Bali Vacation: Discover A Breathtaking Panorama
Of Jatiluwih
By: Made Dertha
Most people come to Bali to experience the marvelously rich
culture heritage; some come for the beaches and the waves;
some come for meeting and convention; others for pure
relaxation. But if you are a nature lover don’t miss Jatiluwih, is a
breathtaking panorama of genuine and fertile rice fields stretch
from the foothills of Batukaru volcano to the south coast.
It is located at the western district of Tabanan. This western
uplands of Batukaru are famed for magnificent landscapes. The
view from the mountain village, Jatiluwih, takes in the whole of
South Bali. Perched on a high terraced slope, Jatiluwih deserves
its name, which means “Truly Marvelous”. A wonder of the world.
It’s worth a venture.
You can initiate your trip in the morning leaving the hotel at 09.00.
A.M. There are many ways to see Bali and each serves its own
purpose well. Motorcycles are a pleasant (but extremely risky)
way to see the countryside and cooler than ride in a car. Jeep and
minivans are also available for hire – with or without a driver. It is
advisable to settle the price with the driver before starting on a
journey.
After passing the town of Tabanan the road takes you to the north
through the villages of Wanasari, Jegu, Buruan and Wangaya
Gede. On the route you will be amazed by the wonderful rural
ambience; farmhouses, characteristically, a little shrine to place
offerings dedicated to Dewi Sri the Goddess of rice, plowing,
flocks of ducks that are brought to bathe and feed all day in the
flooded paddies, and harvesting, that one pictures when
remembering Bali. The cascading terraces of rice fields are the
most striking features of the landscape.
If you see farmers are working the rice, planting or harvesting,
and if you are interested in experience it, you can stop and joint
them, you will be welcomed gladly. “Alo turis, alo turis!” followed
by giggles is the standard greeting from children everywhere on
Bali. Older people will be more sedate but their curious eyes will
follow you, as will their more modest greeting of “mau kemana”
(where are you going). Traveling in Bali can be exhilarating and
getting off the beaten track can take you right to the heart of
Balinese life, although you don’t have to stray far to feel it.
On the route at the village of Wanasari there is a butterflies park,
you can stop and watch various kinds of colorful tropical
butterflies. And then nearby the temple Pura Luhur is the holy
spring of Air Panas, where hot water surges from the river bank.
All strange, natural phenomena are believed to be frequented by
spirits. Thus, Air Panas is graced by a small temple where
people make their prayers with offerings.
The journey continues up the road until it dead ends at Pura
Luhur Batukaru (2,278 m / 7,474 ft). Being one of Bali’s most
venerated temples, every West Balinese temple has a shrine
dedicated to it; it is isolated within its solitary clearing far above
the populated farmlands. The dense rainforest of this upland
would invite every adventurer to explore it. Wild orchids, healing
herbs, fragrant spices and exotic trees could be discovered in
this mystical heart and soul of this amazing island.
Then, the last destination (the goal of the journey) is the mountain
village Jatiluwih, a breathtaking panorama of genuine and the
most fertile terraces rice fields on the island. It is said as the
granary of the whole Bali. Perched on a high terraced slope,
Jatiluwih deserves its name, which means “Truly Marvelous”. The
cascading terraces of rice fields are the most striking features of
the landscape. Stretch from the foothill of Batukaru volcano to the
south coast. The cool western uplands, overlooking half the
island, offer magnificent views.
On the route to Jatiluwih you can observe many kinds of tropical
vegetation; coffee, coconuts, cacaos, cloves, jack fruits, bananas,
papayas, sirsaks, an extremely juicy fruit, rambutans, mangoes,
durians the smelly fruit, etc. The western upland is the most
interesting area to hike. If you love hiking (don’t forget your picnic
basket). A true journey to the secret soul of Bali. But if you want to
have your meals at a restaurant, continue your travel to the east
till you arrive at Pacung, there is a good restaurant offers
delicious buffet lunch – with its wonderful sight of terraces rice
field and the sacred volcano Batukaru in the distance.
Waka Land Cruise a reputable company has been organizing a
sacred adventure to the secret soul of Bali. Travel by legendary
luxury Land Rover, on tiny country roads and tracks, through
terraced rice fields and untouched rainforest to the real heart of
Bali.
BALI SHOPPING
It is said that shopping is a serious hobby, might be. To some,
shopping sometime is considered a way to alleviate stress or
just a fun. In fact shopping is everyone’s need, but Bali is a place
where one can examine or to practice one’s personal bargaining
skills. Unless the product is price-tagged, bargaining is the “habit
or the tradition”.
