Joanna James
The island of Bali is always an interesting place to visit. In Bali, avid shoppers will encounter a number of outstanding shopping attractions that are sure to capture their imagination.
The alluring Kuta Beachwalk will strike the interest of the shopping enthusiast with its numerous attractions. A relatively recent addition to the leisure options of Kuta, the distinctive Kuta Beachwalk is an eye-catching complex that will undoubtedly captivate the discerning visitor. Within its area, visitors will encounter an array of shops, entertainment features and restaurants including a host of international brand names and franchises. Kuta Beachwalk is a pioneering development for Bali as it boasts a one of a kind design which is quite unlike the appearance of a conventional shopping mall. You will see that its architecture, sizable ponds and water elements imitate the appearance of a local paddy field.
The appealing Ubud Art Market is always an interesting place to observe and stroll through as you will find an interesting selection of merchandise here. Within this art market, you will find goods such as lovely silk scarves, handmade bags, shirts, baskets, hats, kites, statues and a selection of other handmade goods. Adding to the appeal of this market is the fact that many of the various goods to be found within it are actually made in the nearby villages. Since the Ubud Art Market is situated centrally amidst the villages which produce artworks within the very heart of Ubud many visitors regularly frequent it to shop for Balinese souvenirs and handicrafts.
The popular Mal Bali Galeria is considered to rank amongst Kuta's biggest shopping attractions. As you might expect you will find an array of attractions here that will appeal to the modern shopper, such as fashion outlets, bookshops, restaurants, a Cineplex, a hypermart and souvenir stores in addition to regular exhibitions that are staged in its principal lobby and atrium. You will see that the front area of this complex features the Planet Hollywood Restaurant and a duty free store, whilst the rear section consists mainly of the Matahari Bali Galeria. With so much to see and do, the Mal Bali Galeria offers a complete shopping experience for the visitor.
The well-known Jenggala Keramik probably has the distinction of being Bali's most renowned pottery specialist. The workshop and display shop of this esteemed pottery maker can be considered to represent quality at its finest. This pottery maker commenced operations on a small scale in 1979; today it has developed to be a prestigious name for pottery as well as glassware operating in the international marketplace. At Jenggala Keramik visitors will have the opportunity to experience a workshop at which they can take pottery lessons as well as a gallery and showroom where exhibitions are frequently conducted. A choice of accommodation that you could consider from where this attraction would be within easy reach would be Anantara Uluwatu Bali Resort which may be regarded as one of the attractively located Bali resorts.
The well-known Discovery Shopping Mall is situated in the heart of Kuta and is renowned for the splendid beachfront views that it offers. This mall features a number of outlets offering internationally known brands such as Guess, Sogo, Giordano, Esprit and many others. The mall also boasts facilities like restaurants, banks, cafes, opticians, bookstores, pharmacies, jewellery stores, home accessories and game arcades. When it comes to replenishing your energies there is no need to worry as you will find plenty of foods and beverages here including everything from fast foods to restaurants offering fine dining.
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