Bali - tips by travel authority Howard Hillman

Bali

a travel wonder in Indonesia

Why Bali is special

The island of Bali in Indonesia is a traveler's dream-come-true - and offers visitors an exciting variety of things to do and see.

What to do

and see in Bali

A sampling:

Rice Terraces

Rice terraces thoughout the world are photogenic. Of all of them, those in Bali are the most beautiful.

Traditional dance & music

Balinese dance entertains and uplifts your spirit. And nothing is more mesmerizing than the haunting percussion sounds of a Balinese gamelan orchestra.

Arts & Crafts

On a per capita basis, Bali probably has the most accomplished artists and craftsmen on earth. Skills include painting, stone carving and wood sculpting (including elaborate masks - see photo).

Temples

Bali is nicknamed the Island of the Gods because it has over 10,000 temples. No trip to Bali is fulfilled without observing a festive temple ceremony.

The Ubud experience

Ubud village and its surrounding lands rest among lush hills and rice terraces. It's the artistic heart and soul of Bali.

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Bali Guide

Clicking the button above provides you with candid tips & insights that will help you better plan and enjoy your Bali trip. For example:

Top 10 - It ranks and describes Bali's Top 10 sightseeing and cultural attractions.

Maps - It has maps, including one that shows you where Bali's best known attractions are located on the island.

Nearby islands - It has a mini-guide to nearby Indonesian islands that make exciting side trips from Bali. These include Lombok and Komodo Islands.

Color photos - It has over 20 pictures.

Hot tips - It has a hot tip sheet helping you avoid mistakes made by Bali visitors before you. The topics include: