#13 De Tirta Gangga à Sidemen
- Jumaa
- Mar 3
- 2 min read
We leave behind Amed and its colorful coral beaches, where the kids enjoyed some great naps between walks, restaurants, and pool time—and so did the parents, of course! Next stop: Sidemen, a picturesque village surrounded by rice fields in the heart of Bali, with a stop at the stunning Tirta Gangga along the way.
Tirta Gangga
A water palace built in the mid-20th century by the last king of Karangasem, this gem is surrounded by ponds, sculptures, and fountains, creating a truly unique spectacle. The kids had a blast feeding the koi fish with the food sold at the entrance.
Our driver, Guntur—a super cool 20-year-old—enjoyed showing us around. And between two ponds, an unexpected surprise: the biggest spider we’ve ever seen, casually hanging between two branches… enough to send shivers down our spines (#nuss).
Arriving in Sidemen, we drop our bags at Rumah Sidemen, where we have two beautiful rooms with stone bathrooms—perfect for immersing ourselves in the natural and peaceful atmosphere of the place. Lush green rice fields surround us, a river winds through the landscape, and the breathtaking view invites pure relaxation. (Drone footage coming soon!)
We rent scooters to explore the rice-field-lined paths. The girls have a special workshop planned to create silver jewelry, a craft deeply rooted in Balinese tradition. The island has been renowned for its meticulous metalwork for centuries, with women, in particular, passing down the ancestral techniques of silversmithing.
Marion and Anaïs dive into the jewelry-making process, an activity that requires patience, precision, and creativity. They try their hand at hammering and cutting, crafting their own personalized silver pieces—unique souvenirs to bring home (photos coming in the next post!).
Meanwhile, the boys set off to explore the rice fields, capturing the essence of Balinese daily life in a photo session amid the stunning landscapes.
On the food side, we continue our culinary exploration with some amazing warungs. The local dishes are a real treat, and every meal feels like a journey of flavors.
But on our way back from one of our dinners, we got caught in a tropical downpour—a classic of Bali’s rainy season. Riding scooters through the pouring rain was definitely an eye-opener! Luckily, we've been pretty spared so far, and the rainy season has been kind to us.
For those who want to support our adventure, we’ve launched an online fundraiser on Leetchi. Your donations will help us upgrade our computer equipment to produce better-quality videos—so a huge thank you in advance for your support!
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