Bali is my life

Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008, a green tourism celebration

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:09:00 +0000

This year, Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC) perform again the annual event Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008 which will be held for 5 days at Peninsula island, Nusa Dua from 10 to 14 October 2008.

The even this year is carrying theme " green tourism ", for supporting sustainable environment for continuity of tourism in Bali. The 5 days celebration will take place in Peninsula, a tiny island in Nusa Dua which is has uniqueness called "Water Blow", 20 metres height of splashing waves that hits reef. The celebration provides performance of culture, art, sport, music, exhibition and games which includes the participants from other Indonesia's provinces. As the thems is Green Tourism, this year celebration will conducting Environment Care Programme which contain Green Camp (plastic waste collecting and environment socialization in schools along Nusa Dua area ).

Below is the Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008 events schedules

Schedule of Events – Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008

Day 1
Friday, October 10, 2008

● 08:00 – 17:00 Asia Anti Aging Conference at Grand Hyatt Bali

● 08:00 – 14:00 Painting Competition at the Nusa Dua Peninsula Island

● 08:00 – 12:00 Sand Sculpture Competition at the Nusa Dua Peninsula Island

● 14:30 – 15:30 Sekaa Shanti performance by Widya Sabha Art Studio at the Stage

● 15:30 – 16:00 Blanchess Chess Dance Performance (Tari Catur) at the Stage

● 16:00 – 16:20 Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008 Opening Ceremony

● 16:00 – 18:30 Green Cultural Parade

● 18:30 – 18:45 Fiesta Dance at the Stage

● 16:00 – 18:30 Kebo Iwa Colossal Drama Performance at the Stage

● 20:00 – 20:45 East Java - Banyuwangi "Jejer Gandrung & Paju Gandrung" Art Performance at the Stage

● 20:45 – 21:30 Central Java - Solo "Prajurit Samber Nyawa" Art Performance the Stage

● 21:30 – 23:00 NTB - Lombok " Batek Baris,Sibeh Rudat,Gendang Belek,Gandrung" Art Performance at the Stage

Day 2
Saturday, October 11, 2008

● 07:30 – 12:00 Green Camp at the Peninsula

● 08:00 – 17:00 Asia Anti Aging Conference at Grand Hyatt Bali

● 07:00 – 13:00 Nusa Dua Golf Tournament

● 10:00 – 15:00 Wood Carving/Painting Exhibition at the Peninsula

● 10:15 – 11:30 Hotel Day: The Westin "Jazz Music" at the Stage

● 11:30 – 15:00 Promotion by Exhibition Participants at the Stage

● 13:00 – 19:00 Nusa Dua Golf Tournament at Bali Golf & Country Club

● 15:00 – 17:00 Kids' Carnival at the Peninsula

● 17:00 – 18:00 Balinese Costume Competition at the Peninsula

● 18:00 – 18:20 DKI Jakarta "Lenggang Nyai & Nandak Ganjen" ArtPerformance at the Stage

● 19:00 – 22:00 Tantowi Yahya and Country Western Music at the Stage

Day 3
Sunday, October 12, 2008

● 07:30 – 12:00 Family Day Fiesta 2008 at the Peninsula

● 08:00 – 17:00 Asia Anti Aging Conference at Grand Hyatt Bali

● 10:00 – 15:00 Woord Carving/Painting Exhibition at the Peninsula

● 10:00 – 14.30 Yogyakart "Tayub Campur Sari" Art Performance at the Stage

● 14:30 – 18:00 Aerobic Competition at the stage

● 15:00 – 17:00 Floating Golf Hole in One at Peninsula to the sea

● 17:00 – 19:00 Traditional Food Eating Competition at Peninsula

● 17:00 – 19:00 Dik Doank's Performance at the Stage

● 19:00 – 19:45 West Java - Bogor "Musik Sunda" Art Performance at the Stage

● 19:45 – 20:30 Balinese " Legong Dance" Art Performance at the Stage

● 20:30 – 22:30 Singing Performance – Nyanyian Darma at the Stage

Day 4
Monday, October 13, 2008

● 09:00 – 13:00 Karaoke Competition at the Stage

● 10:00 – 15:00 Wood Carving/Painting Exhibition at the Peninsula

● 11:00 – 15:00 Fruit and Vegetable Carving at the Peninsula

● 13:00 – 13:45 Hotel Day: The Laguna "Kecak Dance" at the Stage

● 13:45 – 14:30 Hotel Day: Melia Bali "Capoera and Ethnic Perscussion" at the Stage

