Ulun Danu Beratan – a Sacred Temple in the Middle of Beratan Lake Speaking about the must-visit temple in Bali, Ulun Danu Beratan should not be skipped from your agenda. Being located in the middle of Beratan Lake, the location and architectural design of the temple making it unique. Another fascinating fact about Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is that the lake itself is located on the edge of a large crater. Not only that, but the view around the lake is exceptionally fantastic. Being established in 1556, Ulun Danu Beratan is an ancient site and considered one of the most sacred temples in Bali. This temple is built to honor Ida Batari Dewi Ulun Danu, the goddess who protects Beratan Lake and it is named after her. Along with goddess, the temple is also used to worship three main Gods of Balines Hindu people, they are Brahma, Vishnu, and Siva. Entering Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, you will see several Meru’s or pagodas.

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.

Tanah Lot Temple is also a popular Hindu Temple in Bali. It is usually visited as the last stop if you join Tanah Lot Tour packages. Tanah Lot consists of 2 words; Tanah means a reef that looks like Gili or a small island and Lot means the ocean. So, Tanah Lot basically means a small island floating on the sea. The name is given not without any reason. Tanah Lot Temple is literally located on the rock in the middle of the ocean. So, you can imagine the spectacular view that you can enjoy when you visit the temple. You will be able to enjoy the stunning view of the ocean here. If you are a sunset admirer, Tanah Lot Temple is one of the best places in Bali to see the sunset. The holy temple looks so gorgeous,especially during the sunset. You can see the temple from several points. When the seawater is going tide, you will see the temple is surrounded by the water. So, it looks like floating on the seawater.

Ubud Royal Palace, known also as Saren Agung Palace, is a tourist object in Ubud, Gianyar, Bali. This location is almost always included in Bali tours for its beauty, history, and uniqueness. The palace itself has a long history as it was built since the 8th century by a religious leader named Rsi Markendaya. He established the palace on the foot of Mountain and provided water sources for people’s farming activities. Ubud Royal Palace is also quite close to the city center where the art market is located. The market was founded by Ida Tjokorda Putu Kandel who commanded the area from 1800 to 1823. Until now, the Ubud market is the economy symbol of people in this area. Additionally, the palace is equipped by a big auditorium or Wantilan inside. There is also the legendary Banyan tree functioned as a shelter at the daytime. Being a royal town for more a hundred year, Ubud Royal Palace is one of the most recommended objects if you are in Bali.

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 bali. 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.

Scenic, terraced hillside offering rice paddies amid lush greenery, plus zip lines & jungle swings.