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12th Things To Do In Bali

 is Visiting Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave

Goa Gajah ( Elephant cave ) Location

Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave is a tourist site that is located in the village of Bedulu, Blahbatuh district, Gianyar regency, about 27 km from Denpasar. Goa Gajah or Elephant cave name is derived from the word, a word that appears in palm Negarakertagama compiled by MPU prapanca in 1365 AD.

Story of Goa Gajah ( Elephant Cave )

Goa Gajah built in the eleventh century AD, when it is being conducted  by King of Sri Astasura Ratna Bumi . This cave functioned as a hermitage, it is proved by the presence of niches in this Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave . In addition there is also a nearby cave pool with seven statues of Widyadara-Widyadari ( angels ) who was holding the holy water. Total there are seven statues, but when I lived there only six in number, according to the clerk of the statue was moved to another location, the earthquake a few years ago. The six statue is a symbol of the seven sacred rivers in India, the birthplace of Hinduism and Buddhism.

Goa Gajah temple has many ancient relics. Because the temple is visited by many foreign and domestic visitor. Goa Gajah or Elephant Cave can be divided into 3 parts. Here also there is a Hindu's most sacred buildings are very old around the Tenth century AD.

What are there inside the Elephant cave ?

There is a Hindu shrine shrine shrine-built after the century. While the third existing building Buddhist relics predicted by existing experts around the 8th century AD contemporary of Borobudur temple in Central Java.

Recess cave in the eastern part there are three big phallus lined up on a pedestal, while in the western part of the cave there is a statue of Ganesha in the form of T. Happens in the upstream cave there are three symbols of Shiva Linga or Sang Hyang Tri Purusa. While in the down level is a statue of Ganesha is the son of Shiva in the Hindu pantheon system. Because of the Ganesh statue is by Miguel Covarrubias's cave called Goa Gajah.

Functions god Ganesha in Hindu worship system is as Wighna-ghna Gods and the Gods Winayaka. Wighna means obstacle or challenge. Worship God as Lord Ganesh is worship to get spiritual guidance in order to become self-reliant in the face of obstacles or challenges of life. Ganesha is worshiped as the god Winayaka is to get God's guidance in developing life wise. Ability to face challenges and develop this wisdom as a first step to achieving a peaceful and prosperous life on this earth.

Front side of the Goa Gajah

In front of the cave there is a statue of Iron in a sacred bathing pool since the time buried in the ground. Currently serving head office Kriygsman Antiquities in Bali, the baths were excavated in the year of  1954. In Goa Gajah or Elephan Cave there is a statue bathing called Widyadara and Widyadhari ( angles ). These statues were six showers. The three lined up in the north and three in the south. This angel statue is placed on top of a lotus or lotus pedestal. Padma is a symbol of the universe place of Hyang Widhi ( GOD ).

In the middle, there are statues of male symbol Widyadhara. The six statues Widyadhari drain the water from the center there are statues and statues of milk. Water flowing in the pool as a symbol of fertility. Purpose Linga worship God with symbols as a medium for motivating the emergence of fertility. Phallus was divided into two parts: the base and the Predana called Yoni symbol that stands above the yoni called Linga. The bottom of the rectangular-shaped phallus symbol of Brahma Bhaga, upon the octagonal symbol of Vishnu Bhaga.

In the octagon elliptical. Here's a peak as Shiva Bhaga. In this Linga worship ceremony splashed with water or with milk. Water or milk is accommodated through the channel yoni. The water that is sprinkled into rice fields and plantations pleading agricultural fertility.

Shower statue was a symbol of fertility water flows to build agriculture in the broad sense. In Canakya Nitisastra, water was declared one of the three Ratna Bumi Permata.

Temples function and story of Goa Gajah

Herbs food and medicine as well as words of wisdom as the two other gems Ratna. Hindu shrine at temple of Goa Gajah in addition to the existing heritage building in the Hindu Shiva Pasupata the next time there is a cult of Hindu temple in the days of Hindu Shiva Siddhanta has grown. Because it's in the south east a bit to Goa Gajah, there are several shrines. There are statues called Pelinggih supply Limas and Limas Mujung as Pelinggih Pesimpangan or transit temple of  Batara Gunung Agung or Agung mountain and Mount Batur's God.

There is Pelinggih ( temple ) called Gedong as ancestral shrines of Gusti Bedaulu ( king of Bedaulu ). There is also pelinggih ( temple ) called Queen Park as Vishnu worship as god of water. As the temple in general, there are also several auxiliary buildings. Such as the shrine Pengaruman, place of offerings when the ceremonial, both this temple ceremonies and  other Hindu holy days.

