Explore East Bali
The most interesting thing about Bali island is that it is the world’s paradise. It seems to be a small island with nothing special. When you step on here, you will find various natural beauties and uniqueness giving a meaningful surprise. Exploring every side of Bali requires time because it has millions of hidden gems. You can explore East Bali first to get hidden gems out.
List of Explore East Bali
Soekasada Ujung Park, Karangasem
There are many beautiful parks in Karangasem Kingdom, Bali. Besides Tirta Gangga, you can explore Soekasada or Ujung Park. In 1963, this park was destroyed due to the eruption of Mount Agung. It was built in 1901 with the pool name of Dirah with the involvement of Dutch and Chinese architecture. You can see the beauty of this park with the big pillars without roofs. It can see the southeast side and the deep blue sea from Ujung Beach. You can see the green hills called Bisbis Hills from here.
There will be some enchanting sides of Soekasada Park for visitors with unforgettable experiences.
View
You can explore East Bali and visit this park. It is a magnificent place for kings in the past with a gorgeous view. From the building on the east side, you can see the beach views and the blue sea. From the west side, you can see Mount Gede with clouds surrounding it.
Wide Pool
This park has wide and large pools consisting of three pools in the south and north. The pools contain fishes that you can feed them. It has a connecting bridge to the peaceful place of King Karangasem.
Esthetic Architecture
The building of this park has a combination of Balinese and European styles which look attractive for tourists taking pictures and moments there. The rest of the buildings were earthquakes left in 1963. It makes this park more esthetic and enchanting because it is still natural. You can feel like living in the Karangasem Kingdom.
Tirta Gangga, Karangasem
One of the tourist places in East Bali to explore is Tirta Gangga. It is a historical and enchanting place in Karangasem. It functions as a praying and bathing place. Tirta Gangga came from the Gangga River, a holy river of Hindus in India. The water in this place is holy because it comes from a natural water source and the soil. To explore East Bali, you must put it into your itinerary list.
Tirta Gangga gives some impressive things to reveal when you explore it. Here they are.
Authentic Beauty
The beauty of Tirta Gangga is complete with statues and stone ornaments above the pool. It is located in the centre of farming areas and green hills. Tirta Gangga looks so dense with the natural panorama. The temperature of this location is perfect due to the high location. You can see the view of Mount Agung because the distance is fairly close.
Original Enchantment
The building of Tirta Gangga looks long with various pools, decorative ornaments, statues, and plants. The parts of the building consist of a holy place, a water source, and a water tower. It has big and small pools, statues, and various plants. The architecture is typical of Bali looking so original.
A Holy Place
It has a pool on the right side full of decorative stones. The stones surround the pool making the tourists walk in the center of the area. It is to be a holy place for Hindus so you can benefit from its water.
Pura Lempuyang, Karangasem
Pura Lempuyang has some historical versions. The name of Pura comes from the word Lampu meaning light. The name of Lempuyang means to be a holy light from God. To reach this place, you explore East Bali because it is located in Karangasem. You require a two-hour drive from Denpasar. The entrance ticket for domestic tourists is Rp50.000 and foreign tourists Rp100.000. The uniqueness of this temple is distinct.
To reach the main temple at the top of Lempuyang Temple, the tourists must step on more than 1.700 stairs. The tourists will feel fresh air from the natural forest along the way stepping on the stairs. You can hear animal sounds making you attractive. You require physical endurance to reach the top of the temple because it has many grasses and tropical trees. After you reach the top of Lempuyang Temple, tourists will see the beautiful Mount Agung. You can benefit from that chance to capture moments and photos. For the trekking fans, of course, it becomes an unforgettable moment. You must wear praying clothes to keep the sacred place of the temple while visiting here.
Snorkeling in Amed Beach, Karangasem
Amed Beach is a small paradise underwater located in East Bali. You can explore East Bali like snorkelling in Amed. This beach offers an amazing water view with colourful coral reefs. It has become a great place for snorkeling and scuba diving in Amed. The beautiful underwater view of Amed Beach is suitable for underwater activities. Luckily, you can find turtles, coral sharks, and other fishes. In addition, Amed Beach also has an amazing view. With the calm atmosphere of the city crowd, Amed Beach is the best spot to enjoy sunrise or sunset. You can also do snorkelling on this beach while enjoying sunrise and sunset.
Amed Beach has a black-sand line because it does not reduce its beauty. Access to this beach is easy. You do not need to get worried about the trip because you can reach it anytime. Amed Beach is open for 24 hours. The best time to visit is in the morning when sunrise comes. The best time for snorkelling is on a sunny day. You can see the underwater view. If you want to snorkel, you will swim and try to snorkel. Amed Beach has high waves so it is not friendly for beginners. The beach facilities are sufficient to support your snorkelling activities. Amed Beach is a perfect place for snorkelling when you come to visit Bali Island.