● 14:30 – 16:00 International Photo Competition & Exhibition at the Peninsula

● 14:30 – 16:30 Art Performance from Banggai and Palu, Sulawesi at the Stage

● 15:00 – 17:00 Floating Golf Hole in One at Peninsula to the sea

● 17:00 – 18:00 Carrying "Gebogan" competition at the stage

● 19:15 – 19:45 Ramayana Performance “Hanonman Obong” at the Stage

● 19:45 – 20:30 West Java - Cimahi Performance of "Rampak Kendang" at the Stage

● 20:30 – 22:00 Cabaret Show at the Stage

Day 5
Tuesday, October 14, 2008

● 09:00 – 13:00 Karaoke Competition at the Stage

● 10:00 – 15:00 Wood Carving/Painting Exhibition at the Peninsula

● 10:00 – 15:00 International Photo Exhibition at the Peninsula

● 13:00 – 13:45 Hotel Day: Inna Putri Bali "Voice of Entertaiments" at the Peninsula

● 14:30 – 18:00 BTDC day at the Stage

● 15:00 – 17:00 Floating Golf Hole in One at Peninsula to the sea

● 18:00 – 20:00 Aceh Performance "Saman Dance" at the Stage

● 19:10 – 20:00 Closing of Nusa Dua Fiesta by Bali's Governor and Fireworks at the Stage

● 20:00 – 21:30 Padma Nareswari Performance by the Guruh Soekarno Putra Group at the Stage.

For further information about the event please contact :

Nusa Dua Fiesta 2008 - BTDC Office
Telp: (62) 0361 771010 Fax: (62) 0361 771014
Email : btdcnd@indosat.net.id
Website: www.balinusaduaresort.com

Assesment survey on cultural tourism impacts on urban development in Bali

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 03:13:00 +0000

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After a long time without post to this blog, in this occasion I would like you (foreign visitors) to participate in a tourist survey, yes we knew you have been through such kinds of tourist surveys before ( government randomly picks up tourists to be surveyed ), but this time is a survey for a thesis programme from a friend of mine.

It takes only about 3 minutes to fill in, kindly go to here

By the way if you are permanent resident in Bali you can participate too by filling the survey ( different questions ) here

Thank you all, have a nice holiday in Bali

Bali wins 'The Best Island in Asia Pacific" and "Best Exotic Destination"

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 06:18:00 +0000

Bali once again wins "The Best Island in Asia Pacific" and also eligible to recieve DestinAsian Award 2008. The award was through Readers Choice programe on DestinAsian Magazine; a traveler magazine published in Asia and partly Europe. In 2006, Bali was also win the same award.

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Mr.Gde Nurjaya, said up to now, Bali has received 20 awards from many institutions from around the world. Last January 2008, Bali was also received an appreciation as "The Best Exotic Destination" from Luxury Travel Magazine, London. Luxury Travel Magazine is a monthly magazine thats provides analysis and expert information on world tourism to both consumers and tourism operators,with readers up to 2.5 millions worldwide.

The January 2008 edition of Luxury Travel Magazine the magazine`s readers picked Bali Island as the Best Exotic Destination, beats other nominated destinations including Mauritius and Thailand Golden.
Triangle.

The award handed by editor Alyson Cook to Indonesia, to the Indonesian Embassy`s Economic Counsellor Tumpal MH Hutagalung and First Secretary Mayuzar Adamy in London.

World 'Wayang' Show on Bali Art Festival 2008

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:22:00 +0000

The 30th Bali Art Festival will be held on June 14 to July 12 2008. It is been said, the World 'Wayang' show will highlight the Bali Art Festival.

