Denpasar:A Uniquely Charming Balinese Town
Denpasar is main hub and the capital city of the province of Bali, Indonesia. The city may not be as popular as Kuta or as thrilling as the waves of the south coasts, Denpasar has its own unique beauty and charm as a destination of modernity with Balinese distinct culture. It also offers the best shopping spot that includes street markets, trendy boutiques and department stores. The international gateway visit the island is at the Ngurah Rai International Airport and approximately 30 minutes drive to Denpasar city center.
Best Time to Visit
Summer season or between the months of April to October is the best time to visit Denpasar but because this is the busiest months, tourists can expect higher Denpasar, Indonesia hotel rates and airfare. Tourists planning to visit city during these months should take advantage of hotel deal offers online. Denpasar is also the venue of the Bali Arts Festival held every mid June to early July.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The best way to start exploring the island is a visit to the Bali Museum that features informative introduction of Bali’s cultural and historical artifacts. Around the major banks of Denpasar is the Puputan Badung Square, the historic landmark of the heroic pas. Then take a short stop at the Bajra Sandhi Monument to have a glimpse of Balinese’s struggle against colonialism. For some outdoor fun, tourists can visit the Bali Beach Golf Course or the Padang Galak Beach. To complete the Balinese experience, Tourists may stay at the famous Aston Denpasar Hotel and Convention Center or the luxurious Quest San Hotel Denpasar.