Peninsula, the lesser-known part of Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua, NetizenBali.com - In 1975, the government decided to designate as an exclusive tourist enclave. At that time, Nusa Dua (two islets) consisted of two barren islets, Nusa Dharma and Peninsula.
The two islets, once separate from the main island of Bali, had already become reunited with the mainland due to changing tidal patterns.
While the main Nusa Dharma islet has become a luxury resort area that is home to opulent resort hotels, villas, shops and convention centers, Peninsula islet is still open to the public. Ringed by a white sandy beach, it is a favored public recreational area where people can enjoy the beautiful beach for free.
A spacious public park with green grass and a long jogging track make it ideal even for non-sea- based activities. A favorite time to visit Peninsula is in the late afternoon to wait for the glorious sunset.
Under the management of ITDC, a state-owned company that manages the Nusa Dua resort area, Peninsula hosts the annual Nusa Dua Fiesta, a cultural and musical event that promotes art and culture from Bali and other Indonesian provinces. In recent years, statues of Arjuna and Khrisna, characters from the famed Mahabharata epic, have been erected to serve as a centerpiece for the park.
Visitors can also see Hindu rituals taking place at Pura Dalem Bias Tugel temple. So if you're looking for a day out in the fresh air with both land and sea activities, why not visit Peninsula while you are in Bali? [This words was taken from weekly newspaper Bali Buzz-The Jakarta Post]
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