Located between Java and the Lombok Islands, Bali is one of the most popular and evocative tourist islands in the Indonesian archipelago that consists of over 17,000 tiny islands. It is called the Island of Gods for its awe-inspiring scenic beauty and rich cultural biodiversity. Bali has an approximate population of around 4 million and is a piece of tropical paradise tucked into the scenes of an isolated island placed amidst the blue waters of the Indian Ocean.

Bali is a province of Indonesia and includes a few smaller islands, including Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Ceningan. It is the western-most of the Lesser Sunda Islands, with Denpasar as its capital. Bali has become one of the most popular and preferred tourist attractions for visitors from all across the world. It is famous for its varied topography that ranges from majestic mountains to unspoiled coastlines and beaches, scenic volcanic hillsides and the unique black sandy beaches.

The cultural side of Bali

The culture and ethnicities of the region is another major attraction of tourists. There are several places to visit in Bali. Several cultural rituals that are performed at the islands are unique experiences for people from other parts of the world. People visit this place to witness the beauty and cultural diversity blended into a single paradisal island.

Bali has a predominantly Hindu culture with thousands of temples all across the island. The popularity of the Hindu Culture in a more Muslim dominated country, like Indonesia, is absolutely rare to find and witness. Balinese architecture is one of the major Bali tourist attractions.

Several Indians visit Bali every year to closely witness the unique Hindu culture and paradisal beauty of the islands. The Balinese charisma mainly consists of the spiritual feeling all across the islands. It sparks and appeals to the senses of an individual almost like an invigorating fragrance of incense and clove-oil spread in the tropical air of the island.

If you are planning a big memorable vacation soon, and especially planning to visit the place from India, Bali packages from Bangalore are available and are one of the best options for your itinerary. The destination is a unique experience for every individual visiting the islands. It is said to calm the soul and bring inner peace to every individual with its terrific beauty and spiritual enrichment. The island is rich in its culture and natural beauty and provides some excellent opportunities to spend some great leisure time with family or friends.

We have compiled a list of the top seven places to visit in Bali to include in your itinerary and to-do lists. The list has the most fascinating and popular tourist destination of the island. A wide range of activities, ranging from surfing, trekking, cycling, and a rich art and culture scene is a top draw for several people.

Top 7 places to visit in Bali

1. Pura Tanah Lot

One of the most iconic temples of the island, located about 20 kilometers northwest of Kuta, Pura Tanah Lot, has a spectacular setting on a rocky islet that is surrounded by tranquil blue waters. It is one of the most popular and sacred temples across the island. The largest and holiest Hindu temple in Bali is Pura Besakih.

2. Mount Batur

One of the places you must visit in Bali is Mount Batur, a place where tourists and visitors arrive at dawn to start a trek up the hills to reach a 1,700-metre high summit. It is also an active volcano site in Kintamani District in Bali’s central highlands. It is considered to be sacred by the locals of the region. Lake Batur is another beautiful tourist destination in the area.

3. Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Ubud is a popular town and is one of the top Bali tourist attractions. The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in the region, located 10 minutes away from the town center, is one of the top attractions in the touristy town. People who love photography favor visiting this place. And if you are a nature lover, you can catch a glimpse of the grey long-tailed macaques. There are paved pathways leading through the thick forests with moss-covered statues and ancient temples.

4. Ubud Art and Culture

Ubud is the epicenter of Balinese art and culture. Portrayed in several movies, the places show a diverse and multitude of Balinese art and ethnicities. Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) and the Neka Art Museum, along with Setia Darma House of Masks & Puppets, featuring ceremonial masks from Asia; Museum Puri Lukisan, portraying a range of Balinese artistic styles; and the Don Antonio Blanco Museum are the most popular places to visit in the town to get acquainted with the culture and rich heritage of the Balinese people.

5. Seminyak Shopping

Bali is also popular for its attractive cloth designing faculties and fabulous shopping options. The best of the Balinese design can be found on the streets of Seminyak, ranging from modern designer wear to swimwear, jewelry, furniture and a range of other products making the area one of the top Bali tourist attractions. The main shopping malls here are the Seminyak Square and the Seminyak Village, with other places, like the Seminyak Flea Markets that offer a wide range of ethnic and colloquial handicrafts and jewelry.

6. Kuta Beach

One of the most popular and crowded beaches in Bali is the Kuta beach. It is included in most Bali packages from Bangalore and is one of the top places to visit here. For people who prefer quiet and peaceful time at a beach, the neighboring Seminyak and Legian beaches are the ideal destinations to spend a fun and relaxing day, or to surf on the blue waves of the sea.

7. The Nusa Islands

The Nusa Islands is one of the top places to visit in Bali if you’re looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway. It is one of the least crowded areas and is suitable for people looking to spend some leisure time with their family or friends.

Bali, is rightly called the Island of Gods for its spiritual and cultural diversity blended with its paradisal beauty of the landscape. It is an amazing experience for tourists visiting the island, to witness the beauty and rich heritage of the Balinese culture. Choose from the available Bali packages from Bangalore if you are planning to visit this amazing part of the world anytime soon.