Tuesday, 1 November 2011
Bali Hotels
Bali is one tourist destination in Indonesia. When you visit Bali, do not worry about a lot of travel agencies and hotels here.
Bali which has a million tourist and cultural beauty of high value will give a lot of wonderful memories in our lives.
Removing the fatigue and stress in Bali is a perfect fit. Beautiful scenery and seductive atmosphere of the beach will give you a sense of relaxing for the visitors.
Come and enjoy yourself ...!!!!
Thursday, 20 October 2011
Bali History | Bali Island
The first evidences of human appearance in Bali date back to the Stone Age, tens of thousands years ago, with the founding of few artifacts that are believed to be reminiscent of small bands of hunter-gatherers. These prehistoric bands lived and foraged in Bali’s jungle and scavenged the tidal pools of the island. Many Paleolithic implements have been found near Sembiran in northen Bali, and there is also evidence in the form of rectangular stone adzes, axes, blades, hoes and picks used by a Neolithic people of Bali.
The most spectacular remains of Neolithic civilization in Bali are remain of Neolithic settlement and a burial site of 100 mongoloid adults and children which were found in Cekik, south of Gilimanuk, West Bali. These are the mortal remains of coastal people who swam the strait and walked across to Bali via land bridge from East Java to Bali in their migration east through the islands from Indochina. Bali was already well populated by the time of Bronze Age began around 300 B.C.
The remains of Bronze Age include clay utensils, stone mounds and bells shaped like two bowls. The people who used these items buried their dead in pottery jars or stone sarcophagi, complete with such funeral gifts as arm and foot rings, beads, highly polished stone tools, bronze and iron implements. The metal objects of Bronze Age are deeply related to the Dongson culture of Indochina. The magnum opus of this civilization is the moon of Pejeng, a glass-shaped-kettle drum made of bronze which is one of the most remarkable archeological artifacts discovered in Bali.
By the Broze Age, Bali population already practiced both wet-and dry-rice cultivation, worked the fields with stone tools and water buffalo, raised pigs and poultry, and developed a sophisticated megalithic culture which made use of menhirs, stone chairs, and stepped pyramids.
The prehistoric period came to an end when Bali established early contact with far more advanced culture of India and China, the leading powers in Far Eastern trade during first centuries A.D. the evidences of this contacts are the Bali Yatra Festival which is celebrated in Kalingga, India, to commemorate the voyage of India’s Hindu priests to Bali and the Chinese annals of the 5th and 6th centuries mentioned a Hinduized state called P’o Li which might have referred to Bali. The remnants of contacts with India can be seen today on the remains of hermitages and monasteries at Gunung Kawi and Goa Gajah, both in Gianyar. Balinese script is derived from the Palava script of South India.
The Indic influences had a significant influence on Bali but they did not come directly from India but through Java. This created a unique Indic-Javanese influence on the history of Bali. The first recorded significant evidence of Indic-Javanese influence was the establishment of the first kingdom in Bali. Singamandawa was the first kingdom in Bali which drew its line from Sanjaya dynasty in Java, established in the area around Mount Batur. Another kingdom with quite similar was Singadwala, which was situated near Besakih with its powerful king Sri Kesari Warmadewa which conquered the former kingdom in 966 A.D.
The History of Bali
Bali has been inhabited for a long time. Sembiran, a village in northern Bali, was believed to have been home to the people of the Ice Age, proven by the discovery of stone axes and adzes. Further discoveries of more sophisticated stone tools, agricultural techniques and basic pottery at Cekik in Bali's far west, point to the people of the Neolithic era. At Cekik, there is evidence of a settlement together with burial sites of around a hundred people thought to be from the Neolithic through to the Bronze Age. The massive drums of the Bronze Age, together with their stone moulds have been discovered throughout the Indonesian archipelago, including the most famous and largest drum in Southeast Asia, the Moon of Pejeng, nearly two meters wide, now housed in a temple in east Ubud. In East Java and Bali, there has also been a concentration of carved stone sarcophagi, which we can see in the Bali Museum in Denpasar and Purbakala Museum in Pejeng.
Bali was busy with trade from as early as 200 BC. The prasasti, or metal inscriptions, Bali's earliest written records from the ninth century AD, show a significant Buddhist and Hindu influence; especially in the statues, bronzes and rock-cut caves around Mount Kawi and Gajah Cave. Balinese society was pretty sophisticated by about 900 AD. Their marriage portrait of the Balinese King Udayana to East Java's Princess Mahendratta is captured in a stone carving in the Pura Korah Tegipan in the Batur area. Their son, Erlangga, born around 991 AD, later succeeded to the throne of the Javanese kingdom and brought Java and Bali together until his death in 1049.