Image taken from wikipedia

Wayang which means 'shadow' is a shadow puppets performance prevalent in Java and Bali, Indonesia. The stories are usually about Ramayana and Mahabrata epic. Various style of Wayang are known in Indonesia; Wayang Kulit, Wayang Wong, Wayang Golek, Wayang Beber etc.

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For the first time, Bali Art Festival will held the World Wayang Show. "The positive response from overseas art workers has been given to the international wayang show which is to be the first of its kind in the Bali Art Festival", Mr. Made Santha , a Cultural Service Spokesman , said.

He added that a tleast five countries had confirmed their participation in this World Wayang Show to highlight Bali Art Festival. He said the participation of international asrtist in Bali Art Festival would hasve significant meaning for Balinese traditional art and cultural development. The show is also expected to improve the image of Bali in supporting Visit Indonesia Year 2008 a success.

The Bali Arts Festival is an annual full month of daily performances,
handicraft exhibitions and other related of cultural and commercial
activities such as dances, theater, foods festival, traditional costumes etc. The participant are also come from other part of Indonesia such as Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Papua as well as foreign country such as Japan, Korea etc.

Bali Arts Festival 2007 , Bali cultures and dances in a full one month performance

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 08:17:00 +0000

June-July is holiday season for most Indonesian, and during this season there are many festivals are waiting for to holiday makers. Amongst them is Bali Art Festival 2007 which will be open from 16 June to 14 July 2007. Bali Arts Festival will be started with cultures parade, which is started from Monumen Perjuangan Rakyat Bali and finish at Bali Arts Center complex. The parade are featuring Balinese cultures and also featuring others cultures throughout Indonesia and foreign countries such as Japan, Korea etc.

The Bali Arts Festival is a full month of daily performances, handicraft exhibitions and other related cultural and commercial activities during which literally the whole of Bali comes to the city to present its offerings of dance, music and beauty. On display are trances from remote mountain slopes, forgotten or recently revived village dances, food and offering contests, classical palace dances, stars of Balinese stage, odd musical performances, "kreasi baru" (new creations) from the dance schools of Denpasar, as well as contemporary choreography and dance companies from other islands and from abroad.

So pack up you things, go to Bali , and enjoy Bali Arts Festival 2007. You will finds cultural performance everyday on various venue in Bali Art Center complex. Be there and discover the exotic cultures of Bali.

For schedule please visit http://baliartfestival.com/

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Bali International Triathlon

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 09:39:00 +0000

Bali International Triathlon, LLC has announced that the first triathlon race ever to be held on the island of Bali will take place on June 24, 2007 at Jimbaran Bay, Bali. The Olympic distance course, consisting of a 1.5 kilometer swim in the warm waters of Jimbaran Bay, a 40 kilometer bike course through the Nusa Dua area of the island, and a 10 kilometer run through Jimbaran Village with a beach finish, will provide participating athletes with a challenging and scenic race.

Four Seasons at Jimbaran Bay, one of the leading race sponsors, is offering a first prize package consisting of a three day, two night stay in one of their world famous luxury villas. Awards will also be given to the first three finishers in each age group category.

All athletes will be provided with high quality race T-shirts made by Sport Science, entrance to a pre-race party, and unique finisher’s award handcrafted by local Balinese artists.

“Our primary goals in arranging the initial Bali triathlon are to promote tourism on the island and to create a long lasting quality race that will attract both professional and top age group athletes” says Robb Strom, one of the principals involved in the organization of the race. Race organizers also include Brennan Lindner of Generic Events in Los Angeles, and John Daniels of Bali Discovery Tours in Bali.

Athletes participating in the race are expected to come from all over the world to take advantage of this unique destination race. While in Bali, they can take advantage of the wide range of activities available, including scuba diving, elephant riding, white water river rafting, parasailing, and jet skiing. Bali is famous for its spa properties, and athletes will be treated to post race massage by local Balinese therapists. Special hotel and tour packages for athletes and their families can be arranged by contacting Bali Discovery Tours.

Further information concerning the race can be found at www.balitriathlon.com. Event questions and media inquiries can be directed to Brennan Lindner at Generic Events by
calling him in Los Angeles, CA USA at +011 310-260-7898.

