The experience of Surabaya Ijen Bromo Surabaya with nathantour

Surabaya Trip to visited Ijen Bromo Surabaya is highly recommended by our guests from Belgium and Egypt. Due to save money and time Surabaya Bromo Ijen can be accomplished in 2 days. For more details see the itinerary can be as follows.

Tour Itinerary :

Nov 26, 2012 :Juanda Airport (Surabaya) - Ijen

23:45 : Pick up from Airport. We drive directly to go to Paltuding (starting point) to  Ijen Trekking, we will drive around 5-6 hours drive.

Nov 27, 2012 :Ijen Crater Tours– CemoroLawang

Aproxcimetly 6 O’clock we arrive at Paltuding, then trekking to peak of  ijen crater about 3 Km (takes about 1 hour) . Enjoying  the beautiful of  volcanoes lake.and then go to cemoroLawang  by car (about ) 5 hours.and then you will stay at Cemoro Indah. (CemoroLawang).

Nov 28, 2012 :Bromo Sunrise Tour -Surabaya Hotel

Early morning (04:00) wake up then drive to Pananjakan (about 1 hours drive). Enjoying  the beautiful panorama of Mt. Bromo, Mt. Batok, and Mt. Semeru from view point. After that, the trip continue to sea send and walk or by horse to the crater of Mt. Bromo. At 7:30 drive back to the Hotel for breakfast and drive continue the trip to Surabaya, we will arrive at Surabaya around 13:00. Surabaya Ijen Bromo Tour is finished.

Price : E 175/person minimum 2 people

Tours included : 1N Hotel Bromo, Private Jeep in Bromo, Entrance fee, AC Coach, Driver speaking English.

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Candi Dasa

Candidasa is located in hilly bank, beside of the main road between Semarapura towns with Amlapura (Karangasem). It is situated about 50 km to east way from Denpasar town or 1,5 hour from Bali's International Airport. In the center of Candidasa there is a pool which is wide enough, and from that place we can enjoy the beautiful view of the Lombok Strait. Candidasa own beautiful beach with the black sand along the coastal and the magnificence view of the ocean. Now Candidasa is one of the famous tourist places in east part of Bali. In this place, we can find many hotels, villas, resorts and other accommodations which have been built to accommodate the visitor to pay a visit and enjoy the holiday in this beautiful area. Restaurant and art shop to sell the souvenir are also completing this area as a resort area in the tranquility of Bali. 

Candidasa is a pearl hidden in east part of Bali 
From Denpasar town, Candi Dasa is easily reached through the highway alongside the coastal edge and about 1 hour from Denpasar town. It is recognized with the tourist place in east part of Bali and own the fascination of the beautiful beach, thrive coconut trees, tropical atmosphere and peaceful. It is an ideal place for relaxation and refresh during your vacation in Bali . Candidasa Beach owns the calm wave and peaceful atmosphere that suitable for holiday in far from town bustle. Beside of that, many others places of interest can be visited around Candidasa like Tenganan Village, Goa Lawah (Bat Cave), Kusamba Beach and others. Candi Dasa has a lot of visited by many tourists because it is the second favorite resort area after Kuta, Sanur, Nusa Dua or Ubud.

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The experience of Bali Lovina Tour with Bali Made Tour

This tour are recomended directly from our customer from Australia, we visited : Pacung (Rice Terrace), Bedugul (Ulundanu Beratan Temple), Wana Giri (Lake Buyan & Tamblingan), Lovina Beach (Snorkling & Dolphin Trip), and Banjar Hotspring.

The Price is IDR. 350K/person include : Transfer in/out, AC Coach, English speaking driver.

On 24 September 2012, Kayla Brechbuhl kkayla.jade@hotmail.com and Aron Grech Azdogg@Live.com traveled to North Bali. On this trip we visited the Spice Bali while enjoying coffee Badger Coffee Luwak, or civet coffee, is one of the world's most expensive and low-production varieties of coffee. It is made ​​from the beans of coffee berries roomates have been eaten by the Asian Palm Civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus) and other related civets, then passed through its digestive tract. [1] A civet eats the berries for their fleshy pulp. In the digestive tract, the SEEP civets' proteolytic enzymes into the beans, making shorter peptides and more free amino acids. Passing through a civet's intestines the beans are then defecated, keeping their shape. After gathering, thorough washing, sun drying, light roasting and brewing, these beans yield an aromatic coffee with much less bitterness.

