The Hidden Paradise

If you've only familiar with and only visit places like Sanur, Kuta and others during the visit Bali, it would be nice to find another tourist atmosphere. One place that is not less interesting and beautiful, but not much is known of the tourists is Bali Cliff. What is Bali Cliff?

Bali Cliff has three names as well as the Bali Cliff himself, Green Bowl and Hidden Beach. All three have reasons of its own. Known as Bali Cliff hotel was once there and named Bali Cliff and to facilitate the call and recall names of these sights eat dinamailah Bali Cliff. Then, also called the Green Bowl on the grounds that if we look at the beach from the air it will be visible shape that resembles a bowl of water. Bali Cliff also called Hidden Beach because his life is a cliff behind the beach so it's pretty hard to find.

Green Bowl or the Bali Cliff offers stunning panoramic views. Can look white sand that stretches, then a bluish color of the sea and the steep rock walls and tough is a bit of the beauty that can be mentioned. For those of you who are very fond of surfing, the Bali Cliff is an appropriate area to test the courage and adrenaline. Many tourists also visit one of the reasons for wanting to try surfing spots that are here.

Type of waves is a regional classic with normal wavelength and height is quite challenging. Basic beach consists of rocks Behati that if not careful it will hurt feet or other body parts. For the record, because the location is secluded enough that you are interested in going to visit Bali Cliff is expected to bring their own food supplies because there was plenty of food vendors that are here and are only open during daylight hours only.

Location

Bali Cliff was at the point 8 ° 51 089 'S 115 ° 10 207' E, Ungasan, Badung regency, Bali - Indonesia. (*)

Tampaksiring Palace is a palace that was built after Indonesia's independence, which is located in the village of Tampaksiring, Tampaksiring District, Gianyar, Bali. Tampaksiring name comes from two words of the Balinese language, the "tapak" and "siring", which means each and slanting palms. That said, according to a legend recorded on palm leaves USANA Bali, the name is derived from the former footprints of a king named Mayadenawa. King is clever and powerful, but unfortunately he is anger. He considered himself god and ordered his subjects to worship him. Due to the nature Mayadenawa it, Batara Indra angry and sent his armies. Mayadenawa ran into the forest. For his pursuers lost track, he walked by tilting the soles of his feet. That way he hopes his pursuers do not recognize the traces of her feet.
However, it can also be caught by his pursuers. Previously, he managed to create a miracle with the rest of the spring that poisonous causing many deaths his pursuers after they drank the water from these springs. Batara Indra then create another spring as the antidote to the poisonous water which is then named "Tirta Empul" ("holy water"). The forest area of ​​King Mayadenawa traversed by walking while the feet tilt was known by the name Tampaksiring.
The palace stands on the initiative of President Sukarno, who want a cool weather retreat away from the hustle of the city, suitable for the President of the Republic of Indonesia and their families as well as for state guests. Architect was R.M. Soedarsono and the palace was built in stages. Tampaksiring Palace Complex consists of four main buildings namely Wisma Merdeka and Wisma area of ​​1200 m covering an area of ​​2,000 m Yudhishthira and Function Room. Wisma Merdeka and Wisma Yudhishthira is the first building that was built in 1957. In 1963 all the construction is completed by the establishment of Government House and Wisma Bima.

Simak

Baca secara fonetik

Shocked is a delta island located in the middle of the Barito river included within the administrative district Tabunganen, Barito Kuala, South Kalimantan. Startled Island is located near the mouth of the Barito river. Startled Island has been designated as a nature reserve based on the Decree. Minister of Agriculture. 788/Kptsum11/1976 with area 85 ha.
The natural condition is quite critical of the island due to the felling of trees, especially trees rambai rice is a source of food for bekantan (Nasalis Larvatus). Proboscis Monkey mascot fauna of South Kalimantan province. Startled Island is a habitat for the long nose monkey (bekantan) and several species of birds. Startled island region is also one tourist attraction located in the forest areas in Barito Kuala District.
 

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Today in Bali and across Indonesia is Waisak Day. This is a Bhuddist holiday to celebrate the anniversary of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Bhuddism. The day commemorates the birth, enlightenment and death of Gautama Buddha. This celebration is enlivened by religious and social activities in Buddhist temples.

In Indonesia, the largest Buddhist temples, Candi Mendut and Candi Borobudur, both located in the Magelang Regency of Central Java not far from Yogyakarta, are the focus of interest and attract those observing the holiday and tourists.

Three major historical events are celebrated on Waisak. The first is the birth of Siddhartha Gautama. The second is the acceptance of the divine revelation under the Bodhi tree. And the third is the journey of Siddhartha Gautama to heaven.

These three big events occur exactly on the Full Moon Purnama Sidhi. Thus, Waisak is also very well known as Tri Suci Waisak or Three Holy Events. Buddhists celebrate Waisak by praying to their God Sang Tri Ratna as thanks giving for creating and maintaining the earth and its resources in harmony. It is very common for Buddhists to celebrate Waisak with the presentation of fruit, flowers and candles. For Buddhists, candles symbolize their philosophy of life, the sought-after enlightenment.

