Karangasem, Amlapura has an inner core of landscaped streets and graceful gardens. You may want to spend more than a night in a hotel in Amlapura. The night air can be intoxicating. See if EasyToBook.com can provide you with an Amlapura hotel close to the Market or the Puri Agung (Puri Kanginam). This late 19th century Palace is, like many Balinese palaces, a complex of structures, a compound of various residences. The architecture combines European with Balinese and Chinese in an eclectic mish-mash of styles. The main building faces onto a floating pavilion. This is the Balai Gili. The Maskerdam Building is another structure within the Palace complex. It is a tribute to the Dutch. It features a finely carved dome. Inside the palaces, you can locate photos of the earlier constructions. You may also catch a performance of traditional Balinese art and dance in the Bencingah that fronts the Palace.
The Palace is in the center of Amlapura. Like the lively local Market, it is part of everyday life in the town. Nearby many of the friendly Amlapura hotels, you can see the Bale London. Inside you will find some furniture pieces bearing the Coat of Arms of the British Royal Family. Attend the day Market or the evening one. Walk through the pleasant streets. Throughout this attractive community, there are numerous ornamental ponds. The most prominent pond, stands in front of the Maskerdam Building.