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Town in Bali, Indonesia
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Singaraja is the largest city in North Bali, and the former colonial administrative capital of not only Bali, but the whole of the Lesser Sunda Islands. Singaraja still has some of the feel of an old colonial capital. The streets are wider and grander than elsewhere in Bali and some of the old houses set in large gardens recall days long gone.
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A library and museum dedicated to the cataloging and preservation of old lontar (paper made from the rontal palm) scripts. Also houses some bronze inscription plates dating from the 10th century. Very much worth a visit.
Pura Jagatnatha Singaraja
This is the most important temple in the city and the largest in the whole of North Bali. Non-Hindu visitors will not normally be allowed to enter. It is though still worth a visit to admire its magnificence from outside.
This rather splendid monument commemorates a local freedom fighter killed in the war against the Dutch. It is the dominant feature of the ramshackle but charming seafront of the city. Explore the surrounding area for a feeling of what Singaraja might have been like in its days as an important colonial port.
Yeh Sanih
A quaint, tiny coastal village with a notable cold spring bathing area set in nice gardens. The spring water here is said to originate from holy Lake Batur. A warning that the springs are very popular with local children, and can get noisy. Don't let that put you off though, this is a very charming spot.
You are on the northern slopes of the central mountain range here, and there are three spread out waterfalls around the village of Gitgit. When driving south from Singaraja to Bedugul you cannot miss the signs and car parks. The best of the falls is the southernmost which drops about 50 metres. Some opportunities for bathing in the cool and fresh mountain waters.
A lovely looking temple, perhaps one of the most impressive in North Bali, and the location of the famous original carving of the Dutch cyclist which you see copied all over Bali. The temple is devoted to deities of agricultural matters.
A splendid pink sandstone temple with especially dramatic stone carvings. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of rice, Dewi Sri.
A restaurant in the form of a pondok or village house where locals and tourists enjoy Indonesian and Western cuisine. Good place to eat if you can't find any Indonesian food which suits your taste. Meals served by experienced chef with work experience overseas. The atmosphere is very quiet and relaxing. A very cheap, sanitary and quiet place to eat. Prices range from Rp 6,000 to 25,000.
A favoured hangout of local students, especially in the evenings. Good place to make friends and chat. You will find the locals very friendly indeed. Decent, standard Indonesian food at budget prices.
Simple accommodation in the middle of the city.
Rather uninspiring accommodation but probably the best in the city. Fan-cooled and air con rooms.
A very pleasant all villa hotel set in 3 hectares of beach side land, just east of Air Sanih. The villas are all individually designed. If you are looking to splurge a little on a truly off-the-beaten-path option, then look no further. Owned and run by a group of Germans, Swiss and Balinese.
Accommodation varies from serviced bungalows to guest rooms. All have their own ocean views and indoor/outdoor bathrooms, TV and bar facilities.
Away from overcrowded touristic places, surrounded by coconut and mango plantations, this quiet, relaxing beachfront resort enables you to see the part of Bali without shopping malls, night clubs and traffic jams. Each bungalow can comfortably accommodate a family of 4 and includes a 2nd-floor balcony overlooking the ocean. Bondalem Beach Club Restaurant, serving Indonesian and European food, is on the premises. You can choose from a menu or ask the staff to cook for you something special, like freshly caught fish you bought from a local fisherman. Free bicycle and scooter hire. Outdoor swimming pool overlooking the sea with poolside sunbeds under large umbrellas. The pool has a shallow end for the kids to splash around in, and there is a kids' play corner complete with lots of toys and books to keep them occupied. Free Wi-Fi.
By motorcycle
The ability to overtake on single lane roads reduces the travel time significantly especially when delays abound during peak hours.
By taxi
A prepaid taxi from the Denpasar airport will cost Rp 600,000-800,000.
By bus or bemo
Annoyingly for a city of its relatively small size, Singaraja has three bus terminals. Local bemos ferry passengers between the three terminals, many of which seem to be blue.
Almost no visitors stay in Singaraja, it is more of a passing through town. Visitors therefore normally explore the city and surrounding areas in the car they arrived in.
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