BALI ATTRACTIONS

Located at the most western point of the Lesser Sunda Islands, bordered by black, sandy beaches and fascinating coral reefs, Bali is the one of the most popular tourist destinations in Indonesia, if not the world. A predominantly Balinese Hindu province, the island is home to a wealth of arts and culture and is a great source of national pride for the whole country.

Also known by its colloquial nickname, `the Island of the Gods,` Bali is one tourist destination that really does have it all. From rugged coastlines and barren volcanoes to tranquil beaches, sloping emerald rice terraces and joyful, vibrant cultural festivals, Bali has something to offer any kind of traveller from every walk of life.

For many visitors to the island, one of its most popular attractions is its incredible, unique culture, arts and festivals. Bali is home to approximately 20,000 `pura` (temples). These vary in size and congregation but each holds festivals at least twice a year, according to a complicated system which is determined by the two separate calendars which the island follows - the `wuku` calendar and the `saka` calendar, the latter of which follows the lunar cycle and is much more similar to the Western calendar system. One of these festivals is the `Galungan` festival, which is celebrated every 210 days and lasts for ten days in itself, with the biggest celebrations held on the final day, the `Kuningan`.

The second festival of the year is `Nyepi`, which is generally considered to be the Hindu New Year. Nyepi is respected by all establishments and authorities across the island as a Day of Silence, when Balinese residents believe they can trick evil spirits into avoiding the island by keeping silent and still between the hours of 6am on Nyepi and 6am the following day, pretending nobody lives on Bali at all. Nyepi is not held on a fixed date but is decided late the previous year; tourists are asked to remain inside their hotels, keeping noise and light to a minimum. The airport is closed down for 24 hours and all booked flights are rescheduled to before or after this date. With such heavy restrictions in place, you might wonder why anyone would wish to visit the island during this time. In fact, the true celebration is held in the evening of the day before, when the island`s inhabitants carry huge, fantastically colourful puppets of giants to form one of the most incredible parades in the world.

Other great attractions to the island include its bizarrely black, sandy beaches, its exciting surfing and snorkeling opportunities, the renowned Balinese massages and the exotic array of clothing, footwear, ornaments and different foods available in the local shops and markets

BALI HONEYMOONS: Zen Villa is a romantic Bali Holiday Villa & is a very popular venue for honeymooners because of its peace & tranquility & especially Villa B with its privacy and tropical grounds.

BALI WEDDINGS: We can assist you with your wedding plans through an associate wedding specialist company.

 VISUAL TOUR OF ZEN VILLA

Day tours are easily arranged with Agusto who speaks very good English & is totally trustworthy, & an excellent & safe driver. See category - Zen Villa Bali Tours.

 Countless Restaurants are but a short stroll from Zen Villa, & we even have 2 as new bikes available for you. Or if you prefer, you can arrange for Agusto to collect you & drop you off at a Restaurant of your choice, & have him pick you up when you have finished dining.

If you have taken advantage of our offer to purchase food & drinks for your party, you will find these already placed in the villa & your drinks will be in the large double door refigerator.

Shortly after landing at Ngurah Rai Airport in Denpasar & clearing Customs, you will be met by Agusto our driver who will provide you with a welcome cooling face towel after the hustle & bustle of the airport, plus a cool safe drink of Government controlled water. The journey from the airport is only a short drive to Zen Villa, where you will be escorted to your family villa accommodation. You will find this Holiday Villa luxuriously appointed with its own plunge pool & everything you could wish for with your Bali stay.

THIS VILLA HAS BEEN RATED BY RECENT GUESTS AS 4-5 STAR QUALITY ACCOMMODATION.

BALI ACCOMMODATION: Zen Villa is your Family Holiday Villa accommodation in  Bali & is your romantic getaway located in the heart of Sanur where you can experience the Village life of the Balinese people close at hand, & still stay in absolute luxury & security.