Bali is a shopper’s paradise. Hundreds of boutiques and
roadside stalls have been set up all over the island, and
thousands of artisans, craftspeople, seamstresses,
woodcarvers, painters, etc are kept busy supplying the tourist
demand. Sometimes swarms of vendors crowd the beaches and
streets offering you T-Shirts, sarong, necklaces, friendship
bracelets, drinks and watches.
Go out from your hotel and then stroll along the road which is
lined by myriads of shops and kiosks, soon the taxi drivers,
shopkeepers and the restaurant’s staffs wave their hands and
say the common word “kemana” means where are you going?,
have a look. Sometimes they want to shake hand and take you
into his shop. Smile and say hello to them, keep walking, but if
you see something that you are looking for stop and enter, ask
the price.
Try not to accept the first price that you are given, as most vendors
add on anything between 30%-50% extra. Bargain or go to other
shops. The most common word said by the Balinese vendor is
“bangkrut” means bankrupt, if the price you make is thought to
low. Usually if the vendor cease to smile, it’s mean you got the
price. If you spent good enough money in one shop, try to ask
him/her a souvenir, he/she will be very glad to offer you one for
free.
You’ll get more for your money, if you are prepared to spend time
and smile whilst bargaining. Although tempting, try not to make
any major purchases for the first few days. Look around, take your
time, bargain hard and then buy….and so to shopping. A fun isn’t
it? Where and what to buy is the next step.
The variety is literally endless. Most of the handicrafts and
paintings can be found in the district of Gianyar. The village of
Mas and Kemenuh is famed of its best and talented wood
carvers, you can visit a workshop where artisans in work, they
produce either masterpieces or mass productions. Ubud is
famed of its talented painters either classical, traditional or
contemporary style. The best thing to do is to go to the major
galleries, see which artist you like and seek them out at their
home (if you have enough time). Remember bargaining is a
“norm”.
Textiles in Gianyar, Klungkung, Karangasem (Tenganan), Kuta
and Denpasar. Kuta has the best shopping, but you have to deal
with the crassness (sometimes) of the shopkeepers. If you do
not stay in Kuta during your vacation in Bali and wish to shop
there, take a cab, stop and down in Kuta Center, this is the
appropriate place to reach the neighboring sites like Legian and
Seminak by taxi, there are hundreds of good shops. At Kuta
Center you can find many quality shops, arts market,
supermarket and department store (Matahari and Centro applied
fixed prices).
Antiques: The “antique” business in Bali is booming. Carve a
split piece of wood, paint it and bury it in the ground for a month
and wow! an antique. You need very careful when buying
antiques. Mind you, you can find all sorts of interesting items in
the shops in Batubulan, Kuta, and Klungkung, but there’s no
guarantee as to their age.
Ceramics: The village of Pejaten in Tabanan has whimsical and
serious tiles as well as stoneware plates, bowls and the like.
Good quality of stoneware can be found also in Kapal. Ceramics
shops can be found also in Sanur Jl. D. Tamblingan, Kuta and
Ubud.
Gold & Silver: Celuk, Kamasan and Bratan are the center for
metal working, where all such ornaments are on sale at
reasonable prices (bargaining is a must). The craftsmen will also
produce pieces and settings to order, just bring them a drawing
or a sample to copy. If you don’t like it, they’ll smelt it down and
start over.
Handicrafts and souvenirs like bamboo implements, puppets
and ornaments made of coconut shell and teakwood, hats and
baskets, wooden earrings, keychains, clothes, pen and ink
paintings are sold at most souvenir shops as well as in all the
major tourist areas. Pasar Sukawati and Ubud is a good place to
visit, chockfull of these things at rock bottom prices. Leather
goods can now be found in all the shops in Kuta, Sanur and
Ubud.
Batiks: The spiraling designs and geometric patterns of
Javanese batik are seen everywhere on the island as part of the
daily dress of the Balinese. Buffaloes, birds, masks, and puppet
figures are some of the motives entwined in characteristic
compositions. Most of what is being sold on the street by vendors
is not batiks, but printed materials which the Balinese use for
tablecloths. High quality of hand made batik paintings are
produced now. The center of batiks is the village of Tohpati. Best
factory to visit is Batik Populer and Kartika Candra.
So don’t wait to long, plan your vacation and chose Bali is a
shoppers paradise for your travel destination. Go online and visit
hotel reservation website and booked your preferred Bali Hotels.
Bali is a small and very beautiful island located in Indonesia, one
of the best tourist destinations in Asia.
So keep in mind the beautiful Bali for your holiday, because it
would be worth to venture there.
Thank you readers and have a nice day.