More ancient relic of Hindu heritage in Goa Gajah temple is a relic of Buddhism. Outside the cave on the western side there are statues of the Buddhist Goddess statue Hariti in Bali called Men Brayut. This statue is depicted as a woman who took a lot of children. In Buddhist mythology, Hariti this was originally a woman's flesh-eating human flesh, especially the children. After this Hariti studying the teachings of the Budha, Hariti eventually became a deeply religious and compassionate children.

End of Goa Gajah Elephant Cave

In south Elephant Cave through trenches found in attitudes Dhyani Buddha statues Buddha Amitabha. Buddha Dhyani Buddha Amitabha in attitude is the Mahayana Buddhist pantheon system as a Buddhist protector westbound universe. Thus three kind of form of Hindu and Buddhist religious buildings in the Pura Goa Gajah or Elephant cave temple. Hopefully this 12th things to do in Bali able to give you more idea when visiting Bali.

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11th Things To Do In Bali 

is Visiting Dreamland Beach Bali

Location of Dreamland Beach in Bali

Dreamland Beach Bali is a tourist spot located in the south of Bali in an area named Pecatu. Dreamland beach surrounded by high cliffs towering the beach and surrounded by a pretty large of rocks around the beach. This beach location is in Bali Pecatu Graha complex is about 30 minutes from Kuta beach.

Advantage of Bali Dream land Beach

Dreamland beach itself is almost similar to the Kuta beach. White sand and a steep gully eye sight is so appealing to the eye. Location of white sandy beach just below the narrow steep rock walls perfect for enjoying the sunset or simply watch the surfers attractions. The Dreamland's waves is high and high demanded by the water sports surfing lovers, even Dreamland surf spot has become a sort of new to the area of Bali.

Story of the Dreamland Beach

Because the origin of the name Dreamland was used in this area there is a housing project and tourist attractive object destination. But the project is cancelled and neglected while the villagers of Pecatu who lived as farmers really wish the project is completed and they could pursue other business in the field of tourism. Because of that the land around the beach now being called Dreamland Beach.

Dreamland Bali is a Beach with beautiful courtyard was originally just a small dot of area 900 acres owned by PT Bali Pecatu Graha was a scene in the year 1996. An area that was bought to be transformed into a resort super luxury called "Pecatu Indah Resort".

It is said that it will be combined with the resort tourist area, while utilizing the natural beauty and authenticity, as well as environmental protection. The resort owner, Tommy Suharto, son of former President Suharto, wanted to create a tourist neighborhoods and most unique in the whole of Southeast Asia tourist destination. But as the Indonesian monetary crisis and the crisis swept away the credibility of leadership and finally, this mega project began to be fade after all. So what do you thing about this 11th things to do in Bali ?

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10th Things To Do In Bali 

is Visiting Celuk Village

Things in Celuk Village

Celuk village Sukawati, the first thing that we can imagine is a lot of gold silver handicrafts, why ? The answer is simple because of this Celuk Village Sukawati is source of Gold silver handcrafts in Bali and also famous as a tourist village. Celuk Village, Gianyar, Bali can be visited every day to see the artists which is the villagers itself who are creative to make gold and silver jewelry with high quality result. Here, we also able to buy any jewels directly that shown or displayed in the window directly in the workshop of the artist. 

 

Lication of Celuk Village

Attractions located in Celuk Sukawati, Gianyar regency, Bali. It is strategically located in the path of tourism Batubulan - Sukawati - Ubud - Kintamani, located in the network such as village artisans Batubulan, rock and Mas. Be achieved with a distance of 15 km Northeast of Denpasar. If you rent a car or tour towards majoring in Ubud or Kintamani, it is very easy to visit this Celuk village, because you will pass it anyway.

 

Skill and Product of Celuk Villagers

 Almost all the population is Celuk gold and silver craftsmen, skilled in the arts and develop creative designs and variations associated with gold and silver craft in which its products have entered all types of market such as local market in Bali, national Market in Indonesia and even international market eg. Australia, Asia, America and Europa. Various types of jewelry creations and variations can be found here, either as Bali Holidays souvenirs or export commodities produced in this village such as many kind of rings, bracelets at any sizes, necklaces with a lot of motif & design, earrings, Bros and various other types of jewelry. Are you a shopping lovers ? Just hurry up to visit Celuk Village in Sukawati, Gianyar regency, Bali - Indonesia.

 

Gold and silver handicrafts produced in the village of Celuk Village which have high-grade of quality and are able to produce in large quantities. Almost all of the family and the villagers of Celuk are skilled in developing creative and artistic designs and variations. Because of this attraction is famous for its silver crafts, therefore they are visited by many domestic and foreign tourists daily. Still doubt to add this to your things to do in bali list ?

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9th Things To Do In Bali 

is Visiting Bukit ( Mount ) Jambul

Bukit Jambul Bali or Jambul Mountain in Bali is ones of the best tourism object in Bali and recommended as things to do in Bali. Known as a tourist destination due to the harmonious combination between the amazing hills, rice terrace, valleys and the beautiful of ocean view. 


