BALI: This unique island is Indonesia's most popular tourist spot. It has thousands of Hindu temples. It has a population of 90% Hindus, plus Muslims, Buddhists and Christians. There is so much to see in Bali, that one would go crazy. Everyday there is some temple ceremony. It is indeed correctly called "Paradise Island". Practically every person is either an artist, painter, or doing sculpture in stone, wood or silver. He has to be something to gain respect in the community. Denpasar is the capital.

1. Besakih: This is known as the mother temple of Bali and must be visited. The scenic beauty along the route is beautiful. In 1963, there was a volcanic eruption. The molten lava would have destroyed the temple. It however stopped at the foot of the temple.

2. Bedugul: (Ulan Danu) The view on this route is breath taking. The temple Ulan Danu is in the lake itself.

3. Tanah Lot:

This temple is on a cliff and must be visited.

It was built in the 16^th century by the famous priest Naratha. On the way, if possible do see the monkey forest.

4. Goa Gajah: This 11^th century temple has a statue of Ganesha. It was built as a monastery.

5. Tampaksiring: 1000 years old temple built around a sacred spring.

Garuda Wishnu Kencana

6. Garuda Wishnu Kencana: is a modern complex built near Ulu. Watu temple at the southern tip of Bali.

7. Sanur Iron pillar: Inscription in Sanskrit on it is nearly 1000 years old. It describes the victory of a king over his enemies.

8. Kecak: Monkey dance; Sita wife of King Rama is surrounded by dancers who keep uttering Chak-Chak in unison. The whole atmosphere is charged with emotion. Kecak dance is from Ramayana.

	9. Hindu Cremation ceremony. If you are lucky, you will see this fantastic ceremony. In Bali, death is considered as liberation from worldly attachments and is an occasion for celebration.	10. Barong and Rangda Masked Dance: This dance depicts the victory of virtuous Barong over the evil Rangda.
11. Serangan: Turtle island: Watch the turtles lay eggs. Giant kites are flown here, especially on a festival day.

12. Kuta Beach: Sunset on this international beach is claimed to be exotic and world famous.

14. Common scene in Bali:

Ladies offering fruits to the Gods.

13. Moon of Pejeng: A huge gong, the largest of its kind in the East, is one of the archeological masterpieces in Bali. The Balinese consider it to be charged with magical power.