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The
culture of Bali is unique. People say that the Balinese
people have reached self-content. It is not an exaggeration
that when a Balinese is asked what heaven is like, he
would say, just like Bali, without the worries of mundane
life. They want to live in Bali, to be cremated in Bali
when they die, and to reincarnate in Bali.
It does not mean that the Balinese resist changes. Instead,
they adapt it to their own system. This goes back far
in history. Prior to the arrival of Hinduism in Bali
and in other parts of Indonesia, people practice animism.
When Hinduism arrives, the practice of Hinduism is adapted
to local practices. The brand of Hinduism practiced
in Baliis
much different from that in India. Other aspects of
life flow this way.
Bali is one of the most exotic island in the world,
reflects mystical images which have attracted people
to come since many years ago. This tropical island has
an extremely charming scenery, gigantic rice fields
surrounded by coconut trees with the soaring volcanoes
as the backdrop, opaque tropical rain forest, the beauty
of the sea, the beaches with their golden sand and dramatic
sunset over the sea, crashing surf and of course warm
and friendly locals. In Bali, festivals, holidays and
special celebrations occur at all time and even cremation
is an attraction.
The mixture of Balinese heritage and traditions with
a polish of modern facilities has created a unique nuance.
The Balinese people are proud of Hindu culture, which
has endured for centuries. Ritual ceremonies, festivals
and preserved magnificent temples reflect the richness
of culture.
The surf scene is fantastic, the nightlife is exiting,
the rice culture is filed with rituals, festivals and
dances that area fascinating, sourronding seas offer
many fabulous divesites, the spas are extremely rejuvenating,
and the food is incribiblt exotic
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