicious food. Canggu is becoming a very popular tourist spot, the sunday barbeque gets more packed every week.
Kuta Reef
Kuta Reef is an exposed reef break that is quite consistent. There are a few breaks here: Airports rights and left, Middles and Kuta reef. MayÐOctober (dry season) is the best time of the year for waves here. It gets crowded due to its close proximity to Kuta.
Belangan
Belangan is known for its longs peeling walls. It does get sectiony, so you have to race a bit. Belangan handles big swells and can offer good barrels on the right direction. On the wrong swell direction, it tends to close out. It's a beautiful beach, great to spend the day!
Dreamland
Dreamland was famous because it was a 'dreamy' spot, with the building of 'New Kuta beach' the dream became a nightmare. A beautiful green cliff made place for concrete jungle, the worst example of so-called progress. The wave is still there, a nice peak
and a fun beach break. There's a great shore break on a bigger swell, where many a tourist has lost their top or bottom (or almost drowned).
Bingin
Bingin is a consistent, mechanical barrel machine. It's a short wave with a very small take off spot so if hassling is not your thing, it will be quite hard to get waves here. Impossibles
Impossibles gets fun on a big swell. Its located between Bingin and Padang Padang, if you are sick of dealing with the crowds at either of those two places you can paddle to Impossibles and get some long walls.
Padang Padang
Padang Padang only starts to work when a big swell is running. It offers an amazing barrel but breaks in front of trocks, so experts only! It is an easy paddle out through the channel and one of the world-class waves in Bali.
Uluwatu
There are 4 different sections at famous Uluwatu: Temples is a hollow wave which works on the mid to high tide. The peak can offer a nice barrel and is right in line with the cave. Racetracks is the low tide section, it's superfast and gets seriously shallow. Outside Corner is an world class wave which won't even start breaking unless the swell is at least in the 8 foot range.
Nyang Nyang
Nyang Nyang beach is a 'secret' spot, it's not very easily accessible which it's why it's usually uncrowded. This beach is like a secret paradise for every surfer.
Green Ball
Green Ball is a left and a right, situated at the bottom of a steep cliff. No worries going down but after you have been surfing for a couple of hours the return trip is quiet challenging.
Nusa Dua
To get to this reef you have to drive into the hotel area itself and then weave your way south. There's no channel which makes getting caught inside on a big swell quite annoying. There are a couple of other good waves in this area so it pays to do a bit of exploring.
Sri Lanka
In the northern part of Nusa Dua lays Sri Lanka, a bowly right which breaks into a deep water channel. This break is better on a bigger swell but is shifty.
Sanur Reef
Sanur Reef is a right and considered another world class wave. It's the local break of many expats and locals so gets very busy. The wave breaks better on a mid to high tide and is usually better in the early morning or in the rainy season (November-April).
Padang Galak
Padang Galak is a reliable rivermouth beach break north of Sanur. The break is quite popular, but only works under certain conditions.
Keramas
Another well known wave, which received a lot of media attention the last few years. It has a nice barrel after take-off which turns into a wally lip. This break is very popular with visiting and local pro's and if you don't want to deal with them in the water it is nice to watch them surf from the warung right in front of the break.
Padangbai
Padangbai has the flat bottomed mixed reef and sandy bottom with some wally waves. This break needs a bit of swell.
Kuta Beach
The warm water and sandy bottom make Kuta beach one of the best places in the world to learn to surf. Also for advanced surfers this beach is very popular, you can often see the locals busting airs on the punchy lefts and rights.
