Bali is a piece of paradise in the world; from the north to south and east to west part will give wonderful stories to us. Bali not only offers the culture and the places, but also the valuable local wisdom. Do you want to explore more in Bali? Here are several locations must be visited.
KERTAGOSA
Located in the heart of Semarapura Town, Kertagosa is one of beautiful historical sites in Bali. In the ancient times, this place is used to announce important news, such as Judicial Legislation, punishment, etc by the king. Actually, Kerta Gosa is not stand alone, but Kerta Gosa is part of the Puri Semarapura royal palace. It features two main structures, first, a grand hall named Bale Kerta Gosa with ceilings filled with Kamasan or wayang-style paintings, and second, the Bale Kambang ‘floating hall’ (Bale Kambang is surrounded by the pond).
KUSAMBA
It’s not really a big village, yet you can find a unique experience. You can discover the salt making by local people using traditional tool from the taking seawater, sand leveling tool, water filtration equipment and salt drying equipment. Kusamba also offers magnificent view of the Hindia ocean with the black sand which surrounded by tropical mood.
GOA LAWAH
Located on Karangasem regency, Goa Lawah litterally means “bat cave”, situated in the north part of Goa Lawah temple, this cave is a nature cave dwelt by more than hundres of tail bat. This temple was established in the 11th century by Mpu Kuturan, one of early priests who laid the foundations of Hinduism on the Bali island.
TENGANAN
Tenganan retains its ancient pre-Hindu customs through a strong code of non-fraternization with outsiders and the Tenganese people who move out of the village are not welcomed back, nor are their spouses if the village people get married to outsiders. Further, they enforced by the protection of its surrounding walls so they can preserve their local wisdom and custom. You can see that, it is a symmetrically laid out Bali Aga village with a walled homes and unique crafts. Bali Aga was the original inhabitant of Bali, before the arrival of Hindu Javanese.
TIRTA GANGGA
The name Tirta Gangga refers to the water palace It’s build in 1948 by Karangasem King, Anak Agung Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem. Tirta Gangga surrounded by beautiful pools and fountain, lush green garden, several stone carvings and statues. Because of the the water of Tirta Gangga always regarded as holy so it uses regularly for religious temple ceremonies. When the date of important celebration is coming Tirta Gangga become more colorful, you can see offering, flags, penjor, etc.
Departure Time: 08.00 – 08:30
Duration: approx 10 Hours
Tour Inclusion :
Tour Exclusion : meals fee and any other personal (optional) expenses
Note: a minimum of 02 people per booking/tour is required.