Montmartre is the second highest point in Paris after the Eiffel Tower. From the top here, one can view the entire skyline of Paris and a perfect location to watch the light display of the Eiffel Tower at night. It is home to the famous white-domed church, Basilica of the Sacré Cœur as well as the old church of Saint Pierre de Montmartre. It is said that many artist such as Claude Monet, Piet Mondrian, Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh and even Salvador Dali had studios and worked in and around Montmartre.
When someone mentions Bali, Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan are the first to come to mind, followed by Menjangan Island (in the north). But if you're into macro diving, Amed and Tulamben offer some good muck diving. The Liberty wreck in Tulamben is a not-to-miss dive spot - the wreck is beautiful and large! But apart from little critters, Manta Point is the place to visit. Adventure Divers, the dive company I was with, do day trips towards the south to dive with Manta Rays. Its almost certain you'll see one if not a few Manta's at this dive site in Bali (and its all year round!). Pura Gunung Lebah or commonly known as Pura Campuhan by the locals is a beautiful temple situated by the river in Ubud. Was fortunate to be in Ubud at the right time of a major festival (blessing made to the extension of the temple) that was held here over a span of a month. Every evening for the entire month, various balinese cultural dances and shows were put on. Its was an auspicious event and we were very lucky to attend it! |
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