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Il CieloDelizioso Momento Con Cucina ItalianoJl. Kartika Plaza No. 172 (Kuta)Phone: +62 361 762 027www.barudibali.com/il-cielo
Osteria TeleseCucina ItalianaJln. Laksmana No. 14 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 734 566www.barudibali.com/osteria-telese
RusticaCucina ItalianaJl Batu Belig No. 1 (Batu Belig)Phone: +62 361 360 4562www.barudibali.com/rustica
TrattoriaCucina ItalianaJl. Laksmana (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 737 082www.barudibali.com/trattoria-bali
UltimoWhere Everything is ExcellentJl. Laksmana No. 104-X (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 738 720www.barudibali.com/ultimo
Warung ItaliaItalian RestaurantJl. Kunti No. 2 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 737 437www.barudibali.com/warung-italia
ZanzibarFollow Your SensesJl. Pantai Blue Ocean No. 21 (Legian)Phone: +62 361 733 529www.barudibali.com/zanzibar
Yut’s PlaceExcellent Swiss Steaks and Tasty SausagesJl. Werkudara No. 521 (Legian)Phone: +62 81 2395 1454www.barudibali.com/yuts-place
Neno RestaurantWe Care about Your Well-beingJl. Petitenget No. 2-X (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 910 3003www.barudibali.com/neno-restaurant
Queens TandoorEnjoy the Taste of India!Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 73 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 732 770www.barudibali.com/queens-tandoorChinoiserie
Singapore Modern Chinese RestaurantJl. Sunset No. 7 (Kuta)Phone: +62 361 8088 777www.barudibali.com/chinoiserie
Fortune CookieHealthy Chinese Food with No MSGJl. Sudamala No. 5 (Sanur)Phone: +62 361 283 342www.barudibali.com/fortune-cookie
Canang BaliYakiniku House RestaurantJl. Kartika Plaza No. 21 (Kuta)Phone: +62 361 766 203www.barudibali.com/canang-bali
Dahana RestaurantJapanese Dining at PetitengetJl. Petitenget No. 98-X (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 730 131www.barudibali.com/dahana
Cabe RawitNot Just a Warung!Jl. Kunti No. 8 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 744 0995www.barudibali.com/cabe-rawit
Warung OchaIndonesian & Western RestaurantJl. Raya Seminyak No. 52 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 736 222www.barudibali.com/warung-ocha
Atelier 13French CuisineJl. Kunti No. 7 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 733 671www.barudibali.com/atelier-13
LemongrassExperience the Taste of Fine Thai FoodJl. Raya Seminyak No. 37 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 736 149www.barudibali.com/lemongrass
Fresh Sushi LoungeThe Best Original Japan FusionJl. Laksmana No. 5 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 736 834www.barudibali.com/fresh-sushi-lounge
Kaizan / K2Fine Japanese DiningJl. Laksmana No. 33 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 747 2324www.barudibali.com/kaizanwww.barudibali.com/k2
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Bugils BaliCafé & RestaurantJl. Dewi Sartika No. 1-BB (Tuban)Phone: +62 361 758 322www.barudibali.com/bugils-bali
Double DutchDutch Bar and Restaurant in SanurJl. Cemara Semawang No. 29 (Sanur)Phone: +62 361 270 554www.barudibali.com/double-dutch
Mama’s German RestaurantGerman Restaurant in BaliJl. Raya Legian (Legian)Phone: +62 361 754 831www.barudibali.com/mamas
KhaimaMoroccan Restaurant, Lounge & BarJl. Laksmana (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 742 3925www.barudibali.com/khaima
PassargadPersian Restaurant & Sisha CaféJl. Dhyana Pura No. 3 (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 738 857www.barudibali.com/passargad
TJ’sCalifornia-Mexican Bar RestaurantGg. Poppies I (Kuta)Phone: +62 361 751 093www.barudibali.com/tj-s
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Black Canyon CoffeeA Drink from Paradise Available on EarthSeminyak Square (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 738 029www.barudibali.com/black-canyon-coffee
Grocer & GrindBistro - Delicatessen - CateringJl. Kayu Jati No. 3-X (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 737 321www.barudibali.com/grocer-and-grind
Ifiori RistoranteFood - Wine - Chill OutJl. Kartika Plaza (Tuban)Phone: +62 361 750 158www.barudibali.com/ifiori-ristorante
Ma JolyEnjoy the Finer Things in LifeJl. Wana Segara (Tuban)Phone: +62 361 753 708www.barudibali.com/ma-joly
The JunctionStreet Side Café with Air-ConditionerJl. Laksmana (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 735 610www.barudibali.com/the-junction
Café BaliWith LoveJl. Laksmana (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 736 484www.barudibali.com/café-bali
Rio RestaurantBar & GrillJl. Raya Seminyak (Seminyak)Phone: +62 361 732 685www.barudibali.com/rio-restaurant
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Japan AirlinesJl. Raya Kuta No. 100-X (Kuta)Phone: +62 361 757 077/ 764 733
Malaysia AirlinesI Gusti Ngurah Rai International AirportPhone: +62 361 764 995/ 766 925
Singapore AirlinesI Gusti Ngurah Rai International AirportPhone: +62 361 761 574
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Amed
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.
Amlapura
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).
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Asahduren (Clove Plantation)
Asahduren Clove Plantation is located 20km inland from Negara. It Offers the beautiful sight from the greenery of clove plantations.
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 in the world: the Bali Starling.
Bali Bird Park
Bali Bird Park provides a home to almost 1,000 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 and South America.
