This sunny island famous chain of six volcanoes, the highest of which reaches 3014 meters in height. Bali just fascinates tourists with its ancient lake, which is conveniently located in the craters of volcanoes, spectacular scenery, beautiful beaches in the cozy lagoons and orchards. This is the only place in Indonesia, where the beach is strewn with white sand, other resorts have a coastline with a gray tint or black due to volcanic eruptions. The most famous coast of the island - it Dua, Jimbaran, Nusa, Lovina, Das, Kandy, Ubud and Sanur.
The island's capital - the city of Denpasar, which has a rich culture that is striking for its unique architecture. This city is located on the southern coast and is considered the best place on the island. This is where high-end hotels are located, and the sea is unusually calm, perfect for swimming. Deserve special attention Arts Center "Taman Vedi Budayya" and ethnographic museum "Negen-Propinsi."
The main attractions of the island, some of which should definitely visit: temple complex Pura Besakih, ("Mother Church"), the royal tomb of Gunung Kawi, the sacred "monkey forest" Alas Kedaton, which is surrounded by water "Royal Temple" rock temples in Yeh -Pulu, Pedzhenge and Pura-Samuan-Tiga. No less interesting is the sacred source and Monastery Pura Tirta Empul-in Tampaksiring, Turtle Island Serengan, cave bats Goa-lavas and more.
While vacationing in Bali, try to focus on what people here sport - surfing. The main places to practice - Uluwatu (for professionals) and Kuta (for beginners). Before class, give form as T-shirts and shorts bright colors to the instructor could distinguish his players in the water. Beginners issued soft board and helmet.
Local dishes are quite difficult to prepare, some of which you can try only on holidays. Meals other islands are available in all schools. This may be a chicken soup or steamed vegetables with peanut sauce. Some dishes to your liking resemble Chinese cuisine, are less acute. Suckling pig in Bali is considered a festive dish, exactly like a duck cooked in banana leaves (in Muslim areas do not eat pork).
To the table supplied with water or hot tea, as in the culture of the local people put sober. Perhaps this is why so few vines growing on the island, make wine exclusively for tourists. It offers a wide selection of alcohol: palm and rice wine, rice wine, beer, and European standard drinks. For dessert, try tropical fruits: dzhekfrukt, rambutan, durian and Salak.