TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Bali will be welcoming delegates from the G20 Countries for the upcoming conference on 15-16 November 2022. The International summit is expected to be attended by 38 world leaders and 60 ministers from countries of the G20 members.

It is estimated that about 6,500 participants from 20 countries will be attending the event. This will certainly increase the number of potential tourists in Bali, especially in Badung, which turns out to have several tourist locations to welcome the G20 delegation.

Here is the list of the top four destinations in the Badung area:

1. Pasifika Museum, South Kuta

The G20 Summit in Bali will include several side events which are divided into 11 working groups. One of the venues used for the side event is the Pasifika Museum in South Kuta.

The museum is a nice place to visit for those who have an interest in educational tourism. Known as the largest art museum in the Asia Pacific, Pasifika Museum displays more than 600 artworks from 200 artists from 25 countries. Not only does it consist of historical values, but visitors can also receive insight into art and culture through cultural artifacts from the Asia Pacific that are being displayed, including the cultural diversity of Indonesia.

2. Garuda Wisnu Kencana, South Kuta

One of the popular tourist attractions in Bali, Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park, will be one of the venues for the G20 Summit delegations to have dinner. The tourist spot which has a statue by the artist I Nyoman Nuarta will be visited during the conference on November 15-16.

Citing from the official website of the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, the GWK statue depicts Lord Vishnu riding an eagle. In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is considered the protector of the universe. He is accompanied by an eagle which symbolizes loyalty and devotion. Meanwhile, Kencana means gold, and both are decorated with gold mosaic crowns.

The statue by I Nyoman Nuarta is known as one of the tallest statues in the world. In addition, the location will hold cultural performances such as the Kecak dance and traditional Balinese dances at the GWK Amphi theatre. Then, visitors can also visit Lotus Pond, Indraloka Garden, and Tirtha Agung as good photo spots.

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3. Pandawa Beach, South Kuta

An empty boardwalk of Pandawa Beach is seen as the beach is closed amid the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in South Kuta, Bali, Indonesia March 23, 2020. With foreign tourists banned to prevent the spread of the virus, Effendy now spends the bulk of his time practicing the martial art of kung fu at home, while helping his wife to sell packaged rice to earn some money. REUTERS/Johannes P. Christo/File Photo

Pandawa beach offers good views and is coated with vast white sand. The atmosphere of this beach portrays Bali culture with the statue of Panca Pandawa, or five knights, as coast guards. Many activities can be done on this beach, such as surfing, paragliding at the Timbis Flying Site, yoga, and nature tourism at Gunung Payung Cultural Park.

4. Carang Sari Village, Petang District

Many things can be done while visiting Carang Sari Village, such as trekking, rafting in the Ayung River Valley, and strolling to a cocoa plantation. The village is also famous for its acculturation of Balinese and Chinese culture. This can be seen in various cultural attractions such as the Tugek Carangsari mask dance, Hanoman dance, and Barong Landung. If the visitors want to learn history, visit the I Gusti Ngurah Rai Monument which is also located in this village.

In addition to these four tourist destinations, there are still many tourist attractions in Bali that are ready to welcome the G20 Summit delegates. As a world tourist destination, the Island of the Gods is keen to serve the best for its guests.

Nabila Darmadi | Translator: Imaji Lasahido/ Intern

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