What are the best places to visit in Bali?

‍suluban beach。Caves, reefs and the ocean form a very peculiar landscape, and in Bali, this feeling is unique to Uluwatu! The waves are very big, and when I went, I was basically a foreigner playing surfing, and I have to say that people are really daring.

It doesn't matter if you don't know how to surf, it's a small town above the beach with lots of bars and cafes, so it's a pleasure to sit down and have a cold drink, watch others surf and enjoy the scenery!

I don't recommend beaches, hotels and the like, there are many people who have recommended it, I recommend a place with local characteristics, and most people probably won't choose to go to this place, which is Uluwatu Temple.

And it is not the Uluwatu Temple that I would like to recommend, but the Kozak dance that is performed here at sunset.

The Uluwatu Temple is ancient and magnificent, standing on the top of a high cliff that falls straight down the blue ocean, the momentum is magnificent, proud of the temples, and the figure of facing the sunset is even more famous, so the best time to come here is at sunset. At this time, you can not only see the temple standing proudly in the sunset, but also the unique kecak dance here.

After buying the ticket, follow the ** to the **Kozak dance place, the U-shaped increasing staircase stands are already full of people, enclosing the middle performance place in the middle, and the vacant side faces the sea. There are a lot of people who come here to perform, and as far as the eye can see, there is a dense surge of people.

First, a group of men wearing characteristic aprons and bare upper bodies, speaking unintelligible language, besieging the city three times, doing some worship actions, and then all kinds of characters began to appear, women in exquisite costumes, strange dragons who looked like villains, monkey king Haruman, etc. Although I couldn't understand the specific plot and the content I wanted to express in the end, I was already impressed by the visual and auditory shock presented. Later, I learned that the Kozak dance originated from the sacrificial dance and is a dance with religious overtones.

The storyline is taken from the historical records of "La Mayana", and the core concept that runs through the whole performance is probably what we often call evil does not prevail over good.

When entering the Uluwatu temple, you must respect the local customs and be careful about the attire: if you are wearing a short skirt and not too knee-high, then you need to wrap a sarong; Those who go above the knee wear a ribbon around their waists, and these things can be picked up at the entrance. In addition, women are not allowed to enter the tour during their menstrual period. ‍‍

Bali is a seaside island, so when you go there, you can first see the sea and the beach, and you can also enjoy the local customs and different cuisines.

niang niang beach。Standing on the cliff overlooking this beach, the water is incredibly blue, the waves are long and big, like clouds floating in a deep blue sky, but it is full of vitality from the ocean, beautiful! ‍‍

Sanur! Although the beach was developed earlier than Kuta, it is not as noisy as Kuta, and the seaside is almost entirely filled with locals playing. Sanur is on the east side of Kuta, but the sea surface has a completely different calm from Kuta, although the sand is yellow but very soft, the color of the sea is deep blue, as if suddenly to the other side of the earth!

Lombok is just right next to Bali, about the same size, but it's a peaceful retreat known as the backyard of Western tourists. The scenery here is quite untouched, with many unexplored attractions, most notably the pink sandy beach. The most peculiar thing about this is the crater lake located in the crater, where the erupted magma and lake water are mixed together to form a unique "volcanic set of volcanoes" in the world! ‍‍

The Ritz-Carlton Hermitage has created a jungle riverview birdcage restaurant on the banks of the Ayung River, which has long been ranked No. 1 in Ubud on TripAdvisor. Of course, there is also the green school that was popular some time ago, and there is a bamboo homestay in it that is very ecological, and many people around Xiao T Jun want to go to it.

Ubud is located in the heart of Bali and is wetter than the south. For the faithful Bali, Ubud is her soul. Painting, dance, **, sculpture, all kinds of art are the food of daily life here, and the pastoral scenery is the most abundant gift given by nature.

If you go to Ubud, you can go to see the terraced rice fields and challenge the forest swing of the Internet celebrity; You can go deep into the mountains to hike or go rafting on the Ayung River; It is also possible to be baptized with holy spring water at the Holy Spring Temple in the northeast. If you like monkeys, the Monkey Forest Park is a must-visit to see Balinese macaques, which can only be found in Bali. If you think these are a bit pediatric, you can also climb Mount Batur and make a pilgrimage to the top of the volcano. ‍‍

The location of the water temple in Bali is a little norther, far from the regular resort area, but it is beautiful, World Heritage level, and the pattern behind the 50,000 rupiah. It can be inferred from this that the status of this thing in Indonesia is roughly the same as the status of Guilin landscapes, Potala Palaces and so on in China. ‍‍

Jatiluwih Terraces. Another terraced rice field in Bali, the Jatiluwith Rice Terraces, is much larger than the Tegralang Rice Terraces, which are gentler but also have a wider view, are more ambitious, and are a World Heritage Site. It's a pity that the road is relatively remote, so there are very few people coming.

Campuhan Ridge. It's a scenic hiking trail near Ubud, and although it's famous, it's a little less crowded than Ubud, which is often stuck in traffic. The ridge is flanked by Balinese canyons, tropical jungles, and some of Bali's uncommercialized traditional dwellings. ‍‍

1. Lembongan: Lembongan is an outlying island located in the southeast of Bali, which is quieter than the main island of Bali, as if you are in the Maldives. Known as the "Sea of Glass", the water is crystal clear, perfect for diving, and you can even see the creatures underwater.

In addition, there are many famous spots on the island, such as Dream Beach, Devil's Tears, and mangrove forests, where you can enjoy various water sports and explore the fantastic underwater world.

2. Jimbaran Beach: Jimbaran Beach is located in the south of Bali Airport, with a long and narrow beach, known for its spectacular sunset over the sea, and has been rated as one of the top ten most beautiful sunsets in the world. In addition to the sunset, open-air seafood stalls abound in the evening are also a major feature of Jimbaran Beach.

You can watch the sunset while enjoying a delicious seafood candlelit dinner. The beach is divided into two areas: old and new restaurants. The old restaurant district is close to the Four Seasons Hotel; The new restaurant area is located on the bay** and has more space.

The beach has well preserved its pristine appearance, and the villagers are unpretentious and welcoming.

3. Kuta Beach: Kuta Beach is the most popular coast in Bali, where the beach is flat, white and fine, especially suitable for tourists to play in the water and surf. Umbrellas and beach chairs are available for tourists free of charge by the sea, and there are numerous bars and restaurants on the shore, making it a holiday paradise.

The beach is bustling with small vendors selling Balinese handicrafts. In addition, there are a lot of seaside restaurants. In the evening, you can enjoy a delicious seafood meal while the sea breeze blows.

4. Lover's Cliff: Lover's Cliff is a cliff on the southwest coast of Bali, known as the holy land of love, where couples who come to Bali will take a group photo. Legend has it that a young man and woman fell in love but were hindered by their parents, and jumped into the sea here to die in love, so today people come here to hope that their love will be sweet and long-lasting, and many couples hold weddings here.

Perched on top of a cliff is the Tanah Lot Temple, built entirely of hard granite and facing the rough sea, one of the most majestic temples in Bali.