Divers from around the world come to explore the wreck of the US cargo ship Liberty, which was torpedoed just off the coast of this Balinese fishing village during WWII. The wealth of marine life that has grown around the wreck and its ease of access make it one of the most popular diving spots on the island.
If you find Kuta too wild and Nusa Dua too placid, Sanur might be the strip of Balibeachfront resort you’re looking for. Combining great eating spots and bars withfamily-friendly beaches, Sanur has a balanced, energetic, yet chilled ambiance. EveryJuly Sanur hosts the International Kite Festival, and the brilliant blue skies are filledwith colourful kites of all shapes and sizes. Le Mayeur Museum, the former home ofthe eponymous artist, is a worthwhile visit, as is a trek through the incumbentmangrove forest or a session at the Turtle Conservation Centre.
