10 Most Favorite Sites in Bali, Indonesia

For such a very long time, Bali has become one of the most popular places to visit worldwide. Somehow, it feels like Bali has a little bit of magic here and there, the exotic place, the strategic location, the unique art and culture. In short words, this island is so attractive, as it can attract millions of people worldwide to come here day. For some of you who plan to visit this beautiful island by next holiday or perhaps, more interestingly, if that will be your very first time of coming, better check this ten most favorite sites that won’t be a regret for putting them in your destination list.

1. Kuta Beach

For so many decades, this beautiful island is so well known by its beautiful beaches, which one of the most popular one is the Kuta Beach. Located at the Badung area, this beach is just about one and a half kilos from the airport and about five up to twenty minutes from its downtown. This beach is also known as the sunset beach, as we can see the beauty of sunset everyday from here.

2. Sanur Beach

Becoming the opposite of Kuta Beach, Sanur Beach, which is located at the East side of Denpasar, is commonly known as the sunrise beach. It is very popular for surfing place. There are also provided the diving and snorkeling facilities.

3. Dreamland Beach

Locating at around the Bukit Unggasan area, it is one way to the famous Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK). This beach was actually the beach that used to be the places for surfers only; but nowadays it becomes more popular and crowded as more and more people have known it. Its dramatic view of the beach and sea can be seen from the high cliffs surrounded. Those areas have always been the tourists’ favorite for taking pictures.

4. Seminyak Beach

This beach, which is also called as the Dhyanapura beach, is located at around the Seminyak village. It has soft and sloping sand. Around, you can find many restaurants, hotels and villas to spend one or more nights of holiday.

5. GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana)

GWK stands for Garuda Wisnu Kencana, which is symbolized by a giant Wisnu God Statue of 20 meters. Here, travelers can enjoy the magnificent scenery of sunrise and sunset.

6. Sukawati Market

This market is one of the most popular art markets, not only in local areas, but in international as well. It is located at the Sukawati village, Gianyar. It takes about 30 kilos from the airport, with 45 minutes of driving. This market is very well-known because it sells so many Balinese clothes and traditional crafts with a very cheaper price.

7. Bedugul

Located at Baturiti sub district of Tabanan, Bali, it takes time about an hour and fourteen minutes to reach this area from the airport. Also, it is about 40 km from Singaraja city. Bedugul is very famous mountainous area of all Bali. It presents you a peaceful atmosphere, and the scenery of nature, like mountain and lake.

8. Tanah Lot

By driving for about thirteen kilos to the west side from Tabanan city, you will meet a village named the Beraban Village. There, you can witness one of the beautiful temple surrounded by cliffs, stones, and sea, named Tanah Lot. From the airport, it can be reached in an hour if there is no traffic jams.

9. Nusa Dua

Nusa Dua is one complex of Bali tourism that consists of beautiful white sand beach, hotel resorts, and many others. All the Nusa Dua areas look so neat and set beautifully, the trees, the cleanliness, and the maintaining process are all well preserved. Reaching this place will be about 40 km from Denpasar, and or 8 km from the airport (30 minutes drive).

10. Art Center

The Bali Art Center, just like its name is the Art Center of all the Balinese culture. It is built to facilitate the art and culture of Balinese, like can be used as painting exhibition, traditional dancing, and or any other Balinese art performance.