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December 01, 2009

Sunset Tanah Lot

If you like to see the sunset, it is good for you to visit the tanah lot temple. Almost every day except rainy or cloudy you will find what people say amazing. here is the amazing scene at sunset. Where you can see the sunset at tide water, or also you can see the sunset at low tide if you happened to come at that time. Both conditions have their respective advantages. If you come at low tide, you will be able to see and take pictures of tanah lot temple with sunset background right up close beside the temple. Besides that, you can also get closer to the source of holy water. You can ask the guards there to sprinkle holy water to you while praying for salvation to the God. It is an experience that you will never forget. If you come at high tide you will find a different scene, where you will be able to see Tanah Lot is tucked in the middle of the sea.



The most appropriate place and nice to see the amazing sights is from Enjung Galuh site. The place is located in the west or right of the Tanah lot tample. From there you can see the temple from a distance and also beautiful sunset. Experience impossible to forget. You can enjoy the beautiful romantic moment on the sunset time at Tanah Lot while having a tropical coconut drink which is available to be served on your request. It is the favorite place to visit in Bali where many tourist from local and international has visited it.

November 29, 2009


KINTAMANI

The villages of Kintamani and Penelokan provide a great view of the still active Mount Batur and its fantastic lake. Seven miles in diameter and sixty feet deep, Batur caldera is simply astounding. From Penelokan, take the road Kedisan on the shores of the lake where boats can be rented to cross over to Trunyan. The spectacular mountainous region around Kintamani with its deep Crater Lake and bubbling hot springs, make this region a must to visit. Batur Lake is the largest lake in Bali and the region offers some of the most spectacular views to be found anywhere on the island. Batur Lake also provides water for an underground network of streams and springs across the southern slopes of the mountain. Kintamani is really great for day trips, trekking or simply for getting away from it all for a few days.
The district is the earliest known kingdom in Bali, dating from the tenth century. The evenings get cool up here but it's well worth the stay overnight to climb the volcano and watch the sunrise. Many cheap cottages are available here.

Kintamani can run through Payangan or from Denpasar through the Sangeh monkey forest, Plaga and Lampu, arriving to the north of Kintamani. Bemos to Kintamani are available from Ubud via Sakah (notable for its huge "Baby" statue). They also run via Tampaksiring and Bangli. From Denpasar bemos leave for Kintamani from the Batubulan terminal until late afternoon.

November 27, 2009

Kecak on Tanah Lot

Besides the beautiful scenery that can be seen on the Tanah Lot Temple, you can also see the original colossal Bali dance. The Kecak, this dance is danced more than 50 people. This dance tells story the war between Rama and Rahwana. This war started when the wife of Rama is called Shita kidnapped by Rahwana to be his wife. Finally there was a war to reclaim the Shita from Rahwana's hand. Figures here represent the good of Rama while Rahwana symbolizing evil. Many people died during the war that happened, but that's war. In the end of this war, win by Rama with the help of friends and subordinates Hanuman. Hanuman is a white monkey who is very powerful at that time. With the fire that burned its tail because the battle, Hanuman burns Rahwana's palace by jumping from one building to another building. Meaning that can be drawn from this story is good in the end will always win against evil.

November 26, 2009



GALUNGAN DAY
Galungan Day is one of Balinese religious ceremonies celebrated in every 210 days like 6 months Balinese calender (1 month Bali calender is always 35 days). It literally means the victory of the good spirit upon evil spirit. During this special day, Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa of the Balinese Gods visit the earth.Galungan is the beginning of the most important religious ceremonies celebrated by Balinese Hindu followers. It is also believed that the deified ancestors of the family descend to their former homes.

The Galungan Day falls on Wednesday. All Hindu Balinese prepare their offerings a day before Galungan Day which is called Penampahan Day or a preparation day for related decoration. Other offerings are prepared by every Balinese women far a head of the ceremony.There are three important days of Galungan Celebration:Penampahan or Preparation Day :All men prepare special foods including chicken and pigs for the offerings. Special temple decoration such as Penjor shall be installed on every house main entry gate and temples.