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Visit a Living legend ...

(the island of Gods/the island of spirit)

 

Perhaps no place else on earth holds as magical an attraction as Bali. Generation of travelers have come to our island on journeys of discovery, stepping back in time to where the pace is easy and the spirit of life is nourished. On this legendary island, the best of many worlds blend, creating a colorful kaleidoscope of culture, art and adventure.

Bali is Indonesia's only majority Hindu island. Its tradition of social harmony ensures that it remains safe and friendly to visitors. The Balinese grace is legendary, and it is this special island charm that ensures a warm welcome for guests from around the world.

Bali is renowned for having maintained its traditional culture against the sweeping tides of the modern world. In many parts of the island, life goes on as it has for centuries, with rhythms of ritual, creativity and culture still serving as a community compass. Here the arts are woven into everyday, making Bali a world center of music, dance, visual arts and of course, shopping!

Bali also preserves another important tradition: the find art of relaxation. Whether one chooses to laze on a palm-fringed beach or sink into the serenity of one of the island's spas, a Bali vacation is a sure cure for stress.

Balinese Hindus are famous for their spectacular celebrations of life, which combine artistry and spirituality in unforgettable display of devotion. The Balinese believe that their gods love beauty, and their religious rituals are feasts for the senses as well as the soul, earning Bali its name as ?the island of the Gods.?

One of the most important principles in Balinese culture is the harmony between humans, nature and divinity. The island itself is considered to be a spiritual in heritance, and Balinese take pride in conserving it culturally and ecologically as a sacred trust for generations to come. Visitors are invited to share in the wonder of nature by witnessing the majestic grandeur of Bali's mountain landscape, the lust green of its fertile rice fields and the unspoiled richness of its ocean world.

Bali also boasts a wealth of modern tourism facilities, from luxurious resort and spas to professional travel and transportation services to high-quality, well-managed attractions. With something for everyone, Bali is an ideal vacation choice for family fun, honeymoon romance, youth tourism, adventure travel and cultural and artistic explorations. We at Bali Village invite you to visit our island, and experience the legend for yourself.