WELCOME TO BALI!

Bali has been consistently ranked as "The World's Best Island" by the readership of international travel magazines such as Travel & Leisure. Numerous reasons contribute to Bali's popularity, not the least of which is the incredible friendliness of the Balinese people.

Additional factors include the spectacular physical beauty of the island, the magnificently visual culture steeped with spirituality, beautiful beaches, verdant and expansive rice terraces, and the year-round pleasant climate all contribute to Bali's unparalleled designation as the world's best island.

Statistical evidence of Bali's prominence as a world-class tourist destination can be seen from visitor arrival numbers, which include representatives from just about every country in the world, and which continue to exhibit growth rates of around 10% per year. Visual evidence of Bali's prominence is apparent even to the casual observer through the number of new luxury villa, hotel and resort construction projects.

However, even with the rapid development pace, especially in the southern part of the island, a short drive brings visitors into rural settings where the hotels and villas give way to traditional Balinese villages with picturesque, tropical rice field, palm tree and mountain views.

LOCATION & MAP

Bali is one of the Indonesian islands, located just 8 degrees from the equator. Bali Island is situated at the western end of the Lesser Sunda Island chain, between Java and Lombok. Bali is one of the provinces of Indonesia, with its capital city in Denpasar. The total area of Bali is about 5,78006 square kilometers (2.231 square miles).

Lapped the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Bali is one of 17,500 islands in the Indonesian archipelago, yet even among its colorful neighbors‚ Bali stands alone in its lushness and incomparable beauty.

Long, sugary beaches lead inland to hillsides terraced with jewel-green rice paddies; forests dotted with ancient temples abound. These centuries-old shrines - there are thousands scattered across the island - are evidence of Bali's deep, enduring spirituality.

For the island's three million, mostly Hindu residents, daily routines are punctuated by prayer, blessings, and rituals - and it is these traditions, even more than the spectacular landscapes, that make Bali such a compelling, authentic, and utterly singular destination.

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BALINESE CULTURE

Bali culture is totally unique and permeates every aspect of Balinese life. The influence of Hinduism as the main religion is evident in the music, drama, art, costumes and festivals which take place daily and celebrate the cycle of birth, death and rebirth.

TEMPLES IN BALI

Many of Bali's temples are many hundreds of years old and located in beautiful locations. Many have stories to tell which are of interest to people of all faiths.

BALINESE DANCE

Dance is the medium which stories have been told in Bali for generations, the costumes are as elaborate as the moves - some of which take much training and agility to perfect. You can watch many of the traditional dances which are performed several times weekly.

BALI EVENTS & FESTIVALS

Bali has many colourful festivals throughout the year, the most important of which is Galungan. Most festival dates are based on Bali's two unique calendars which have systems that are alien to the roman calendar so the dates change each year.

ACTIVITIES IN BALI

Bali offers travelers of all ages a wide variety of leisure activities to enjoy - regardless of your interests and budget.

Whether you want to play golf, go for a brisk walk or run on the beach, or just lie back and take it easy, Bali is the place.

Being an island, the beach is a major factor in any holiday. Bali has a coastline which offers every possible water activity, including surfing some of the best waves in the world, swimming with dolphins, cruises, snorkeling, diving, sailing, bungee jumping and paragliding.

Non-beach related outdoor activities include river rafting, mountain cycling, observing local artisans create their arts and crafts, and visiting museums and zoos. Many island visitors enjoy dining and drinks at the numerous beach-front clubs like Ku De Ta.

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CLIMATE & SEASONS IN BALI

Bali has a tropical climate appropriate to its proximity to the equator. Year round temperatures averaging 31 degrees Celsius.

THE WET SEASON

High humidity can be expected during the Wet Season between the months of October - April when there is often daily rain and quiet overcast days. The most rainy times are between December and February and the days are hot and steamy - truly tropical. Some people just love Bali in the wet season as there are fewer tourists and the monsoonal weather adds to the sense of exotic escape.

THE DRY SEASON

The Dry Season falls between the months of May - September. The air feels cooler in the dry season, because it’s less humid - so many people consider this the best time to visit Bali. Occasionally rainfall can also be expected during the dry season but usually at night or very early morning. In the months of June - August there is usually a very refreshing cool breeze all day long. The central mountain area is typically cooler than the lower coastal areas mainly especially at night.