Bangli
Bangli offers beautiful views of Mount and Lake Batur. Situated hundreds of meters above sea level, the breeze in Bangli is cool and refreshing.
Banjar
Banjar is a worth visit place to watch cockfight and Brahma Vihara Arama, Bali’s only Buddhist mastery. You can as well bathe at the Banjar’s hot springs during your visit there.
Batubulan
Batubulan is is an artistic countryside located in west part of Gianyar regency. It has been famous in Indonesia and all over the world which has been built based on an artistic blessing dance of Barong. The villagers sustain by both wood carving and stone sculpting, whereby the craftsmen can make up your order and arange the shipment to your home address.
Bedugul
Bedugul is a village located in the mountainous area connecting northern and southern Bali.\
Besakih Temple
Besakih is the most important, sacred temple in Bali. Known as the Mother Temple, Besakih provides spectacular views of the natural surroundings.
Batubulan
Pura Besakih - Mother Temple
Blahmantung Waterfall
Blahmantung Waterfall is located in the Pupuan area of Tabanan. This part of Bali is very fertile and receives a lot of rain. You can swim here, or at least go for a soak in the shallow water.
Botanical Garden
Eka Karya Botanical Garden in Bedugul was founded in 1959 and is the youngest yet the largest of the four Indonesian botanical Gardens.
Butterfly Park
The Butterfly Park is located 7km from Tabanan on the way to Panebel. It is the biggest butterfly park in Asia and it is perfect venue to relax with family.
Candi Dasa
Candi Dasa is located in Karangasem regency with less than 10km distance to Tenganan village. It was once a fishing village which later undergoing rapid tourism development, as now it becomes the best destination for embracing tranquility.
Candi Dasa beach
Celuk
Celuk, in the sub-district of Sukawati, owns the individuality and excellence in production of gold and silver crafting. Most of them are Balinese professional, artistic and skillful of design development related to the silver and gold crafting.
Denpasar
Denpasar is the capital city of Bali, with an estimated population of 500,000 people from different background living in the area. A number of Bali’s notable museums is located in Denpasar.
Denpasar - War Monument
Garuda Wisnu Kencana
Garuda Wisnu Kencana is a cultural park and a landmark with gigantic statue of Vishnu sitting on his ride, which is half man half Garuda bird.
Gianyar
Gianyar is the regency famous for artistic and high culture. As a tourism area, Gianyar has beautiful natural sceneries such as mountains and coasts.
Gilimanuk
Gilimanuk is the main port for traffic between Bali and Java island. Gilimanuk can be reached by heading west from Negara, or west through the National Park from Singaraja.
Gitgit
Located on busy traffic,11km south of Singaraja, Gitgit is the most visited waterfall in Bali.
Goa Gajah
Goa Gajah (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.
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 sacred temples in Bali, Pura Goa Lawah.
Goa Gajah
Jimbaran
Jimbaran is a fishing village which also houses some of the finest luxury hotels in the world. The beaches of Jimbaan are cluttered with seafood restaurants, where you can dine with your feet on the sand.
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Kintamani is the village with its impressive panorama located in plateau and also encircled by mountain atmosphere with the windblast from Mount Batur.
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.
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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.
Kuta - Poppies Lane
Lake Batur
Petulu - Bird Watching
Sangeh Monkey Forest
Lake Batur
Lake Batur is the widest lake in Bali which is surrounded by scenic view and cool atmosphere. It lies down in the feet of Mount Batur and Mount Abang, with hot spring activity right by the lake. It is considered as sacred place by the Balinese.
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.
Lovina
Lovina Beach is a 12 km stretch of coast to the Northwest of Singaraja in North Bali. It is considered one of the best places for family trip with its famous morning dolphin trip as well as other activities such as snorkeling and sightseeing.
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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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.
Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua is known as the home of large international five-star resorts. Many beautiful beaches with peaceful atmosphere can be found in this area.
Nusa Ceningan Nusa Ceningan offers many tourist attractions such as cockfighting and the unique seaweed farming.
Nusa Lembongan
Nusa Lembongan is a small island located 20km off the eastern coast of Bali. The island is known as a ‘virgin island’ with crystal-clear water and the local seaweed farming.
Nusa Menjangan
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.
Nusa Penida
The main attraction in Nusa Penida lies on the chance to see turtles, sharks, and reefs in crystal-clear visibility.
Nusa Serangan (Turtle Island)
Serangan Island is used as a turtle breeding ground with beautiful coral reefs. Another thing Serangan is known for Pura Sakenan, the famous Balinese temple facing the mainland.
