The Island of Bali
February 7, 2010 - Posted in kuta
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One of the fourteen thousand islands of the Indonesian archipelago is the island of Bali. It sits exactly twelve time zones away from New York City, approximately halfway between Singapore on the tip of the South East Asian peninsula and Darwin on the north western part of Australia. One thing to remember about Bali is that the island is not too big. It is about one hundred miles from North to South, and one hundred miles from West to East.
The sun rises at six am and sets at six pm most of the year. The temperature variation is very small and Bali does not have four seasons but has only wet season, typically from September to February and a dry season for the other half of the year. However the difference is marginal. At the peak of the wet season you will see about a half hour to an hour serious downpour in the afternoon about perfect for a siesta. The rest of the time Nice, warm temperature, especially with a twist of sea-breeze in the beaches of Kuta or Nusa Dua.
The island of Bali is blessed with the line of beaches surrounding it. 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. Only a stone thrown away from the beach, ancient temples stand as solemn as they have been in centuries past.
Contrary to popular beliefs spread by travel guidebooks, not all of night life activities in Bali are the result of foreign tourists. Two spectacular night time activities that are on the opposite end of a spectrum are distantly Balinese The Kecak Dance and Wayang Kulit or Shadow Puppet.
It is a shoppers paradise particularly for casual and tailored clothing, locally made jewellery, handicrafts, antiques and artefacts. 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, youre sure to need more room in your suitcase. Try bargaining at the street markets of kuta or fixed price shopping at a Denpasar department store. Bali has it all.
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.
Douglas Scott
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3 Responses to “The Island of Bali”
What do you know about Bali Island?
What do you know about Bali Island? Have u ever visited that place and what do you think?
By Spongebob on Feb 7, 2010
When we were there we thought the place was beautifull the markets unreal very cheap so called originals the hindu people very friendly so much so that when we went home we told everyone what a great place it is. Imagine my supprise two days later to hear of the bombing of the sari club that we had been in two days earlier and how many Australians plus others had died.But great place and great people just some nuts who gave the place a bad name but i will go back one day.
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By Nemesis on Feb 7, 2010
Perhaps it is too copious if it is said that Bali is an island that is full of uniqueness which distinguishes it with other islands in Indonesia.
As written in the Purana Sada Temple of Kapal Traditional Village, it is said that when the continents and various island had been created on earth, Ida Sang Hyang Widhi/Bathara Pasupati (God), summoned the Gods to gather together on top of Mount Mahameru.
Then Sang Hyang Pasupati uttered to the nine Gods occupying the nine direction, to the six Gods (Sad Winayaka), to the group four Gods (Catur Dewa), to God Rsis, to God Dragon, Gods from Trinayaka group and to Gods in the universe, to make a new island known as Bali Island.
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Bathara Pasupati explained to all Gods, that island that is going to be created is a special island for the shrine of all Gods with the leader Bhatara Mahadeva/Putranjaya. In this island, all Gods will be worshipped and dipuja (honored) till the end of the period. In this island the Gods will be awarded with big offerings by the dwellers. The Gods, is then, known as the name of Bali.
When this island was created, the God Dragon Sang Hyang Ananta Boga entered the bottom layer of the earth, and then this big dragon became the support of Bali Island.
After that, Sang Hyang Kurma Gni (turtle) entered the earth and became the foundation of it, and Badawang Nala manifested himself as the bottom layer of the earth of Bali. Sang Hyang Kala, then, created the soil and sky of Bali which is bright with colorful shine.
Finally, a beautiful island was created with the shine of extraordinary holiness. The Gods were very delightful with their successful works, and then selected their everlasting shrines at the new earth (banua bahru) named Bali. From here it is disclosed that Bali is the place of Gods (the Island of Gods). When foreigners came to Bali for the first time, they said this island is the last paradise.
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By dhushyanth r on Feb 7, 2010