One of the most popular dances from Bali is Barong and Keris Dance. It is a kind of trance dance which means it must be performed by professional dancers only. Uniquely, Barong and Keris Dance is only shown in the morning. It is different from other traditional trance dance that is conducted at night anyway. Tourists and visitors are interested and curious about the dance, not only because of the trance thing but also for the story. The story is actually quite mainstream, about the good versus evil. But since it is performed artistically, it can touch the audience more simply. In the story, the good figure is represented by Barong and the evil figure is namely Rangda. Other characters appearing in the dance are a monkey, Rangda’s bodyguards, Goddess Kunti, and God Shiva. As information, not all stages in Bali present the dance.

Heading for Ubud Art Village, some art villages along the way such as Celuk village for fine silver jewelry, Batubulan village for batik village, Mas Village for fine woodcarving, and painting crafts

Ubud Market is easy to find since it is located in the tourism center of Ubud Bali, not far from Ubud Royal Palace or Puri Saren Agung. The marker is the society and economy symbol of people in Ubud. Although it is well-known as an art market, the area is actually divided into 2 markets. The west side market is where the real art market is placed. In this market, you can see and buy many souvenirs like paintings, dolls, puppets, curtains, clothes, accessories, and more. They are made with Bali characteristics so that you should not miss this chance out. On the other hand, another market is for daily needs like vegetables, fruits, meats, and more. Although this market is commonly crowded by local people who are shopping, it is not bad also for tourists to buy what they need here. Yes, fruits and vegetables sold in the market are very fresh and tempting.

Including Kintamani Village on your list while you are visiting Bali is a must. Kintamani can be touted as a tourism area. It is located under the Mount Batur caldera. Thus, many visitors take a short trip to enjoy the breathtaking scenery while having lunch. Everything you need can be found in this area. The air is fresh and cool. Even in the daytime, you can get 21 C for the temperature. Thus, taking a soak in a hot spring nearby would be a good idea. Kintamani has at least three main attractions. These places are mostly visited spots by tourists. Those are such as Batur Natural Hot Spring Kintamani in Toya Bungkah Village, Mount Batur, and Lake Batur which located in Penelokan Village. As we have mentioned earlier, having lunch in Kintamani is another fun you must try. Most restaurants in this place offer buffet lunch so you can enjoy the local cuisine as much as you like. Buying a tour package to visit Kintamani Village is a good idea

Tirta Empul Temple is one of the largest temples in Indonesia. The temple is dedicated to worship Vishnu while Tirta Empul itself means the holy water spring.The temple complex was built for the firstpresident of Indonesia in 1954. Just like any other Hindu temples in Bali, you need to pay attention to the dress code. Wearing a sarong is required and make sure your clothing covers your shoulders and knees. You can bring your sarong or simply rent one at the entrance. The entrance fee is required and the price list is available in the ticket counter. At the central courtyard, you will find the tourists mingle and some sellers sell snacks or fruits. The purification pools are located at the Jaba Tengah. People believe that holy water can cure various illnesses and bad luck. This place is pretty crowded while the pool is only 20 meters long and five meters wide. Still, Tirta Empul Temple is one of the must-visit places in Bali.

Located in Buleleng, Gitgit Waterfall is suitable for you who love adventures and natural recreation. It is the main icon in the area. The height of the waterfall is around 35 meters and surrounded by tropical trees. Be ready to get amazed with the stunning view of Gitgit Waterfall. Among 5 waterfalls in Buleleng, Gitgit Waterfall is the most popular one because it can be easily reached. Reaching Gitgit Waterfall, you will pass coffee plantations, rice fields, souvenir shops, and food stalls. The atmosphere is fresh, peaceful, and natural. This tourist spot is a perfect place if you want to escape the crowd in the town. Gitgit Waterfall is the highest waterfall in Bali. Beautiful hills and tropical trees complete the gorgeous look of Gitgit Waterfall. The water is clear and fresh, making visitors and tourists tempted to feel the freshness. Do not be worried, you are allowed to do so, anyway. Be careful because the waterflow is heavy.

The word of Wanagiri originally comes from Balinese language. While the word “Wana” means forest, “Giri” means hill. If you combine them, the two words create a new meaning, “hill of forest”. The popularity of this amazing place is rocketing soon after it is introduced to public a few years ago. It is a romantic place for couples. Many tourists, but domestic and international, come to Wanagiri Hill to enjoy the breathtaking views of Buyan Lake and Tamblingan Lake that are also popular as the Twin Lakes. This is the name given since the two lakes are located closely from one to another. You can see the beauty of the Twin Lakes right from the viewpoint of Wanangiri’s top hill. Aside from the great panoramic views, Wanagiri Hill offers many other things to visitors. Meanwhile, for photography lovers, Wanangiri Lake will provide you with a lot of beautiful places to allow you to take picture with a jaw-dropping natural landscape as a background.

Beratan temple is a temple dedicated to the goddess of the lake is Ida Batari Dewi Ulun Danu on the edge of a huge crater. The dominant shrines are Meru’s (pagodas) dedicated to the lake goddess and the gods of Mount Batur and Mount Gunung Agung, the largest volcano in Bali. The temple was built in the 17th century in worship of the main Hindu trinity, Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva, as well as the lake goddess, Dewi Danu. The sight and cool atmosphere of the Bali uplands have made the lake and this temple a favourite sightseeing and recreational spot as well as a frequently photographed site.

Some of you are probably already familiar with the iconic Handara Gate. It is located in the area of Handara Golf and Resort Bali, north Bali. The gate connects Bedugul and Singaraja Buleleng. Handara Gate looks pretty among beautiful gardens, green nature, and mountains at the background. Handara Gate is made from exotic traditional Balinese ornaments and carvings. You can clearly see and feel Balinese cultures through the carvings and ornaments. The gate has been sturdily standing for 22 years now. The location of Handara Gate is strategic. So, if you visit the recreation area, try to visit this tourist spot. Especially if you love to hunt Instagrammable tourist spots to update your social media.