Luwak coffee is produced mainly on the islands of Sumatra, Java, Bali, and Sulawesi in the Indonesian Archipelago. It is also produced in thePhilippines (where the product is called motit coffee in the Cordillera, spatula alamid in Tagalog areas) and in East Timor (where it is calledkafé-behavior). Weasel coffee is a loose English translation of its name Vietnamese ca phe chon, where popular, Chemically simulated versions hare also produced. After quite enjoying Garden rempa spices and coffee, proceed to Pacung. Above the beautiful hills, we enjoyed the beautiful rice fields with irrigation systems are very good. Then the journey continues towards Ulun Danu Temple. Very beautiful temple located on the edge of Lake Beratan. According to the story, before too Ulundanu established, the actual place is used to worship the Goddess who is manivestasi water, the Balinese Goddess Danu. Beautiful lake view garden setting with a very compact and cool temperatures. Forcing us lingering in this place.

Next trip we visited Lovina Beach. Lovina is one of the famous tourist places in north part of Bali roomates own beautiful of calm sea water, Blackish chromatic sand and the sea with its dolphin. One of the favorite fascinations in Lovina is dolphin watching tour. Hundreds of dolphins can be seen in the morning time around 1 km offshore. We can see the dolphin attractions in this place like jumping. It is not fail to draw if the tourist has the time to see the sunset here. Lovina area is also supported by the number of tourism fascination is roomates can be reached from this location. Places of interests around Lovina are Hot Water Banjar Buddhist Temple (Buddies shrine), Bite Waterfall and some countryside exist around the location.

The journey continues to the hot springs of Banjar Banjar Hot Water is a nature hot Wellspring from the ground and it is believed can heal the disease. Its water is accommodated at one small swimming pool encircled by unique rural nature, its situation close to the Temple (Buda Temple). Banjar Hot Water is located in Banjar Countryside, Banjar sub district and Singaraja Regency. It is about 1.5 Km from Banjar or 24 Km from Singaraja Town. To reach the Hot Water location in Banjar, we can use the motor vehicle through the main road with good condition and passing the Balinese Village with unique culture life. The nearest accommodations like hotels or lodging Including Restaurants are also available in particular at Lovina Beach area. There are many public transportation also available to connect the travel to Singaraja town.

The journey continues into Munduk Waterfall.

Munduk lies on the altitude of about 800 meters above sea level is offering such a fresh mountain air and far out of pollution. Amongst a number of waterfalls in Bali, Munduk would offer you a chance to really enjoy its beauty as it is not being so commercial yet, no one would bother you with buying Things as at most of the tourist sites on the island. There are a few waterfalls here and if you want to do further exercise, you can Easily walk up the hill side from this waterfall and get down on the other side of the hilly village and walk down to another one that is quit as high as this one. The walk will offer you a great view to the coastal line of the northern Bali.

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Satria Gatot Kaca/ Patung Kuda

Gatot Kaca is one of the puppet characters of the famous knights, gallant and brave. Gatot Kaca is the son of  Bimasena one of the five Pandavas. Gatot Kaca is known as a powerful warrior and expert fly mandraguna to provide protection to the people in the kingdom of Pendawa.  Gatot Kaca  is the personification of the matchless heroes who are willing to sacrifice his body to crush the spirit of evil and injustice.

The statue is magnificent and gallant
For those of you who want to remember the figure of the knight who could witness the unrivaled view of the image which stands majestic and dashing in the middle east junction Ngurah Rai Airport, and became one of the attractions of Badung regency. People in Bali called it a horse statue. Perhaps this is because if the object is viewed at a glance many featuring sculpture horse.
The main message of the statue of  Gatot Kaca  Bratayuhda the war stories contained in the heroic story of Mahabharata. Billy Glass illustrated that there were fighting the Duke of Karna who was driving a horse-drawn carriage as she aimed the gun flagship, Konta. Although  Gatot Kaca  finally fall but still the hero figure symbolized the unwavering defense of their homeland.

Gatot Kaca Knight Sculpture was founded in 1993 in order to continue efforts to beautify the neighborhood Ngurah Rai Airport. Besides glass sculpture  Gatot Kaca Knight is also believed to provide spiritual protection and safety for the tourists who are visiting Bali. A variety of natural attractions, culture and tradition is maintained in this resort island. When you visit Bali you will feel this harmony.

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Tirta Gangga

Tirta Gangga is a beautiful park with the huge water fountain and wide pond located at Abang Sub-district, Karangasem Regency in east part of Bali. Tirta Gangga Park is built in the year of 1948 by the Karangasem King of Anak Agung Agung Angluerah Ketut Karangasem. Before this park is found, there is big wellspring found in this area which the local society believe that this water come from the land is holy spring therefore they call this place is Embukan means wellspring. According to the local believe that this wellspring functioning as a bath place for the god and also used as drinking water for the local community from the nearest village. Therefore this wellspring is sacrificed by local people and keeps the park naturally. The King of Karangasem has got an idea to improve this park into a good looking and nowadays, it becomes one of the famous tourist destinations in east part of Bali. 

