Badung

This farm's goal is to promote the survival of the green turtles, which are an endangered species. The farm is located next to Tanjung Benoa, near Nusa Dua and Jimbaran Bay. The shy turtles are kept in bamboo fences, so that they are safe from poachers. People are now encouraged not to kill the turtles for food, in order to ensure the survival of these creatures.

This statue was built in 1993, located at the center of road intersection at the northeast of Bali International airport. In Mahabrata story Gatotkaca is depicted as a very brave and powerful knight, the son of Bima, one of the five Pandawa brothers. He is identified as flying knight who is responsible for air defence and security protection for the Pandawa Kindom. The erection of the statue apart from as an effort to beautify the landscape around the airport, it is also believed could contribute spiritual protection and safety for all incoming and outgoing flights. This statue enable to present a very striking view and excellent for taking picture when you arrive in or leave Bali.

 

This monument remind us to the terrible incident, the explosion of Bali Bomb occurred on Saturday evening October 12, 2002 at Jalan Legian, Kuta which causing 202 persons from 22 countries killed and 324 seriously injured or defected.

The horrible bomb explosion also destroyed and damaged many buildings and cars in one kilometer radius, and since that tragedy, tourism industry as the back bone of Bali's economy suffer the deepest decline along its history. But owing to the dedication and hard work of all community levels, either private sectors or The Government, now it has got gradual recovery.

The monument is located at the area of explosion site (Ground Zero), while the striking part of the monument is "kayonan" taking the shape of huge white colour tree leaf, as symbol of the universe, and at the lower part of kayonan could be found an inscription listing all dead victim.

This area is just south of Kedonganan beach and has a very beautiful white sand area and clear sea water that is suitable for recreation and relaxation. It is quiter than its neighbouring beaches and one will find nice hotels and mostly seafood restaurants. Jimbaran is, in fact, famous for its delicious seafood with Jimbaran's secret sauce. "You've got to taste it to believe it. Mainly sea food, particularly its typical grilled sea food.

This area was once a poor fishing village with a black history of lepers and magic practitioners. Soon after, Kuta began to provide what visitors wanted and now that area has become a key point on the route from India through Southeast Asia to Australia. One of the primary attraction of this area is the long sweep of white sand the Kuta's picturesque bay. A visit to Bali without the Kuta experience is not complete. The famous Kuta sunset, where one can enjoy a tranquil, balmy atmosphere along the coastline is stunning. There is a wide selection of hotels and bungalows, the nightlife is hot, and cuisines of all types abound. There are also many recreation and sport fascilities as well as children's playgrounds.