Source: Bali Triathlon LLC Press Release

Image courtesy of www. balitriathlon.com

Purnama and Tilem : Balinese special days

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Wed, 09 May 2007 06:31:00 +0000

'Purnama', the day of a 'full moon' & 'Tilem', the day of a 'new moon', are special days for the Balinese. On this day extra offerings are made around the family compound, as well as some offerings placed on the ground at the entrance to the house compound.
The towering 'sesajen' offerings are also often taken to the village temple. Depending on the time of year, many temples then hold various forms of entertainment for the village - dancing, wayang puppet performances, arja plays - to coincide with the special prayers for Purnama or Tilem.

It is considered a good day for planting on Purnama, especially for plants that bear fruit. So very often people will delay planting until the day of the full moon, when they are more assured of successful harvest.
Some people believe that to bathe in water perfumed by the fragrant petals of the frangipani flower under the light of the full moon will wash away your sins, while ensuring that you will remain youthfully attractive.
Very often an 'odalan' (anniversary ceremony) at a village temple that includes a day that happens to correspond with Tilem falling on the same day as 'kajeng kliwon' will see them organizing a performance of 'Calonarang', depicting a struggle between the powers of the Barong and Rangda, an exorcism of the village to ensure the continuance of harmony and balance. Of course the biggest of all of these exorcisms occurs on the 12th Tilem of the Saka Calendar year, where the whole of Bali carries out an exorcism on the eve of 'Nyepi' (Balinese New Year).

Nyepi : A silent day in Bali

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 17:02:00 +0000

Bali has many feast day, as of its unique culture and custom. Amongst them is Nyepi or Day of silence. Nyepi is celebrated once a year, every 1st day of the Caka year ( Balinese Calendar ). Hence Nyepi is also marks the New Year for Balinese. Nyepi falling on purwaning tilem ( one day before new moon ), sasih kesanga ( the ninth month ). Nyepi represent the suspension of all activity to chasing out the evil vibration that accumulated during a year. Nyepi is a day of prohibition, stillness and silence. On nyepi, the ambiance of Bali is remarkably silent, and quiet.

The Nyepi itself consist of several procession, three or days before nyepi ( may vary at some region ), there is Melis or Melasti procession. This procession is a purification procession of the Pratima ( effigies, symbolical representation of God manifestation ). The venues of purification are beaches or the Beji ( spring, a water sources ) or river. Why the beaches ?, because Balinese believe that the sea is is a place where impurities are dissolved, it is also can be done at a spring or river, since the water from those places will ends at the sea. During the Melasti or Melis procession, whole villager will took place together on the procession either by walk or by vehicles to the beaches, accompanied by the gamelan.

One day before Nyepi Day is called Pengrupukan which consict of Tawur Kesanga or Mecaru procession and followed by the Ogoh Ogoh festival. Tawur Kesanga usually took place at every village's Catus Pata ( village square ), while at the higher level such as at every regency or province level, it will took place on the at the heart of city or town square. Tawur Kesanga is carried out right at midday when the sun is over the head, it is around 12.00. This Tawur Kesanga procession denotes the symbolical effort on bringing back the balance and harmony of the universe along with its contents. Following the Tawur Kesanga , at the Sandyakala or nightfall, Ngerupuk is is performed on every family houses. All family members taking place on the procession bringing torch and making noise or sound surrounding the house compound and spitting Mesui ( kind of aromatic spice ) at every corner of the house compound. This procession is carried out in order to neutralize the power of evil and bring the nature harmony back and so all family members can live peacefully and in confort to do the Nyepi days the next day.

At the customary village, Ogoh-ogoh or the giant doll in various shapes ( mostly in giant evil demonic figures ) are brought along the village accompanied with Gamelan. This procession is to bring back the evil or Bhutakala to their respective abode so they would not tease and disturbing human life any longer. The essential of this series procession is hat human beings are led to control their demonic character ( which is everybody has ) as a preparation to do the Nyepi the next day.

