Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Map Bali

This contains a map of the popular tourist attractions in balinese and very attractive.



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Saturday, October 4, 2008

Besakih temple Bali

Besakih temple is the most important temple in Bali. Known as the Mother Temple, Besakih sits on the western slop of Gunung Agung, the most holy place for Balinese Hindus. Getting to Besakih from Kuta is quite easy. Simply head east towards Sanur, connections with the Kusamba Bypass at Tohpati. Follow the fast track coastal route until you see signs for Klungkung, at which point you head north looking out for sign for Besakih. You should be at Besakih in around 2 hours from Kuta. The temple can be a bit of a tourist trap, especially during the day. In the evening it quietens down and may be a better time to visit. Besakih does have a system of temple guides, which can be annoying for some people.

When I visited Besakih in 2003 I went with 6 Balinese people and was never approached by touts. I was also allowed to join my Balinese friends in visiting temples and receive blessings from the pemangku (temple priest). Inviting a Balinese friend to go with you or hiring a driver would be a very good idea if visiting Besakih temple in the daytime.

Besakih is not just one temple, but a large complex of temples extending up the mountain, over a distance of 3km. The offical opening hours are daily 8am-5pm. Entrance is 7,500rp, parking 1,000rp, camera use is 1,000rp and video use is 2,500rp. In respect to the culture wear a sarong and sash, available outside from the many vendors.

Besakih temple’s history dates back to megalithic times, with the most ancient section Pura Batu Madeg (temple of the Standing Stone) built around a central rock. Balinese people believe the founder of Besakih to be Sri Markandeya, a Javanese priest who was in Bali around the 10th Century AD.

Besakih was already very important to the Balinese by the time the Javanese Majapahits conquered Bali is 1343. After that time the temple became the central temple of the Gelgel and Klungkung courts.

Exploring the Besakih temple complex means a lot of walking and stair climbing. One strategy is to visit the largest temple, Pura Penataran Agung first, then take your time meandering the other points of interest. If you feel like checking out the more remote parts of the temple, head to Pura Pengubengan, which is 2km through the north at the northern end of the temple.

A little reading can make your visit of temple layout all the more enjoyable. According to Balinese Hinduism, the Trimurti or ‘3 shapes‘ of the Supreme Deity are represented in 3 separate temples. Pura Kiduling Kretek (Temple South of the Bridge) represents Brahma the creator, Pura Batu Madeg (Temple of the Standing Stone) represents Wisnu the protector and Pura Penaturan Agung, the largest temple represents Siwa the destroyer.

The Panca Dewata (5 gods of the 4 directions and center) are represented by 5 smaller temples. These are Pura Penaturan Agung (center), Pura Ulun Kulkul (west), Pura Gelap (east), Pura Batu Medeg (north) and Pura Kiduling Kretek (south).

Warungs and drinks sellers line the street outside Besakih.

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Saturday, September 20, 2008

Rent Car

Here is a collection of various car in Bali in accordance with the taste and your needs. Some brand cars are available, such as Toyota Avanza, Xenia Diahatsu, Suzuki APV, Karimun Estilo, LGX deer, Karimun, Jimny, Ferosa and so forth. To order, please contact us via email or phone and SMS.

Find out the reasons must also choose the e-KutaDOTcom as a partner in your holidays in Bali: full insurance for cars and passengers, are guaranteed the most affordable price, friendly service and satisfaction, the car in good condition, Cars can be retrieved and returned in the Airport / Hotel.
We believe that many rent a car in Bali, but one thing that distinguishes us is how we serve you. Your satisfaction is a pride for all of us here.

* = Self Drive Car Rental without drivers per 24 hours, minimum rent 2 days
* Plus Driver = Package + car driver Driver for 10 hours, not including the price of gasoline.

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Thursday, September 11, 2008

The best -top ten - in Bali

Top Ten in Bali

1. Hunting Photo / Art Works

After the cruise port of Gilimanuk or from the Ngurah Rai Airport, Bali provide unique atmosphere at each stop in the front. Enchantment of nature, tradition and cultural heritage was on the works of art and the building. Silent witnesses of the Bali can be found in the Museum of Nusa Dua, Ubud and Klungkung. Expression of the arts and artists of Bali and the world of artists recorded in the studio, the home of artists, also in the shops, art items and antiques.

2. Browse

All can be explored. Bali owned natural human world. They run on the dike field, mengekplorasi plant drugs, climb mountains, around the village with traditional natural vegetation in the surrounding areas. Tourists normally cycling, horse, rubber paddle boat in the river, or in the VM or jeep lincah. Also, you can run in the bottom of the sea, although the same can not swim once, a kind of helmet beroksigen become a tool of adventure with your fish and various corals.

3. Spa

Subtle, Soft, and Wangi! Skin care and body with a touch of herb and traditional Balinese participate maintain health. Spa services available with a variety of different quality of the good atmosphere in the hotel / villa or in the special service Spa. Find reasons why some Spa Bali Spa was selected as the world's best.

4. Shopping in Pulau Dewata

Quality cloth, various model clothes, jewelry, furnishings, room decor / house available in the local fabric store Denpasar, Tohpati, Mas, Ubud. Also, the merchant and trader cloth, batik, weaving and ready to serve regardless of any request you.

5. Dining & Meeting

Beautiful day to gather with their friends, eat special food, drink, enjoy a variety of taste, art accompanied traditional music and entertainment. Balinese provide panoramic beaches, sun-up / down, slope cliffs, tropical gardens, the atmosphere edge pool, river, or in the hills, valleys and mountains. Living in accordance message your pocket and taste, quality of service standards are international.

6. Villa

Hundreds of hotel and villa in Bali western, central, east and south. According to price and class, is available at the hotel under the Rp.300.000, - a range of Rp. 300.000, - until Rp.1.500.000, - and reach the dwelling Rp.60.000.000, - per night. Simplicity and elegance in Bali. Pulau Dewata, holiday-friendly place for all people.

7. Cruises

Explore the Bali! Visit the tropical island of Bali as Lembongan Island, Ceningan, Nusa Penida, a variety of service that is ready to serve your request. From Bali, the tourists often go to Gili Trawangan, beach Lombok, Komodo and Flores. Machine ships equipped with high quality standards for passenger shipping equipment such life preserver, and the professional, comfortable way to provide this. Explore the waters, seabed salami beautiful archipelago, as a dolphin dancing on the surface waters of Bali.

8. Night

Partying and dancing! Entertainment band, famous DJ, swing, Bartender and pampered all night. Options on the beach party, or intimate places two, Bali ready to welcome you with a party or group who want to be alone with nature. Borrowing the words Dr. Samuel Johnson, "If you fed up in Bali, you bored with your life.

9. Diving

Water tanks mirror, penetrate colorful coral reefs with fish around, moving. Do not be afraid! Dive operator licensed always ready to oversee and help you! Coral reefs, colorful tropical seas in the world traveler to Bali to enjoy. Special services are also available for people with disabilities who want to run on water. The paralyzed can walk in Bali. Enjoy the wonders of nature Bali.

10. Message through Travel Agent

Hundreds of international berstandar travel agent in Bali. They were ready with the best professional services and best prices. Enjoy your holidays and events in Bali with the trusty guide.
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