Antiques gallery.

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Antiques gallery.

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Antiques gallery.

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For centuries, the Balinese incorporated arts and crafts into their religious rituals. The earliest examples of Balinese paintings date back as far as the mid 1400s. As European artists began flocking to Bali in the 1930s, Western influences were gradually introduced. The concept of art for art's sake began to appear in the works of some artists who turned from the more usual religion-inspired images. Collectible art can be found in galleries located mostly in Ubud. A seemingly endless collection of traditional crafts – weavings, carvings, pottery – and attractive paintings are available in virtually every village and hamlet throughout the island.

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The works of famous local and international artists are on display at this gallery.

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When Spanish painter Antonio Blanco married a Balinese lady, the former Indonesian president honoured him with a patch of land in Bali. Blanco's works can be found in Bali and in art galleries and private collections around the world. His beautiful house is now a gallery devoted to his work.

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With the focus on the artist's vision of Bali, Ganesha Gallery exhibits a different local or international artist each month.

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The IB Marka Gallery is home to a massive collection of wood carvings. Visit the carvers in their workshop next to the gallery!

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With the emphasis on modern paintings, this gallery exhibits the works of local and foreign artists.
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Neka Gallery is home to a fine collection of traditional Balinese-style paintings as well as some modern paintings.

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Wood carving – a skill dominated by clerical families – is passed on from generation to generation. The talent and tradition of master carver IB Njana is alive today in his son, Tilem. Wood carvings of the finest quality are displayed in his gallery.

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Painter Nyoman Gunarsa combines the ancient Balinese ‘Wayang’ or puppet shapes with more abstract strokes. His paintings depict stories from the Indian epics Mahabharata and Ramayana.

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The Puri Lukistan Gallery, established in 1954, is dedicated to showing the works of local painters. It is an excellent place to get an overview of the stylistic differences between artists.

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Rudana Gallery presents a fine collection of traditional and contemporary Balinese paintings.

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The works of local and international female painters are exhibited in this gallery.

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Discover Bali Bird Park, home to more than 1000 bird species of which 250 are rare and exotic. Spectacular rainforest walk-in aviaries, beautiful natural surroundings, and guided tours with resident biologists make for an unforgettable visit. At the same time, visit Bali Reptile Park. See the famous Komodo dragons!

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A small village where stone statues of fanged demons, noble warriors and animals of all shapes and sizes are left displayed under shady trees. Young boys and old men are accomplished stone carvers in Batubulan and can be seen plying their craft by the roadside. Batubulan is also famous for daily performances of the Barong Dance from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. More drama than a dance, the Barong story depicts the age-old struggle between the good and righteous (the Balinese call it the path of Dharma, or ‘Right-Doing’) and the agents of destruction.

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The spectacular mountainous region around Kintamani, with its deep crater lake and bubbling hot springs, makes this region a ‘must see’ on any Bali itinerary.

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The spectacular mountainous region around Kintamani - with its deep crater lake and bubbling hot springs - makes this region a "must see" on any Bali itinerary.

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Don't leave Bali without visiting the truly unique and spectacular Indonesian elephants. Located in the cool jungle-forest of Desa Taro (20 minutes north of Ubud), the Elephant Safari Park offers you the chance to feed and interact with the wonderful creatures in a natural setting. A 30-minute elephant safari ride is available to those who wish to do more than just look. Then join the elephants as they take a bath, immersing themselves in the cool waters of the lake. Elephant safaris are suitable for all ages.

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Gunung Kawi (Mountain of Poets) is an 11th century sanctuary with gurgling springs and rock-cut memorials to long-dead kings.

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Mas and Kemenuh villages, located on the way to Ubud, are renowned woodcarving villages. The Nyana & Tilem Gallery has a collection of quality wood carvings.

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North of Tampaksiring lies the sacred spring of Tirta Empul. Legend has it that the gods created this rejuvenating pool after their army was poisoned by the demon king, Mayadenawa. It has been onsidered to be a holy place since the 10th century.

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Widely considered the most beautiful view of rice terraces in Bali, this is a popular tourist stop. Be careful not to stand too close to the edge and expect lots of children and adults selling souvenirs.

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Come and join the fun at Waterbom Park where more than one kilometre (close to a mile) of top quality water slides wind through landscaped tropical gardens in the heart of Kuta. Relaxation is the key at Bali's only water park and there are plenty of activities to choose from – a leisurely voyage down the lazy river, a scenic slide through tropical vegetation on the jungle ride, or the sheer excitement of the race track where speeds can reach up to 50 kilometres (30 miles) per hour. All sports equipment and slides at Waterbom Park are maintained to the highest international standards. The water is naturally chlorinated using sea salt and there are Australian-trained lifeguards on hand at all times to ensure complete safety.

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Celuk and Singapadu villages, located on the way to Ubud, specialize in gold and silver work.

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World famous for decades as an artistic community, Ubud is home to its own magic. Set in a particularly beautiful natural setting, Ubud's gracious way of life has drawn celebrities and artists from all four corners of the world, some of whom have adopted the village as their home. The small villages surrounding Ubud are fascinating venues featuring a variety of arts, crafts, music and dance.

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Escorted bicycle trips can be arranged with Bali Adventure Tours. From Kokonut Suites, follow the Ubud trails through rice paddies and terraces, ride to Uluwatu, visit Jimbaran village, enjoy a 1.5-hour bike ride to Penestanan village through rice fields and past villages and temples on small local roads. Off-Site tours can be organised by Sobek. Full-day trips generally last around seven hours including breakfast, lunch and driving time.