Bali - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
With a population recorded as 3,891,000 in the 2010 Census,[2] the island is home to most of Indonesia's small Hindu minority. In the 2000 census about 92.29% of Bali's population adhered to Balinese Hinduism while most of the remainder follow Islam. It is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking, and music. Bali, a tourist haven for decades, has seen a further surge in tourist numbers in recent years.
Tuesday, 18 October 2011
Bali Travel Warnings
You may not know Indonesia, but have to know about Bali. It has clear running creeks with green mountains in all seasons, flowers blooming, tall trees standing into sky.
People in Bali are philosophers of life. Working hard, enjoying food, sleeping peacefully, living with everything in harmony, enjoying every minutes of life, easy and relax life- long.
Bali has various entertainments: local culture, first class hotels, cliff viewing, volcanic viewing, watching dolphin, diving, surfing, rafting, volcano climbing, delicious food, ocean and beach activities, shopping….
Bali also named "Island of flower", "Island of Romantic”,” Island of Paradise"; it’s a place you must visit in your lifetime.
So If you don't prepare for the trip fully,you may end up with a lot of regrets which can be avioded!
Besides, airfare usually cost more than half in a trip to Bali. But the fact is saving hundreds on airfare is quite easy.
Monday, 3 October 2011
Sunday, 2 October 2011
Thursday, 23 June 2011
Bali Rich Villas Ubud - Spa
A sanctuary for the senses, "Dewi Kunti Spa" invites travelers to experience the art of Balinese wellness menu of traditional body and beauty rituals. Each spa session promises a nurturing journey of personal indulgence to counteract the effects of a lifestyle dominated by work and stress. "Dewi Kunti Spa" is a place to achieve optimal relaxation of body, mind and spirit. A total of four private treatment rooms are available for some well-deserved head to toe pampering. A team of caring therapists perform treatments using natural products that have been inspired by the healing practices of a bygone era.
Wednesday, 22 June 2011
Bali Private Guides & Private Guided Tours in Bali | Viator
Private Tour Guides in Bali
Here's our list of private guides in Bali. Viator only promotes tour guides with a professional license or tour guiding certificate, ensuring you have the best possible tour experience in Bali. Depend on Viator's local experts to craft the perfect private tour, custom tour or shore excursion!
Wednesday, 25 May 2011
Sunday, 22 May 2011
WillGoTo : Indonesia, Tour operators and travel agencies
Borobudur Tour, Yogyakarta Tour, Prambanan Tour, Indonesia Adventure Tour by Pusaka Tours
Day 1 Arrival – Yogyakarta – Malioboro – Sunset Parangtritis (LD)
Upon arrival in Yogyakarta, you will meet with our guide at the exit arrival hall, meeting service and next drive to Malioboro shopping center, proceed to visit Kasongan village and having sunset at Parangtritis beach. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant.
Day 2 Lava Tour & Prambanan Tour, Yogyakarta (BLD)
After breakfast, pick up from at your hotel and proceed to Cangkringan – a village in the slope of Mt Merapi that is totally destroyed after the last great eruption of Merapi in November 4th and 5th , 2010. The hot cloud ( pyroclastic flow ) hit this village. During the last eruption Merapi has spewed more than 1 million cubic meter volcanic materials and covered this village – including visit the Museum Gunung Merapi or Merapi Volcano Museum which was built by supporting cost of the Department of Energy, Mining and Natural Resources and opened at October 1st, 2009. Afterward visit Prambanan Temple the largest archaeological remains of Hindu. Lunch and Diner at Local resto. Back to Hotel.
Day 3 Yogyakarta, Borobudur , City Tour (BLD)
After breakfast, transfer to Borobudur Temple. It’s known as one of “The World’s Seven Wonder”. Tour including visit Pawon & Mendut Temples the smaller Buddhist monuments. Continue for Yogyakarta City Tour by visiting Sultan Royal Palace, Water Castle, Ngasem Bird Market, Batik Home Industry and silver work at Kota Gede. Lunch and Dinner will be served at local restaurants Then transfer to your hotel for check in and overnight.
Day 4 Transfer out (B)
Transfer to Yogyakarta Airport
Tuesday, 17 May 2011
Tourism Indonesia
"Suramadu National Bridge is a bridge that crosses the Madura Strait, connecting the island of Java (in Surabaya) and Madura Island (in Bangkalan, exactly east Kamal), Indonesia. With a length of 5438 m, this bridge is the longest bridge in Indonesia today. Southeast Asia's longest bridge is the Bang Na Expressway in Thailand (54 km). Suramadu bridge consists of three parts, namely the overpass (causeway), bridges (bridge approach), and the main bridge (main bridge). This bridge was inaugurated by the President of the beginning of construction Megawati Sukarnoputri on August 20, 2003 and inaugurated the opening by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono on June 10, 2009 Bridge construction is intended to accelerate development on the island of Madura, including infrastructure and economic field in Madura, which is relatively backward compared to other areas in East Java."
