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Balian Beach

A serene tropical escape on the western coast of Bali, renowned for its surf breaks and laid-back atmosphere.

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As more and more boarders hit the coves and reefs of Bukit each year, there’s a temptation to look a little further afield than usual for your Balinese surf. That’s where Balian Beach comes in. It’s only recently been discovered and remains firmly off the beaten track on account of its rugged black-sand appearance. However, the waves lick into steep wedges that crash both left and right around a river mouth. Behind them is the beginnings of a chilled-out surf village, with a few cafes and hostel camps up its sleeve.

jrfrancis 3 years ago

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    Peppered with mystical Hindu temples, writhed in volcano smoke, scented with incense and Javanese coffee beans, and blanketed in emerald rice paddies: Bali is one of the best islands in Indonesia, the fabled Isle of the Gods. And topping all that off are legendary surf swells, powered by the pumping undercurrents of the Indian Ocean […]

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