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Selasa, 30 Maret 2010

The Sanur Beach in Bali - Indonesia

Sanur Beach Images

Sanur is one of biggest traditional village located in the southeastern side of Bali, but it's also one of the most established tourist areas in Bali Island. Sanur still retains its Balinese character and old style village ambiance. In contrast with Kuta Beach, which presents the beauty of the sunset, Sanur is an excellent place to see the sunrise in the morning.

While enjoying the sunrise in the morning, tourists can see the group of beautiful islands of Nusa Penida in the southeast, and good view of the south coast of Bali. The curved beach topography, with its spread of white sand, forming a lovely beach cluster around Sanur

Sanur is also popular for various beach activities including surfing, swimming, sailing, snorkeling, canoeing, jet-skiing, windsurfing or hang gliding that entice visitors to visit Sanur again and again. For those less active can hire a Banana Boat and hit the calm waters. It is one of the first areas where one can find good hotels, restaurants, shops, and other tourist facilities. One day at any of spas in Sanur is exactly what anyone would expect during staying in Bali, full service treatment steeped in Balinese tradition. The cost of spa here is cheap enough than in the western countries.

It's also the place for some of Bali chic fashion shops, hot hotels and well-known restaurants. A number of hotels in Sanur have arranged excellent accommodation for all types of travelers. It is a good location to explore the rest of Bali. Fine hotels, restaurants and modern entertainment venues complement traditional village activities like drama and dance, so it's a good place to enjoy the delights of a tropical island and gain a real appreciation of Balinese culture and local life.

Location of Destination:
Sanur is located about 6 km southeast city of Denpasar, Bali Island, Republic of Indonesia

Route to Get Destination:
By plane to Sukarno-Hata Airport (Jakarta). Then by domestic flight about 1 hours and 50 minutes from Sukarno-Hatta Airport (Jakarta) to I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Denpasar, Bali Island). Or by international direct flight to I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Denpasar, Bali Island).
Then by taxi approximately 20 minutes from I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Denpasar) to Sanur.

Others:
In the Sanur Beach area of tourism can be found many stores that sell various items of art and typical beach souvenir.

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Borobudur Temple Beautiful Place in Central Java - Indonesia

Borobudur Temple Images

Borobudur Temple is a Mahayana Buddhist temple which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the greatest architectural monuments in Asia. The base of Borobudur is 123 x 123 meter squares in size. The highest point of Borobudur is about 35 m from ground level. The temple structure forms a sacred flower of Buddha, Lotus Flower. It is made up of three main structures. The lowest part of the temple structures is made up of six rectangular stories. This part is known as Kamadhatu. The walls of Kamadhatu are decorated with relief panels about story of Buddha. The middle part of the temple structures is three circular terraces, known as Rupadhatu. Around Rupadhatu are 72 openworks bell-shaped stupa, each of which contains a statue of Buddha. And third part is a great central stupa on the top of the temple, known as Arupadhatu.

Borobudur Temple was built at about eighth century and completed in 825 AD, during the reign of King Samaratungga of the Syailendra Dynasty, one of powerful kingdoms in Java Island on the period. Borobudur Temple resemble a microcosm of the universe and provide a visual image of the teachings of Buddha. It also shows the steps through the life that each person must follow to achieve enlightenment.

Every year Buddhists from some countries in South East Asia observe their Sacred Day of Waisak in Borobudur Temple. Waisak Festival at Borobudur basically celebrates the birth, enlightenment and the death of Lord Buddha. This religious festival is held on the evening of the full moon day in the month of May.

The Waisak Festival at Borobudur at Indonesia consists of a pilgrimage to this holy place. The monks dressed in saffron robes walk for five miles from Mendut to Borobudur. They carry candles and orange flowers as offerings with them. The procession starts in the evening. As soon as the soft white light of the moon illuminates the exterior of the temple, the monks light the candle and start chanting holy chants. They also pray and meditate at the same time. This holy ceremony is marked by its spirituality and tranquility. The true essence of the Buddhist religion can be easily understood from this Buddhist festival.

