Best of Bali: Top Five Places to Visit in Bali

There is several reasons to visit Bali as there is heavenly lights on a starry night. Being a little island off the coast of Indonesia doesn't set this hotspot for natural & cultural sights back bit. In fact, you can actually drive up & down the coast in a single day & can still look forward to new & exotic experiences in the next several months. There is no doubt about it. Bali is a mixed bag of idyllic countryside, crystal-clear beach water teeming with colorful marine life, mystic temple ceremonies & a fascinating culture native to the island.

In case you are planning to fly to Bali anytime soon, don't forget to check out at least of the following sights. Lots of them are made for tourists, so expect lots of fellow sightseers trying noisily to get some pics of the place. Others are not as developed as the typical jet-setter would like, but they are ideal for locating peace & relaxation amidst the busy island whose economy depends much on the presence of visitors.

Kuta

Kuta is the budget traveler's go-to location. Although things have quieted a bit since the bombings in 2002, Kuta still remains of the top spots for backpackers & families on holiday. Expect a little tiny little small little bit of heckling from sidewalk hawkers & shopkeepers selling fake surf gear & pirated DVDs, but a little "No thanks" can shoo them away. Kuta redeems itself as you walk towards the shoreline, which is still of the best sights in the whole island, with pearly-white sea foam pounding on shores of fine golden sand.

Ubud

In case you are raring to get away from the frantic beach scene in Kuta, drive to central Bali in lieu & bask peacefully in the cultural wonders of Ubud. All around the locality, you can visit Hindi temples, museums & the palace of the Balinese royal relatives that feature Ubud's historical & architectural significance to Bali. You can also purchase a stool at of the numerous dance-and-music shows followed by a luxurious & healthy meal of Balinese dishes made from ingredients bought at the local market. Although Ubud is quickly growing to absorb neighboring places, there is still lots of sleepy little villages nestled quietly in the midst of lush rice fields.

Nusa Lembongan

Become a beach bum for a whole week at Nusa Lembongan, a comparatively less developed island off mainland Bali. Little has been done to transform Nusa Lembongan in to the tourist refuge that is usually Kuta & Ubud, which makes it the ideal place for hanging out by the seashore without having to dodge hawkers & street vendors. The sand is powdery-white in Nusa Lembongan & the water is a clear aquamarine, making swimming, surfing, snorkeling & diving the best activities in this part of Bali.