What is Bali most famous for ?

In 2010, Bali got the Best island Award from Travel and Leisure. Dubbed as the island of love by honeymooners, Bali, Indonesia springs up images of ripples of aquamarine waters, waves, active volcano, temple dances, private villas, arts and crafts, wild life and marine sports. It is also well known for Babi Guling the favorite food of the locals. It is eaten with Jukut Nanga Mekuah and steamed rice. But for this one has to move out of the typical tourist zone and ask for this dish. Couples exploring the place on their own or with the help of some local guides can reach the right eatery that serves this pork dish. Head towards Kerobokan, Ubud or Mengiwi to find where this is available. The best place will not be in a fine dining restaurant but the street corners. So if a couple is in Canggu, a corner street shop will be serving this dish. The best of this culinary treat is found in Gianyar.

Active volcano

Intrepid couples can also chose to make a memorable trip to see the most active volcano of the island. It is an attraction by itself. Batur has the most active volcano in the island. The conical mountain spews Basaltic lava. When it is active it can be mildly explosive. The picturesque lake is also worth the visit.

Annual arts festival in Bali

It is good to know that some of the most traditional forms of arts and culture are still thriving in the island. Thanks to the growing number of tourists, the locals have spectacular crowds for their annual arts festival. Being appreciated by foreigners brings happiness to the Balinese people. Many forms of dances are performed during the festival. It is like an island carnival with full regalia of costume drama, theater, music and vintage dances. Tourists are also encouraged to participate making the event livelier. Each village has its own unique arts activities they pride in. During the main festival all villages converge in Denpasar with their art forms. Usually the festival lasts for a month.

Wildlife in Bali

While the southern part of Bali is well known for its beaches the northern part thrives and attracts tourists because of the wildlife. While monkeys do their business of snatching bags in temples, the other species prefer to co-exist with the humans. Like lizards, they are harmless and do not interfere with crowds around them. And the legend goes that if a lizard calls seven times, good luck is on the way! Balinese tigers have become rare, but once in a while one can catch hold of it at day break. The northern Bali which boasts of a good green cover also has civets, barking deer, mouse deer, squirrels, iguanas, bats, and several exotic birds. Nearly 300 species of the animal, bird and insect kingdom live in harmony. Dolphins are also common in Bali. They can be seen in Padangbai, Lovina and Candi dasa. Large whales can be found in Menjangan Island.