After you've settled and rested a bit at Bali, Indonesia's Umalas Hotel & Residence, you'll want to check out the scenes surrounding one of the trendiest spots in the island. You can head to the beautiful beaches, or explore the famous spas in the area. But if you're looking for a less crowded tour of the place, you can depart from the list of typical destinations and head to where the locals go. The following activities, while a usual sight on most 'to do' list of Bali visitors, will take you to specialized streets and shops.
1. Shopping: Jalan 66 and Jalan Mertanadi
Bali has always been a haven for shoppers. For a low price, you can easily purchase furniture, clothes, and everything fashionable in this place. If you're willing to practice your haggling skills, you can head to 2 roads to look for the latest clothing trends and cheapest bargains. Jalan 66 offers a feast for the fashion- and budget-conscious visitor. It takes a bit of time and discerning eyes to spot great pieces, but every determined shopper is sure to find something that will fit their preference. Decorators and home improvement junkies, on the other hand, can be found scrutinizing antique and Javanese pieces and haggling over prices at Jalan Mertanadi.
2. Getting Pampered: Jalan Petitenget
A trip to Bali is never complete without a relaxing treatment at the spas that pepper the island. From nail care, to facials, to full body treatments — walk down the street and you're sure to spot an establishment that offers the services or packages you need. Jalan Petitenget, for example, has a shop called Bath which has hand-crafted soap products made from natural ingredients. It's a perfect place to buy gifts since the shop has something for everyone. If you want a little taste of New York City, you can go to Think Pink for a nail pampering session in a shop with an atmosphere that's truly cosmopolitan.
3. Authentic Indonesian Food: Jalan Petitenget
Immerse yourself fully in Indonesian culture by tasting the local dishes. Finding authentic Indonesian food can be a bit tedious since Bali restaurants tend to serve French, Italian, or Japanese cuisine. Worry not, however, as you can easily satisfy your appetite for Indonesia dishes by making a turn at Warung Sulawesi at Jalan Petitenget. Have a taste of the savoury beef rendang and many other Sulawesi offerings, but make sure you come to lunch early as the garden restaurant tends to attract a large number of local foodies.
If you're not feeling up to leaving your lodging, you can easily get to book a hotel accommodation in Kuta, Bali that has its own spa and restaurant, such as Umalas Hotel & Residence. Indonesia's island of the gods, indeed, has a lot to offer the world traveller.
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A Quick Introduction to Balinese Culture
Accommodations in Bali, like The Royal Pita Maha, enjoy one of the most strategic and sought-after locations in the world of travel. This is because Bali does not only offer magnificent beaches and verdant surroundings ideal for leisure but also a captivating culture. During your visit, you are sure to be immersed in a pool of exciting and interesting traditions, which will stick with you for a long time. But you don't have to wait for the time to get off the plane before learning about them. With this article, we're giving you a quick rundown of the things you can expect once you arrive.
On religion
The connection between India and Bali does not end at the similarities in their mythologies and art. It also involves religion. Balinese Hinduism is the predominant faith in the province, observed by over 90% of the population. And during your holiday in this part of Indonesia, you will witness dramatic song and dance numbers depicting stories relating to Bali's version of the religion.
Bali's inclination to Hinduism is also the very reason for the numerous temples you here. Among the places of worship that you may visit are the temples of Besakih, Luhur, Tirta Empul, Ulun Danu, Taman Ayun, Goa Lawah, and Tanah Lot. Although these landmarks cater mainly to tourism — being surrounded with small and medium businesses — you can still savor tranquility away from your cozy resort in Bali. This is because the locals see to it that they do not compromise religion for profit.
Life in Bali
Experts say that the people of Bali have Chinese, Indian, and Arab roots. Because of this multicultural background, they are gifted with long and shiny hair, bronze skin, and mystical charm.
If you're planning on staying outside of your accommodation in Bali even just for a night to visit local villages, you can anticipate being welcomed with very close family ties. A good example for this is how an entire clan lives in a single complex. And because religion plays a great role the lives of locals, every home also has a small family temple for worshiping gods.
Art in general
You will notice that almost everything that this celebrated destination holds, including art, goes back to Hinduism. Residents, in general, are known as a very creative group of people. And one nice thing about art centers here is, each village has a specialization, so you will easily find what you are looking for when shopping.
The villages of Ubud, Keliki, Kamasan, and Batuan are famous for painting. For stone and wood carvings, visit Batubulan and Mas, respectively. Are you searching for fine jewelry? If you are lodging at an Ubud hotel, like The Royal Pita Maha, you have to travel for almost half an hour to Celuk, a village of gold- and silversmiths.
On religion
The connection between India and Bali does not end at the similarities in their mythologies and art. It also involves religion. Balinese Hinduism is the predominant faith in the province, observed by over 90% of the population. And during your holiday in this part of Indonesia, you will witness dramatic song and dance numbers depicting stories relating to Bali's version of the religion.
Bali's inclination to Hinduism is also the very reason for the numerous temples you here. Among the places of worship that you may visit are the temples of Besakih, Luhur, Tirta Empul, Ulun Danu, Taman Ayun, Goa Lawah, and Tanah Lot. Although these landmarks cater mainly to tourism — being surrounded with small and medium businesses — you can still savor tranquility away from your cozy resort in Bali. This is because the locals see to it that they do not compromise religion for profit.
Life in Bali
Experts say that the people of Bali have Chinese, Indian, and Arab roots. Because of this multicultural background, they are gifted with long and shiny hair, bronze skin, and mystical charm.
If you're planning on staying outside of your accommodation in Bali even just for a night to visit local villages, you can anticipate being welcomed with very close family ties. A good example for this is how an entire clan lives in a single complex. And because religion plays a great role the lives of locals, every home also has a small family temple for worshiping gods.
Art in general
You will notice that almost everything that this celebrated destination holds, including art, goes back to Hinduism. Residents, in general, are known as a very creative group of people. And one nice thing about art centers here is, each village has a specialization, so you will easily find what you are looking for when shopping.
The villages of Ubud, Keliki, Kamasan, and Batuan are famous for painting. For stone and wood carvings, visit Batubulan and Mas, respectively. Are you searching for fine jewelry? If you are lodging at an Ubud hotel, like The Royal Pita Maha, you have to travel for almost half an hour to Celuk, a village of gold- and silversmiths.
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