Joanna James
Planning on going to Bali sometime in the future? There's a lot to see and do there including visiting ancient temples, active volcanoes, and of course, relaxing at the beach.
The Tegallalang Rice Terraces are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located about a 25-minute drive away from resorts and luxury residences for sale in the region such as Anantara Ubud Bali Villas. The real splendour of the rice terraces lies in the irrigation system. The paddy fields are structured in many tiers that cascade. And as a result, when one explored the rice fields here, they can enjoy a 360-degree view of rice fields all around and at different elevations. Another plus is that since the area is located at an elevation, the weather is colder here. Expect cooler temperatures than the norm and enjoy a refreshing breeze. Due to the scenic nature of this attraction, a lot of tourists spend a lot of time here taking selfies and photos of the landscape. Set aside half a day to travel to and from the rice fields as well as enjoy a couple of hours there.
Also known as Mount Kintamani, Mount Batur is one of Bali's active volcanoes and reaches an elevation of a little over 1,700 metres above sea level. It's a popular spot for hiking and if you want to enjoy the full experience, make sure to book a tour with a guide and head there early in the morning, so that you can reach the summit in time for sunrise and finish the morning off with a tasty breakfast to a backdrop of panoramic views.
Mount Agung is another of Bali's active volcanoes and lies to the southeast of Mount Batur and is quite a bit taller. It reaches an elevation of over 3000 metres at its highest point. In fact, its summit marks the highest point in the whole of Bali. Hiking tours here are common as well – many local tour operators offer hiking, trekking, and camping tours and excursions to both Mount Agung as well as Mount Batur.
The Uluwatu Temple sits on a cliff that lies at an elevation of around 70 metres above sea level. The views from here are extraordinary. For a mile, all you can see in the sky and then down below, the waves crashing against the rocks. Bali is known for its many old Hindu temples, and this is one of them. It's very popular with visitors to the country. When you're visiting other parts of Indonesia, you won't get to see many Hindu temples, since the rest of the country is populated almost entirely with practisers of Islam, so you'll find mosques instead.
Visit the Uluwatu Temple area during sundown to witness the delightful Kecak and Fire Dance performed against a stunning backdrop of the sunset. This is a Balinese Hindu dance and drama, which is believed to have developed during the 1930s.
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