City Overview & History
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Bali residents
Over 90% of the Balinese are Hindu with a small minority being Muslims, Buddhists or…
Bali History
Bali was ruled by the Javanese who laid the foundations of the Balinese culture today.…
Bali today
A few decades ago, the main forms of income for Bali were agricultural. Today, tourism…
Pubic Holidays
New Year’s Day (Jan 1), Chinese New Year (dependent on the lunar calendar) Birthday of…
Places to Visit
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What to do with Children in Tow
Bali Safari & Marine Park Hop on to a jungle safari with your children and…
Bali Barat National Park
Located on the western-most tip of Bali, this park covers an area of approximately 190…
Nusa Penida
This is a small island located off the coast of Bali, perfect for snorkeling, diving…
Health & Safety
Health and Safety
The Bali bombings by terrorists and extremists can be a Bali is crime-free and generally…
Hotels
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The Legian Bali Jalan Kayu Aya
This hotel is located amidst beautiful tropical gardens and has an excellent view of the…
Poppies Cottages
According to traveler reviews, this is one of the best budget hotels in Bali. Although…
Ananda Cottages
The cottages include a spa and yoga classes for its guests. Located about 25 minutes…
Ubud Sari Health Resort
The health program offered here is week-long and includes early morning walks in the rice…
Jimbaran Puri Bali
Although a budget hotel, the hotel is located on the beachfront of Jimbaran bay. It…
Shopping
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Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai Sanur
Set up by the roadside, these antique shops sell everything from doors, statues to even…
Tegun Gallery
Here you can buy a fusion of modern and traditional handicrafts such as wooden trays,…
Ubud Shopping District
Here you can find local fruits and veggies, boutiques, local handicrafts, Balinese lace and so…
Kartika Discovery Mall
If you’re looking for variety and can’t decide what to get, then head over to…
Threads of Life
Support fair trade, local artisans and female workers by buying from this non-profit organization that…
Restaurants
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Seafood Nikmat – Lombok
Jln. Panca Usaha 1 [Jln. Bung Karno], Cakranegara, Lombok. Phone: (0370) 634.330 Cuisine: Chinese, Indonesian
Masakan Padang
Jl. Werkudara [next to Rum Jungle Hotel], Legian Phone: 761.195 Cuisine: Indonesian
Mangga Madu
Jln. Gunnung Sari 1, Peliatan, Ubud Phone: 977.334 Cuisine: Balinese
Lada Warung
Jln. Hanoman, Padang Tegal, Ubud. Phone: 972.822 Cuisine: Indonesian
Halal Restaurants
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Jln. Panca Usaha 1 [Jln. Bung Karno], Cakranegara, Lombok. Phone: (0370) 634.330 Cuisine: Chinese, Indonesian
Masakan Padang
Jl. Werkudara [next to Rum Jungle Hotel], Legian Phone: 761.195 Cuisine: Indonesian
Mangga Madu
Jln. Gunnung Sari 1, Peliatan, Ubud Phone: 977.334 Cuisine: Balinese
Lada Warung
Jln. Hanoman, Padang Tegal, Ubud. Phone: 972.822 Cuisine: Indonesian
Festivals
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Bali International Jazz Festival
Extremely popular as jazz enthusiasts from across the Indonesia as well as the world gather…
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
October 7-11: An annual literary event attended by local and international writers, poets and critics.…
Temple Festival
All temples are beautifully decorated and are a sight to see for tourists. The main…
Nusa Dua Festival
A 10-day festival that happens in the Nusa Dua resort area. Celebrations include dances, music,…
Transportation - Getting Around
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Driving tips
Driving in Bali, as mentioned earlier, can be very tricky as not all roads are…
From the airport
The only taxi service operating from the airport is the Ngurah Rai Aiport Taxi (+62…
Organized Tours
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Jl. Wana Segara No 27, Gg. Handayani, Kuta, Badung, Denpasar, Bali 80361, INDONESIA 0361-9103453 www.balimuslim.com
Banyan Tree Cycle Tour:
For all those looking to see a different side of Bali, visit the farming areas…
Cycle Bali, Canoe Bali
This tour supports sustainable tourism and visits villages where people can buy local crafts and…