A Magical Wellspring in East of Bali 
Tirta Gangga Park is also featured by the wide public pool with the cool and clean water where it can be used by everyone who visiting this place. It is situated on the foot Abang Hill with cool temperature in particular night time or morning time. The lush tropical garden are well surround the park and big fish ponds are running away at another ponds to give the impression for every tourist who pay a visit to this beautiful park. Some buildings and other decorations are intentionally made as according to the spirit from Puri Agung Karangasem (Agung Karangasem Palace), so it can be said that between Tirta Gangga Park and Sukasada Park (Taman Sukasada) which is located at Ujung countryside is a union. 

How to Find Tirta Gangga? 
Tirta Gangga is strategically located beside of the main strait from Karangasem to Singaraja Town and it is just 20 minutes from the local town or 2 hours and 15 minutes from Denpasar Town. You may also join the exciting tour to the east part of Bali that we call it by Karangasem Tour and you will discover many places of interest in east part of Bali including Tirta Gangga. 

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Candi Kuning Traditional Market

Candi Kuning Traditional Market is located near the entrance of Botanical Garden. This market provides fresh fruits, vegetables, spices, and exotic flowers such as delicate orchids and roses that are neatly displayed creating an array of wonderful colors. Spices include nutmeg, pepper, paprika and turmeric. A wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables can be found here, as well as pomelo and durian.

There are also many types of souvenirs and traditional snacks available to take home to family and friends. To the rear of the market are rows of plant and flower vendors, and surrounding the market are several restaurants where you can eat and rest. This market opens from 7:00 am 4:00 pm.

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Banjar Hot Spring

Banjar Hot Water is a nature hot wellspring from the ground and it is believed can heal the disease. Its water is accommodated at one small swimming pool encircled by unique rural nature, its situation close to the Wihara (Buda Temple). Banjar Hot Water is located in Banjar Countryside, Banjar sub district and Singaraja Regency. It is about 1,5 Km from Banjar or 24 Km from Singaraja Town. To reach the Hot Water location in Banjar, we can use the motor vehicle through the main road with good condition and passing the Balinese Village with unique culture life. The nearest accommodations like hotels or lodging including restaurants are also available in particular at Lovina Beach area. There are many public transportation also available to connect the travel to Singaraja town. 

Hot Water History 
This hot wellspring source is predictably built since of hundreds of year ago and since the Japanese colonize the Indonesia, this place has developed into three pools to relocate the water for taking a bath. The Japanese had also developed its military officer resort close to this area. Having bathing in the heat water containing the brimstone, it will be able to heal the skin disease. This public bath which is built by Japanese now is exploited by public society. Beside of that, now this place is opened for tourist who can use this bathing place to swim in hot pool and also enjoy the water fall. Enjoying the hot water fall, we can feel like squeezing, especially at pool equipped by the douche with the high about 3,5 meters, so that can make the body refresh and relaxation. 
Banjar Hot Water, Places to Visit in North Bali 

Hot water in Banjar is progressively recognized to be a place of interest in north of Bali or a tourist destination in Singaraja Bali. Now this place visited by many tourist from local and Foreign countries. It is a mini tourism object which is easily reached from Lovina Beach and it is opened daily from 07.00 am until 18.00 pm daily except Nyepi Day (Silent Day). From Singaraja Town, take the way to Gilimanuk or to the west part of Singaraja and we will meet the Banjar Countryside which is show the direction sigh of this hotel water place. 

How to visit Banjar Hot Water? 

It is an easy way to reach this place from south part of Bali or other regions in the island. It will take 3 hours drive from Bali's International Airport and we recommend you to join Singaraja Lovina Tour for more comfortable journey and this tour also visit other places of interest in north part of Bali. 

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Denpasar Traditional Market

Denpasar Traditional Market is a center of town's economics which is located in Gajah Mada Street, tha tis main road and become a shopping centre of Bali. This traditional market is apposite to the village temple that is one of three biggest temples in Denpasar. It is initially does not as big as like now because have changed experiences and modification which is adapting to the requirement and town growth. This market cannot be discharged from the existence of an existing market in the cross Badung's river that is called Kumbasari Market because the local society will feel incompletely go for shopping if they are not come to Kumbasari Market, especially for the Balinese who want to buy the ceremony item.

                     

Kumbasari Market

Denpasar Market is a market selling the costume and clothing items with the prices are relative cheaper than clothing items sold at the shops in Gajah Mada Street which are most owned by citizen of Chinese clan. Kumbasari Market is previously called by Peken Payuk (pot market), it sell the items from gerabah /jar like pot, pengedangan, cubek (plate from land), paso (pail from land), caratan (water jug from land), jeding (barrel from land), penyantokan (mixer from land), coblong (cup from land), kekeb (rice cover) and others. All of these items are the kitchenware and also the items for ceremony. Since this market most popular as a place to sell payuk/pot, hence Kumbasari Market in the past referred as Peken Payuk or pot market. But now it sell the material or art items for tourist therefore it is one of tourist destinations in Denpasar Town.