Enjoy the breeze of Singkarak Lake
"West Sumatra, was awarded with the natural beauty of the hills that line the lake hollows. In addition Maninjau Lake, there is another beautiful lake in West Sumatra, clear and calm named Lake Singkarak. Singakarak Lake area size about 129.69 km with a depth of 36.5 meters above sea level and link the two district areas of Tanah Datar and Solok....."
Mount Tambora
How to reach the crater
There are some choice to reach the crater or caldera of Mount Tambora:
Start the trip using airplane from Mataram to Bima (35 minutes), continued from Bima by car to Doropeti on south side of Tambora to the location of Volcano observation (5 hours).
by car from Mataram to Kayangan Port and cross to Alas with Ferry until Pototano Port. Then continue to Doropeti (15 hours).
To reach the lips of caldera, the climbing activities can be done from many side, such as:
From west, Calabai village and Pancasila village until west Caldera, this is general way, it needs 2-3 days.
From North, Kawind nae village untill north Caldera, it is shorter and fast from the forest but it is climb from the beginning until the top of the mountain.
From the noth-west, Doropeti vellage to the east untill west caldera and north west calseera. It is pass the woods where there are “jelatang” or “maladi” , the plant which hurt our skin when it touched.
From south, Doropeti, 12 km to east. It will pass the road to the north and climbing from PT. BA palantation until south caldera, with one day trip. This way is passing the dry savanna. But if we use car we can reach until 1200 mdpl in 3 hours, then continued on foot in 3-4 hours. (Heryadi & Iqbal, Mount Fire,West Nusa Tenggara)
A big Volcano that erupted in the 19th century
The paroxysmal eruption of Mt. Tambora on the island of Sumbawa in April 1815 – despite having triggered a world wide historic event – is astonishingly neglected in studies of volcanic activity. The world wide event referred to was the so-called “Year without a Summer” – the exceptionally cold months of 1816. In addition to this, Mt. Tambora’s eruption far-eclipsed in violence and ejecta the more famous eruption of Krakatau (Krakatoa) in 1883, which also had an impact on the world’s weather.
Though disappointing, the reason for part of this neglect is not hard to find. There exist few contemporary records of the eruption and what there is has seen little reprinting in modern works. Nonetheless, enough data is now available that a more definitive study can and should be undertaken. The intent of this posting is to synthesize and integrate what is available and hopefully inspire further investigation.
Lombok Island : Surfing Paradise for All Surfers
"Lombok has a great variety of waves that work on all swell and wind conditions. It’s right next to Bali, yet far less crowded. The book tells you where to stay cheaply close to the best fun waves, and where to go when the swell gets up and you’re ready to tackle hollow overhead barrels. Lombok’s Gili Islands offer a peaceful escape for a bit of snorkelling and partying too.
Lombok has been an ideal surfing destination for years. Surfers, especially those that come to Indonesia to surf and are prepared to venture further than Bali, which is being, consumed by its own crowds, will discover Lombok rewarding beyond all expectations.
Lombok surfing is less crowd and its good starting point to search secrete spots on east of Indonesia as its neighbor island is Sumbawa where you will find super suck, Yoyo’s or Lakey pipe in Dompu region."
Labuanbajo
"The regency of West Manggarai is subdivided into 7 districts and 121 sub-districts. Labuan Bajo is the regional capital of West Manggarai.
West Manggarai is the regency covering the westernmost area of West Flores, located within the Indonesian province of East Nusa Tenggara. In 2003, West Manggarai was elevated to the status of a regency in recognition of its role as an important gateway to Flores,
With the established of the regional administration in Labuan Bajo, transportation access to Labuan Bajo, by land, sea and air continue to be enhanced. Numerous economic and tourism developments are now in an advanced planning stage or under construction in West Manggarai."
KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
"KOMODO NATIONAL PARK – INDONESIA
Real dragons spurt no fire, have no need to fly and cast no magic spells. And still, one look from them might render you speechless. These komodos, the real life dragons, are a sight indeed. Gigantic, the lizard-like creatures are about two or three meters in length. They can easily weigh about 165 kilograms. Despite of their sheer size and appearance, they are not active hunters. What makes them intimidating is the fact that they are a patient predator. In the wild, they stalk a victim, usually a weak or injured one. One bite and that’s what it usually takes. After following the victim for a while, sometimes up to several days’ time, the komodos will devour the dying prey.
The Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) is an endangered species which can only be found in the Komodo National Park (KNP) in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Because of the unique and rare nature of this animal, its habitat – KNP – was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986."