Geography & Climate
Lombok island is located east of Bali. Lombok geographically is almost the same size as Bali and, just as there are popular tourist areas on Bali, so Lombok offers a variety of destinations to suit different holidaymakers' tastes.

Tropical climate with warm and humid weather all year round. Temperature range from 21 Celsius to 32 Celsius. Wet season starts from November to May and dry season start from May-October.

 

The best time to come is in the month of May when the weather is just perfect with bright daylight and green scenery.

People & Religion
Population is about 2,5 million. The local inhabitants of Lombok are called Sasaks who make up 70% of the population are the predominant group with Balinese, Chinese, Arabian, and Javanese and other ethnics groups making up the rest. Bahasa Indonesia is the National Language, but English is widely spoken.

Lombok has three main districts with three capital cities: Mataram in the west, Praya in central and Selong in east Lombok. The majority of commerce is in the capital city of Mataram in west Lombok.

 

Islam is the majority religion, but all other religions are practiced freely. Every Friday around 12.30 noon, Muslims go to the mosques just like Christians go to church on Sunday.

If you are planning on traveling around the island and visiting small villages it is more respectable to wear slacks or knee length shorts, a shirt with sleeves or a sarong. If you happened to be here during Ramadan, which is the Muslim month of fasting from sunrise to sunset, please do not to eat, drink or smoke out in the open public during this month long fast. Even though the people don’t seem bothered in the common tourist areas like, Senggigi and the Gili islands, it is better to respect the people and not eat or smoke openly.

Wetu Telu
Wetu telu is an unique religion that that blends Islam - Animism and is only found in north Lombok.
It roots stem from the village of Bayan in the north. The people who practice this still consider themselves Muslims but they have their own rituals in addition to the normal Muslim ones. One such ceremony is Nyiu, that takes place 1000 days after someone dies. The relatives of the deceased offer material things like clothing, toothbrushes, food, dishes, mattresses, etc. so the deceased will be pleased in heaven.

Money & Local Currencies
When changing money there are many money changers in Lombok. The best rates are usually in Senggigi. Money changers prefer new, clean large bills and will accept smaller denominations at a lower rate.

If you have traveler’s checks the rate will be less than bank notes.

Be sure to count your money before you leave money changers.

You can also check local banks but the rate is slightly lower than outside. Re-count the money in front of the money changer reception is a must, as usually there's a quick tricky way how they can steal your money. A suggestion when changing money. If you plan on making small purchases be sure to carry small denominations with you because many sellers do not have change. The Rupiah come in denominations of 100,000, 50,000, 10,000, 5,000, 1,000, and 500, 100 in coin.

Vehicle Rentals:
Don't miss Lombok's beautiful scenery. If you choose to rent a car or motorcycles and drive yourself, you must have an International Driving License.

Renting a car is a good alternative to get around Lombok, either self driving or with driver so you can relax and enjoy the view. (Tip driver pocket money for meals if you stop for lunch or dinner). If you are pleased with service, tip ( Rp. 20,000 minimum). If you collide with anything, or it collides with you, you are responsible for all cost.

Motorcycles are a convenient and inexpensive way to get around the Island, but Tourists are frequently injured in motorbike accident. If you rent a bike, drive slowly and very defensively. Helmets are required by law but those provided by rental agencies offer little protection.

Business Hours
Indonesian work in the morning to avoid the heat of the day. If you need to visit a government office, arrive between 08 AM and 11:30 AM. This also apply to banks and private businesses. Government offices close early on Fridays and Saturdays. Generally offices are open 07:30AM - 3 PM Monday - Thursday, 07:00AM - noon on Friday. Banks and Government Offices are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Cell Phone
Cellular phone in Indonesia is GSM. If you have brought your cellular hand phone, you can purchase prepaid calling cards to make outgoing calls at lower cost than calling on your home SIM. Shops which sell these cards are prolific. Major service providers are: Telkomsel, Satelindo and XL Ritel. Look for signs and banners with those markings.

Health and Medical Info
Most hotels have on call doctors. For what it is known by Australian as "Bali Belly", Iomotil and Imodium eliminate Symptoms, but not infections. A fever along with the symptoms requires doctor prescribed antibiotics. Drink as much as liquid as possible. For discomfort, diarrhea, and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy food. Drink only bottled water or boiled water (air putih).

Peel the fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use sun block and hat. Sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from all over the world. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.

Things To Take Back Home
Wanting to take back something from Lombok? Lombok has great woven textiles like songkets and ikats that can be used as a sarong, wall hanging, table cloth and more. The design woven is special to each weaver and it is passed down through the generations before. There is a traditional hand weaving village in Puyung, central Lombok. You can even try on a traditional Sasak costume.

Banyumulek (West Lombok), Penujak (Central Lombok) and Masbagik (East Lombok) are famous villages in Lombok for making pottery. Lombok pottery has gained popularity and is shipped throughout the world. There is a wide range of selections and it can custom made to your liking. We hope to develop the economy of the area by directly meet them with serious buyer from all over the world.

There are many traditional handicrafts you could take back as a souvenir i.e. wooden masks, baskets made out of ketak grass, wooden boxes designed with bits of shells, or other things made from bamboo or rattan.