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Bali is an Indonesian island located at 8°25′23″S, 115°14′55″E, one of the
Lesser Sunda Islands, and one of the country's 33 provinces. It is in a chain
with Java to the west and Lombok to the east. Bali is a tourist destination and,
along with Java, known for its highly developed arts, including dance,
sculpture, painting, leather and metalworking, and music, especially that played
on the gamelan.
Religion
Unlike most of Muslim-majority Indonesia, about 92% of Bali's population
adheres to Balinese Hinduism, formed as a combination of existing local beliefs
and Hindu influences from mainland Southeast Asia and South Asia. Minority
religions include Islam (5.7%), Christianity (1.4%), and Buddhism (0.6%). These
official statistical figures do not include immigrants from other parts of
Indonesia.
Language
Balinese and Indonesian are the most widely spoken languages in Bali, and
many Balinese people are bilingual or even trilingual. There are severeal
indigenious Balinese languages, most widely spoken is modern common Balinese.
The usage of different Balinese languages was traditionally determined by the
Balinese caste system and by clan membership, but this tradition is becoming
part of history.
English is a common third language owing to the island's large tourism
industry.
Culture
Bali is famous for dance, as well as painting, scuplture, and woodcarving.
Balinese gamelan music is highly developed and varied. The dances portray
stories from Hindu Epics such as Ramayana. Famous Balinese dances include Pendet,
legong, baris, topeng, barong, and Kecak (the monkey dance).
Bali's culture is facing many challenges today. National education programs
and prevailent mass media as well as it's own tourism industry are strong motors
of Change. Mass immigration (transmigrasi from other parts of Indonesia, mainly
from Java, will change Bali forever. More than 1 million immigrant guest
workers, predominantly muslims, live permanently on Bali today
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Dua, Kuta, Sanur, Lovina and Tanjung Benoa area in Bali Indonesia.
Agung Raka Bungalow
http://agung-raka.com
AGUNG RAKA BUNGALOW consist of 4 standard rooms, 4 bungalows, 3 lumbung sri
bungalows, 5 superior and 2 kingdom suites situated amidst beautiful gardens and
rice fields. Located at Pengosekan village (art community), 2 km from the centre
of Ubud
Alam Indah Hotel
http://alam-indah.com
Alam Indah, meaning "beautiful nature", is situated along the tranquil Campuhan
River Valley in the village of Nyuhkuning - a very secluded setting, yet only a
few minutes walk through the Monkey Forest to Ubud the arts and cultural centre
of Bali.
Aston Bali Resort and Spa
http://aston-bali.com
ASTON Bali Resort & Spa, a 5 star property is situated in Tanjung Benoa village,
formerly known as a major traditional fishing village of southern Bali. 2
kilometers south of Nusa Dua, you'll find this unique place which offers a
closer relationship with the real charm and natural beauty of Bali and its
people.
Bali Agung Village - Your Home in Paradise
http://bali-agung.com
The complex of Villas and Bungalows is situated in Seminyak or better well known
as the bit further away area beyond Kuta Beach. The quiet and tranquil
atmosphere with the rice fields are far as your eyesight can reach really gives
you the touch of a village in a modern world.
Bali Garden Hotel
http://bali-garden.com
The Bali Garden Hotel is strategically located at Kuta beach and near the
international airport (only 5 minutes), walking distance to the biggest shopping
mall and the night life of Kuta, and only 20 minutes to Denpasar. Inaugurated in
1990 as the first Indonesian-Japanese joint venture, the Bali Garden Hotel
provides you with international standard facilities and services.
Bali Hilton International Nusa Dua
http://bali-hilton.com
Bali Hilton International set in 11.5 hectares of lush tropical greenery,
overlooks a long sweep of sandy beach and sparkling blue sea. Sited on the front
beach of Nusa Dua, Bali Hilton International provides a standard of
accommodation and service for which this group is renowned.
Bali Holiday Resort
http://baliholiday-resort.com
Right on the white sandy beach of famous Seminyak Legian area. Bali Holiday
Resort is only 30 minutes from the international Airport, 30 minutes from
Denpasar, capital city of Bali. It's just a few minutes walk from the art
market, supermarket, disco, bank and pub. Free shuttle bus service to Kuta
shopping area.
Bali Rani Hotel
http://balirani.com
Bali Rani Hotel, Combining the proud and mystical culture of the Balinese and
its famous hospitality with modern resort comfort. Bali Rani Hotel is the ideal
place from where to explore this enchanting island.