The Gili Islands
"GILI TRAWANGAN
Gili Trawangan is the largest of Lombok’s Gili Islands and is the only one to rise significantly above sea level. It is 3km long and 2km wide with a population of about 1000. Of the Gilis, Trawangan has the most tourist facilities; the pub Tîr na Nôg claims that Trawangan is the smallest island in the world with an Irish pub. The most crowded part of Trawangan lies on the eastern side.
On Gili Trawangan (as well as the other two Gilis), there are no motorized vehicles. The main means of transportation are bicycles (rented by locals to tourists) and cidomo (a small horsedrawn carriage). For traveling to and from each of the Gilis, locals usually use motorized boats and speedboats.
The Gili islands are renowned not only for their friendly inhabitants but the total tropical island paradise feeling that they have. The white coral beaches, the warm and inviting waters all invite to snorkeling, sun bathing and of course diving. The diversity of aquatic life is astounding and just off the shores you can find turtles, sting rays, reef sharks, baracudas, and a myriad of small and large fish."
LOMBOK AT A GLANCE
"Wanting to take back something from Lombok? Lombok has great woven textiles like songkets and ikats that can be used as a sarong, wall hanging, table cloth and more. The design woven is special to each weaver and it is passed down through the generations before. There is a traditional hand weaving village in Puyung, central Lombok. You can even try on a traditional Sasak costume."
LOMBOK ISLAND
"Lombok island is located east of Bali and accessible by air, fast boat or public ferry.
The simple pleasure of sunshine, white sandy beaches in quieter settings, unique culture, and eco tours makes Lombok a perfect getaway for honeymooners, families or those who look for a total relaxing holiday."
Monday, 16 May 2011
WEST PAPUA MAP
Sunday, 15 May 2011
Travel To Papua-Trip to Papua with your local travel agent
"The island of Papua (Irian Jaya) consists of coastal areas, lowlands and highlands, an isolated tribe still can be found in many areas such as tribal highland as Yali tribe and lowlands as Korowai tribe. If you plan to do a trip to papua is not difficult and the type of the trip in papua also diverse as trekking in baliem valley, adventure tours in mainland Korowai, travel by boat in the Asmat and fishing tours in the swamps, sea and so forth.
It is our hope that you are not wrong on choosing the type of your tour and trip in Papua can even choose the local travel agent who truly professional as your partner in Papua - If you would like to travel to Papua and learn about the culture way of life, to see the jungle while to re-fresh your eyes or jungle sport, I think Papua in east Indonesia is one of the best place in the world which you can visit. To plan a trip in Papua is easy then other people said to you."
Papua Tour
"Papua is truly an amazing and mysterious place for Tour Operators, as they think that Papua is the home to the most primitive people in the earth. This term also applies to many tour operators who offering trips to Papua. Some claim they are the best, and the others claim we are biggest and very experienced. In fact, they all copied all the program itineraries that we have created. We have been guiding for 16 years exploring all parts of Papua, leading the trek to remote and unexplored area. Many guides and Tour Operators do not know about or to get to, but they sale our tour packages in Papua. How can you trust them? They don’t live here and never come and never research in advance, but PUTRA PAPUA TOURS up to now still offers the trip in to the most remote areas, and less accessible as well. We keen to keep finding a new and interesting remoter place for our clients."
Interesting Places at Bali
# Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK). Located at Jimbaran area, south Bali, here, will be built a great statue of Visnu sitting on Garuda. In July 2008, this great status which built by I Nyoman Nuarta, was still in partial, Visnu part, Garuda (the bird) part and also Visnu’s hands part. This great statue would be the icon as Liberty in NY, USA. Located high up the hill, with a great view surrounding. GWK also has theater to perform Balinese traditional dances (depends on schedule). At the front gate, you would be welcomed by 2 Balinese’s dancers.
There are kiosk, food center and bargain shops.
Some tour agents choose GWK as dinner point with the sunset view.
Admission Fee is Rp.15,000 (US$1.6) / person and Rp.5,000 (US$0.6) / car.
GWK
Dreamland Beach. It’s on the same way to GWK, at this area, you may see a star hotel and resort is under construction. This area was built by Tommy Soeharto (former Indonesian President’s Son) but then abandoned after their era went down. The beach looks cleaner compared to Kuta Beach, and more overseas tourists, but in my opinion the location is quite far and in a remote area (probably those are the reasons why oversea tourists find it exciting). After the hotel and resorts ready for public, this beach would be more crowded. To enter this area, you only need to pay parking ticket Rp.2000 (US$0.25) per car.
