TENGANAN

Protected for centuries from the outside world by its surrounding walls, the village of Tenganan has maintained its ancient pre-Hindu customs. Unique ritual offering dances and gladiator like battles are enacted as they have been for centuries. Tenganan is famous for its "Double Ikat" woven cloths called gringsing, which are supposed to protect the wearer with magical power.

TIRTA GANGGA

Tirta Gangga is just north of Karangasem on the slopes of Mount Agung. It is water playground designed by a prince in the Royal Family of Karangasem as a resting place. The exotic pools and water fountains sustained some damage during the eruptions of Mount Agung, but the water gardens remain as serene and tempting as ever.

BESAKIH

The holiest temple in Bali, Besakih on the slopes of Mount Agung is the focal point for all Balinese Hindus. In 1979 the great 100-year ceremony of Eka Dasa Rudra, a sacrificial purification ceremony of massive proportions was held there. Besakih is a complex of about 30 temples the main one, Pura Panataran Agung has a large three seated shrine to Brahmana, Wisnu and Siwa, the Hindu holy trinity in the main courtyard.

CANDIDASA

Candidasa in named after the temple overlooking the freshwater lagoon on the road to Amlapura. The temple is dedicate to Shiva and Hariti, so it serves both Hindus and Buddhists Childless couples come hereto pray for children. And on the other hand Candidasa is smaller, more intimate and offers betters value for money than the main seaside resort and is an excellent base from which to explore the sights of east Bali.

LOVINA

Lovina is the name a beach in Kalibukbuk village, 12 km to the west of Singaraja. The location is peaceful and its beach still natural. There are many pleasant guesthouses to accommodate you.