Its Bali all over again

Its been 2years since the last time i have visited and im still as captivated as the first time i set foot on this island paradise. Some says that Bali is too commercialised, thats a claim that i wont refute but below the underlying surface lies a timeless beauty of nature and culture. While tourism has mainly taken over as the main economy of the Balinese people, some things still remains the same. You will still be able to see hillside rice fields, traditional performances, woodcarving, silver making and art. This alone help keep the identity of the people which does not fall far away from its roots. Without further ado i present to you Bali.

Kuta city of shopping, surf, and booze

Tulamben - Beach of the black sands


Beach made of volcanic rock earning it the name Beach of the black sands


Jimbaran - Beach dinner romance

Beach side dinner tables as far as the eyes can see





Where's my food!!!

Itadakimasu!!!

Menduk Waterfall - Serene waterfall in the heart of Bali

One of the many magestic waterfalls located in Bali

Chilling out!!!

Everybody say...... WET!!!!!

The Bigger Picture

Nusa Dua - Home of the 5-star Resorts and private beaches

Typical white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters.... the perfect resort material

Blending in

Ahhh... the sound of the crashing waves reminds me of home


Lovina - Relaxation Heaven

Aditya the relaxation central of Lovina

Setting off at dawn for dolphin watch

Dolphins spotted!!! the game of cops and robbers has begun.... the chase is on

A pair of silver fins... these playful and magestic creatures loves the attention and chase given by the boat handlers

Manage to catch a close-up shot of the bottle nose dolphin

As day breaks the cat and mouse chase ends with a spectacular sunrise

Nothing beats dipping in the pool for leisure

At days end fishermen returns with their catch

A sense of silence and alienation crept in as the sun sets beyond the horizon


Kintamani - Home of the cliff temples

The Kintamani cliff temple high above the jagged rocks and the crashing waves

Breath taking view from the edge of the cliff

The jagged rocks below.... falling down will spell certain doom

The cliff sides are carved by wind and waves over a millenia

whats better than taking a group picture on the edge of a cliff?

Isolated.... =_=


Tanah Lot - The Icon of Bali

Astounding evening view of tanah lot

A Silly thing to do in public..... aww wat the heck

The temple on the sea projected against the backdrop of balinese sunset

gone.... the sun behind the blanket of clouds in the horizon


Ubud - Delicious babi guling(fire roasted pig) and Bebek Bengil(dirty duck)

Kampung style view of the paddy fields at bebek bengil ristorante

A patch of young paddys

Ahh so much greenery...... a soothing view for the tired eyes

The sun and sky just above our heads

With the cooling paddy field breeze and comfy cushioning.... a perfect chance for a nap... ZZzZzZz


MiSc - Pictures Taken along the way

Outer view of the Lake temple

Posing at the entrance of the lake temple

The Lake temple... a perfect unison of man-made wonder and nature

Wats a Bali trip without monkeys??? there you have it... the mischievious natives

And finally a Neko..... this is nekocheong's blog after all