Traditional Balinese Dance Shows
Balinese dance is a mesmerizing art form that combines intricate hand movements, elaborate costumes, and gamelan music. Attending a dance performance is one of the highlights of any Bali visit.
Kecak Fire Dance
Performed by dozens of shirtless men chanting in interlocking rhythms, the Kecak reenacts the Ramayana epic. The most dramatic setting is at Uluwatu Temple at sunset, with the Indian Ocean as a backdrop.
Legong Dance
Graceful and precise, the Legong is performed by young girls in gold costumes. The Ubud Palace hosts nightly performances that are accessible to all visitors.
Barong & Kris Dance
A dramatic battle between the mythical lion-like Barong (good) and the witch Rangda (evil). The trance scene where dancers turn kris blades on themselves is unforgettable.