Location of Destination:
Borobudur Temple is located in Magelang region, approximately 40 km northwest City of Yogyakarta, the capital of Yogyakarta Province in Java Island, Republic of Indonesia.

Route to Get Destination:
By plane to Sukarno-Hata Airport (Jakarta).
Then by domestic flight about 45 minutes from Sukarno-Hatta Airport (Jakarta) to Adisucipto Airport (Yogyakarta), or by train about 10 hours from Gambir Station (Jakarta) to Tugu Station (Yogyakarta).
Then by car or bus approximately 1 hours from Bus Station (Yogyakarta) to the location of Borobudur Temple.

Others:
There are some banks around city of Yogyakarta. Government-owned Bank such as Bank BNI 46 and Bank Mandiri. Non-Government-owned Bank such as Bank BCA.
There are also some book stores in Yogyakarta city that sell tourism information books, such as Gramedia Book Store.

The Exotic Beach Of Kuta Bali

Exotic Beach Of Kuta Bali

Kuta is the center and the largest tourist resort on the island of Bali. It is the most popular beach and the number one party zone in Bali. The 5-km long arcing white sand stretch of Kuta is the best beach in Bali. Kuta beach is also known as one of the first favorite beaches for tourists from all over the world. Coconut trees line the sand beach as far as the eyes can see. As short walk away north, the waves will invite to surfing. Surfing in Kuta is a very well known destination among surfing enthusiasts. The beach is overrun with touts and most serious surfers have headed elsewhere. Rapid development and an influx of visitors haven't kept the surfers away and Kuta still remains one of Bali's best surfing beaches and a great place to enjoy a beach lifestyle. More advanced surfers can choose from over 30 other surfing breaks within 30 minutes drive from Kuta. This place is also often become the arena of surfing competition at the national level and the level of world. Nevertheless, Kuta Beach is also suitable for beginners to learn surfing. A long sandy beach with a lack of dangerous rocks or coral makes the area an attraction for beginners.

When it towards dusk, plenty of people come to the Kuta beach or seaside cafes to watch the wonderful sunset . For domestic and foreign tourists, have not fully enjoy the twilight time on the island of Bali, if not watching the sunset at Kuta Beach. Kuta Beach has a different attraction with the Sanur Beach, a more desirable because of the beauty of the sunrise.

In addition of surfing and enjoying the sunset, it's the shopping, nightlife and party vibes that attracts thousands of visitors. There's a huge choice of accommodation, restaurants and entertainment. The accommodation in Kuta range from a modest home stay for a few dollars a night to luxurious, five star, international hotels costing several hundred to several thousand dollars a night. On the street behind the row of hotels that face the beach, is lined with shops of all varieties. It also can be found any Balinese handicrafts here, from the least expensive to the most exquisite; or unique stores. At night, Kuta is alive with night life. Western influences create discotheques, dance clubs, and pubs for people from all over the world in Kuta. Various Balinese dance performances are staged in Kuta every night. One of the best Kecak performances is found in Kuta.

Location of Destination:
Kuta Beach is located 11 km southwest City of Denpasar, Bali Island, Republic of Indonesia.

Route to Get Destination:
By plane to Sukarno-Hata Airport (Jakarta). Then by domestic flight about 1 hours and 50 minutes from Sukarno-Hatta Airport (Jakarta) to I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Denpasar, Bali Island). Or by international direct flight to I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Denpasar, Bali Island).
Then by taxi approximately 10 minutes from I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Denpasar) to Kuta Beach.

Others:
Kuta Beach has a training center to surf and places that rent equipment for surfing and the guides at once. If the tourists just want to relax, there are professional massage services on the outskirts of Kuta Beach. There are also services to beautify the appearance of tourists, such as the temporary tatto, nail color, and hair style.