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Padangbai is a small fishing village in East Bali. It offers the visitors with some of Bali’s most beautiful white sandy beaches.
Petulu
Petulu is a heaven for photographers who love the nature shots. Petulu provides awesome bird watching activity, where around 6,000 egrets living around the area.
Sangeh Monkey Forest
Sangeh Monkey Forest is located in the southwestern of Bali. The main attraction here is the monkeys inhabiting both the trees and the temple.
Sanur
Sanur is one of the Bali’s largest traditional villages and is also an established tourist area. It is known as the best spot for diving and snorkeling, especially surfing. It is also known as the ‘Sunrise Beach’.
Seminyak
Seminyak is one of the Bali’s top tourist spots with its natural appeal and great collection of fine restaurants. It also houses many of nice places to stay (hotels and villas).
Sing Sing Waterfall
Located 1km out of Lovina town, Sing Sing Waterfall is the perfect place for people who wish to see a waterfall and do not want to deviate far from the main food.
Singaraja
Singaraja was once the capital city 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 distinctve culture.
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.
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 ocean-front Hindu temple, which is one of the main temples in worship of Balinese Gods.
Tanjung Benoa
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.
Tegallalang
Tegallalang is a major area for handicraft production in Bali. There are several business in this area, but they are not visible to the passing-by tourits. The view here on the rice is amazing.
Tulamben
Tulamben is a small town on the north-east coast of Bali. It is now popular for its most famous dive site that contains a stunningly diverse underwater ecosystem, especially around the wreck of the Liberty Glo, a US Army Transport ship torpedoed by Japanese submarines in 1942.
Ubud
Ubud is largely known as a remarkable center of fine arts, dance and music. The spectacular view of green paddy terraces makes Ubud as one of the most visited areas in Bali.
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 Uluwaatu’s amphitheatre.
Uluwatu - Kecak Dance
Lake Bratan - Ulun Danu temple
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KutaKuta is dedicated to those seeking fun and sun in affordable ways. The area consists of busy laneways lined with bars and restaurants, basic accommodations and various stalls selling multitudes of items. Although often considered the ‘absolute ugliest’ area of the island due to its mix-bag tourism projects in combination with rampant commercialism, Kuta still manages to retain a slice of Balinese charm. The smell of incense wafts down the crowded gangs and offerings of brightly colored flower petals are laid out each morning to appease the gods.
LegianThe current Legian is packed with venues that turn this used-to-be sleepy hollow area into a spot that knows no rest with almost non-stop activities and crowds. More and more amusement centers like nightclubs, restaurants and shops are now making Legian a vibrant area that never sleeps.
TubanBeing a part of Kuta, Tuban doesn’t really share the loud noises and crowds of Kuta’s main party scenes. Villas and fine restaurants in this area are not really seen from the main road as they mostly take place beachside.
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Karma Developments
Rip Curl
BIMC SOS
ARC Clinic
WaterbomCanang Bali
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Espresso Bar
Seminyak/ Petitenget/ Canggu
SeminyakOwing to its high density of upscale shopping, combined with the clustering of many fine-dining establishments, Seminyak has rapidly become one of the most well-known tourist areas in Bali. In addition to a few commercial strips with popular and lively restaurants, bars and good crafts, furniture, and antique shops, there are a few notable establishments that have earned numerous titles as the best venue or party spot in Bali in various magazines. Land and accommodation prices are amongst the highest in Bali and plenty of luxury spas and hotels abound.
Petitenget & CangguPetitenget is where the chic ambiance of Seminyak continues. Although recently there have not been as many happening scenes as in Seminyak, emergence of a number of new stylish venues in Petitenget should indicate that this area would serve as the extension of Bali’s southern fashionable playground. Canggu, on the other hand, is where the ricefields are still widely spread and clearly seen, even due to its close proximity with Seminyak and Petitenget. A number of luxurious villas can be found within Canggu area – most of them are blessed with the tranquil view of the ricefields.
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Fabulously Feet
Bali Deli
Yut’s Place
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Ultimo
Khaima
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The Juncti
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Fabulous Bali Wedding Baby Belly
Bodyworks Spa
Osteria TeleseAmoaras Spa
Bali Architecture & Construction
Pantarei
Rio
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Chinoiserie
Lemongrass
Ryoshi
MixwellBali Joe
The Breezes
Tekor BaliRip Curl School of Surf
AJ Hackett
Queens Tandoor
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Pokito
Lio Collection
Pandora
SanurOne of the most pleasant aspects of Sanur is its large expanse of beachfront. A footpath that covers about five kilometers allows visitors to casually stroll and explore, stopping when they feel like it for a drink or snack at one of the many beach side restaurants. A large reef shelters Sanur’s white-sand beach, resulting in low-key surf that is ideal for beginner surfers and families with small children. However, swimming is only possible at high tide as low tide exposes the reef. Well-stocked bars and decently priced food and drinks have turned this area into a popular nighttime destination as well.