Dreamland Bali
# Pura Luhur Uluwatu (Hindunese temple). This temple is location in West corner of the cape hill, that’s why it’s called Ulu which means corner and watu means stone/rocks. The temple was built at the rock goes to the sea. The view is amazing. I’m recommending this place. Before entering the location, visitor is requested to wear a rope (and additional sarong to visitors wearing short pants – above your knee) to respect the elders of this place. This temple is surrounded by woods with the monkeys live there, once said the monkeys were the loyal followers of the Priest, the sacred temple keeper. Be careful of your belongings : hats, glasses, camera, necklace, earrings, to be in a safe place since the monkeys can be annoying and take those things away from the owners. Many would take sticks to self defense, but please don’t harm the monkeys.
There is Kecak Dance performance (with additional fee) located at the corner of the cliff. Every visitor will be overawed visit this place.
Tour Destination in Bali Island
Bali lies between Java and Lombok Island. Denpasar is the capital of his province, located in the south of the island. The majority of Balinese are Hindu. In the world famous Bali as a tourist destination with a unique variety of art-culture, especially for the Japanese and Australian tourists. Bali is also known as Island of the Gods and Pulau Seribu Pura.
There are several tourist attractions in Bali, among others:
Saturday, 14 May 2011
Lepar Pongok Island
For those who want to enjoy the blue ocean swim was enough dipinggiran beach, while guests who like to enjoy the beauty of the sea can rent a sailboat. For those WHO Want to enjoy the blue ocean swim was Enough dipinggiran beach, while the WHO guests like to enjoy the beauty of the sea cans rent a sailboat. Besides swimming, visitors can unwind while enjoying the fresh young coconut water. Besides swimming, visitors cans unwind while enjoying the fresh young coconut water. It was not complete when the day swim and do not enjoy the freshness of the young coconut water. It was not complete for the day Pls do not swim and enjoy the freshness of the young coconut water. Sadai hectic with visitors to the beach seems to also trigger the Island and Island Lepar Pongok. Sadai hectic with visitors to the beach Also Seems to trigger the Island and Island Lepar Pongok. The beauty of the beach is no different Sadai other charming beaches throughout the island of Bangka. The beauty of the beach is no different other Sadai charming beaches Throughout the island of Bangka.
Lepar and Pongok Island is unique. Lepar and Pongok Island is unique. The only district that separated the ocean on the island of Bangka. The only district That separated the ocean on the island of Bangka. Everywhere the sea. Everywhere the sea. Villages were mostly separate. Mostly separate Villages were the resource persons. Population numbered 12 567 people from 6 villages spread over 25 islands. Population numbered 12 567 people from 6 Villages spread over 25 islands. Only penutuk, Tanjunglabu, Tanjungsangkar and Kumbung fused in part, because some residents were Kumpung in High Island and Long Island. Only penutuk, Tanjunglabu, Tanjungsangkar and Kumbung fused in part, Because Some residents were the resource persons Kumpung in High Island and Long Island. Celagen and Pongok Pongok located on the island. Celagen and Pongok Pongok located on the island.
The islands that made this district rich in tourist areas. The islands That made this district rich in tourist areas. Walking fast with speed, watching one by one island that is still green, the exotic experience that is difficult to forget. Walking fast with speed, watching one by one That island is still green, the exotic experience, That Is Difficult to forget.
You also can hire people in the form of public transport boat that can carry more than 20 people. Also cans You hire people in the form of public transport boats carry cans That More Than 20 people. Sailing slowly above the blue sea. Slowly Sailing above the blue sea. Of course when the wind is not strong, making it easy to capture the panorama of nature travelers. Pls Of course the wind is not strong, making it easy to capture the panorama of nature travelers.
Moreover, the journey begins when the sun toward the eastern horizon, reddish light peeking in contrast to the expanse of blue ocean nan, solah emerged from the other side. Moreover, the Journey Begins Pls the sun toward the eastern horizon, reddish light peeking in contrast to the expanse of blue ocean nan, solah emerged from the other side. Subuah rare events that can be witnessed here. That rare events Subuah cans be witnessed here. Likewise when the afternoon sun slowly disappeared as if hiding behind the High Pulai. Likewise Pls Slowly the afternoon sun disappeared as if hiding behind the High Pulai.
For diving enthusiasts, coral reefs, various species of fish, live coral spot, the vegetation of seagrass and macro algae, and many others will be a captivating view of eliminating boredom. For diving enthusiasts, coral reefs, Various species of fish, live coral spot, the vegetation of Seagrass and macro algae, and many others will of be a captivating view of eliminating boredom. Hard to find is found in other areas in farts, due to be destroyed by the mining area of the sea. Hard to find is found in other areas in farts, due to be Destroyed by the mining areas of the sea.