       

History

Denpasar Market is opened on 24 April 1984 by Bali 's Governor, Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra. Then after experiencing of the fire accident, it has been repaired in year 2000 at that moment Bali 's Governor is Mr. Dewa Made Berata. This market owns the broadness about 14.544 M² and broadly park 9064 M² which is built in four floors. The local people who go for shopping at this market are not only from environment of Denpasar community but also come from outside of town. The moment before the big holiday like Galungan, Kuningan, Nyepi and others, this market is always crowded by the buyer which are most of them the local society.

Opening Time

Denpasar Market is opened at 5 o'clock in the morning and close at 5 o'clock in the evening. Then, it is changed by the evening market opened from 05:00 pm until at 05:00 am the day after. Meanwhile at Senggol Market in Kumbasari is opened at 02:00 pm and closed at 11:30 pm. The unique of Senggol Market's name is possibility taken away from the situation and condition of people movement on shopping where they each others jog because of visitor denseness. This Senggol Market is selling the variety of food, from the cheap Balinese, Javanese and Chinese cookery. It is also sell the various types of clothes from adult until children one.

Location

Denpasar Market is encircled by shop along the street of Gajah Mada, in the right side there is Sulawesi Street which is famous of cloth items. Denpasar Traditional Market is progressively strengthening the identity of a center of Denpasar's economics which is opened within 24 hours and never silent by visitor. See also an Tripadvisor.

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How To Safely Bring Money

Do not carry lots of cash! It's one of the general tips for the traveler. However much or little amount of money that was taken, you still need a surefire tips for cash or other payment instrument that brought safe. Please consider the following tips. 

Do not put your eggs in one basket. In order to reduce risk, save money and other payment instruments (debit card, credit, or traveler's checks) in various places in the bags and bags of clothes. This is an anticipatory steps in order when one of the storage area is problematic, to say the contents stolen, there are still pockets of funding for continuing the journey. But you must remember that the storage places. Forgetfulness can create its own disaster. 

Create storage areas in addition to relying on the money or card wallet or fanny pack. Money belts are a safe option. Money belt there is a shaped like a belt with a pouch on the inside. There is also a model of strappy bag tied around the waist and is applied like underwear. 

Spicial for woman, you can create a small pouch that can be inserted inside the bra (bra pocket money). Magic bag that can be moved when you change your bra. 

For a means of payment in the form of a credit card, debit card or traveler's checks, you should carry cards issued by banks or financial institutions that have an international network that is easy to use everywhere. Before leaving make sure that your destination has facilities and networking technology that allows financial institutions the means of payment that can be used. 

If you go abroad, first exchanged some money in the currency applicable in the destination country. United States dollars (U.S.) generally accepted everywhere. Money changer generally only accept cash in good condition. Make sure all your bills neatly tucked away, not folded and there is no crease marks.

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Tips Travelling with Children