Bali Spirit Hotel and Spa
http://bali-spirit.com
Nestled on a scenic river valley in the lovely village of Nyuh Kuning, just
outside the main center of Ubud. About a one hour drive north by road from
Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar.
Bali Sunrise Villa
http://balisunrisevilla.com
Lay down into the elevation of the Tjampuhan valley in Bali’s cultural heartland
of Ubud, Bali Sunrise is far away from hustle and bustle, yet only 3 minutes to
the Ubud center and around 45 minutes to the Ngurah Rai international airport.
Spectacular river gorge location set amongst rice paddies, with a clear view
across the river valley and Gunung Agung beyond.
Bali Taman Beach Resort
http://balitaman.com
Bali Taman Beach Resort is located on magnificent Lovina Beach, Bali renown for
its beautiful wave and beach. Bali Taman Beach Resort is only 10 minutes drive
from Singaraja city.
Hotel Bali Warma
http://baliwarma.com
Lies on the idialic and superb families compound among Sanur tourist area
accessible to dozen shop, restaurant and night life and only 15 minutes from
Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Begawan Giri Estate
http://begawan-giri.com
A private estate of five luxurious residences embraces the Ubud hillside
overlooking the Ayung River. The estate is secluded in eight hectares of
landscaped gardens north of Ubud, Bali's cultural centre.
Besakih Beach Resort
http://besakih.com
Come and relax in the tropical speldor of the Besakih Beach Resort. Set amongst
beautifully manicured garden 80 attractive Balinese Bungalows offer the ideal
setting for you to enjoy the delights of the Bali coastline.
Bumi Ayu Bungalows
http://bumiayubungalow.com
Set in the heart of Sanur, where various highlights are just nearby, Bumi Ayu
Bungalows can be reached within 20 minutes from the Ngurah Rai International
Airport, while the beach is only 5 minutes by foot.
Candi Beach Cottage
http://candibeach.com
Candidasa, the Ten Temples, refers to numerous hillside shrines overlooking the
beautiful coast of East Bali. Enjoy this peaceful setting at the Candi Beach
Cottage. Our friendly staff will make your holiday relaxing and memorable.
Located on Mendire Beach, Candi Beach Cottages is set amidst swaying palm trees.
Gentle sea breezes provide a welcome oasis for enjoying scenic views of
neighboring islands.
The Chedi
http://chedi-ubud.com
The Chedi is located on Payangan village, about 15 minutes drive from Central
Ubud. The Chedi is setting in traditional Balinese style. The Chedi has a
contemporary decor with a beautifully surrounding rice terrace and palm covered
slopes.
Dhyana Pura Hotel
http://dhyanapura.com
Located right on the beach of Seminyak, Kuta Bali. Its only 15 minutes drive
from International Airport, close to the shopping center, restaurants, and fun
filled activities.
Fibra Inn and Bungalows
http://fibra-inn.com
Welcome to Fibra Inn. On hand here to ensure that your stay is comfortable and
culturally rich is Sri, our proprietress and one of Bali's most talent Legong
dancers. Sri, the daughter of Mandera, a famous Legong teacher, and her
experienced staff will serve you and guarantee that your time in magical Bali
will be pleasant and memorable.
Four Seasons Resort
http://fourseasonbali.com
An elegant Balinese villa awaits you Luxuriate with a choice of traditional
Royal Balinese spa treatments in the seclusion of your own private perfumed
garden. Jimbaran's unique villas designs include expansive sleeping and bathing
rooms with an external living and dining pavillion perfect for dining beneath
the stars. From the garden, your shimmering plunge pool stetches out towards
Jimbaran's beautiful sweeping bay.
Gazebo Cottages
http://gazebo-cottages.com
Location in the heart of Sanur with its own private beach frontage, featuring
white sandy and clear blue water. The Airport is 25 minutes away, the local Golf
5 minutes, the own is 10 minutes, Hospital is 15 minutes and it is within
walking distance to local shoping.
The Grand Istana Rama
http://istana-rama.com
The Istana Rama Hotel Kuta Bali has been re-launched as the Grand Istana Rama
Hotel Kuta Bali with completely upgraded facilities and services in the same
outstanding location - facing Kuta's historic beachfront area.