JimbaranAlthough Jimbaran now houses some of the finest luxury hotels in the world, its original color as a fishing village still remains. Unlike many other coastal areas in Bali that have wholly converted from fishing villages into tourist spots crowded with umbrellas, hawkers and surfboards, Jimbaran exploits its natural potential as a fishing village with the establishment of row upon row of seafood restaurants serving that day’s catch of fresh fish and crustaceans. Jimbaran is now known to be a haven of the finest seafood (both raw and processed) in Bali.
Nusa DuaSome of the most luxurious hotels in the world find their home in Nusa Dua. Yet, unknown to even some of its loyal visitors, Nusa Dua actually offers more than just ranks of five-star hotels and up-market restaurants and shops. For instance, the thousands who stay in the luxurious hotels within the Nusa Dua complex and Tanjung Benoa are largely unaware of a beautiful white-sand beach located just five minutes away on the southern edge of the peninsula, named Geger beach. Immediately north of Nusa Dua enclave is the peninsula of Tanjung Benoa that includes less exclusive hotels and Benoa village. As a mixed culture area, visitors can see a mosque and Chinese and Hindu temples in close proximity.
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Blue Oasis Dive
Crystal Divers
Blue Season Bali
Bali Soap
Atlantis
Scoot Fast Cruise
Absolute Scuba
La Piccola
Double Dutch
Fortune Cookie
Bali Prefab
As the home of Bali’s legendary artists, Ubud is all about culture, inspiration, meditation, nature and comfort. The area’s scenic rice fields, villages, art and craft communities, palaces and rivers are probably some of the top reasons that bring people to Bali. For more than a century, Ubud has been the island’s preeminent centre for fine arts, dance and music. Accommodations range from the cheap ones sited in the town’s center to the jet set retreats that sit high up on the edge of green valleys.
There are plenty of interesting things on the main streets, but most of the magic of Ubud is hidden away on the backstreets, backwaters and courtyards.
Ubud
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Nusa LembonganNusa Lembongan is one of Bali’s three small offshore islands (the other two are Nusa Penida and Nusa Ceningan) with tourist infrastructure; thus making it a popular destination for visitors to Bali. Lembongan is a destination to experience the abundance of marine life, coral beds, drop off walls and exhilarating drift dive. Lembongan’s white-sand beaches and clear water are just perfect for visiting sun
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worshippers. Unlike most beaches in Bali, there are no hawkers in Nusa Lembongan, with the sole exception of the boat guys who wander along the beach in the morning and ask you if you would like to join the snorkeling or fishing trips.
Getting to or from Nusa Lembongan is easy due to the numerous options. From Sanur, visitors are provided with several fast boat services as well as the traditional jukung boats (wooden boats). Alternatively, travelers can depart from Benoa Harbour, any of the Gili islands, or even charter their own helicopter.
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Lombok’s three sister islands of Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air are currently amongst the top alternative destinations for tourists visiting Bali. The three are tiny coral-fringed islands blessed with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water swarming with an array of coral fish. Known as budget stopovers in the old days, the Gilis with their rapidly increasing popularity now have diversified accommodations ranging from luxury villas to rustic yet chic bungalows for rent. Oceanfront restaurants and bars are also scattered around. Water activities, of course, are some of the highlights on the must-do list during a stay in these islands.
Each Gili has its own character and charm; Trawangan is known as the party scene, Meno is very mellow (perfect for honeymooners) and Air’s ambiance falls somewhere
between the two. The three islands, very fortunately, are pleasantly free from air pollution due to the absence of motorized land vehicles. Transportation means vary from the traditional cidomo (horse-drawn carts), horses and bicycles.
However, it’s important for you to note that the Gilis are homes to Muslim locals. Although bikinis are tolerable, it is advised for you to avoid any excessive skin displays – including public affection displays. You also need to tolerate the loud call for early Morning Prayer at around four or five in the morning. Restaurants and bars will run as normal during the fasting month of Ramadan.
The Gili islands are easily accessible direct from Bali with the current fast boat services available. Ferry services from Padangbai to Lombok run 24 hours a day. Morning flights from Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport to Lombok’s Selaparang Airport are also available daily.
The Gilis
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