Bali is the perfect international vacation destination for those who want to fancy an overseas holiday in the budget. The country is one of the most popular Island destinations in the world, with its world-class diving and surfing, a range of natural, cultural and historical attractions, and plentiful accommodation options.

The spectacular Beaches with great surfing and diving have made Bali the top tourist attraction not only in Indonesia, but in whole Asia.

Bali is one of more than 18,000 islands in the Indonesian archipelago. The island captures the essence of an authentic, exotic culture. The temples, ceremonies, artwork and music are highly evolved and practiced rigorously in daily life.

Reasons to Visit Bali

Here are our 10 main reasons that Bali remains a popular island destination for all types of visitors.

Explore The Beautiful Temples

There are an estimated 20,000 temples on the island. Each village is required by the law to construct and maintain at least three temples. The most common and practical architectural features to be found in virtually all temples are gazebo pavilions called bales. To enter any temple you must be appropriately dressed in a sarong and sash.

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan Temple is unquestionably one of Bali’s most grand temples.

Yoga Studios

Bali is a great destination for people who love exploring cultures and also for those who are seeking peace and serenity. The island is host to some of the finest yoga and well-being centers and retreats in the world. You can find an abundance of amazing yoga classes to suit all levels in most of the tourist areas.

Beaches

Most of the coastline of Bali is fringed by beaches. The island boosts surprisingly amazing long stretch beaches but Jimbaran Bay and Medewi beach top them all. Hear the morning breeze hitting your face and watch the glorious sunsets at the coast of the beaches. The beaches are itself the reason to visit. You can swim, surf, snorkel windsurf at Bali beaches. There are five major beach districts: Kuta-Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Uluwatu.

The beaches in Nusa Islands and Gili Islands are the world’s renowned for its aquamarine blue waters.

Beautiful Nature

From lush green rice terraces to hidden waterfalls, important areas of mangrove forest in the southeast, the climate, the landscape of Bali entice everyone who visits the island of Gods. All of Bali’s mountains are volcanoes.

Nusa Penida, Gili Islands, and Nusa Lembongan are the few pristine Bali islands where tranquillity, relaxation, and turquoise blue waters set the mood of the vacationer to the next level.

Rich Cultural Heritage

Learn more about the Balinese culture and go for a temple hopping tour. Watch Balinese fire dance and spot the morning rituals performed by the locals.  Ubud is the artistic capital of the island with several museums and a variety of informal workshops and retail outlets.

Scooter Adventures

Hire a scooter on rent during your stay at Ubud, and explore the countryside on two wheels. Scooter Adventures are popular among couples. It is one of the best ways to experience the beauty of Ubud. Please, remember that it is a requirement in Bali to carry an international driver’s license to ride a motorbike and to wear a helmet otherwise you’ll get fine.

Sunsets

Discover the glorious sunset at the beach towns like Uluwatu, Jimbaran, Kuta, Seminyak, and Canggu or you can enjoy the magnificent sunset views from the pool clubs at Padma Resort Legian. You can see beautiful sunsets everywhere on the island, especially on clear days. Even though sunset at rice fields or mountains are pretty too, sunset at the beaches are still our favorite!

Affordability

Bali is listed amongst the most affordable international vacay destination and is known as Island of God’s for its tropical vibes and serene climate throughout the year. Bali is amongst one of those budget destinations where luxury is found in cheap price. you can actually stay in luxurious resorts without going broke. The island is famous for its romantic resorts for couples. Bath in the infinity pool and take wellbeing lessons amidst the lush greenery during your luxurious resort stays.

Sportfishing

Bali offers way more to do than just sightseeing, cultural tours, visiting temples and rice paddies. Sportfishing is an increasingly popular activity with visitors to the island. Sea area around the islandhas a wide variety of fish species such as Spanish Mackerel, travelly, Wahoo, Mahi – Mahi, Tuna, Sail Fish, Barracuda.

Bali is the ultimate place where you can find anything. It is definitely that kind of place that has something for any kind of traveler with endless opportunities for exploration.

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