Kamandalu Resort and Spa
http://kamandalu-resort.com
Kamandalu Resort and Spa is situated amidst lush green rice terraces close to
Ubud, Bali's most celebrated artists' village and convenient to all the island's
myriad attractions. Yet Kamandalu's hillside setting above the rushing Petanu
River provides a blissful sense of seclusion and peace
Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel
http://kartika-plaza.com
Located on the shore of South Kuta beach between Bali's International Airport
and Kuta beach. Only 10 minutes drive from the airport. A 24-hours Guest Service
Line is installed in every room ensuring that your receive immediate and
attentive service at all times. All these efforts will ensure your time spent in
Bali is memorable and will reflect well on your decision to book Discovery
Kartika Plaza Hotel.
Hotel Kesumasari
http://kesumasari.com
Bali is a tropical paradise island, with over a thousand temples, shrines.
Terraced rice fields, sacred volcanoes and endless golden beaches. Hotel
Kesumasari situated on 1.17 hectares of prime Sanur land with a spacious and
well kept tropical garden. Within easy walking distance to the beach, shops and
market, as well as, bars & restaurants.
Kokokan Hotel
http://kokokan.com
Kokokan Hotel is located on the outskirts of Ubud. It offers unique
accommodation in a lush, serene environment. On this secluded haven, your
privacy and peace is enhanced by the surrounding views of tropical palm forest,
age old rice field, and the soothing sound of the river, all harmonizing to
ensure your relaxation and sense of well being.
Kori Ubud Resort & Spa
http://kori-ubud.com
Located in the Balinese Village, Kori Ubud is a romantic hideaway lies hidden
under Bali blues skies lush green paddies, just 4 minutes from the center of
artists' town of Ubud. Kori Ubud is conceived an environmentally friendly
accommodation concept with panoramic rural scenery, while various tourism spots
of Ubud are just nearby.
La Taverna Hotel
http://lataverna.net
The bungalows were built more than 20 years ago in native style with local
material by Balinese craftsmen applying architectural techniques used for
centuries thus recreating the old world charm of Bali while unobtrusively
building in the comforts of modern day living. Each bungalow offers a Balinese
architecture exterior and the interior offer big and airy rooms that are
decorated with art objects and batik and "Kamasan" paintings. La Tavern rooms
are elegant without pretension and are everything you imagine a Bali experience
should be idyllic but inexpensive.
Bali Niksoma Cottages
http://niksoma.com
Located on the famous beach of Legian Kuta. It is the right place to stay.
Whether you lazy by the pool with a cold drink or watch the sun goes down from
your private balcony each moment at Niksome is a true holiday pleasure. All of
the rooms designed and decorated for your comfort.
Parigata Resort and Spa
http://parigata.com
Parigata Resort & Spa is located 20 minutes from the Ngurah Rai International
Airport and 10 minutes from Denpasar City. Parigata Resort and Spa nestled
amidst a lush tropical garden in the heart of the Sanur beach area. Parigata
Resort & Spa is designed in the distinctive and stately of a contemporary
Balinese private estate.
Pertiwi Resort and Spa
http://pertiwiresortspa.com
Pertiwi Resort & Spa Ubud Bali is located in Ubud, center of art and culture of
Bali. The Pertiwi Resort & Spa Ubud Bali reflect traditional Balinese
architecture, with its elegant proportions, peaked thatched wall matting that
suit the climate so well.
Puri Ratih Bali
http://puri-ratih.com
Puri Ratih Bali is located right on one of Bali's most beautiful beaches - only
seven miles by road from the airport. It's off the beaten track, but within a
moment's reach of the shops and restaurant of Legian and Kuta, an an ideal base
from which to explore the island of Bali.
Puri Wulandari Resort & Spa
http://puriwulandari.com
Puri Wulandari blends harmoniously with nature's rich and ancient traditions.
Blue skies, lush green paddies, and the soothing distant sounds of age old
rituals, help to create this secluded heaven in a world seeped in comfort and
tranquility.
Santika Beach Hotel
http://santika.net
Located about 10 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport, Hotel
Santika Beach is a beach-front hotel situated on Tuban area. Right on the sands
of Tuban Resort, South Kuta, the hotel overlooks the dazzling blue ocean an is
surrounded by acres of unspoiled tropical gardens.
The Kalaspa
http://thekalaspa.com
Kalaspa features a new experience of spectacular North Bali natural grandeur:
six private villas and two family villas, crafted with typical Balinese design,
facing the mountainous rain forest and amazing Singaraja scenery.
