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Bali Keramik (Bali Ceramic):
Lovely,
colorful broken pieces of ceramic tiles decorate the front
yard and entrance, offering a glimpse into what awaits within
the store. Inside, shelves display high-quality handmade
ceramic products, ranging from ashtrays to soup bowls. Be
careful not to knock over anything; the aisles are rather
narrow. Despite its smallness, the shop draws regular streams
of local tourists and wholesale buyers. The factory stands
just behind, producing also for the international market.
Address:
Banjar Pendem
Desa Dalung, Denpasar
Bali Indonesia 80117
Phone: +62 361 422 897, Fax:
+62 361 227 235
Cobra
Shop:
Located
not far from the well-known Bemo Corner on the beach side
of Jalan Legian, Cobra offers unique and unusual jewelry
along with a small collection of interesting Indonesian
artifacts. It specializes in necklaces of many designs,
long or short strands with silver and semiprecious stone
beads from many parts of Asia. Customers can also create
their own designs from the selection of loose beads and
include earrings to match. Choose from round or faceted
lapis lazuli, carnelian, malachite, garnet and pearls to
mix with a wide variety of silver beads, which Cobra will
thread professionally for you.
Address:
Jalan Legian Kelod Kuta
Bali Indonesia 80361
Phone: +62 361 754 681
Kuta
Center:
Situated
in the Tuban area where many distinguished hotels stand,
the commodious Kuta Center provides endless shopping pleasure
for tourists. This haven sells ethnic handicrafts of sorts,
from masks and other woodcarvings to hand-woven textiles
(ikat) and batik. Within the premises lies an art center,
featuring a gallery (for contemporary and traditional art)
and a studio where visitors can watch artists in action.
A plethora of restaurants, including McDonald's and a buffet-style
Japanese restaurant, provides much-needed respite after
trotting around. Children find amusement at the playground.
Address:
Jalan Kartika Plaza 8X Kuta
Bali Indonesia 80361
Phone: +62 361 756 607, Fax:
+62 361 756 611
Pasar
Kumbasari (Kumbasari
Market):
The
four-story Pasar Kumbasari is situated at busy Jalan Gajah
Mada, in the heart of Denpasar City. On the first level,
you will find mostly native kitchen crafts made out of woven
bamboo. The second floor carries a wealth of Balinese printed
batik, Balinese and Javanese hand-woven textiles and various
batik textiles at reasonable prices. The building houses
mostly small kiosks, some selling handicrafts. Good bargaining
can bring quality items with rock-bottom prices. Most local
vendors in this traditional, non-air-conditioned market
speak little English.
Address:
Jalan Gajah Mada Denpasar
Bali Indonesia 80111
Phone: +62 361 222 387 (Bali Government
Tourist Office)
Wayan
Mardika:
On
the road parallel to the main road in Sukawati is a sign
with a carved boar on it that says "Puppet maker Wayan
Mardika". Go all the way to the back of this compound
and you will find Mardika and his family at work making
puppets. He can also perform a shadow-puppet performance
for you where the clowns speak in English so one can easily
follow the storyline.
Address:
Banjar Babakan Sukawati
Bali Indonesia 80582
Phone: +62 361 299 646
Pasar
Kembang
(Flowers Market):
Along
Jalan Sutoyo, a short segment situated in downtown Denpasar,
several kiosks sell a kaleidoscope of fresh flowers. From
petite hand bouquets to extravagant wreaths, flower arrangements
can be designed to cater to weddings, opening ceremonies,
birthdays and every imaginable occasion. One can also buy
individual stalks from the selection on offer--roses, asters,
carnations, indigenous flowers and many others. Place a
special order if nothing from the existing stock fancies
you.
Address:
Jalan Sutoyo
Denpasar Bali Indonesia 80112
Pasar
Seni Sukawati
(Sukawati Art Market):
Located
at Gianyar, not far from Ubud Sukawati Market lies a hive
of activity in Bali's fabric and craft center. Always busy,
this traditional market contains a wonderful range of products
to choose from. Many locals shop here, rummaging through
the large variety of woven baskets, Balinese ceremonial
items made from colorful gold-painted cloth known as prada,
paintings and many handcrafted items. Just remember to bargain
to get the best buys!
Address:
Jalan Raya Sukawati
Gianyar Bali Indonesia 80561
Phone: +62
361 222 387 (Badung Government Tourism Office, Denpasar)
Ubud Market:
For
bargain hunters and those wishing to experience something
of Bali's tradition visit the Ubud Market--a great place
to find souvenirs, clothing and a variety of interesting
Balinese handicrafts. Purchase all types of items--from
the traditional such as sarongs of cotton batik to toys
and household items or hand-carved wooden animals and flowers.