If you like fishing when the fishing season, do not go far away to sea with a travel time for hours, sometimes even life-threatening. Pls if you like fishing, the fishing season, do not go far away to sea with a travel time for hours, Sometimes life-threatening events. You simply stop between Sadai - Penutuk, 10 minutes by boat fishermen. You simply stop Between Sadai - Penutuk, 10 minutes by boat Fishermen. The driver knew where the boat was just the location of reefs where fish seminyak, red and berberbagai other fish species. The driver Knew Nowhere the boat was just the location of reefs Nowhere seminyak fish, red fish and berberbagai other species.
When night falls, twinkling lights in-Penutuk Sadai into another scene. When night falls, twinkling lights in-Penutuk Sadai into another scene. At 23:00 pm, Sadai-Penutuk really quiet. At 23:00 pm, Sadai-Penutuk really quiet. Silence can make us aware of loneliness, yet eventually we too would own, an extraordinary spiritual tours. Silence cans make us aware of Loneliness, yet eventually Would We own too, an extraordinary spiritual tours. [Magazine Nuance Persada] [Magazine Nuance Persada]
Ambon : Dive Destinations
"Ambon holds an important place in the rich history of Indonesia, and as one of its best diving destinations. The Ambonese are a welcoming and hospitable people, proud of the history and beauty of their island as well as the fantastic diving found around their shores.
Ambon holds an important place in both the rich history of Indonesia, and as one of its best diving destinations. The island was conquered by the Portuguese, later the Dutch, and is speckled with the occupying forces old forts, some of which date back to the late 15th Century. It is now the capital of the southern Malukkus and has a diverse mix of cultures and ethnicity.
Ambon is also the famous Spice Islands of Indonesia. The famed spice, nutmeg, which was once worth more than gold, made this region the centre of wealth for the Dutch colonies. Now recognized as one of the best critter and muck diving areas in Indonesia. There are so many species of fish present in the Maluku region that specialists are not sure of the exact total number. What is known is that there are believed to be more than 3000 species of fish and several hundred species of corals accounted for, and the numbers are still rising."
History of Bali
"Bali's history actually began since the ancient time. However, the meaningful record on the development of the Bali into a modern Bali, like today, was started from the days of Empire Gelgel. Gelgel Kingdom was a kingdom ruled in Bali after the defeat of Majapahit Kingdom in Bali. The first king of the Gelgel Kingdong was King Dalem Ketut Ngulesir. At the time of the Gelgel Kingdom, the old art style and language of Java - Hindu was maintained.
The last king that ruled in Gelgel Kingdom was Made In Dalem (1605 - 1686). The successor of Made In Dalem, Gusti Agung Jambe did not want be thrown at Gelgel after the rebellion of I Gusti Agung Maruti. Gusti Agung Jambe then had chosen Semarapura as the center of the new government, and the name of Kingdom became Klungkung Kingdom. Klungkung Kingdom was then splitted into eight smaller kingdoms, which are now, become eight districts in Bali.
During the eight smaller kingdoms government, those kingdoms maintained the old culture, but became more open to new ideas and outside influence. Karangasem become one of a very successful kingdom, which successfully conquered Lombok in 1970. The power of eight small kingdoms in Bali ended in 1894 when the Dutch entry and overthrown Bali. Even if the Bali controlled by the Netherlands, but the power of the Netherlands in Bali never too firm, such as Java and Maluku."
History of Bali
"Bali's history actually began since the ancient time. However, the meaningful record on the development of the Bali into a modern Bali, like today, was started from the days of Empire Gelgel. Gelgel Kingdom was a kingdom ruled in Bali after the defeat of Majapahit Kingdom in Bali. The first king of the Gelgel Kingdong was King Dalem Ketut Ngulesir. At the time of the Gelgel Kingdom, the old art style and language of Java - Hindu was maintained.
The last king that ruled in Gelgel Kingdom was Made In Dalem (1605 - 1686). The successor of Made In Dalem, Gusti Agung Jambe did not want be thrown at Gelgel after the rebellion of I Gusti Agung Maruti. Gusti Agung Jambe then had chosen Semarapura as the center of the new government, and the name of Kingdom became Klungkung Kingdom. Klungkung Kingdom was then splitted into eight smaller kingdoms, which are now, become eight districts in Bali.
During the eight smaller kingdoms government, those kingdoms maintained the old culture, but became more open to new ideas and outside influence. Karangasem become one of a very successful kingdom, which successfully conquered Lombok in 1970. The power of eight small kingdoms in Bali ended in 1894 when the Dutch entry and overthrown Bali. Even if the Bali controlled by the Netherlands, but the power of the Netherlands in Bali never too firm, such as Java and Maluku."