Travelling with children often make dizzy. Along the way, adults are required remain alert and be patient. Because of this, many people do not like traveling with the kids.
But just so you know the tips, traveling with a family, including children, can create a memorable and enjoyable experience unforgettable. If you intend to travel a family vacation with the kids, check out the following tips.
Before Departure
Let the children pack their own bags. Decide what kind of clothing will be taken (especially loose and comfortable), but let them choose their own favorite clothes and do not forget to pack a special toy. In the bag, put also some sweets and chewing gum, small towels, wipes, books, paper, plastic bags, sealed, and if possible a shocking game for every child.
Update immunizations, such as hepatitis B vaccine, rabies, typhoid, hepatitis A for the whole family. If traveling abroad, find out information about additional vaccines for the purpose.
At the Airport
Provide enough time to check in, and between connecting flights. Be sure to arrive early to avoid delays in boarding for the last minute or if there was confusion relating to aviation security regulations. Devise a safety plan if one or more members of the group suddenly separated at the airport. Discussed earlier in which the location to meet and what to do if a member is suddenly separated from the group.
Tell sekrining procedures to children before entering security doors so that children are not afraid while passing through that process. Everyone, including children and infants, must pass through security checks at the entrance. All the equipment the kids need to go through X-ray machine In order for the inspection process go smoothly, remove the child from the stroller. When babies go through metal detectors, parents have to hold the baby. Do not give your baby or small child during examination. Children who can walk through the metal detector alone. The kids are bigger, have been told that the process must be followed seriously, and threats made, although it's just a joke, can cause legal problems.
In Flight
Give your seats that meet current safety standards and should not be wider than 16 inches to the children. The Federal Aviation Administration (United States) recommends that children weighing less than 40 pounds be placed in child seats or infant.
The best seat on a flight for the kids is the first row in economy class. There is no room for wide feet. If a seat in the first row does not exist, do not mendudukan children near the alley, a child should sit in between two adults. Also good to remember that during the flight you must always get up, or frequent the streets with the children. Do not allow children to walk without your supervision.
Seat reservations far in advance can help the whole family can sit side by side or close together. If the plane is full and the opportunity to make a reservation well in advance is not possible, ask the crew at the airport (boarding time), the flight crew may be able to ask other passengers to change seats so children are not seated apart from parents.
Under the bottled water in a bottle to drink and moisturizers to the skin so as not to dry during the flight. Bring the gum and dot to reduce the air pressure in the ears of children and the various toys in a tote bag to attract children.
If Traveling by Car
Make a trip to the car so a fun moment with a pillow and blanket. Routinely stop at the resort. Make sure you have a supply of paper, pencils, toys, cd songs or children's favorite books. Most importantly, involve the children in the vacation process. Keep everything related to holidays such as brochures and ticket stubs in a particular place such as in a thick book.
Make plans in advance with the rental car company to make sure their car is set up to suit your needs.
On Location Vacations
Have a daily schedule with a number of concessions or free time for each family member. Give a friend or relative's phone number and address of the hotel where the family will stay, transportation information, and contact numbers for emergencies. If possible, each family member has a cell phone or walkie-talkie to keep in touch every time. Have an emergency plan or meeting place if family members are suddenly separated is also a good idea.
At the Hotel
Emphasize safety by avoiding the possibility of accidents. Bring your own electrical outlet cover and check balconies and bathrooms of the potential dangers. Keep small objects, medicines and cleaners out of reach of baby hands. Learn the evacuation routes and procedures in case of fire.
Things that Should Caution
If your vacation includes a trip to the pool, ocean, water park, or other places associated with water, the number one rule is to never allow children to adventure alone. Although they can swim, children should always wear life jacket. Important to know what's in the water, such as chemical or is there a jellyfish. The water temperature is too cold, fast-flowing, and the water suddenly sucked down should also be avoided from the children.
Bring a big hat and a moisturizer to protect children's skin from the sun. Also take the necessary medications. Diarrhea medication (although not good for babies), painkiller, anti insect, antihistamines, and pleseter wound closure is important stuff. Consult with your doctor about the drug-free before you use it. Good also if you keep your doctor's number even if you travel abroad.
To prevent diseases caused tecemar water, drink only bottled water or boiled water used to mix milk and juice, or just use liquid milk.
The Most Important
Problems can arise and acidant could happen but it never hurts to know a variety of tips for smooth holiday. It is no less important is to create an atmosphere of humor along the way by giving children a memorable holiday and unforgettable. Do not let your worries dissolve in the range of unexpected things that might appear, and did not get to enjoy the holiday itself.

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Tips for women traveling alone

You belong to a woman and traveling alone are still worried? What exactly do you worry? About security?

Now many women to travel long distances alone, either on business or just for fun. Although the reason women are generally the same way as men, women do need to give extra attention to several things, of the issues surrounding security issues to the culture. But all that can be overcome by taking preventive measures.
For security reasons, also the budget and comfort, a trip should be planned every move, from packing to the selection of hotel rooms. American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) provides the following tips for women who want to do the trip alone.
Know Before You Go
Find out information about the destination as much as possible, especially if traveling abroad. Religious beliefs and culture of a region can directly affect you can force you to adjust the way they dress and act with the local traditions. What counts as sexual harassment in a country for example, may not be a serious problem in other countries. You should not dress that showed open tight or body parts in order to prevent unnecessary attention.
At the Hotel
Upon entering the hotel, look for the officer who will often relate to guests and monitor everyone who entered and left the hotel. Ask if there are officers who are willing to take you to your room when you enter the hotel at night. Ask for a room upstairs, near the elevator, but away from emergency exits, stairs, and all kinds of renovation work. Never accept room if the clerk's name or your room number out loud.
While at the front desk, grab a hotel business card (which is the name, address, and phone numbers) and store card. When entering the room, make sure the door have a place to peek and chain latch (deadbolt). If no, do not ever open the door for people who do not know.
Travel Documents
Make two copies of important documents a trip taken on the way, one more to the store of friends or family at home.
The Smart packing
Always pack luggage as light as possible so you do not mind the load weighed down and look for two conditions that will make you the ideal target of pickpockets. Avoid bags or clothes that look expensive. Lock your luggage and use the bag with the tag office address rather than your home address. Bring just one credit card and do not put your money in one place.
Transportation
Before leaving, find out which mode of transportation options available in the destination area, especially if you arrive at night. Travel agents can help determine the safest choice and make the necessary plans. If you rent a car, learn the maps, route tulisankan trip, and take with a cell phone.
Know Your Neighborhood Conditions
Study the map of locations to be visited so as to explore the area a destination, you do not look like a lost tourist. Ask where there is a day care items, and more importantly, which areas are forbidden to visit.

