Discover the Last Paradise in Bali

Pura Besakih. Image: tvblogs.nationalgeographic.com

Do you already have plans for a vacation this year? I suggest you to enjoy a vacation in Bali. Discover Bali and enjoy wonderful vacation and fantastic adventure in paradise. Bali is located in South East Asia, between the island of Java and Lombok island. Bali is only a little spot on the magnitude of the Asian continent and Australia, you try to look at the map of the world, but this paradise island has received attention from all over the world since more than a hundred years ago.

Bali visited by millions of traveler and tourists not only for its natural beauty, but more because of its unique traditions, art and culture.  Bali's population of more than 90 percent are Hindus, and they are very open to foreign culture without losing their identity. Remember to visit Pura Besakih, the largerst Hindu temple in Bali.

Surfing in Dreamland Beach, Bali. Image: baliotorent.com

Balinese people in general have a strong sensitivity to art and culture. No wonder if we'll find the equipment or musical instrument called the gamelan in Bali every village. You will see how beautiful and unique ceremonies and rituals of Hinduism in the island of the Gods.

The beauty of sculpture and architecture in Bali is also very unique which is based on the philosophy of Balinese Hinduism and absorb that of the Vedas, but if you are observant, you will also find the influence of other cultures such as China. To discover the extent to which foreign influences on tradition, art and culture is not so easy. You should pay a visit to museum Bali and read books or literature about Bali. You can also boost your adrenaline with surfing or scuba diving in many exotic beaches and enjoy natural view in Bali.

 Why do not easily find foreign influence on various aspects of Balinese culture? Balinese artists are very cunning, so that their work can only be seen, felt, and enjoyed as fully Balinese art and culture. You have come to prove it.

 

Kecak Dance. Image: indonesia.travel

Although the people of Bali the Hindu religion, but Hindu ceremonies and rituals on the island is not the same as in India. Indian people would be surprised by the uniqueness of the tradition and ritual of Hindu community in Bali. Traditional ceremony on this island of a thousand temples has been started since the birth, marriage and death with the basic philosophy of Hinduism.

Balinese temple architecture in different temples in India, temples in Java or other countries that follow the Hindu religion, as well as rituals and traditions. Almost all the rituals and ceremonies in Bali accompanied with beautiful ornaments, music (gamelan), a beautiful and sacred dance. If you are in Bali don’t forget to watch Kecak dance, a very unique dance performance.

Yoga in Bali. Image: lailimarzuqo.blogspot.com

Balinese people have an open attitude to the culture and people of other faiths, so they live in harmony with the community of Buddhists, Catholics, Christians and Muslims since many year a go. 

If the you are on holiday in Bali, you will feel calm and peaceful paradise. You can enjoy fantastic holiday and yoga in this tropical island.  Yoga and meditation in Bali is the best way if you want to find true peace. You can join a yoga class or training in Ubud, Kuta, Sanur, Jimbaran or Nusa Dua.  

Bali is a beautiful tropical paradise.