Fak fak - dive destinations
"Fak Fak and Triton Bay is a very remote area located south-east of Raja Ampat in Irian Jaya (West Papua), and is famous for its record breaking marine bio-diversity. Because the water here is so nutrient rich, visibility averages 10-20m, however those same nutrients feed an amazing web of life. We're talking extreme bio-mass. New species of fish and corals are being discovered all the time.
Triton Bay, otherwise known as Fak-Fak lies in the heart of the Coral Triangle - a global centre of marine biodiversity and one of the world's top priorities for marine conservation. The Coral Triangle includes various important nesting sites for migratory sea turtles, the channels between major landmasses serve as passages for migrating mammals and mantas, and the waters support feeding grounds for large tuna populations that are targeted by international fishing fleets. Extraordinary numbers of hard corals, mollusks and reef fishes can be found in this area.
These reefs in this area are fantastic species factories. This region is simply mind-blowing in terms of its diversity. From the perspective of marine - and especially coral reef - bio-diversity, it is clearly unparalleled for an area of this size. Scientists keep breaking world records for the number of species found at single sites. Biodiversity surveys conducted in Triton Bay by Conservation International have identified up 335 species of coral reef fish. Among them was a small epaulette shark that 'walks' on its fins. This discovery has turned Triton Bay into one of the most popular and valuable dive sites in the world.
Fak Fak and Triton Bay are still relatively un-explored and we expect to discover even more great dive sites during our cruises to this region. A stunning underwater environment combined with one of the most singular and picturesque landscapes, makes this area a truly spectacular dive location."
fak fak - dive destinations
"Fak Fak and Triton Bay is a very remote area located south-east of Raja Ampat in Irian Jaya (West Papua), and is famous for its record breaking marine bio-diversity. Because the water here is so nutrient rich, visibility averages 10-20m, however those same nutrients feed an amazing web of life. We're talking extreme bio-mass. New species of fish and corals are being discovered all the time.
Triton Bay, otherwise known as Fak-Fak lies in the heart of the Coral Triangle - a global centre of marine biodiversity and one of the world's top priorities for marine conservation. The Coral Triangle includes various important nesting sites for migratory sea turtles, the channels between major landmasses serve as passages for migrating mammals and mantas, and the waters support feeding grounds for large tuna populations that are targeted by international fishing fleets. Extraordinary numbers of hard corals, mollusks and reef fishes can be found in this area.
These reefs in this area are fantastic species factories. This region is simply mind-blowing in terms of its diversity. From the perspective of marine - and especially coral reef - bio-diversity, it is clearly unparalleled for an area of this size. Scientists keep breaking world records for the number of species found at single sites. Biodiversity surveys conducted in Triton Bay by Conservation International have identified up 335 species of coral reef fish. Among them was a small epaulette shark that 'walks' on its fins. This discovery has turned Triton Bay into one of the most popular and valuable dive sites in the world.
Fak Fak and Triton Bay are still relatively un-explored and we expect to discover even more great dive sites during our cruises to this region. A stunning underwater environment combined with one of the most singular and picturesque landscapes, makes this area a truly spectacular dive location."
Bali Villa, Bali Accommodation, Exotic Hideaways
"Exotic Hideaways have handpicked a selection of private villas in Bali. Our villas are fully furnished, managed and staffed to ensure your experience is both unique and relaxing. Whether for a family or group, large or small, we have the ideal villas to suit your needs. With years of experience, Exotic Hideaways are pleased to recommend the ideal property and location for your next vacation. On viewing our villas you will experience the elite of Bali’s villa lifestyle."
komodo island & marine park
"The Komodo National Park is one of the worlds most diverse and interesting marine and wildlife parks with a total land area of 75,000 hectares. The Komodo National Park is home to a rare diversity of animals, including a population of the world's largest lizard, the famous Komodo Dragons.
Under the water, experts have come to accept that this world heritage site, the Komodo National Marine Park offers such an inexhaustible array of marine life that they now believe it one of the centres of global marine bio-diversity.
Mangrove forests, seagrass beds, and pristine coral reefs are among the most important habitats at the Komodo National Park. Komodo offers world class scuba diving in a staggering variety of sites with walls, coral gardens, pinnacles, drop offs as well as quiet bays and inlets for macro photographers seeking rarely seen critters."
About INDONESIA - Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com - Indonesia
"The word of Indonesia comes from Greek, which are Indos; means India; and Nesos, means islands. So, the word of Indonesia has actually explained that Indonesia is an archipelago. Indonesia has a total of 17508 islands, where only about 6000 islands that has been inhabited. There’re five main (biggest) islands in Indonesia, they’re Kalimantan Island with total width of 539.360 km2; Papua Island with total width of 421.981 km2; Sumatera Island with total width of 473.606 km2s; Sulawesi Island with total width of 189.216 km2; and Java Island with total width of 132.187 km2. One of the most worldwide well-known islands in Indonesia is Bali Island, which is also known as The Gods Island. However, Bali is only one of so many small islands in Indonesia.
