Jemeluk Amed Beach

Jemeluk Amed Beach is a beach where tourists both domestic or foreign can carry along loved ones, family, friends, friend or boyfriend. The beach can be achieved with a time of 30 minutes from downtown Karangasem, Amlapura very easily accessed using either a motorcycle, car, minibus, or buses. From Denpasar This place is ± 78 km. Starting from Batubulan terminal by bus to Amlapura take 2.5 hours, followed by driving a minibus up to 30 minutes to Amed. On the way to the beach you can enjoy the view of a typical village surrounded by green hills and paddy field. The cool air will make people feel comfortable during their stay in this place.

As for the history of why the so-called 'Amed' could not be ascertained because there is no clear written evidence is found. But from reliable sources say that the name of an existing Jemeluk before Karangasem kingdom stands with the name 'menyeluk' which comes from the root word 'ins', which means that menyeluk sea to land. Then over time the name changed to Jemeluk of unknown until now. Most people here are fishermen, farmers, and a few others as salt makers.

It is a very interesting addition to the beach is underwater scenery charming. Calm sea and clear make this place used as a place for diving and snorkeling, coral reefs are diverse and beautifully made many tropical marine fish nesting and play here and make it as one of the most attractive destination for tourists diving hobby with this sport.

Manufacture of processed salt in the traditional way by the local community is no less interesting. The scenery surrounding views of hills Jemeluk very exotic for tourists. In the distance the towering Mount Agung, the blue sea, a row of fishing boats (catamarans) on the beach. This is paradise for tourists.

Regarding accommodation located nearby do not need to worry about. On the way to the beach lined with hotels and restaurants with unique decorations. The combination of classic and modern fit perfectly in the hearts of visitors. Traditional markets are opened every morning can also be visited for a stroll. If anyone is interested you can buy local foods like Laklak, painting, klepon, and other local foods that are very cheap.

This tourist attraction has a sloping terrain with hills where the foothills that directly touch the sea. With such natural conditions in the region then it hardly ever rains compared to other areas in Bali, so the semi-arid land. Despite its natural state is arid and hot, but Amed Jemeluk have a natural blend of rolling hills with views of the calm blue sea and rocks and charming that attract tourists to visit.