Get ready to play the bargaining game--a favorite tradition
and past time of the locals--at this open-air, double-story
market.
Address:
Jalan Raya Ubud
Ubud Bali Indonesia 80571
Phone: +62
361 755 424 (Tourist Information, Jalan Legian 37, Kuta)
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Bali Mall:
In
this basic, no-frills mall you can find just about anything
you might desire. While a good part of the mall comprises
the Ramayana department store, it also contains a coffee
shop, a food court with the Indonesian version of fast food.
Playstation and computer stores, a video arcade, music store
and Internet café will surely appeal to the young.
Shop at the handicrafts marketplace or have your hair done
at the hair salon. Other shops include mobile phone stores,
a shoe shop, electronics shops and many others.
Address:
Jalan Diponegoro 103A
Bali Indonesia, 80114
Galeria
Nusa Dua:
Claiming
to be Bali's biggest shopping center, with over 20 restaurants
and 100 specialty stores, the Galeria caters to everyone's
needs. It houses local and well-known brands, jewelry shops,
handicrafts, and a supermarket along with shoe and sports
stores. To satisfy those hunger pangs, choose from an ice
cream shop, fast food or seafood restaurants. If you run
out of cash, the ATMs will solve your problem. Give yourself
plenty of time to walk through Galeria's open-air sidewalk
mall. Free shuttle service from all Nusa Dua hotels.
Address:
Kawasan Wisata
Nusa Dua Bali Indonesia 80361
Phone: +62 361 771 662, Fax:
+62 361 771 664
Legian
Arcade:
Located
along Kuta's narrow and busy Jalan Legian, this two-story
shopping mall is a tourist haunt for souvenirs. It also
presents many opportunities for regular shopping--m)phosis
fashion boutique, Guardian pharmacy, Disc Tarra music outlet,
Bata shoe store, Rembrandt gift shop, to name but a handful.
Address:
Jalan Legian 191
Kuta Bali Indonesia 80361
Phone: +62 361 759 467, Fax:
+62 361 763 504
Diponegoro
Shopping Center:
This
shopping arcade is strategically situated in downtown Denpasar.
Although the street fronting it, Jalan Diponegoro, becomes
congested during lunchtime and busy hours, the mall possesses
a large parking lot. Designed as a two-story house, it plays
host to banks, boutiques of branded items, optical shops,
a drugstore, electronic outlets and sundry shops. The reasonable
prices attract even the locals. Take a short walk and you
will come to supermarkets and more vendors.
Address:
Jalan Diponegoro
Denpasar Bali Indonesia 80113
Phone: +62 361 222 387 (Bali Government
Tourist Office)
Galeri
Keris:
Offering
a range of Indonesian handicrafts, clothes and stationery,
Galeri Keris provides a great place to pick up quality souvenirs
without the hassle of haggling over prices. You can also
find clothes from well-known designers, toiletries and knick-knacks.
For the traveler on the go, check out the compressed towels
and sarongs in the shape of hockey pucks. Just add water
and watch them grow to normal size.
Address:
Galeria Nusa Dua
Kawasan Wisata Nusa Dua
Bali Indonesia
Phone: +62 361 771 303; 771 304
Fax : +62 361 771 032
Matahari
Department Store:
With
branches throughout Indonesia, including four in Bali, Matahari
can definitely be considered one of the more popular department
stores. Its success may be attributed to the reasonable
prices and excellent range of menswear, womenswear, kidswear
and household products. You will find all of the latest
makeup, perfume and other toiletries along with local and
name brand products. Most Matahari stores have a supermarket
on the ground floor. Be on the look out for the Matahari
in Denpasar and the three locations in Legian/Kuta.
Address:
Jalan Raya Legian No. 117
Bali Indonesia 80361
Phone: +62 361 761 145
Ramayana
Department Store:
Located
in the Bali Mall, this fully equipped, multi-leveled store
offers everything, from a supermarket to a sports equipment
department. The Ramayana contains all of the regular department
store features, womenswear, menswear, kidswear, shoes and
make-up at very affordable prices. Look for the regular
sales and special-priced goods, usually located in the front
of each department. The Ramayana also features a Factory
Outlet section where you can find all of your favorite brands
like Levi's, Gap, Esprit or Tommy Hilfiger.
Address:
Jalan Diponegoro No. 103 AB
Bali Indonesia 80235
Phone: +62 361 246 306
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