Beautiful place denpasar in bali
Although it may not be as popular as
the vibrant tourist’s compound of Kuta and Legian or the thrilling waves of the
island’s south coast among tourists, Denpasar, the capital city of the
Island-Province of Bali holds its own charm as a place where modernity and
Balinese distinct culture blend flawlessly as a whole. The city also acts as
the major hub that connects the many tourists’ destinations within Bali Island.
Denpasar is also the site where the Bali Arts Festival is held annually.
Designated as Bali’s capital city
since 1958, replacing the former capital of Singaraja in the north, the city of
Denpasar has since then grown rapidly in population and economy. Around its
major square are the office of the Governor, the Bali Museum, and Bali’s first
hotel, the Bali Hotel, where Hollywood film stars Charlie Chaplin and Barbara
Hutton once stayed. Also around here are major banks. While other government
offices can be found at Renon.
The Puputan Square itsef is a
historic landmark in Bali’s heroic history. As historic reminder of this
phenomenal stance, the huge Bajra Sandhi Monument was erected at the Puputan
Margarana Square, right in the heart of the city. Inside the monument, visitors
will find dioramas and other valuable collections depicting the history of the
Balinese struggle against colonialism.
The provincial administration’s seat
of Bali, Denpasar is bristling with temples, palaces, and at the eastern part
is the popular lay back beach of Sanur. Although is a center for government and
businesses, the city does not cramped itself with lines of tall buildings or
modern architectures. Instead, many of the government offices, banks,
businesses offices, shopping malls, and others retain the distinct personality
of Balinese culture.
Denpasar is by far the largest city
in Bali but still manages to retain a small town ambience despite heavy traffic
congestion on its roads. The city is generally made up of tightly knit villages
complete with historic Hindu temples surrounded by communal family compounds.
It offers the most accessible way to see real, uncompromising Balinese life.
Denpasar is also Bali’s best spot for shopping and features everything from
lively street markets, vast department stores and more than its fair share of
trendy boutiques. Expect the cheapest prices in Bali for almost everything as
most stores cater to locals.
The capital city offers the best way
to explore the island complete insight through the Bali Provincial Museum
(Museum Negeri Provinsi Bali) or simply known as Bali Museum. As Bali’s
flagship museum, it offers an informative introduction to almost all things in
Bali through a vast array of cultural and historic artifacts from across the
island. It is housed in four traditional pavilions set around a walled
compound, right in the heart of town. Weaponry, utensils, precious jewelry,
Balinese textiles, religious artifacts, traditional costumes and masks, and
several artworks are among some of the collection displayed in the museum.
Located in the eastern suburbs, the
Taman Werdhi Budaya or Bali Art’s Center is Bali’s foremost cultural centre. It
comprises a large exhibition space, art museum, concert hall and amphitheatre
and an adjoining school for the performing arts. There are permanent displays
of Balinese art covering all styles made famous in nearby Ubud, woodcarvings
and traditional costumes. Visitors can experience dance and music performances
in two open-air amphitheaters with modern lighting. Dances are also regularly
staged for the public, including works integrating modern Balinese
choreography. The unique Kecak performance staged every night at 6:30-7:30 pm.
As any place in Bali, Denpasar is
also decorated with many Hindu Temples. Among some of the renowned temples in
Denpasar are the Pura Agung Jagatnatha (adjacent to the Bali Museum), Pura
Maospahit, and Puri Pemecutan.
Get
There
Most visitors coming to Bali will
arrive at Ngurah Rai International Airport, located in Tuban between Kuta and
Jimbaran, roughly 15 km from Denpasar or about 30 minutes drive. Acting as a
main entrance to Bali, the airport is the second-busiest international airport
in Indonesia, after Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Ngurah Rai
International Airport connects Bali to most of Indonesian major cities and some
of the major cities of the world.
Denpasar is centrally located and
easily reached by car or taxi from the main tourist regions of south Bali. A
trip from Kuta, Legian and Seminyak will
take 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Sanur is just 15 minutes to the east
and Ubud about 30 minutes to the north. Tabanan is about 40
minutes to the northwest. A pre-paid taxi from the airport will cost between Rp
70,000-100,000, depending on exactly where in Denpasar you are heading to.
The main bus terminal of Denpasar is
Ubung, which is also a bemo (public minibuses transportation) terminal. Aside
from connecting many cities in Bali, Ubung is also the main bus hub of Southern
Bali to Java. A bus to and from Surabaya, the capital of East Java will cost
about Rp 120,000 including the ferry trip between Banyuwangi and Gilimanuk,
mineral water and a meal.
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