About
Buleleng Regency sits along the northern coast of Bali, Indonesia, facing the Bali Sea. It is a different side of the island from the busier south, and visitors who come here tend to be looking for quieter beaches, traditional villages and a sense of older Balinese life.
What to see
- Beaches along the northern shore, which the regency is known for.
- Traditional villages, where everyday Balinese customs and craft continue alongside the coast.
- Historic temples, including Pura Beji, a temple that is one of the regency's best-known sites.
What kind of visit it suits
Buleleng suits travellers who want to step away from the main resort areas. A day or more here can combine a stroll along the beach with a visit to a village and a temple, with time between them to take in the landscape. Because the regency is spread out, getting around usually means planning each stop rather than wandering on foot between them.
If you are weighing whether to go, consider how much you value unhurried coastal scenery and cultural sites over nightlife and shopping. Buleleng offers the former, and it works well as a counterpoint to the more crowded parts of Bali.