 

Which Part of this Mount Jambul must be visited ?

From the highest part of the mount Jambul,  we can enjoy the natural beauty below this lovely mountain. If you vacation or visit and participate to Besakih Bali Travel, you will pass through this location, it is easy to stop by while enjoy your lunch. 

 

Where is Bukit Jambul Location ?

Bukit Jambul or Jambul Mountain in Bali is located in the traditional village called Pesaban, Nongan village, Rendang district, Karangasem regency, Bali. Bukit Jambul attraction is located 8 km from Klungkung regency, 51 km from Denpasar or 15 km from the Pura Besakih or besakih Temple. This place is located on the border between Klungkung and Karangasem regency, then as informed earlier, if we want to visit or tour to Besakih Temple through Klungkung, we will automatically pass through Bukit ( mount ) Jambul.

 

As a stopover place, which is at an altitude of 500m above sea level, Bukit Jambul or mount Jambul has quiet cool weather with fresh air, as well as presenting a very beautiful natural scenery. From the above we can see a stretch of hills and valleys with a mix of rice acreage terrace. Our eyes are also pampered with a sea view as seen from above. And from a distance it we can see the Nusa Penida island chain. A truly must things to do in Bali for your Bali Holidays.

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8th Things To Do In Bali 

are Enjoying 

1. SeaWalker Bali

 

SEA WALKER Bali is a memorable experience when you are Walking beneath the water, twiddling with plenty of fish in vast species, Coral plantation, explore the ocean.

Personal Seawalker Bali Experience

I would love to share some of my experience: Once you got into the sea, automatically you feel like on the plane with a little unwell in each of your ears but there are trick or tips to unravel this by move your jaw left - right, you may close your nose by your hand or breathe as much as possible ( to be sure, no water will come into your head helmet ).

Directly i felt and imagine that I am a space traveler, why ? attributable to very little gravitation, restricted element and sometimes you need to jump if you want to move away to other places.

But overall, the foremost vital issue is you'll see, though and play with plenty of fish with vast species. Amazing things to do in Bali....!

Absolutely, memorable experience and you must to try this lovely activities to completed your Bali Holidays on this paradise island.

1. Pantunan Valley view

The beauty of Pantunan Valley - good for Bali things to do

Bali was awarded its unparalleled natural beauty, after we explore the ocean under the Sea, now is the time to enjoy the indulgent view from above the Sea. Bali is not only a local or a tourist lure domestic tourists, but also luring foreign tourists so that they come again and again to Bali. For tourists, Bali is a haven of beauty reincarnation in the world. Or in other words, Bali is a paradise for nature panoramic world interesting and very beautiful.

About Pantunan Valley

One of the main attraction in Bali is Pantunan Valley area. This has advantages Pantunan valley rice fields are located right in the bottom of the small hill with the beauty that is difficult to cast into words and supposedly equally with beauty skinny-Tegallantang ( long rice field ) tour in Gianyar Bali. Because of its potential is what initially made ​​the local government plans to maximize the potential that significant amounts of revenue.

Is it Popular place in Bali ?

But unfortunately, until now it seems to just be a desperate hope that hangs in the sky as empty implementation. Pantunan valley was asked to stand and rely solely on its beauty without any serious attempt to provide facilities and or build it into a reliable attraction. As a result, many potential advantages it is only dormant what it is and of course also implies that the revenue from the tourism sector in the Valley Pantunan which is also what it is.

Origins of PANTUNAN VALLEY

In terms of language, Pantunan it means "rice". So Pantunan Valley is a valley of rice tourist displays. Naturalness Pantunan Valley is apparently being extra allure for tourists so that they make the Valley Pantunan as favorites to visit. In addition to rice, in this valley location there are also several pieces of springs that have different functions. One is Sudamala springs that are commonly used by local communities for Pelukatan (self-cleaning).

Location of PANTUNAN VALLEY

Pantunan valley in the village of Bang Sidem, Tembuku District, Bangli regency, Bali.

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7th Things To Do In Bali 

is visiting Besakih Temple 

Besakih Temple in General

Besakih temple for your next things to do in Bali. Besakih temple is the center of religious festivals for Hindus in Bali, therefore it is also called the mother temple in Bali. Besakih Temple is Bhuwana or its juice Padma world shaped lotus symbolized.
Besakih Temple is a temple complex located on the slopes of Mount Agung, which is the highest mountain in Bali, located exactly in the Besakih village, Rendang district of Karangasem regency, Bali.

