It is the least known region in Bali, scarcely visited by tourist, and sparsely populated, except along the main road of Denpasar to Gilimanuk, the seaport connecting Bali to Java. Most of the land is covered by the deseley forested highland of Bali’s National Park. The flatter southern region is rice growing country. Villages have clean ai, partly due to the mass of flowering shrubs which almost abscure the neat litte house. The income is derived primarily from coconut plantations, coffee near the border of Tabanan, cloves, and vanilla crops.

Jembrana has always been isolated and largely unffected by events on the rest of the island. Its history is tied to Buleleng after the Dutch overran the Regency in 1849 and assumed control of Jembrana as well. It has looked westward, and is thus influencedfrom the Muslim & Christian religions.

MEDEWI

Located about 72 kilometers west of Denpasar. The area was a forest with “Ketket,” or thorny trees. The thorny forest means “Alas Meduwi ” in Balinese. Because of this, people agreed to call it ” Meduwi ” then changed into the current name of Medewi. The beach is flat, stony, and has long rolling waves, so it is very suitable for surfing and sunset watching.

RAMBUTSIWI TEMPLE

Is on a cliff top overlooking a breathtaking panorama of paddy fields on one side and the black sand beach on the other. Two caves overlook the sea, each with a view of the fisherman’s boats and seabirds hovering above. The temple itself was built by Dang Hyang Nirartha. According to legend, he made a gift of his hair to the temple. Hence the name Rambut Siwi, which literally means ” Hair Worship”.

MEKEPUNG (BUFFALO RACES)

The Mekepung was origiannly held as part of the harvest festivities. The carts and buffaloes were, until quite recently, still used for two cars pulled by water buffaloes. The colorfully decorated animals race on a two – kilometers course.

Negara

Negara is the capital city and the local business centre of the district. Cahaya Matahari Bungalows Banjar Anyar, Batuagung, 82218. 6 bungalows (each 2-3 peoples ). Located in a tiny village on the edge of town, in the middle of rice fields. Comfortable, quiet. Guides for trekking available.