The Nyepi day is marked by undertaking the Catur Bratha Penyepian ( four abstinences during nyepi Day ) which consisting Amati Gni ( lighting no fire), Amati Karya ( no working ), amatiu lelungan ( no travelling ), and Amati lelanguan ( no entertainment ). Since the concentration of the Brata Penyepian mentioned, Bali Island turns totally silent at day, dark and quiet at evening. Its ambience's is so quite and pollution-free. No vehicles and factory activities polluted the air, no aeroplane noises disturbing. Mother earth breath healthy and rest for 24 hours.

The day after Nyepi Day called Ngembak Gni, where all peoples starts a new day with fresh mind. At this day, usually people visiting their relatives and friends for greetings.

Happy holiday in Bali. Cheers

Bali Island : the tropical island

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 01:34:00 +0000

Bali, a tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago, is so picturesque and immaculate it could almost be a painted backdrop. It has rice paddies tripping down hillsides like giant steps, volcanoes soaring up through the clouds, dense tropical jungle, long sandy beaches, warm blue water, crashing surf and friendly people who don't just have a culture but actually live it. In Bali spirits come out to play in the moonlight, every night is a festival and even a funeral is an opportunity to have a good time.

Bali Island, the perfect holiday destination for all ages offers something for everyone. This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and a rich past and heritage. The Balinese people are proud of having preserved their unique Hindu culture against the advance of Islam, the dominant religion throughout Indonesia. This is still reflected in day to day life and can be seen in the numerous ceremonies, Balinese festivals and magnificent temples and palaces. Some of the best surfing beaches in the world can be found on the western side of the island whilst conversely the eastern side is a wonderful haven for families, with beautiful white sand beaches and gentle seas.

Bali Island is a shopper's paradise particularly for casual and tailored clothing, locally made jewellery, handicrafts, antiques and artifacts. Leather ware is one of the unexpected local bargains with everything from handbags through to tailor made leather jackets and coats, all at unbelievable prices. In fact, prices are so inexpensive, you're sure to need more room in your suitcase! Try bargaining at the street markets of Kuta, Sanur of Nusa Dua or fixed price shopping at a Denpasar department store. Bali has it all.

For those that want to stay wet, Bali Island has world class scuba diving, snorkelling and wonderful day trips out to Nusa Penida for beach sports and coral viewing.

When the sun sets, the choices are still hard to make - a quiet romantic moon lit dinner or watch the spectacular Balinese Fire Dance or Kecak Dance. For those that want to party, Bali Island has it all with bars, discos and nightclubs.

As a truly international destination attracting visitors from all over the world, restaurants in Bali are extremely cosmopolitan yet inexpensive. Experience not only local delicacies like Nasi Goreng and Sate Campur but also Chinese, Malaysian, Japanese, Italian/European Greek, Moroccan and even Mexican cuisine. We must not forget Bali's wonderful seafood - local lobster at such prices that you will want to keep coming back for more.

For those more culturally inclined, Bali can offer the peace and tranquility of Ubud high in the hills; the spectacular Mother Temple at Besakih; the ancient capital of Bali, Singaraja and the floating palace at Ujung near the pretty beach area of Candi Dasa. The Scenery is nothing less than spectacular. Jungle, picturesque hillside rice terraces and the awesome magnificence of Kintamani Volcano.

The more active, wanting a break from the idyllic beaches, can experience wonderful golf courses in the mountains at Bedugul and beachside at Nusa Dua, the thrill of white water rafting or kayaking down the beautiful Ayung River; mountain cycling amid scenery you will never forget and organized rice paddy and jungle treks to see the side of Bali most tourists never encounter.

Bali Island, a truly international destination, offers every standard of accommodation ranging from charming yet modest bungalow style hotels in lush tropical gardens for the budget minded through to arguably amongst the most exclusive and sophisticated hotels in the world!

Enjoy you holiday , Bali is the Best

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How to get Taxi in Bali: Tips on taking taxis in Bali

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 06:52:00 +0000

Taking taxi is might be one of your choices on exploring Bali or to get around the cities for shopping. Apparently taking taxi in foreign country could be exhausting if you don't know how to deal with them. Below are some tips on how to take taxi in Bali to ensure you are enjoying your holiday in Bali.

If you need a taxi, it is always best to order taxi by phone especially if you need a taxi at night.

