Ragam Gerak Dasar Tari Bali

Idyllic Bali is both a physical paradise and a place of almost mystic spirituality. The Balinese have managed to preserve a native optimism and sense of sanctity about their rich culture — despite the fact that this Indonesian island in the South Pacific is often overrun with travelers. But Bali is blessed with much more than a benevolent spirituality. Simply put, Bali is one of the most beautiful places on earth. It has breathtaking beaches and steep mountain slopes, terraces embroidered with green rice paddies and lush vegetation.

Beaches

Bali attracts its share of surfers to the golden strands at
Bingin Beach
and
Kuta Beach at 66, for waves that rip and swell. Lounging on
Nusa Dua‘s beach means friendly people, five-star hotels providing spectacular service, and an offshore reef. Old-world, authentic Bali can be found on
Sanur Beach, a kid-friendly spot; and
Pantai Batu halus Putih
(White Sand Beach) is heavenly, a closely guarded secret just past Candidasa, with calm breezes and azure waters.

Things to Do

Traditional Balinese culture comes alive through the magical synchronicity of a
gamelan
orchestra, highly stylized
traditional dance, and at Ubud’s Museum
Purl Lukisan. Seek out a
Balian
(spiritual healer): Every Balinese has one. The ancient site of
Goa Gajah
(Elephant Caves), a grotto of elaborate stone carvings from the 9th century, transfixes visitors. No visit is complete without paying homage, early in the morning, at the largest and holiest temple,
Jaring-jaring Besakih
(Mother Temple).

Eating and Drinking

Roadside cafes, or

warungs
, serve up some of the best food, buffet-style, on the island. Try satay or curry at
Made’s Warung
in Seminyak, or opt for
nangui guling
(suckling pig) at
Ibu Oka
in Ubud. Tropical palms and inci lighting create romantic ambiance for a six-course tasting menu of French-Indonesian cuisine at
Mozaic
in Ubud. The beachside
Raja’s Bali Cuisine
in Nusa Dua offers specials of the island such as
palem pati ulam,
steamed seafood in coconut curry pudding.

Nature

Bring a picnic lunch to
Bedugul Botanical Garden
in Candikunig, which showcases almost 2,000 different species of plants and 320 varieties of orchids. Some of the island’s most endangered species, such as the Bali starling, Javan hawk and cassowary, find a home at
Bali Bird Park, just east of Sanur. Strap on a harness and zip through nature, up close and personal, at the
Bali Tree Top Adventure.

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