Things to do around Negara
Negara is the perfect area for travellers who like to head out on their own and discover "new" roads and "unknown" places. Surrounding this small city there are intriguing fishing boats, an unusual Catholic church and some of the prettiest vistas on the island.
Take
the road less-travelled. Early morning is a beautiful time to explore the Negara area, which is flanked by rice paddies, and the forested hills of West Bali National Park. Look out for farmers using buffaloes to plough the paddies.
Watch
the dramatic mekepung – buffalo chariot races – in the paddies near Negara. Expect to see decorated buffaloes, bright chariots and lots of blood, sweat and dust.
Photograph
the colourful fishing fleet moored in a river mouth near Negara. The boats here – always seen in pairs – are unlike any others you'll see around Bali.
Hotels with great views
Visit
Sacred Heart of Jesus, a Catholic church in the pretty hillside town of Palasari, not too far from Negara. It is quite unexpected – and magnificent to see.