Denpasar is the capital city of the province of Bali, Indonesia. Denpasar is a bustling, multi-cultural city, It takes around 40 minutes from the airport.
Denpasar is the seat of government in Bali and is therefore home to the provincial governor's office as well as the administration of the Regency of Badung.
What to see in Denpasar :
The Bali Museum is a museum of art and history located in Denpasar, it was built in 1931 by architect P.J. Moojen, near the location of the former royal palace of Dempasar.
Lapangan Puputan Margarana (Puputan Park), Jl Raya Puputan. This rather grandiose park is home to the huge Bajra Sandhi monument (literally Balinese Peoples Struggle). The design of the grey stone monument symbolises the date of Indonesian independence, August 17th 1945.
There are eight entrances, 17 corners and the height is precisely 45 metres. The monument is most significant though for its commemoration of the various puputans (suicidal fight to the death) of the Balinese in the struggle against the Dutch in the early 20th century. At the nortern edge of the park you will find the governor's office and other government buildings.
Accommodation in Denpasar :
Where to eat :
- Kereneng Night Market Jl Hayam Wuruk/Jl Kamboja. This market starts up at sunset eveyday and is open until dawn. All manner of Indonesian food served from dozens of stalls. It is rough and ready, but the food is excellent and 100% authentic.
- Ayam Taliwang, Jl Teuku Umar, Phone: +62 0361 228789. A restaurant noted for the Lombok speciality of Ayam Taliwang (grilled or fried young chicken). Spicy and delicious.
