Kuta Beach

Kuta Beach

For tourists ( tourist) domestic and foreign , to enjoy the evening on the island of Bali feels incomplete if you have not watch the sunset ( sunset ) at Kuta Beach . The attraction is different from Kuta Beach Sanur Beach is more desirable because of the beauty of the rising sun ( sunrise ) . In addition to panoramic sunset , Kuta Beach also offers views are quite impressive , the line curved crescent-shaped beaches with white sand along the + 2 km .
Before it was transformed into a leading tourist attraction , formerly Kuta Beach is one of the trading port on the island of Bali as the marketing of agricultural products inland communities with buyers from outside . In the 19th century , Mads Lange , a Danish merchant , settled and established a trading base at Kuta Beach . Through negotiating skills , Mads Lange became intermediaries trade between the kings in Bali with the Dutch .

In its development , started the famous Kuta Beach after Hugh Mahbett published a book entitled Praise to Kuta . The book contains an invitation to the local community to prepare in order to support the development of tourism facilities to tourists visiting Kuta Beach . Through the book , the discourse on development of tourism facilities increasingly prevalent , so the construction of lodging, restaurants , and entertainment venues increased.

As the most popular beaches in Bali , beats on Kuta Beach tourist activity moved from the morning until the early hours . In the morning , Kuta Beach is visited by tourists who want to breathe fresh air , take a walk , or look for breakfast . During the day , the tourists both domestic and foreign tourists enjoy the natural scenery while regular sunbathing on the beach . There are also families who bring their children to play or swim in the beach sand .

If the afternoon before , generally increasing the number of tourists to witness the allure of the beach , the sunset (sunset ) . When the night has crept , Kuta Beach atmosphere changed with the atmosphere more lively night life ( night life ) are concentrated in a number of entertainment venues .
Another attraction , Kuta Beach has large waves are a challenge for tourists to do sports surfing (surfing ) . This place also often be surfing the arena of national and world level . Nevertheless, Kuta Beach is also suitable for beginners who are just learning to surf .
Sub-district of Kuta , Badung regency , Bali Province , Indonesia .To go to Kuta Beach , tourists can embark on a journey from the city of Denpasar . From the capital of the province of Bali 's Kuta Beach is located about 11 miles south. From Denpasar tourists can use the services of public transportation ( taxi or minibus ) with long travel about 15-20 minutes .
As a center of tourism destinations in Bali , Kuta Beach has a variety of support facilities , one of which is a training center and equipment rental surf . For tourists who want to learn to surf , this beach is available at special places that rent surfing equipment and guides as well . This beach is also available in the entertainment arena , such as bungy jumping , water boom as well as other gaming arena . In addition , along Kuta Beach there are many cafes , bars , pubs , discos , and live music event that is always crowded by tourists to spend the time or just add entertainment in the evenings .
For shopping enthusiasts , available around Kuta Beach souvenir shops that sell handicrafts in various forms , various kinds of accessories , clothing typical of the coast , as well as T-shirts . Near Kuta Beach there are also supermarkets , hotels, guest house , as well as food stalls and restaurants that serve a variety of dishes with local tastes and global flavors .

If travelers want to just relaxation , on the outskirts of Kuta Beach are the professional masseurs that can directly be hired at a cost of around Rp 20,000 to Rp 40,000 and a half- hour to an hour massage . There are also services that the seller has the skills to beautify the appearance of travelers , such as the makers of temporary tattoos , nail color , and stylist / hair pengepang .