If you must hail the taxi on the street, be sure that the name if the taxi company is clearly marked on it. It usually complete with their phone number on it.

Insist on using the taxi meter. Don't fall for a driver who bargains or claims that his meter is broken.

While in the taxi, make sure you note the taxi's number and the driver's ID. And this will become handy if you want to register a complain or trace belongings left behind.

In many places such as Kuta, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Kuta, there are many people ho offer you transportation services. This is not a taxi, they just offering transportaion service, and if you must take any of their services, make sure you establish the price up front.

Bali Taxi Phn: 701111

Source: Bali Travel News Magazine

Have a nice holiday in Bali !

Bali Travel Tips on VISA ON ARRIVAL: Your travel tips to Bali

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:47:00 +0000

Passport and Visas

Bali Visa. Important change to Indonesia's Visa Policy for Tourists.

Please read carefully as there have been changes to Indonesia visa policy. This affects all arrivals to Indonesia after February 1, 2004, are subject to new visa regulations

Countries that do not require a Visa to enter Bali.

Brunei Darussalam, Chile, Hongkong Special Administrative Region, Macao Special Administrative Region, Malaysia, Morocco, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

Countries that require and are eligible for Visa-On Arrivals - cost for these visas are US$10 for a stay of up to 3 days, US$25 for a stay of up to 30 days.

Arab Emirates, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Maldives, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa
South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States America

It is important to also note the following:

The Visa on Arrival is non-extendable and cannot be converted into a different visa.

The Visa purchasing system will take approximately 3-5 minutes per applicant.

There are 6 payment counters, a bank and a money changer set up to process the payments.

Once you have paid for and received your visa, you will need to proceed to Immigration where your visa will be processes.

Citizens of countries not on the visa on arrival or visa free lists will be required to apply for a visa before entering Indonesia.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Indonesia, and you must have proof of onward passage (either return or through tickets). If you cannot fulfill both of these requirements, you may not be allowed to enter the country.

Check out the nearest Indonesian Embassy
Indonesian Embassies with websites
Indonesian Consular offices worldwide

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Enjoy your holiday in Bali.

Oleg Tambulilingan

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 02:22:00 +0000

Balinese culture has many creative and weird dances that are performed at temple ceremonies and for tourists on occasion. One of the strangest named dances is the Bumblebee dance, more correctly, the Oleg Tambulilingan. Created in 1952 by a famous male dancer Mario ( real name Ketut Marya) for a world fare, performed by the famous dance troupe from Peliatan,close to Ubud, in 1951.

The Bumblebee Dance is a very sensual performance and mimics the mating dance of 2 bumblebees, the male obsessed with the female who elegantly and coyly keeps him away. She eventually gives in at the finale. The female role is especially complicated and sometimes 2 girls play the roles. Balinese female dancers wear a tightly-bound sarong and dance by bending forward slightly, keeping their feet close together and bending their arms at right-angles.fault style to be override.

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Where is Bali ? the tropical paradise

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 04:13:00 +0000

For you which don't know what is Bali or where is Bali here is some details. But please don't forget to take a notes or bookmarks this page in case you forget any informations here and later you can find it easily.

Bali is an island as part of Republic of Indonesia, lying between Java island and Lombok island. With populations around 3 millions, Balinese people primarily are Balinese Hindu. Lying at longitude 8°03'40"S to 8°50'48"S, Bali is a true tropical island.

Why its called Island of Gods ?, because there is always offering for Gods, everyday and every time, the Gods inhabit the landscape, from sea to the holy mountains. Temples pervade Balinese life, they are everywhere.

Balinese people reowned for their friendliness , they are courteous, warm and gracious.

What is Bali is my life ?

noreply@blogger.com (wayan) — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 02:25:00 +0000

Hi, this is a new blog for promoting Bali. My beloved island. Bali is my life. Okay, tourism in Bali affected too much by the series of bombing on 2002 and 2005, and Bali is my life slogan had announced by Tourism Board, to promote Bali even more for Bali's tourism recovery.

What will I write here is my opinion, experience, vision or everything I know about Bali. Island where I lives.

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