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Bali

Considered as one of the best tourist destinations in Indonesia, Bali, tropical island in Indonesia, is often rated as one of the best travel destinations in the world for its natural beauty, luxury stays, arts, and culture.

History and Culture of Bali

Bali, a historical site in Indonesia, has a rich history dating back to the Stone Age and the Empire of the Majapahit, ruled by Hayam Wuruk. It has experienced changes in the 20th century, including German tourist Gregor Krause, World War I, and the 1963 Gunung Agung eruption. Despite a recovery in 2010, the island faced challenges like the 2017 eruption of Mount Agung, Covid-19, and Ukraine’s invasion in 2022.

Balinese culture, influenced by Indian, Chinese, and Hindu cultures since the 1st century AD, has flourished under the Majapahit Empire and is known for its hospitality, love of arts, and strong religious beliefs. Balinese culture combines Hindu-Buddhist religion and Balinese customs, with notable performances in dance, drama, and sculpture. The island is also known for its Wayang Kulit or Shadow play theatre and skilled gamelan players. The Balinese cooperative water redistribution system is influenced by religious and cultural practices, managed by water temples (Pura Tirta). The prestige of certain Pura Titrtas correlates with their position within the subak system, and royalty associates with these temples to gain influence in society.

Uniqueness of Bali

• Being a tropical island in Indonesia, Bali has only two seasons: the dry season (April to October) and the wet season (October to April). 
• The island is part of the Coral Triangle, which has the highest biodiversity of marine species, including fish and turtles, with over 500 reef-building coral species. 
• Bali has a “welcome to all” policy, all could enter with a docile nature, nobody will stop. 
• In June 2012, Subak, the irrigation system for paddy fields in Jatiluwih, central Bali, was listed as a Natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. 
• Indonesia has over 1000 languages, including dialects, and Bali has its own set of widely spoken languages, including Balinese, certain dialects of the Indonesian language, and Kawi, an old Japanese language. English is also heard in tourist-prone areas. 
• The island’s volcanic nature has resulted in the black colour of the sand in many beaches in Bali.

Some Popular Tourist Places and Activities in Bali 

There are like countless tourist places in Bali. Some of the top destinations in this island are Kuta, Ubud, Seminyak Beach, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran Beach etc. 

• Kuta is noted for its long sandy beach, active nightlife, and thriving urban culture. 
• Ubud, Bali’s culturally important tourist destination, is noted for its arts, crafts, and natural beauty, including attractions like the Ubud Art Market, Ubud Monkey Forest, Campuhan Ridge Walk, Goa Gajah, art museums, local and worldwide artisan sites, and the Moon of Pejeng. 
• Seminyak Beach is known for its white sand, crystal-blue waters, and breathtaking sunsets, and provides swimming, sunbathing, surfing, and other water sports, and its large waves make it perfect for surfing. 
• Nusa Dua is a luxury resort community including international hotels, resorts, private villas, spas, golf courses, and world-class centres ideal for international events. 
• Jimbaran Beach is a famous destination for sunset seafood dinners in Bali, along with romantic candlelight meals, and relaxing with loved ones. 

In terms of tour activities, water sports, temple tours, relaxation in beaches, cultural experiences, coffee-plantation tours, swing rides, volcano trek, waterfall visits, and market tours are some of the top things to do in Bali. 

It is advisable to book a Bali trip with Marine To Alpine Pvt Ltd which is a reputed tour operator for Bali, and can deliver tour programs based on your budget, schedule, duration, and type of tour.

Places of Tourist Interest

Ubud

Ubud Art Market

Waterfalls in Ubud

Rice Terrace in Ubud

Water Sports Activities in Bali

Coffee Plantations in Bali

Kuta

Nusa Penida

Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Dance

Tanah Lot Temple

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

Tirta Gangga

Bali Swings

Mt. Batur Volcano Trek in Kintamani

Handara Gate