Bali - Top Tourist Attractions
Get Into the Bali State of Mind With These Top Attractions
When you think of Bali, you instantly dream of paradise. The island is, after all, the perfect definition of what relaxation is all about—simple, serene and sacred. Bali’s top attractions don’t include iconic buildings, historical monuments or luxurious boulevards. But visiting the island will take you to a journey of a lifetime, one that you will make you want to come back for more.
Marvel at the sight of majestic Uluwatu Temple.
Nestled at the edge of a 70-meter high cliff projecting into the sea, Uluwatu Temple is nothing like you’ve ever seen before. The temple is said to be dedicated to Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa and regarded as one of Bali’s top attractions because of its unparalleled beauty. But there is more to visiting Uluwatu Temple than just enjoying its sights because here, you’ll get to learn more about the local customs of the island including its traditional dances and drama performance during sunset.
Get a glimpse of local life at the Tegalalang Rice Terraces.
Perhaps no other place in Bali gives you a better perspective of the life of its locals than at the Tegalalang Rice Terraces. This iconic landmark isn’t only one of Bali’s top attractions because it is a great place to take great photographs; it also offers an insight on how the locals of Bali go about their everyday life. And if you’re looking to be surrounded by nature, this is the place to be where you can breathe fresh village are and get up close and personal with the locals.
Experience authentic Balinese art at the Agung Rai Museum of Art.
Bali’s local art scene is thriving, and if you’re going to visit one place to experience it, make it the Agung Rai Museum of Art. Agung Rai made his fortune in the 70s by selling Balinese artwork to foreigners. During this time, he also built one of the best private art collections in all of Indonesia now housed at the Agung Rai Museum of Art. One of the highlights of Agung Rai’s collection is the 19th-century work of Javanese artist Raden Saleh named “Portrait of a Javanese Nobleman and his Wife.”
Bask in the island vibe of Seminyak.
Seminyak has been a favorite of tourists for many years because this neighborhood has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing vacation. This area has some of the best beaches, restaurants, and bars on the island where tourists and locals love to soak up in the sun, enjoy a good drink and chill until late at night. Seminyak is also a great shopping destination with everything from designer boutiques to small local shops for you to choose from.
Finally, there is Padang Padang Beach. This spot in Bali’s ticket to fame came with the movie Eat, Pray, Love that prompted millions of tourists from around the world to make the pilgrimage to Bali, go to Padang Padang Beach and find their own serenity. Once a hidden gem, this beach is still perfect for swimming, surfing or just relaxing.