Want to make your Instagram profile ‘the picture-perfect one’? Bali should definitely be on top of your travel list. With a blend of adventure, ancient culture, sunny beaches and crazy parties Bali is a year-round destination. It’s a country worth visiting and with these instagrammable spots, Bali has it all!
1. Kelingking Beach
One of the most famous beaches and the must-visit amongst the many other beauties Bali has to offer. Purely a magical view the beach has to offer. With its breathtaking over cliff views forming a shape of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, deep turquoise blue waters and white sand around it makes it the perfect photo stop on your Bali tour package.
2. Luhur Lempuyang
Rightfully called the ‘Gateway of Heaven’, The Lempuyang is an old-time (91 AD) mountain temple located towards the east of Bali around 1,775m above sea level.
The establishment of temples around Mount Lempuyang is believed to predate the majority of Hindu temples on the island of Bali and is considered as the spiritual protector of the island. Bounties to the adventure junkies, while doing the hike of around 1700 steps to get the incredible panoramic views of the ancient site.
3. Tegalalang Rice Terraces
Breathe some fresh air and take a picture amidst the lush green rice paddies along the slopes of Ubud! Sounds like a great idea isn’t it? The magnificent Tegalalang Rice paddies comprising cascading emerald-green fields are one of the main cultural landscapes of Ubud and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bali. Worked by local rice farmers it is known for its innovative irrigational style.
4. Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
Located connecting the north and south Bali, The Ulun Danu Bratan Temple has been a awe-inspiring spot for both the tourists and the locals of Bali. Located on the edge of the Beratan Lake giving reflections in the smooth waters around henec often called as the Floating temple of Bali. Not only for its beauty but one should not miss the relaxing vibes around the place.
5. The Bali Swing
Swinging between long palm trees, rice terraces and rivers, THRILLING is the word! Bali Swing is one of the best and most popular swings in Bali, located around a 20-minute drive from Ubud. With its exclusivity it attracts many tourists daily, so to avoid long queues be sure that goes in the sundowns or early mornings with soft golden lights that can make a perfect picture. Happy snapping!
6. Tirta Empul
Traditional beauty is something very unique to Bali including its customs and practises. Tirta Empul are holy water baths, a dip in the Tirta Empul after the temple visits are known for inner and spiritual cleansing. Not all might be interested in them (the holy baths) but the structure around the temple, architecture, stories about the legends and myths of the temple and the ceremonial process is worth capturing.
7. Wanagiri Hidden Hills
These hidden hills are a combination of some mesmerizing natural beauty with some great humanised work around the place making it a perfect vintage spot. Relax on the big bird’s nests (an Indonesian interpretation of the Eiffel Tower) overlooking Lake Tambingan and Lake Buyan. However, as with anywhere in Bali the pro tip would be to start the day early and beat the crowds!
8. La Plancha Bali
Time for some parties and fun? Watching the sunset while lazing around in one of those rainbow colored bean bags with the traditional Balinese umbrellas along the shore is an experience in itself. Originating from the Spanish culture and integrated in the Balinese culture, this marks one of the coolest sunset spots in Bali. Grab a drink or two and enjoy the evening with your loved ones.
9. Bamboo Forest in Bangli
Next on the list should be getting a picture clicked in the tunnel-shaped bamboo tree. Find such bamboo filled streets in the Kubu Bangli village, unruffled by mankind. Post this take a walk in the nearby ancient and well-preserved villages synced into the Balinese culture – Penglipuran Village. Small houses lined up on the main street makes a perfect backdrop for a few clicks!
10. Mount Batur
With a lot of Sunset spots, Mount Batur is filled with adventure and only first on the scenes. Yes, up at 2am for an early morning hike and experiencing the sun rise from the summit makes it all worth it. Catch up on some quick breakfast on top of the peak while relishing the views. This experience is definitely a visual treat altogether. But before heading back, do halt at a traditional Bali coffee processing plant and witness how Balinese coffee is made.
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