The summer retreat of wealthy Dutch families, early 20th century, Badung still holds onto erstwhile bohemian charm. Oft referred to as the ‘Paris of Java’, Badung offers diverse experiences – from Uluwatu’s spiritual vibes to Canggu’s cool cafés; Seminyak’s high-end glam to the most iconic beachfront luxury resorts, buzzing beach clubs and an unending surf-friendly coastline.
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Respect local customs & Observe cultural etiquette:
When visiting temples, seek permission to before participating in a ritual, wear appropriate clothing and follow prescribed local traditions. Learn to say “Selamat Pagi” (Good Morning), “Selamat Siang” (Good Day), “Selamat Sore” (Good Afternoon), “Selamat Malam” (Good Evening), and “Terima Kasih” (Thank You).
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Badung Regency (Kabupaten in Balinese) is one of the 8 provinces of Bali, Indonesia, liesto the west of Denspar City.
Located in the southern part of the island, Badung stretches from the Bukit peninsula in the south to Mount Catur in the north. At places in between, it is barely 2 kilometres wide – connecting the peninsula to Bali mainland and at Petang village,where Badung is just a mountain ridge between two river valleys.
Shuttle buses are a great choice for travelling along Bali’s main tourist routes, allowing for faster, more comfortable and convenient rides when compared to riding a bemo (open- air minibus). Companies such as Kura-Kura Bus are fully air-conditioned and offer free Wi- Fi.
Badung Regency covers less than one tenth of the island, but is most densely populated and enjoys a position of grea importance in modern Bali. Once known as Nambangan, named so by I Gusti Ngurah Made Pemecutan in the 18th century. Late in the 18th century, I Gusti Ngurah Made Pemecutan conquered the kingdoms Mengwi and Jembrana and established himself as King of Badung. He was succeeded by Kesiman, who reigned successfully from 1829-1863, partially aligned with the Dutch. Under his aegis the province of Badung soared high in wealth, power and position. However in 1904, with the Chinese coming in, and what ensued subsequently, the king and his court refused to succumb to Chinese -Dutch aligned supremacy, exited the palace gate with pride in full regalia, literally walking to their death at the hands of the Dutch. Their this action is looked up to with great respect, as the honourable thing to do for a ksatria (warrior caste), rather than suffer the shame of life in exile. This event is upheld with reverence to date and commemorated as the ‘Badung puputan’
Badung Regency is the heart of Balinese tourism. Includes some of the most iconic destinations in Bali, such as Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Jimbaran and Uluwatu. Exotic beaches, luxurious hotels, lively nightlife, vibrant local culture and easy transport access makes Badung a must explore destination.
Badung, often referred to as Paris Van Java (Paris of Java), is famed for its colonialarchitecture,tourist attractions and hipshopping destinations. You will find that Badung abounds in elegant Dutch style houses and tree-lined streets interspersed with
fashionable boutiques, hence its nick name. The natural landscape of the Bukit Badung peninsula offers ample opportunity for surfing and numerous water sports and a wide4 range for beach leisure too. From the hip surfdestination Kuta, bustling night life of Seminyak to the mythical Padang Padang Beach and upscale beach resort Nusa Dua,Badung has it all
Bargaining is widely accepted, so have fun negotiating the price of fruit and veges. at the wet
market, however food stalls and kiosks at the night market have set prices. The upscale fashion boutiques and shops in Seminyak and like do not entertain bargaining.
Primarily a local markets are meant for locals, however vendors are used to having international visitors seeking a unique experience and are quite friendly. Signage here is mostly in Indonesian but most sellers understand basic English. Just brace yourself for a lively , bustling local feel. If you’re visiting the local night market, aim to be there at 6:00 pm; if you intend to shop for fresh produce and vees and fruit, 6:00 – 8:00 am is better.
It is a unique experience, take the kids, if toddlers, use a stroller or baby carrier. Do keep in mind that it can get quite crowded. The narrow aisles, fast-moving sellers, and the occasional scooter zooming through might be overwhelming for younger infants.
It is a good idea to get familiarized with the exchange rate to your home currency before you go travel. Bali uses the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). you’ll be dealing with notes that have lots of zeros.
Plan to carry a mix. Major credit/debit cards are accepted at hotels, larger restaurants, and shops as in all places Bali. However, IDR cash is essential for smaller warungs, local market shopping, entrance fees, drivers and tips.
You must know that tipping culture here is different from Western countries. Not mandatory, but generally expected in appreciation of good service provided.
