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Legian Beach bali

Legian are northern extensions of Kuta proper along JI. Legian to JI. Basangkasa. Somewhat quieter with cottage-style accommodations, this is where many of the ex-pat designers and long-stay tourists live. The biggest hotels are the Bali Imperial - now called Royal Seminyak, Jayakarta, and the Bali Padma.

Sunset in Legian Beach

There are three ways to reach Legian and Seminyak: through Kuta and JI ' Melasti, then north; from JI. Imam Bonjol, turn west on to A Patih Jelantik at the Pertamina gas station; or from the north via JI. Kerobokan. Not too long ago this area was fertile rice paddy, but now it is a bustling area dotted with chic designer shops that can hold their own against any competition. Legian is a beach where locals, expatriates and tourist mingle, bargain with the best, play paddle ball and football, indulge in a massage and manicure, catch up on reading, meditate, exercise, you name it. The two camps are easily recognized; the workers have as many clothes on as possible and the "bules" (Westerners) wear as little as possible. Be prepared for scantily clad Brazilians, G- stringed Italians, Australian in designer surf gear, and pretty Indonesian girls in multi-platform sandals - it is the united nations of beaches. Sunset is peak time at Sunset Legian.

Bali and its Culture

The culture of Bali is unique. People say that the Balinese people have reached self-content. It is not an exaggeration that when a Balinese is asked what heaven is like, he would say, just like Bali, without the worries of mundane life. They want to live in Bali, to be cremated in Bali when they die, and to reincarnate in Bali. It does not mean that the Balinese resist changes. Instead, they adapt them to their own system. This goes back far in history. Prior to the arrival of Hinduism in Bali and in other parts of Indonesia, people practised animism. When Hinduism arrives, the practice of Hinduism is adapted to local practices. The brand of Hinduism practised in Bali is much different from that in India. Other aspects of life flow this way. Traditional paintings, faithfully depicting religious and mythological symbolisms, met with Western and modern paintings, giving birth to contemporary paintings, free in its creative topics yet strongly and distinctively Balinese. Its dance, its music, and its wayang theaters , while have been continually enriched by contemporary and external artistry, are still laden with religious connotations, performed mostly to appease and to please the gods and the goddesses. Wood and stone carvings, gold and silver crafts parallel the development of paintings, gracefully evolving with external forces to enhance their characters. The batik of Bali owes its origin to Java, and inspired the development of ikat and double ikat.

Paintings of Bali

Paintings of Bali have experienced remarkable evolution. Traditionally another means of expressing religious and mythological ideas, paintings of Bali have been subjected to a number of influences, including deep interaction with Western painters who came and lived in Bali. As with any other artistic expression found in the island, these influences have been uniquely adapted into Bali's personality, creating new nuances and styles of paintings that are distinctly Balinese. Instead of religious or mythical characters of wayang, contemporary paintings present nature, daily lives of Balinese, or even tourists. The shades of coal gray that dominate traditional paintings are now accompanied by vibrant play of color capturing Jalak Bali or Gunung Agung in the morning sun.

The Raja of Ubud was known for his fondness of arts and paintings, and his openness to foreigners. Thus Ubud became the center of arts, welcoming into its heart renowned artists such as Bonnet, Spies, Blanco, Snel, et., many of whom came and never could leave Bali. Today's Ubud is only slightly different. You should not be surprised to run into a foreign writer who has spent months living in a homestay facing a rice field terrace while writing his next book. Fabulous museums of paintings such as the Puri Museum Lukisan, the Neka Museum, and the Rudana Museum have in their permanent collections some of the best paintings ever produced by Balinese or foreigners who found their physical and artistic home in Bali.

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Ubud is a remarkable town in the middle of the island of Bali. For more than a century, it has been the island's preeminent centre for fine arts, dance and music. While it once was a haven for scruffy backpackers, cosmic seekers, artists and bohemians, Ubud is now a hot spot for literati, glitterati, art collectors and connoisseurs. Famous names walk its busy sidewalks everyday. Elegant five star hotels and sprawling mansions now stand on its outskirts, overlooking the most prized views in Bali. Nonetheless, Ubud is still popular with backpackers, mystics and all the finest fringe elements of global society. Ubud is not "ruined". Its character is too strong to be destroyed. It still draws people who add something; people who are actively involved in art, nature, anthropology, music, dance, architecture, environmentalism, "alternative modalities," and more.

Bali Tropic Resort in Tanjung Benoa

Located on the beautiful beach of Tanjung Benoa near Nusa Dua on the southeast coast of Bali, Bali Tropic Resort has an enticing selection of bungalow accommodation. Whether you are looking for a relaxed beach holiday or an exhilarating water sports adventure, Bali Tropic Resort can satisfy your needs and so much more. If you are travelling in a big group with family or friends, the Bali Tropic Resort can offer you a Deluxe Bungalow, which has upwards of four bedrooms and a private terrace/balcony.

Key features

• Outdoor Pool
• Garden
• Massages
• Tennis Court
• Spa/Beauty Treatments

• Fitness Equipment
• Babysitting
• Ayurvedic Treatments
• Peaceful Hideaway

Location

Location: You will find the Bali Tropic Resort in the centre of Tanjung Benoa on the southeast peninsular of Bali, just a 20-minute drive from the airport at Ngurah Rai.

Recommended for...

Recommended: Are you ready for a more thorough exploration of the waters around Bali? If so, Bali Tropic Resort can offer all sorts of wet and wild adventures. White water rafting, fishing and jet skiing are just some of the activities you could try on the beachfront of Tanjung Benoa.

How to book

Please call us on 01249 467 163 to book the Bali Tropic Resort as a single centre holiday or as part of a tailor-made multi-centre holiday in Bali, orrequest a quote online.

Price guide

Our specialists will be happy to discuss your holiday requirements and offer a quotation based on your exact requirements.

We don't publish full prices on our website, as flight prices can vary significantly throughout the year. As a guide, a 5 night stay at the Bali Tropic Resort on a bed and breakfast basis, including airport transfers, costs from £319 per person. This is based on a standard room type.

We always offer a high quality holiday at the most competitive price possible, without cutting corners. Our buying power in Asia allows us to offer exceptional value for money. Please contact our team for an exceptional holiday experience, tailored to you.