How to get Besakih Temple

If you use a car or join any four wheels vehicles to the Besakih temple from the Airport will take approximately two – half hours drive to the east of Bali. Besakih temple’s area is vast, if you wish to explore more about this Besakih temple, you may have spent about 1 hour to get around in the area adjacent to the place. The attractions that located near the Besakih temple is famed site rafting, a water rafting that take place at Telaga Waja River. Including Besakih temple in your Bali Holidays plan is a must, because you will find a lot of Balinese people here wearing Hindus uniform and a lot of attraction like Barong dance, mask dance, puppet show and much more.

 

Design of Besakih Temple

Besakih Temple’s complex consists of one center is called Pura ( temple ) Penataran Agung Besakih and companion by 18 temples which is 1 Basukian temple and 17 Other  small temples. All Hindus especially in Bali, has a temple penyungsungan (praying place) called Pura Pedarman according to their dynasty, which is a heritage from generation to decline. Penataran Agung ( the greatest praying field ) is the largest temple in the complex of Besakih Temple, the temples  are much more than others, the ceremony also most in the region's Penataran Agung ( great field ). Here there are 3 main temples which are the sacred essence and symbolized the whole building in Besakih Temple. 

Padmasana-Tiga ( three ) is a symbol of God in accordance with the nature place of Tri Murti, namely Brahma the Creator god, Vishnu the Preserver god and Shiva as the fuser god. Besakih Temple comes from a very old age, because of the many megalithic relics, such as stone throne, pyramid patio structure found in the complex of Besakih Temple.

What we get in Besakih Temple ?

Visiting Besakih temple providing a strong spiritual feel,  completed with spread of the natural landscape of the height which make  it looks so beautiful. Especially if you get the Dark Temple occupies the top position in the temple complex. If you are a tourist and will pay a visit to the temple area, you must be accompanied by a guide / local guide, they set up a tour for a regional organization of Besakih area and for their services, will be charged extra about USD 5 – USD10, depending on the number of participants.

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6th Things To Do In Bali

is Visiting Bedugul Botanical Garden  

A perfect things to do in Bali is by visiting the nature tourism object of Eka Karya Botanical garden or well known as Bedugul botanican garden, Tabanan, Bali which is fully surrounded with Green trees, cool weather and completed with shouted birdsong brings a different atmosphere, when we enter the area Eka Karya Botanical Garden in Bedugul area Bali, Tabanan, Bali.

Location of Botanical Garden Bedugul

Located about 80 kilometers north of Denpasar, Bali Eka Karya Botanical Garden may be one option traveled. Located in upland wet or 1,240 meters above sea level, making Bedugul Botanical Garden has a unique and distinct compared to other botanical gardens.

With the cool air which is about 18-20 degrees Celsius, with trees dominated by  Pine and Palm, visitors will feel the freshness that is not found in the other attractions on the island.

Visitor of Botanical garden Bedugul

Visitors can enjoy a variety of species is a collection of botanical gardens. Currently, there are 2200 species of plants, or about 20,000 species spread over an area of ​​157.5 hectares. Among the collections of Begonia collection, orchids, Cactus, Palm, and other nail trees.

Quite simply spend IDR 7 thousand per person, visitors can freely along the botanical gardens in the village of Candi Kuning ( yellow temple ), Tabanan Baturiti. The air is fresh, the atmosphere is comfortable and beautiful, so I feel at ease here.

The man who took his wife enjoy the atmosphere of this botanical garden said, the atmosphere is presented is difficult finding a tourist attraction in the other tourist attractions in North Sumatra.

Bedugul Botanical garden is the most attractive tourists destination, it is evident from the high interest both within and outside the community of Bali including foreign tourists. Based on the record of the manager, known in one year, the number of visitors reached an average of 350 thousand people. Of these 10 thousand of whom were foreign tourists.

July 15 botanical garden founded in 1959, is the only work typical of the nation, because the other three botanical gardens in Cibodas, Bogor and Purwadadi, is a legacy of Dutch colonial rule.

Addition possessed distinctiveness, this botanical garden is also a pride for the citizens of Bali as one of the pioneering is native son named Bali I Made Parks, the initiator of the first President Soekarno of Indonesia Ir.

Exixtance of Botanical Garden in Bedugul

The existence of this botanical garden has four functions for conservation, research, education and tourism. Conservation is intended to preserve and develop the various species of plants such as begonia that has now been registered in Begonia Association of America in 2008.

For research purposes, this botanical garden is pretty much the object of other research scientists at home and abroad. Some foreign researchers came to the botanical gardens such as France, England, Brazil and other countries.

While the purpose of education, in this location there are plants that reach thousands of specimen collection and comes with a variety of services and facilities services that can be used by visitors. Tourist attractions Bedugul Botanical Garden is also as a natural laboratory.

Unfortunately, the natural beauty of Bedugul Botanical Garden, has not managed optimally. The proof of the whole area, only 70 percent are managed, the rest are still grows wild. Limited human resources, the budget constraint faced by the manager of the classics.

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