Joanna James
Hearing the name "Bali" alone conjures up pictures of unreal paradisiacal beauty; anyone who is fortunate to have visited Bali knows that unreal beauty is very much real on the Indonesian island. Come, discover the whole host of spellbinding Bali tourist attractions that await your indulgence.
20 kilometres off the coast of the pristine white sands of Kuta is arguably the most picturesque temple of the whole host of temples in Bali, the charming Tanah Lot Temple. Perched atop a rock and surrounded by turquoise blue waters — if this sight doesn't blow your mind away, nothing will. Tanah Lot sees tourists in droves almost every week, who come for, as you might have already guessed with so much ease, the impressive photo ops. The bewitching sea temple is undoubtedly a pretty sight to be admired all day, but it is at its most breathtaking at sunset.
Just up north from the key Bali township of Ubud are the picture-perfect Tegallalang Rice Terraces. Blessed with verdant rice paddies and sprawling lush greenery extending as far as the eye can see, the scenic terraced hillside is, without a doubt, one of the best inland views one can take in Bali. Get your fill of the jaw-dropping scenery and amble the trail further down the valley to enjoy the verdant paddies up close.
A short drive to Padangtegal Ubud will bring you to an evocative jungle setting, breaking you away from the city hustle and bustle. Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary — or Ubud Monkey Forest, as it is popularly known locally — is a well-preserved nature reserve that is home to a whopping 1049 monkeys, particularly Balinese long-tailed macaques, a local species of monkeys prominent in Bali. The entertaining troops of mischievous creatures and the untouched peaceful nature, both join forces to make for a quick getaway for those in Ubud and the vicinity.
Central Bali is the island's tallest peak and home to the famous Indonesian active volcano, Mount Batur — the charming mountain village of Kintamani. Aside from the magma-rich hill, another wonder of nature that Kintamani is known for is its gorgeous, massive Caldera Lake. The remote mountain village is popular among many tourists to the stunning Indonesian island, particularly among those craving a dose of adventure on their getaway to Bali.
No trip to the spectacular island of Bali would be complete without at least one slice of beach on the itinerary and the pristine white shores on the eastern tip of the island are undoubtedly one of the best of the bunch. Adding to the island's stunning coastline are the elegant hotels and resorts the likes of Anantara Ubud Bali Villas and the top-notch facilities at the best villas in Ubud.
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