About the Author: Made Dertha was an English and Italian tour
guide for many years in Bali, writes for Bali Turista Tours where
he is the Managing Director now. Bali Turista is focusing on Bali
hotels and villas reservation. Just visit www.baliturismo.com
Source: www.isnare.com
Of Jatiluwih
By: Made Dertha
Most people come to Bali to experience the marvelously rich
culture heritage; some come for the beaches and the waves;
some come for meeting and convention; others for pure
relaxation. But if you are a nature lover don’t miss Jatiluwih, is a
breathtaking panorama of genuine and fertile rice fields stretch
from the foothills of Batukaru volcano to the south coast.
It is located at the western district of Tabanan. This western
uplands of Batukaru are famed for magnificent landscapes. The
view from the mountain village, Jatiluwih, takes in the whole of
South Bali. Perched on a high terraced slope, Jatiluwih deserves
its name, which means “Truly Marvelous”. A wonder of the world.
It’s worth a venture.
You can initiate your trip in the morning leaving the hotel at 09.00.
A.M. There are many ways to see Bali and each serves its own
purpose well. Motorcycles are a pleasant (but extremely risky)
way to see the countryside and cooler than ride in a car. Jeep and
minivans are also available for hire – with or without a driver. It is
advisable to settle the price with the driver before starting on a
journey.
After passing the town of Tabanan the road takes you to the north
through the villages of Wanasari, Jegu, Buruan and Wangaya
Gede. On the route you will be amazed by the wonderful rural
ambience; farmhouses, characteristically, a little shrine to place
offerings dedicated to Dewi Sri the Goddess of rice, plowing,
flocks of ducks that are brought to bathe and feed all day in the
flooded paddies, and harvesting, that one pictures when
remembering Bali. The cascading terraces of rice fields are the
most striking features of the landscape.
If you see farmers are working the rice, planting or harvesting,
and if you are interested in experience it, you can stop and joint
them, you will be welcomed gladly. “Alo turis, alo turis!” followed
by giggles is the standard greeting from children everywhere on
Bali. Older people will be more sedate but their curious eyes will
follow you, as will their more modest greeting of “mau kemana”
(where are you going). Traveling in Bali can be exhilarating and
getting off the beaten track can take you right to the heart of
Balinese life, although you don’t have to stray far to feel it.
On the route at the village of Wanasari there is a butterflies park,
you can stop and watch various kinds of colorful tropical
butterflies. And then nearby the temple Pura Luhur is the holy
spring of Air Panas, where hot water surges from the river bank.
All strange, natural phenomena are believed to be frequented by
spirits. Thus, Air Panas is graced by a small temple where
people make their prayers with offerings.
The journey continues up the road until it dead ends at Pura
Luhur Batukaru (2,278 m / 7,474 ft). Being one of Bali’s most
venerated temples, every West Balinese temple has a shrine
dedicated to it; it is isolated within its solitary clearing far above
the populated farmlands. The dense rainforest of this upland
would invite every adventurer to explore it. Wild orchids, healing
herbs, fragrant spices and exotic trees could be discovered in
this mystical heart and soul of this amazing island.
Then, the last destination (the goal of the journey) is the mountain
village Jatiluwih, a breathtaking panorama of genuine and the
most fertile terraces rice fields on the island. It is said as the
granary of the whole Bali. Perched on a high terraced slope,
Jatiluwih deserves its name, which means “Truly Marvelous”. The
cascading terraces of rice fields are the most striking features of
the landscape. Stretch from the foothill of Batukaru volcano to the
south coast. The cool western uplands, overlooking half the
island, offer magnificent views.
On the route to Jatiluwih you can observe many kinds of tropical
vegetation; coffee, coconuts, cacaos, cloves, jack fruits, bananas,
papayas, sirsaks, an extremely juicy fruit, rambutans, mangoes,
durians the smelly fruit, etc. The western upland is the most
interesting area to hike. If you love hiking (don’t forget your picnic
basket). A true journey to the secret soul of Bali. But if you want to
have your meals at a restaurant, continue your travel to the east
till you arrive at Pacung, there is a good restaurant offers
delicious buffet lunch – with its wonderful sight of terraces rice
field and the sacred volcano Batukaru in the distance.
Waka Land Cruise a reputable company has been organizing a
sacred adventure to the secret soul of Bali. Travel by legendary
luxury Land Rover, on tiny country roads and tracks, through
terraced rice fields and untouched rainforest to the real heart of
Bali.
BALI SHOPPING
It is said that shopping is a serious hobby, might be. To some,
shopping sometime is considered a way to alleviate stress or
just a fun. In fact shopping is everyone’s need, but Bali is a place
where one can examine or to practice one’s personal bargaining
skills. Unless the product is price-tagged, bargaining is the “habit
or the tradition”.
