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Bali Spectacular – Island Facts And Timelapse Video

April 16, 2014 by Simon Leave a Comment

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Bali, island is situated 1 mile (1.6 km) east of the island of Java, separated by the narrow Bali Strait, Indonesia. Travel & Leisure Magazine has awarded Bali the World’s Best Island in 2009, while the Lonely Planet’s Best of Travel 2010 ranked Bali second place among the world’s Top Regions.

Most of Bali is mountainous (essentially an extension of the central mountain chain in Java), the highest point being Mount Agung, or Bali Peak, 10,308 feet (3,142 metres) in height and known locally as the “navel of the world.” It proved to be an active volcano, erupting in 1963 (after a dormancy of 120 years), killing more than 1,500 persons and leaving thousands homeless. The main lowland is south of the central mountains. The period of the southeast monsoon (May to November) is the dry season. Bali’s flora (mostly hilly tropical rain forest) and fauna resemble those of Java. Some teak grows on Bali, and the giant banyan (waringin) trees are held sacred by the Balinese. Tigers are found in the west, and deer and wild pigs are numerous. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Asia, Indonesia, Travel List Tagged With: bali, indonesia, timelapse, tourism, travel, volcano

10 places you must visit in Bali

November 4, 2013 by Simon Leave a Comment

10 places you must visit in Bali

Bali
Bali

10 Places you must visit

Mount Batur
Mount Batur
Natural Hot Springs in Kintamani
Natural Hot Springs in Kintamani
The Water Palace of Tirtagangga
The Water Palace of Tirtagangga
Pura Besakih
Pura Besakih
Gunung Kawi
Gunung Kawi
Nusa Lembongan
Nusa Lembongan
Denpasar Badung Market
Denpasar Badung Market
Bali Kite Festival
Bali Kite Festival
Amed Beach
Amed Beach
West Bali National Park
West Bali National Park
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1. Mt. Batur

There are several reasons to visit the Kintamani region of Bali.  The most famous reason to visit is Mount Batur.  It is a unique mountain that offers stunning view The Kintamani region is home to Mount Batur.  The view of the mountain is breathtaking whether you view it from the base or the summit.  Mount Batur offers a challenging trek, a once in a lifetime sunrise, and a unique view of Bali.

2. Natural Hot Springs in Kintamani
The natural hot springs are another fantastic place to visit in Bali.  This region is geologically active and produces healing hot springs.  Here you can enjoy the view, watch wildlife, or relax in the healing waters of Bali.  It is a serene and place that will leave you feeling revitalized as the water heals the body and the surrounding views heal your soul. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Asia, Indonesia, Travel Advice Tagged With: asia, bali, beaches, indonesia, mountains, travel guide

Sacred Mountains #1 – Mount Agung, Bali, Indonesia

October 30, 2013 by Simon Leave a Comment

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My first ever trekking experience in Bali (Mar 2013) opened my eyes to the wonder of the natural world and to the untapped capabilities inside my own muscles.  Just after Nic and I finished Mt. Batur, our guide asked us if we wanted to hike Mount Agung (3,031 masl).  At the time, we would not have been physically able to hike the mountain.  I was actually stunned that he asked.  We were sore, novice hikers that had just completed a physically demanding trip.  All of our muscles hurt.  We needed some time to train and to recover.  However, the name stuck. I knew that I would be back to conquer this mountain.

Mount Agung is the highest mountain on the island of Bali.  It is considered a holy mountain by Hindus.  It is home to the mother temple, Pura Besakih. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Asia, Indonesia Tagged With: bali, indonesia, mountain

Climbing the Perilous – a song of Mount Agung, Bali, Indonesia

October 30, 2013 by Simon Leave a Comment


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“First there is a mountain,
Then there is no mountain,
Then there is.”  ~Zen proverb

The massive, looming intangible
gazes at me through a loom
of the stars, guided in streaks
above the rice paddies below
the Balinese skies, in the rapture
of night, and the lush buzz of the jungle. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Asia, Creative, Indonesia Tagged With: asia, bali, indonesia, poetry, volcano

Mount Batur, Indonesia – Life will never be the same again

October 29, 2013 by Simon 1 Comment

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Mount Batur
Bali, Indonesia
Elevation: 1,717 m
Date: 17 March 2013

It was a passion that started recently.  When I chose climbing, I was searching for something that we could do together as father and son.  I wanted it to be something that would test our limits and yet bring our relationship closer to each other. The memories and the lessons that we experience on our trips will last our lifetimes. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Asia, Indonesia Tagged With: asia, bali, batur, indonesia, mountain, trekking, ttindonesia

Bali Spectacular – A Timelapse

September 26, 2013 by Simon Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Asia, Indonesia, Our Paths (Videos) Tagged With: bali, holiday, indonesia, paradise, timelapse, travel

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