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Experience the thrill and adventure of a lifetime as you steer yourself down the Ayung River in a canoe, kayak or raft. Instructors are on hand to lead you through the more than 25 sets of challenging and fun-filled rapids. Detailed instructions by highly trained experts are given before you start. The river is rated Class II to Class III so it is suitable for most people even if they have never rafted or kayaked before.

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On the beach at Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay. Enjoy the complimentary use of the water sports equipment on the beach of the Jimbaran Bay Resort. Hobie cats, boogie boards, catamarans, windsurfing equipment, lasers, paddle skis, and snorkelling attire are available as well as aqua shoes for protection. No motorised water sports take place at Jimbaran Bay.

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Cruises and sailboats can be booked easily.

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Sobek's whitewater rafting trip on the magnificent Ayung River is one of Bali's most sensational tours. The Ayung is a fast-flowing river that carves its way through soft volcanic rock to produce a series of exciting Class II rapids such as Snake, Montok and Pinball. Journey through narrow, deep-sided gorges that pass through tranquil rice paddies and a stunning jungle scenery, while observing rural Balinese life. Sobek is located in Begawan village.

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Padang-Padang Beach (30 minute drive)
Next break down from Ulu. Park your car or leave your bike at the top of the beach or take the path from Ulu. A very hollow left made more dangerous by the proximity of a cliff. Hati-hati! A lost board usually means the end. Needs a big swell to show. Very dangerous below mid-tide.

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Bingin Beach (30 minute drive)
Next channel down from Padang. A clean, fun, hollow left good up to 7. Best at low to medium tides. Kick out before the inside ledge starts to suck out. Usually crowded with surfers who want a break from Ulu.

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Uluwatu Beach (30 minute drive)
Home to the world famous left, with three main areas depending on the tide. The Peak is a high-tide break, peeling down to the inside past the cave. It handles small and large swells from the right direction. Race Track, during mid-tide, starts in front of the cave, peeling down the line past Big Rock. Use your discretion on length of ride. Breaks best up to 8 with straight-line swells. Outside corner is a low-tide wave and anything over 12 you might want to paddle out from the next beach. If you can't fight the current and get into the safety of the cave, swim down to the beach.

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Suluban Beach (30 minute drive)
A favourite playground for surfers, the Annual Surf Championships are partly staged here. Jimbaran, around the corner, is good for swimming.

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Canggu Beach (45 minute drive)
Lave ledge, with a left and right, the best break being determined by size and swell direction. Take a left turn from Kerobokan village, north of Legian.

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NyangNyang Beach (30 minute drive)
A horrendous climb down a steep cliff yet so worth it.

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Close to 200 colourful butterfly species from all over Indonesia live and breed in this park. Come see for yourself!

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A dramatic study in opposites, this still active 1,717-metre (5,633-foot) volcano towers over a serene lake.

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Bali Golf and Country Club in the Nusa Dua area is only a 6.5-kilometre (4-mile) drive from Kokonut Suites. The course is a world class 18-hole championship golf course designed by Rodney Wright and Robin Nelson of Hawaii. Special features include elegant Balinese architectural elements, terraced hills and scenic views of the Indian Ocean.

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Bali Handara Golf Course is considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world. The scenery is spectacular with trees and colourful blooms lining the fairways and greens. The course is designed by Peter Thompson of Thompson, Wolveridge and Fream. Bali Handara is located 1,142 metres (1,249 yards) above sea level where temperatures are cool, comfortable and constant, hovering between 16-20°C (60-68°F). Facilities include a clubhouse, pro shop, fitness centre, sauna and restaurant.

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Nirwana Bali Golf Club is the island first members' club. With only 500 memberships available worldwide, Nirwana Bali Golf Club is dedicated to those who truly appreciate the best a game of golf has to offer. Created by Greg Norman and set against a scenic oceanic backdrop, the golf course has been built with an unwavering sensitivity to every environmental concern. It is a visual masterpiece of dramatic white sand bunkers, fresh water creeks, lush green grasses and trees, and surrounding rice terraces.

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More like a drama than a dance, the Barong story depicts the age-old struggle between what is good and righteous (the Balinese call it the path of Dharma, or Right-Doing) and the agents of destruction. The Barong is a mystical lion-dragon creature played by two men. A benevolent fellow, the whiskers of his beard are believed to hold healing powers. Performed in Batubulan village and Puri Sared, Ubud.

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The Kecak Dance entails as many as 100 men that simulate the orchestration of the gamelan with Kecak or ‘cha-a-chak’ sounds. The chorus acts as an unyielding unit conquering the individual ego and attains an ecstatic trance. The sounds represent the chattering of monkeys - Hanuman and his allies - but the chorus emits a long hissing sound when the menacing Rawana leaps into the centre of the stage. Again, the unfolding drama represents the search for balance between positive and negative. Performed in Padang Tegal, Ubud and Puri Peliatan.

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The Legong Dance is performed by three female dancers and is an abbreviation of one of the eldest traditional Balinese dances performed during temple ceremonies. It is a study of female grace and exquisite style. Performed in Puir Saren, Ubud on Mondays and Saturdays.

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Among all of Bali's lively dramatic arts, the shadow theatre is perhaps the most enduring, the most popular and the most revealing of Balinese concepts of this world and the next. Wayang means 'shadow', and kulit means 'hide'. The procession of lace, ‘lamplit’ puppet shadows and the profusion of voices - speaking, shouting, singing and chanting - are all performed by one man working non-stop behind a white cotton screen. Performed at the Oka Kartini Theatre on Sundays and Wednesdays.