East Bali Tours
by: baliesiaholidays.com
Tours to the east of Bali as one of the many
tours program in Bali, great experience and unforgettable memory
will you bring and tell friends,
Itinerary :
• Kerta Gosa
• Pura Goa Lawah ( Bat Cave)
• Tenganan Village (The Bali Age Village)
• Lunch at Candidasa (local restaurant)
• Visit Puri Karangasem
• Taman Sukasada Ujung
Kerta Gosa
Kerta Gosa is located in Semarapura town at the heart of Klungkung
regency, only 1 hour from Denpasar city. The entire clusters area
was originally named Taman Gili and Kerta Gosa was the name given
to two Bale buildings, Bale Kerta Gosa and Bale Kambang. Somehow,
Kerta Gosa is more famous than Taman Gili. The uniqueness of Kerta
Gosa can be recognized from ornamented ceiling illustrating popular
artwork conveying good against the evil painted with the 2-dimension
puppet style that the Kamasan village in Klungkung regency is renowned
for. As the worthy heritage of Semarapura ancient kingdom, Kerta
Gosa and Bale Kembang are now utilized as a sacred place for some
Hinduism ceremonies such. As historical complex, here the visitors
can also find the ancient and history items such as some pictures
of Klungkung King Family and its kinfolk.
Bat Cave Temple
Pura Goa Lawah or Bat Cave Temple is one of the most prominent and
historical temples in Bali named “Dang Kahyangan”, situated
at Dawan district, 9 kilometers from Klungkung regency. Inside the
temple you will discover a cave where thousands of bats are living
and occupying the entire spot. Further, a giant dragon-snake is
said living in the cave as well. Goa Lawah temple was constructed
by Empu Kunturan in 1006 Caka years. Out of the cave you will be
displayed the load of salt makers along the beach in front of the
blue ocean temple.
Tenganan Village (The Bali Age Village)
Tenganan Village is located in Manggis district, only 5 kilometers
from the main road of Candidasa. Here, the visitors can find genuine
traditional Balinese environment. Some of notable events are also
conducted periodically such as ceremony dances and gladiator performance.
The local people of Tenganan are famous for their thoughtful skills
in making ‘double ikat’ cloth and tied woven named “Gringsing”
with applying the unique weaving techniques. The houses in Tenganan
Village are built in rows, one-of-a-kind, and they seem like related
one to another. In front of the house, the native display the homemade
products. What distinguishes this village with the other places
is the existence of “Mekare-kare”, a Balinese ritual
performing warrior dance of young teenagers. The ritual is aimed
as indication that a young man has passed the requirements to be
part of the village.
Lunch at Candidasa (local restaurant)
Lunch at Candidasa is awesome, in the midst of beautiful surroundings
while enjoying the beautiful landscape, favorable marine activities
such as sailing and diving. Candidasa is a small and serene village
on the northeastern coast of Bali, located 50 kilometers from Denpasar.
In the midway between Amlapura and Denpasar you will find this tranquil
village, a tranquil coastal to see the best view of Lombok Strait.
If you see a large pond near the main road, then you have arrived
at Candidasa village. From here, you can easily reach the other
tourist spots such as Besakih Mother Temple, Tenganan Village, and
Lombok Strait. Since the village is relative quiet, here your senses
will be ultimately relaxed.
Visit Puri Karangasem [Karangasem Palace]
In the heart of Amlapura town, only 78 kilometers from Denpasar
city, the Puri Karangasem gracefully stands. This Grand Palace was
built by the first king of Karangasem by the end of the 19th century.
The key attraction of the Grand Palace is the unique architectures
blending three different styles, Balinese, Chinese, and European.
The Balinese style is reflected through the reliefs on the doorway
gates, the Hindu statue, and on the wall of building. The European
style effect can be captured through the entire design of the major
building and huge terrace named “maskerdam”. Meanwhile,
the Chinese architecture can be seen from the carving motifs on
the door, windowpane, and the decorative adornment in the whole
building. Another feature that will grab your attention is the main
entry gates towering about 25 meters in height carved from the red
brick-stones ornamented with puppet adornment.
Taman Sukasada Ujung
Widely renowned as Sukasada Park, the Ujung Recreational Park was
built in the south part of Karangasem regency and can be reached
from Denpasar by taking the highway of Ida Bagus Matra's Street
and then continued by going to the east part of Bali until you arrive
at Karangasem city center. At the first time, this recreational
part was built in 1921 by the King of Karangasem as the place for
rest and relaxation for the noble family members, or foreign official
guests. Taman Sukasada Ujung is shaped beautifully and surrounded
by large fish pond. This park has strategic position in the coastal
side, south part of Karangasem town and we can find many sources
of wellspring there. At the moment, the Taman Sukasada Ujung can
be considered as symbol of tourist destinations in east part of
Bali.
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