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Bali Kuta |
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Kuta is now the tourist mecca of Bali, popular mainly among the young and adventurous. Coconut trees line the sand beach as far as the eyes can see towards the north stopped by the runway of Denpasar's airport far in the west. Kuta is alive with night life. Western influences create discotheques, dance clubs, and pubs. Gastronomical demands inspire multitude of restaurants, serving traditional Indonesian and Balinese food to various ethnic meals from Japan, Switzerland, etc.
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Ubud Bali |
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Situated near the islands centre and midway between Kuta and Kintamani peaks, Ubud is by many considered way more cool than Kuta; and this not so jut because if its generally milder climate. See around Ubud the full range of Balinese handicrafts, and watch traditional Balinese dances. Ubud has been attracting and cultivating artistic talent since it became the seat of the aristocratic family in the late 19th century. Western artists and intellectuals who visited the area in the 1930s provided an enormous stimulus to local art, introduced new ideas and techniques, and began a process a of displaying and promoting Balinese culture worldwide.
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About Bali - Indonesia
Welcome and enjoy an endless summer in Bali Vacation
Bali's spectacular Kuta beaches, Kintamani volcanoes, Bedugul lakes, Bali temples and Ubud terrace rice fields - combine with its deeply artistic roots and its legendary hospitality. And Bali island have made it one of the most visited places on earth. While many destinations offer beautiful scenery, few have the variety of memorable panoramas to be found in Bali. Bali is one of the unique among thousand of islands that make the Indonesian Archipelago. Well known as the Island of the Gods, Bali has distinguish character with its natural beauties and its exotic culture.
Kintamani Lake - Bali
With the reputation of being one of the most beautiful and diverse tourist spots in Asia, Bali annually attracts almost 1,000,000 visitors from around the world. Geographically, Bali is situated between the islands of Java and Lombok. Bali is small, stretching approximately 140 km from east to west, and 80 km from north to south. The tallest of string of volcanic mountains that from east to the west is Gunung Agung, which last erupted in 1963. Located just 80 south of the Equator, Bali boasts a tropical climate with just two seasons (wet and dry) a year with an average temperature of around 280C. The wide and gently sloping southern regions play host to Bali’s famed rice terraces, which are among some of the spectacular in the world. In the hilly, northern coastal regions, the main produce is coffee, copra, spices, vegetables, cattle, and rice.
The Balinese have strong spiritual roots and despite the large influx of tourist over the years, their culture is still very much alive. The main religion is Agama Hindu Dharma, which, although originally from India, comprises of unique blend of Hindu, Buddhist, Javanese and ancient indigenous beliefs; It is very different from the Hinduism practiced in India today.
Dreamland beach - Bali
Naturally creative, the Balinese have traditionally used their talents for religious purposes and most of the beautiful work to be seen here has been inspired by stories from the Ramayana and other Hindu epics. The majority of Bali’s 3,000,000 people live, for the most part, in tight village communities with large extended families. The largest towns are Denpasar (the capital) and Singaraja in the north. The main tourist area stretches from Kuta to Seminyak. Kuta became a major attraction during the tourist boom of the 70’s because of its famed white-sand beaches, the surf, and stunning sunsets.
Today, the Kuta to Seminyak stretch is a major tourist destination, with hundreds of hotels, bars, restaurants, and shops. Those in search of a little peace and quiet tend to head for the more sedate resort of Sanur and Candi Dasa on the east coast, or Lovina in the north. Nusa Dua, on the southern-most peninsula of the island, houses many five-star hotels. The central village of Ubud, in the hilly region of Gianyar, ha also blossomed as a tourist attraction and is now considered to be the artistic and cultural centre of Bali.
Bali Events Calendar 2007
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New Year Eve |
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1 Muharram 1428 H - Moslem New Year |
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17 |
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Tumpek Kandang - Special day of thanks for the gift of livestock |
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18 |
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Chinese New Year Eve |
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March |
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16 |
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Mekiyis or Melis - a purification ceremony held in welcoming "Nyepi". It is a long procession of Hindu adherents carrying temple effigies and other sacred symbols, heading to beaches or springs where the purification rituals are held, Throughout Bali. |
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18 |
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Tawur Agung Kesanga - Held to welcome Nyepi holiday at every family compound; followed by procession of Ogoh-Ogoh (huge monster / evil dolls) |
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19 |
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Nyepi - Balinese New Year; The I Saka New Year 1929, the day of absolute silence for Hindu followers |
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Tumpek Wayang or Tumpek Ringgit - Special day of thanks for the gift of Art. |
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31 |
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Mohammed's Birthday - Moslem Holiday |
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Great Friday - Christian holiday on which the Church keeps the anniversary of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
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Easter Day - Christian holiday to commemorate the resurrections of Jesus Christ |
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Saraswati - Special day of thanks for the gift of Knowledge |
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Pagerwesi - Special day for meditation to enhance balance in the world |
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28 |
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Tumpek Landep - Special day of thanks for the gift of metal |
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May |
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Kuningan - Believed to be the ascendant day of ancestral holy spirits and deities, back to the eternity |
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Ascension Day - Christian holiday on the 40th day after Resurrection of Jesus Christ |
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June |
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Vaishakha - Buddhist holiday to celebrate the birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism |
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Tumpek Uduh or Tumpek Pengatag - Special day of thanks for the gift of fruit-bearing plants |
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Galungan - Praying for the victory of virtue (Dharma) upon evil (Adharma) |
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July |
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Kuningan - Believed to be the ascendant day of ancestral holy spirits and deities, back to the eternity |
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Saraswati - Special day of thanks for the gift of Knowledge |
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August |
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Isra Mi'Raj Prophet Mohammed - Muslim holiday to commemorate the 'enlightenment Day' of Prophet Muhammed |
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Indonesia Independence Day - A public holiday throughout Indonesia |
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Tumpek Kandang - Special day of thanks for the gift of livestock |
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October |
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Idul Fitri - Muslim festival to end fasting month |
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Tumpek Wayang - Special day of thanks for the gift of Art |
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Saraswati - Special day of thanks for the gift of Knowledge |
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14 |
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Pagerwesi - Special day for meditation to enhance balance in the world |
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Tumpek Landep - Special day of thanks for the gift of metal |
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Christmas - Christian holiday to celebrate Jesus Christ' birthday |
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Tumpek Uduh - Special day of thanks for the gift of fruit-bearing plants |
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Idul Adha - Moslem holiday known as cattle sacrifice and hajj pilgrim |
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Indonesia at Glance |
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The Republic of Indonesia is the world's fourth largest country, with 234 million people. The vast majority (87%) are Muslims, making Indonesia the country with the largest Islamic population in the world. More than 300 languages are spoken, but Bahasa Indonesia, a variant of Malay, is the national language. The nation is a republic, headed by a President, with a 500-member legislature and a 700-member People's Consultative Assembly (DPR). There are 26 provinces and special territories. The capital is Jakarta, with 8 million people. The archipelago comprises nearly 2 million square km of land and sea. Of 18,508 islands, about 6,000 are named, and 1,000 permanently inhabited.
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Traditional Balinese Food |
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There are two traditional Balinese dishes you should not missed; you are recommended to try the Babi Guling, the crispy skin and pieces of grilled suckling pig which is a specialty of the town of Gianyar, and the Bebek Betutu, a delicious duck specialty, slowly baked in banana leaves together with many different herbs and spices. In Kuta Bali you also may find Balinese restaurants which serve Balinese traditional food.
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