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TAMAN SUKASADA

Taman Sukasada is a beautiful park with big fish pond surrounds the old Karangasem Empire heritage building which is used by the Karangasem's King for day relaxation or meeting place in their era. It is located in Ujung Countryside about 5 Km from Amlapura town. This park is originally met one pool only which is very Ghostlike and very secret called by Di Dirah and this pool at the period of I Gusti Gede Putu King (1849-1893) governance with his brother of Gde Oka (1849-1890) that the around of this pool is functioned as place of exile for the man who alleged to run the black magic (leak). At the period of I Gusti Bagus Jelantik governance which start to lead the Karangasem Kingdom in the year 1909, this pool area is extended and developed by some pools and also luxury building Bale Gili with European style (modern style), later then it is given the name called Taman Sukasada.

Tourism Destination in East Part of Bali 
This park is strategically located in the coastal side, south part of Karangasem town and founding a lot of wellspring around the area. If seen from the history aspect, most of all omissions from Karangasem Empire both for Lombok Island and also exist in Bali, altogether area consisted by the pool and Gili building which is exist in the middle of pool like Mayura and Narmada Park which are existing in west part of Lombok Island. We can say that this Sukasada Park as a mascot of tourist destinations in east part of Bali because Sukasada Park has been recognized until foreign countries since twenty's year and more famous again in the year of thirtieth when all foreign tourist start to pay a visit to Bali. King of Karangasem I Gusti Bagus Jelantik who is known as Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem is a Statesman, Man of letters as well as an architect. He has created a lot of building not even in the form of park but he also done some building which are exist in Puri Agung Karangasem (Karangasem Palace) like gateway which is looking like pagoda. 

Location 
It is located in Ujung Countryside, south part of Karangasem regency or about 2, hours from Bali's International Airport. From Denpasar Town, we have to take the highway of Ida Bagus Matra's Street and go to the east part of Bali until arrive at Karangasem town. The journey will take about 2 hours and turn right to the south part of Karangasem town. Taman Sukasada is right located in the costal side with beautiful old building and the right place to visit during your vacation in Bali. 

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JATI LUWIH

Jatiluwih is a favorite tourist destination in Bali famous with the beautiful rice terrace unfolding from the foot of mountain until the coastal side. It is one of places to visit in Bali with the beautiful view as according to its name from Jati and luwih, where Jati mean really and Luwih meaning especial, good, and beautiful or the equivalent. The local paddies are planted in this place look typically of the high relative size plant if it is compared with other pre-eminent paddy planted by most farmers in Bali . Despitefully, Jatiluwih also famous with its organic agriculture system due to the location is located in the in the plateau of Watukaru Mount which is suitable for the agriculture development. 

Rice Terrace, Places of Interest in Bali 
Jatiluwih is surrounded by cool atmosphere because it is located in the height of 700 meters above sea level. Besides its nature potency, Jatiluwih is also saving the cultural potency, especially history of the Petali Temple existence that is related to the power of Ida Dalem Waturenggong King in Keraton Gelgel (1460 - 1552). The distance from Denpasar to Jatiluwih is about 48 km and it is situated in upstate of Tabanan town (28 Km). The road to this place has been progressively improved so that motor vehicle can enter from east side through Pacung Village and go to Jatiluwih and also from the west side from Watukaru Temple pass to Jatiluwih. Jatiluwih is many visited by tourist from local and foreign countries who want to enjoy the cold atmosphere and beautiful panorama of rice terrace. Jatiluwih as a nature tourist destination in Bali which has been recognized since Dutch colonial build the Security Headquarter and until now the local residents conceives with the Dutch Tangs. Indonesian government has assigned the Jatiluwih to be a Tourist Destination Village because of this potency. 

Other Unique 
Jatiluwih also keep the unique religious ceremony attraction which is famous know as Patirtaan in Petali Temple on Wednesday Kliwon Ugu (Based on Balinese Calendar). The local residents believe that Petali Temple is a worship center of The Hyang Widhi Wasa (the God) as agriculture power. Beside of Petali Temple , there is also Pucak Rsi Temple is located in this area. As a tourist object, Jatiluwih provides the public facilities like parking area, toilet, resting bale and Wantilan for tourist who is enjoying the beautiful panorama. Some restaurants have been built to serve the food and beverage. 