Bali is a shopper’s paradise. Hundreds of boutiques and
roadside stalls have been set up all over the island, and
thousands of artisans, craftspeople, seamstresses,
woodcarvers, painters, etc are kept busy supplying the tourist
demand. Sometimes swarms of vendors crowd the beaches and
streets offering you T-Shirts, sarong, necklaces, friendship
bracelets, drinks and watches.
Go out from your hotel and then stroll along the road which is
lined by myriads of shops and kiosks, soon the taxi drivers,
shopkeepers and the restaurant’s staffs wave their hands and
say the common word “kemana” means where are you going?,
have a look. Sometimes they want to shake hand and take you
into his shop. Smile and say hello to them, keep walking, but if
you see something that you are looking for stop and enter, ask
the price.
Try not to accept the first price that you are given, as most vendors
add on anything between 30%-50% extra. Bargain or go to other
shops. The most common word said by the Balinese vendor is
“bangkrut” means bankrupt, if the price you make is thought to
low. Usually if the vendor cease to smile, it’s mean you got the
price. If you spent good enough money in one shop, try to ask
him/her a souvenir, he/she will be very glad to offer you one for
free.
You’ll get more for your money, if you are prepared to spend time
and smile whilst bargaining. Although tempting, try not to make
any major purchases for the first few days. Look around, take your
time, bargain hard and then buy….and so to shopping. A fun isn’t
it? Where and what to buy is the next step.
The variety is literally endless. Most of the handicrafts and
paintings can be found in the district of Gianyar. The village of
Mas and Kemenuh is famed of its best and talented wood
carvers, you can visit a workshop where artisans in work, they
produce either masterpieces or mass productions. Ubud is
famed of its talented painters either classical, traditional or
contemporary style. The best thing to do is to go to the major
galleries, see which artist you like and seek them out at their
home (if you have enough time). Remember bargaining is a
“norm”.
Textiles in Gianyar, Klungkung, Karangasem (Tenganan), Kuta
and Denpasar. Kuta has the best shopping, but you have to deal
with the crassness (sometimes) of the shopkeepers. If you do
not stay in Kuta during your vacation in Bali and wish to shop
there, take a cab, stop and down in Kuta Center, this is the
appropriate place to reach the neighboring sites like Legian and
Seminak by taxi, there are hundreds of good shops. At Kuta
Center you can find many quality shops, arts market,
supermarket and department store (Matahari and Centro applied
fixed prices).
Antiques: The “antique” business in Bali is booming. Carve a
split piece of wood, paint it and bury it in the ground for a month
and wow! an antique. You need very careful when buying
antiques. Mind you, you can find all sorts of interesting items in
the shops in Batubulan, Kuta, and Klungkung, but there’s no
guarantee as to their age.
Ceramics: The village of Pejaten in Tabanan has whimsical and
serious tiles as well as stoneware plates, bowls and the like.
Good quality of stoneware can be found also in Kapal. Ceramics
shops can be found also in Sanur Jl. D. Tamblingan, Kuta and
Ubud.
Gold & Silver: Celuk, Kamasan and Bratan are the center for
metal working, where all such ornaments are on sale at
reasonable prices (bargaining is a must). The craftsmen will also
produce pieces and settings to order, just bring them a drawing
or a sample to copy. If you don’t like it, they’ll smelt it down and
start over.
Handicrafts and souvenirs like bamboo implements, puppets
and ornaments made of coconut shell and teakwood, hats and
baskets, wooden earrings, keychains, clothes, pen and ink
paintings are sold at most souvenir shops as well as in all the
major tourist areas. Pasar Sukawati and Ubud is a good place to
visit, chockfull of these things at rock bottom prices. Leather
goods can now be found in all the shops in Kuta, Sanur and
Ubud.
Batiks: The spiraling designs and geometric patterns of
Javanese batik are seen everywhere on the island as part of the
daily dress of the Balinese. Buffaloes, birds, masks, and puppet
figures are some of the motives entwined in characteristic
compositions. Most of what is being sold on the street by vendors
is not batiks, but printed materials which the Balinese use for
tablecloths. High quality of hand made batik paintings are
produced now. The center of batiks is the village of Tohpati. Best
factory to visit is Batik Populer and Kartika Candra.
So don’t wait to long, plan your vacation and chose Bali is a
shoppers paradise for your travel destination. Go online and visit
hotel reservation website and booked your preferred Bali Hotels.
Bali is a small and very beautiful island located in Indonesia, one
of the best tourist destinations in Asia.
So keep in mind the beautiful Bali for your holiday, because it
would be worth to venture there.
Thank you readers and have a nice day.
About the Author: Made Dertha was an English and Italian tour
guide for many years in Bali, writes for Bali Turista Tours where
he is the Managing Director now. Bali Turista is focusing on Bali
hotels and villas reservation. Just visit www.baliturismo.com
Source: www.isnare.com
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