Provinces
Indonesia is divided into 33 provinces, they are: Nanggroe Aceh Darusalam, North Sumatera, West Sumatera, Bengkulu, Riau, Riau Islands , Jambi, South Sumatera, Lampung, and Bangka Belitung Islands, all of them are spread out along Sumatera Island area; in Java Island there Jakarta Special Capital Region, West Java, Banten, Central Java, Yogyakarta Special Region, and East Java; in Kalimantan Island there’re West Kalimantan, Central Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, and East Kalimantan; in the Nusa Tenggara area there’re Bali, West Nusa Tenggara, and East Nusa Tenggara; in Sulawesi Island there’re West Sulawesi, North Sulawesi, Central Sulawesi, South Sulawesi Selatan, South East Sulawesi, and Gorontalo; last, in Maluku and Papua islands there’re, Maluku, North Maluk, West Papua, and Papua.
Climate
The position of Indonesia which lies on the equator line brings tropical climate to Indonesia. There’re two seasons in Indonesia, rainy season and dry season. Normally, the dry season happens through out June to September and the rainy season trough out December to March. However, the global warming has changed the season’s period in Indonesia become uncertain recently. The heaviest rainfall normally happens in December and January. Even in the rainy season the temperature in Indonesia would be around 21o Celcius (70o Fahrenheit) to 33o Celcius (90o Fahrenheit).
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Bali Boutique Resort Hotel, Kuta Bali Beach Front Resort Hotel | Kuta Seaview Boutique Resort & Spa
"Kuta Seaview Boutique Resort & Spa Bali is strategically located on beach front of the long golden sand of Kuta beach, well known for its surfing and for its magnificent sunsets, provides everlasting bliss for those craving for the perfect holiday under the sun.
Kuta Seaview Boutique Resort & Spa Bali is set amongst tropical gardens with 80 comfortable guest rooms, with a choice of Deluxe Room, Lanai Deluxe Room, Lanai Deluxe Garden, Lanai Deluxe Seaview, and the Premiere Deluxe Suite, which is furnished with modern Balinese décor and has its own private balcony.
Our beach front Restaurant, ROSSO VIVO Dine & Lounge offers Italian and International cuisine and overlooks the Kuta beach, next to the swimming pool area within a few steps to the beach."
Hard Rock Hotel Bali,hotels in Kuta,Indonesia
"Location.
Hard Rock Hotel Bali is located on the beach in Kuta, close to Kuta Beach, Jimbaran Beach, and Bali Blast Monument. Other points of interest near this hotel include Waterbom Park and Segara Beach.
Hotel Features.
Hard Rock Hotel Bali's restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A swim-up bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge are open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, a health club, a sauna, and a fitness facility. Spa amenities include massage/treatment rooms, beauty services, and a hair salon. This 4.0-star property offers small meeting rooms, secretarial services, and audio-visual equipment. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. This Kuta property has event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, and a ballroom. The property offers an airport shuttle (surcharge). Business services and tour assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include valet parking, a concierge desk, and an arcade/game room."
INDONESIA TRAVEL GUIDE - Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com, Reference and Guides to Travel in Indonesia
"The objective of building this website is to provide complete references before or when you travel to Indonesia. One day when we planned to do some traveling in Indonesia, which is our own country, we found that it was so difficult to get the information we required as a guide to do the traveling. Based on that experience we decided to build Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com. We hope that Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com would help anybody (either you’re foreigner or Indonesian citizen) who plan to travel Indonesia, who may need information as a reference and guide to travel in Indonesia.
At the moment the information provided at Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com might be limited to certain places only. However, our objective and our commitment are to provide travel information as complete as possible. Hence, you could expect that when you come back again to Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com next time, you should see new information about traveling in Indonesia.
We wish and would be very glad if you could feel the benefit from browsing Indonesia-Travel-Guide.com. Happy reading, happy browsing, take your time, and come back again next time to see new information.
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Indonesia Tour Operator, Bali - Jakarta Tour Operator, Java Overland Tours, Trip to Toraja Sulawesi
"Komodo Tour 2 Days
Pick up from your hotel in bali,transfer to the airport ,leaving for Labuan Bajo. Upon arrive, you'll be welcoming by our local representative,then By Ac car,transfer to the harbour,on board to Rinca Island with a motorized wooden boat.Enjoy the day sailing while having lunch.Its takes two hours to reach the island.On arrived at the purposed island You'll be accompanied by a local ranger ,then starting to explore the Island, see the activities of the Giant Lizards Komodo Dragon"






