Sanur is one of those hidden Bali secrets that is beginning to come of age, as its popularity continues to grow with seasonsed Bali travellers.
Sanur is on the east coast of Bali about 30 minutes drive from the infamous party spots of Kuta and Legian. But this place is far from being a party place. People come here to chill and relax. To soak up the quiet coastal pace and slow pace of life. The crowd is infinitely more laid-back that its west coast counterparts and that is both refreshing and enjoyable for all people, including the locals.
The beach front comes alive as dusk settles in. Bars and cafes and restaurants fill with a steady crowd that are there to soak up one of the most peaceful views in Bali. The main town is abuzz with great restaurants, spas and bars and taking a bike ride is certainly a great way to see the sights and sounds.
Location
Sanur is due east of Kuta and about 30-40 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport. It is a coastal town from which you can see the distant islands of Nusa Lembongan, Ceningan Island and Tojapakeh Island.
History
Sanur was one of the first locations in Bali to grab the attention of western travellers, becoming a stepping-stone or gateway to the rest of the island, as far back as early as the 1970s. It superceded the popularity of Bali greats like Seminyak, Ubud and Canggu.
The 8 km beach was a front for what was once a quiet fishing village. The beauty and tranquility was eyecatching. Expats and families fell in love with the fabulous laidback lifestyle. Affectionately known as “Morning of the World”, Sanur became renown for its iconic sunrises. It became "the place to be" to catch the break of dawn along the coastline, from Matahari Terbit Beach to Mertasari Beach.
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