Tjampuhan Resort and Spa
http://tjampuhan.com
Picture yourself on a long balcony, perched high over a tropical ravine. Imagine
pathways clinging to a hillside where the hibiscus and frangipani reach out over
statues and wood carvings to touch a gentle greeting as you pass. In this one
hotel are captured all the images of Ubud, the cultural centre of Bali.
Tugu Bali
http://tugubali.com
Hotel Tugu Bali is nestled amidst lush paddy fields near Batu Bolong Temple, one
of Bali's most sacred temples. The resort, which features its own surfing beach,
is only a 15 minute drive from enchanting tourists areas of Kuta and Legian.
Ulun Ubud Resort and Spa
http://ulun-ubud.com
Located on the outskirts of Ubud, the Ulun Ubud Resort & Spa is superbly
positioned facing a breathtaking view of Campuhan River, terraced rice fields
and tropical greenery. Ulun Ubud Resort & Spa is offering comfortable
accommodation with modern conveniences.
Waka Gangga
http://wakagangga.com
The natural rejuvenating energies of the Indian Ocean surf, the gently sloping
rice terraces and the invigorating sea air make Waka Gangga a sanctum for a
complete, get away from it all holiday. Restful quiet, superb for and total
comfort.
Waka Maya
http://wakamaya.com
On the western fringe of Sanur is a special place - Waka Maya seven villas and
seven bungalows set in a coconut grove. Waka Maya is bordered by ancient
mangroves on the side and the sea on the other. Waka Maya is just 15 minutes
from the centre of Sanur, restaurant and excellent shopping.
Waka Namya
http://waka-namya.com
Waka Namya Ubud Bali is situated in Penestanan, Ubud, Bali’s famous painter
community village. Waka Namya built in the traditional Balinese architecture or
Lumbung design with tropical garden landscaped and a larger swimming pool.
Waka Shorea
http://wakashorea.com
Waka Shorea nestles on protective peninsula, a ten minutes boat ride from the
mainland. Unspoiled white sandy beaches, living corals, crystal clear waters and
the famous 5 star diving area of Menjangan Island. Elegance and comfort in
pristine, natural setting .
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Bali lies 3.2 km east of Java and about 8 degrees south of the equator. The
island is 153 km long and 112 km wide (95 by 69 miles), with a surface area of
5,633 km˛. The highest point is Mount Agung at 3,142 m (10,308 feet) high, an
active volcano that last erupted in March 1963. Mountains cover from the centre
to the eastern side, with Mount Agung the easternmost peak. Mount Batur is also
still active. About 30,000 years ago it experienced a catastrophic eruption —
one of the largest known volcanic events on Earth.
The principal cities are the northern port of Singaraja and the capital,
Denpasar, near the southern coast. The town of Ubud (north of Denpasar), with
its art market, museums and galleries, is regarded as the cultural center of
Bali.
In the south the land descends to form an alluvial plain, watered by shallow
rivers, dry in the dry season and overflowing during periods of heavy rains.
Its population of over 3 million is mainly (about 93%) Hindu, but a very
small part is Muslim (mostly coastal fishermen).
The main tourist locations are the town of Kuta (with its beach), Sanur,
Jimbaran, Seminyak and the newer development of Nusa Dua. The Ngurah Rai
International Airport is located near Jimbaran, on the isthmus joining the
southernmost part of the island to the main part of the island.
There are major coastal roads and roads that cross the island mainly
north-south. Due to the mountainous terrain in the island's center, the roads
tend to follow the crests of the ridges across the mountains. There are no
railway lines.
The island is surrounded by coral reefs. Beaches in the south tend to have
white sand while those in the north and west black sand. The beach town of
Padangbai in the north east has both: the main beach and the secret beach have
white sand and the south beach and the blue lagoon have much darker sand.
Pasut Beach (Tabanan), near Sungai Ho and Pura Segara, is a quiet beach 14 km
southwest of Tabanan. The Ho River is navigable by small sampan. Beautiful black
sand beaches between Pasut and Klatingdukuh are being developed for tourism, but
apart from the famous seaside temple of Tanah Lot, this is not yet a tourist
area.
Most of the Balinese people are involved in agriculture, primarily rice
cultivation. Crops grown in smaller amounts include fruits, vegetables and other
cash crops. A significant number of Balinese are also fishermen. Bali is also
famous for its artisans who produce batik and ikat cloth and clothing, wooden
carvings, stone carvings and silverware.
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