Lotus Lagoon or Laguna de Loto, is a spectacular lagoon which is in Candidasa. is a coastal area and town east of the island of Bali, well known for its beach resorts and attractions of diving and snorkeling, among other beach attractions, which presents a quieter alternative, away from the hectic tourist area of southern Bali.
Lotus Lagoon in Candidasa Bali
Lotus Lagoon is right at the shore of Jalan Raya Candidasa, Candidasa’s main street that runs parallel to the coast. The lagoon is 1.000 km long and is full of pink lotus flowers and fuchsias, in the middle of the lagoon, you can see a small island with a beautiful garden and statues in the center, in the distance you can see the beach, it has a spring of water that flows towards the sea.
What to do in Lotus Lagoon in Candidasa?
On both sides of the lagoon there are many restaurants and souvenir shops, you can walk around the whole lagoon in 10 minutes at a normal pace.
Of course, we must take into account that the best time to appreciate the lagoon with the flowers open in all its expression is in the early morning. It is recommended to go early in the morning or in the afternoon , about 4 or 5 in the afternoon, because at noon it is too hot.
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Places near Lotus Lagoon
➡ ️ Templo Pura Candidasa.- On the other side of the road, on top of a small hill full of lush vegetation, is the Pure Candidasa Temple with two twin altars, dedicated to the god Shiva and the fertility goddess Hariti. It is not difficult to reach it, as the ascent is not very steep, from there we can appreciate the Lagoon in all its splendor and in the distance see the sea with its small islands of rocky formation, which are so characteristic of the area.
To enter the Temple you have to take sarong, it is a obligatory stop for everyone who is in Candidasa and is part of all the tours that go through the east of Bali, but it is not necessary to plan it as a special tour. There is no entrance fee, as it is by the side of the road and is available to anyone who wants to stop and admire it.
➡ ️ The most famous tourist place in the east part of Bali, in this place we find many hotels, villas, resorts and other accommodations that have been built so that the visitor enjoys the stay and enjoyment of the holidays in this beautiful area.