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BERATAN LAKE

Beratan Lake is a shallow lake with the high caldera about 1231m above sea level and it is located at Bedugul, the famous tourist destinations in Bali. This lake have wide 3,8 km2 and also its deepness is up to 22 meters. The water volume in this lake is about 0,049 km3, so Beratan Lake is the closed lake. Tourist can access the Beratan Lake through the dock which have been provided or desist around Ulun Danu Beratan Temple. In this place, the visitor can do various activities like doing recreation to look around in dock or do the other outdoor activities. The various water recreation activities can also be conducted here, for example riding the boat motorize to circle the lake, parasailing, canoeing with the traditional boat, banana boating, water skiing, and others. Fishing activities are also available in this places for who one love fishing in the lake. 

Magnificent View 
Beratan Lake is situated in the plateau area with cool atmosphere surround it. It is an ideal place for relaxation while enjoy the beautiful panorama of lake. The accommodations are also available in this area where is the perfect place for overnight stay, resting and enjoy the beautiful panoramic of lake with the Ulun Danu Temple as a magnificence. The small scale of agriculture activities are likely conducted around this lake and can be perceived at the same time circle around it. If we encircle it, we can take photograph with the beautiful background view or make the picture sketch face in painting mini studio at the lakeside with a short time as a souvenir. 

Other Places of Interest in Bedugul 
If the tourist paying a visit to the Beratan Lake, they also can visit other places of interest in Bedugul Tabanan Bali nearby like Bedugul Botanical Garden or Kebun Raya Eka Karya where the visitors can relax while enjoy the various of flora types, traditional Balinese houses and others. Candi Kuning Market is a Traditional Vegetable and Fruit Market located at Candi Kuning countryside which can be reached only in a few minutes from the lake. Various fruit type, vegetables and also mace can be bought here with many choices. It is not far from Ulun Danu Temple. Buyan Lake and Tamblingan Lake are the next places of interest existing near the Beratan Lake and it is just 3 minutes drive by car from this place. Beratan Lake can be reached easily from the main road from Denpasar to Bedugul and it takes about 2 hours from the town with the good road access. You may also visit this area by joining the exciting Bedugul Tours or Singaraja Tour. 

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TANAH LOT

Tanah Lot Temple is located in coastal side of Beraban countryside, Kediri sub district and Tabanan Regency. It is situated in 30 Km in west side of Denpasar town and about 11 Km in south side of Tabanan town. The temple is built on the rock with 3 acre size and reachable in a few minute by walk, because it is just 20 meters from the coastal lip. This temple is very famous among tourist destinations in Bali with spectacular view of sunset. At some nooks of coral reef around Tanah Lot Temple there are holy tame snake in black and white color where according to the local society believe that it as a deity property and as the guard of the temple from the bad influence. 

Philosophy 

The word of Tanah Lot is consisted of two words that are Tanah word interpreted as a reef looking like gili or isle. Lot or Lod word has meaning the sea. So Tanah Lot is meaning the small island floating on the sea. The location is now called as Tanah Lot has been used at a Megalithic period as a place that looked into holy, proven from the existence of menhir. Pursuant to environmental condition, hence the structure of Tanah Lot Temple is built at irregular reef plain of its angle which is only consisted of one plain yard as Jeroan. 

Function 
The function of this temple can be realized from the function of the main temple building which is located in the temple main area. In this place, there is a main temple to worship the god in form of Dewa Baruna or Bhatara Segara, the sea power. The media of worship to this god is the temple building with 5 storied meanwhile the 3 storied temple building in north part of this area is purposing to worship to Dang Hyang Nirartha. 

In order to know the status of Tanah Lot Temple can be realized from the temple history, function and also incoming devotee existence pray when temple ceremony is held. In this case can be realized as follows: 

• Tanah Lot Temple as dang Kahyangan(the big Holy Temples in Bali ), because the history and the Penyiwi (The people taking care of the temple) are from the local people from Tabanan regency and surrounding area 
• Tanah Lot temple as Segara Temple, because its function as sanctum to worship the Bhatara Segara, the God with manifestation as the ocean Power Deity 

The unique animal can be seen in this temple area is the snake which are generally can be met in the coast. Part of its stomach there are no athwart skin, there is only small skin, but this sea water snake very noxious but snakebite case are very seldom happened, because the sea water snake generally very passive. 


What to See in Tanah Lot 
As a favorite tourism destination in Bali, Tanah Lot owns a magnificent view in particular at the sunset time where the sun slows down to the earth stomach. Every visitor who is paying a visit to this place will be marveled to see the beauty panorama of Tanah Lot. Beside of this temple, there are other temples which can be seen on your visit to Tanah Lot like Batu Bolong Temple, Batumejan Temple and Enjung Galuh Temple. 

