Jati Luwih, one of the most picturesque areas lies about 20 kilometers north of Tabanan, in Bali's western region. Situated majestically in the hills 850 meters above sea level, Jatiluwih means "really, really beautiful". An appropriate name indeed--with expansive views across terraced rice paddies, undulating hills and valleys. You can enjoy cool climate and fresh air.

The Batur area was formed 30,000 years ago by a gigantic volcano. The village of Batur used to be down in the crater but a violent eruption in 1917 killed thousands of people and destroyed more than 60,000 homes and 2,000 temples. Although the village was wiped out, the lava flow stopped at the entrance to the village temple. Taking this as a good omen, the village was rebuilt but Mount Batur erupted again in 1926. This time the lava flow covered all but the loftiest temple shrine that's dedicated to Dewi Danu the lake goddess. Spiritually Mount Batur is the second most important mountain on Bali for the Hindu followers.

From this point you get a 360 degree view, which include Lake Batur, Gunung Batur, Gunung Abang, Gunung Agung, Island of Lombok and parts of the North coast of Bali.
Will be a stunning place for a sunrise but you need to start very early. At the top, you can eat eggs cooked from in the ashes of the volcano.

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