November is one of the best times to be in Bali as a tourist in 2025. Bali is home to a deeply reverent culture, and worship and devotion are deeply ingrained in all aspects of daily life. This November, Bali will be observing the holy festivals of Galungan and Kuningan, and tourists may already be …
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Bali’s rich cultural heritage is one of the top reasons the island continues to welcome millions of tourists each year. Cultural heritage can be found everywhere in Bali —from temples and palaces to rice paddies and beaches— but it is in the island’s dance culture that ancient stories come to life. There are dozens of …
One of the most important aspects of a visit to Bali is the opportunity to connect with the island’s incredibly reverent culture and rich spiritual history. One way to dive straight into the heart of Balinese culture is to visit Pura Besakih, the Mother Temple. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always …
For many tourists heading to Bali, the City of Denpasar is an urban hubbub that’s simply driven through on the way to a resort or beach. Yet Denpasar is a cultural melting pot that is a seriously overlooked gem when it comes to off-pavement cultural must-visits. A day trip to Denpasar can showcase a whole …
Tourists visiting Bali on the lookout for a quiet temple to explore should take a moment to consider the ancient Pura Kehen in Bangli Regency. This 9th-century temple is visited by a fraction of the number of visitors seen by the island’s most famous temples, and has so much cultural heritage to explore. Not only …
Bali is sometimes known as the Island of A Thousand Temples…in fact, the island is home to many more temples than that! There is one very special temple that, for Balinese Hindus, holds more spiritual significance than any other, and, generously, the Balinese people allow tourists and non-Hindus to visit. In Bali, the tenets and …
Bali is best known as a majority Balinese Hindu island, but within Balinese culture, both Hinduism and Buddhism are closely intertwined. While almost all temples tourists will see in Bali are dedicated to Hindu deities, there are a few very special Buddhist temples that are waiting to be explored. The Ling Gwan Kiong Buddhist Temple …
Bali is a haven for foodies! Home to some of the best restaurants in Asia, incredible eateries, innovative diners, and the most Instagrammable cafes around, Bali is the undisputed foodie capital of Indonesia. It is entirely possible to go on vacation in Bali and never try any Indonesian food, let alone any Balinese food. But …
It’s the peak travel season in Bali, and there are three incredible cultural festivals happening on the island this month that tourists simply must add to their itineraries. As the Bali Arts Festival picks up speed in Denpasar, the island is also about to celebrate the Lovina Festival and Just Dance It Out 2025. From …
There are many different ways to connect to Bali meaningfully. Tourists can connect to the island’s culture by taking part in a water purification ceremony, hiking up the famous volcanoes, or trying local specialty foods. One of the best ways to connect to Balinese culture is to stay at a locally owned and operated hotel, …
Bali is on a mission to encourage tourists to connect to the island’s cultural heritage in more meaningful ways. With tourism the most significant economic driver on the island, leaders are keen to ensure that the presence of tourism in the province helps preserve, conserve, and promote the region’s truly unique culture. For tourists, this …
As Bali prepares to welcome hundreds of thousands more tourists as the high season gets underway, tourism leaders around the island are launching a series of seasonal events and cultural performances for visitors to enjoy. One such destination is Ulun Danu Beratan, which will be hosting a Gebogan Parade every day throughout July and August. …