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TANAH LOT

Tanah Lot Temple is located in coastal side of Beraban countryside, Kediri sub district and Tabanan Regency. It is situated in 30 Km in west side of Denpasar town and about 11 Km in south side of Tabanan town. The temple is built on the rock with 3 acre size and reachable in a few minute by walk, because it is just 20 meters from the coastal lip. This temple is very famous among tourist destinations in Bali with spectacular view of sunset. At some nooks of coral reef around Tanah Lot Temple there are holy tame snake in black and white color where according to the local society believe that it as a deity property and as the guard of the temple from the bad influence. 

Philosophy 

The word of Tanah Lot is consisted of two words that are Tanah word interpreted as a reef looking like gili or isle. Lot or Lod word has meaning the ocean. So Tanah Lot is meaning the small island floating on the ocean. The location is now called as Tanah Lot has been used at a Megalithic period as a place that looked into holy, proven from the existence of menhir. Pursuant to environmental condition, hence the structure of Tanah Lot Temple is built at irregular reef plain of its angle which is only consisted of one plain yard as Jeroan. 

Function 

The function of this temple can be realized from the function of the main temple building which is located in the temple main area. In this place, there is a main temple to worship the god in form of Dewa Baruna or Bhatara Segara, the sea power. The media of worship to this god is the temple building with 5 storied meanwhile the 3 storied temple building in north part of this area is purposing to worship to Dang Hyang Nirartha. 

In order to know the status of Tanah Lot Temple can be realized from the temple history, function and also incoming devotee existence pray when temple ceremony is held. In this case can be realized as follows: 

• Tanah Lot Temple as dang Kahyangan (the big Holy Temples in Bali ), because the history and the Penyiwi (The people taking care of the temple) are from the local people from Tabanan regency and surrounding area. 
• Tanah Lot temple as Segara Temple, because its function as sanctum to worship the Bhatara Segara, the God with manifestation as the ocean Power Deity 

The unique animal can be seen in this temple area is the snake which are generally can be met in the coast. Part of its stomach there are no athwart skin, there is only small skin, but this sea water snake very noxious but snakebite case are very seldom happened, because the sea water snake generally very passive. 

What to See in Tanah Lot 
As a favorite tourism destination in Bali, Tanah Lot owns a magnificent view in particular at the sunset time where the sun slows down to the earth stomach. Every visitor who is paying a visit to this place will be marveled to see the beauty panorama of Tanah Lot. Beside of this temple, there are other temples which can be seen on your visit to Tanah Lot like Batu Bolong Temple, Batumejan Temple and Enjung Galuh Temple. 

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TAMAN AYUN TEMPLE

Taman Ayun Temple is a Royal Temple of Mengwi Empire and it is located in Mengwi Village, Mengwi sub district, Badung regency and about 18 Km north side of Denpasar town. It is strategically located beside of major roadway between Denpasar to Singaraja. It is set on the land which is surrounded by the big fish pond and look like a drift on the water. It owns the beautiful temple building with multistoried roof and Balinese Architecture. The wide beautiful landscape garden in front courtyard to welcome all visitors who come and visit this temple. It is a beautiful place to visit on your vacation in Bali. 

History 
Pursuant to Papyrus Chronicle of the Mengwi (Lontar Babad Mengwi), the temple which is now referred by Taman Ayun Temple that it had been newly sanctified in the year 1634 M and it is named with Taman Ahyun Temple. The word of Ahyun is coming from from the root word Hyun meaning a temple is founded in the park (pool with the beautiful garden) which can fulfill the desire. The word Ahyun is then changed into Ayun word. Taman Ayun Temple is one of Hindu Temples in Bali become tourist destination which has been visited by many tourists from local and foreign. This temple is usually visited by tourist once having a set tour to Tanah Lot Temple due to this temple is the same route of the Tanah Lot Temple Tour. 


Temple Position and Function 

The function of Taman Ayun Temple is a place to pray the god in their manifestation. It is according to the content of Babad Mengwi and the existence of temple building structure, especially the temple that is located in third area (Jeroan). According to Astadewata, the special God is worshiped in Taman Ayun Temple is the God in manifestation as a Wisnu God which his palace located in top of Mangu mount. In papyrus of Usana Bali mentioning that one of Dewa Catur Lokapalas carry through its worship is Meru Pucak Pangelengan that is a temple building with 9 multistoried roofs. Pitara God is a holy soul deity of ancestor who is also referred as the other names of Hyang Pitara or Dewa Hyang. Pitara God is obliged to be worshiped by clan heir (Prati Sentana) in the form of temple ceremony which the same meaning as by the ceremony to the god. The worshiping existence to Pitara God in Taman Ayun Temple can be searched and proved by pursuant to the existence of temple building which lay in by consecution in east which is called Paibon that is representing Special Temple. Taman Ayun Temple in capacities or its status as special altar for the King family of Mengwi Palace or as a Merajan Agung from Mengwi King Families specially for the founder of Mengwi Empire that is I Gusti Agung Putu. 

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