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Le Gamelan de Bali : L'Âme Musicale d'une Île Sacrée

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  Le gamelan balinais est l'une des plus belles expressions du patrimoine culturel mondial. Avec ses sonorités envoûtantes, ses rythmes dynamiques et son harmonie unique, il reflète la richesse artistique et spirituelle de Bali. Bien plus qu'une simple musique, le gamelan est un symbole de tradition, de solidarité et de dévotion, capable de toucher le cœur des publics du monde entier. Véritable trésor vivant, il continue d'inspirer les artistes et de faire rayonner la culture balinaise sur la scène internationale. Le Gamelan Balinais : Entre l’Art de la Scène et la Spiritualité Sacrée Sur l’île de Bali, chaque battement de gong, chaque vibration du métallophone et chaque rythme du kendang racontent une histoire. Le gamelan balinais n’est pas seulement un ensemble d’instruments de musique. Il est le souffle de la culture balinaise, un langage qui unit les êtres humains, la nature et le divin. Depuis des siècles, le gamelan accompagne presque tous les aspects de la vie des Ba...

Bali: Island of Harmony and Beauty

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  Bali's Enchanting Harmony Explore the magical island of Bali, where the beauty goes beyond its picturesque landscapes. Known as the "Island of the Gods," Bali captivates with its rich cultural heritage, expressed through traditional dance, vibrant art scenes, and intricate customs. This Indonesian paradise embraces religious tolerance, with Hinduism coexisting harmoniously alongside other faiths.   Bali's breathtaking natural beauty, from lush jungles to pristine beaches, complements its commitment to conservation and sustainable tourism. Yet, the true charm lies in the island's strong sense of community, reflected in communal traditions, lively ceremonies, and warm hospitality. Bali is not just a destination; it's a harmonious tapestry of art, spirituality, and community that leaves visitors enchanted and inspired. Bali, known as the "Island of the Gods," is a mesmerizing destination that captivates visitors with its rich cultural tapestry, stunni...

Pura Batu Bolong, a unique temple in heaven

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A hole of the Batu Bolong temple. Image: nanyabali.com Bali has many nicknames such as Bali called "The Last Paradise ", "Bali Island of the Gods"; Bali is also dubbed as the Island of Thousand Temples (Pura).  Pura Besakih is known as the largest temple in Bali, perhaps one of the biggest Hindu temples in the world. If you go to Bali, make sure you visit Besakih and a unique temple, the Pura Batu Bolong. This unique temple can be found on the beach Segara Batu Bolong, in the traditional village of Canggu, North Kuta district, Badung. Batu Bolong temple is facing the sea south of the island of Bali. Distance from Denpasar to the location of the temple about 7 km. From the location of the temple pamedek can witness the beautiful scenery along the coastline in the area of ​​Kuta and the Bukit.

Digital Camera for Holiday

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Are you ready for a real adventure and holiday? Where is your holiday destination in near future? Let's go to Bali, the last paradise on earth.   Bali is the best destination for vacation, scuba diving, honeymoon, night life, outdoor sports, yoga, spa, business conference, and many more. Bring your family to Bali for a fantastic holiday.  Kodak moment with Balinese dancers Vacation in Bali without a digital camera is not a complete holiday. Before you take off with your airplane make sure that your digital camera already in your bag.  Don’t forget to charge your battery and bring two or more extra memory (SD card) so you can take picture more. There are a lot of beautiful view and fantastic attractions in Bali such as performance of Barong dance, Kecak dance and Balinese wedding ceremony,  Balinese temple ritual.

Beautiful temple: Taman Ayun

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If you have a chance to visit Bali, don’t forget to visit a beautiful temple in Bali, Pura Taman Ayun, This temple is one of tourist places and destination in Bali; it is popular with The Temple and beautiful garden. Taman Ayun Temple is a Royal Temple of Mengwi Empire .The temple of Taman Ayun is in Bali's Mengwi district. The name Taman Ayun means "beautiful garden". Taman Ayun Temple is nestled in Mengwi 18 kilometers northwest of Denpasar, Bali. It was probably built in 1634, according to local history this temple was built by I Gusti Agung, the king of Mengwi. Mengwi is derived from the word Arya Menguri, who was the founder of the former capital of Mengwi. Taman Ayun means a beautiful garden in the word, which is suitable for everybody who so desire. It gives comfort and a happy life to all creatures especially to human beings. Taman means pool or flower garden and Ayun means suitable for everybody. The temple and the grounds were restored in 1973. There is a c...

7 Fantastic beaches in Bali

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Bali have many names such as Bali paradise island, Bali Island of the gods, Bali last paradise. Bali is famous as a tourist destination that is recognized by the whole world. Bali famous for its natural beauty and cultural richness that is unique, so was the beach in Bali is also one of the 10 best beaches in the world, where and what are the most beautiful beaches in Bali this? Pantai Padang Bai is located in the port of crossing Bali - Lombok is Padang Bai, the beach is maintained cleanliness and beauty. Divers really like this beach. Because even adjacent to the port but the sea biota are still very well maintained. But careful if you want to dive here, sometimes the current is very fast. You should go to Legian and Seminyak. It is located on the coast north of Kuta beach has the same atmosphere Kuta beach, but beaches at Legian and Seminyak are distinguished by Kuta beach is clean and the atmosphere is not so crowded. Legian and Seminyak beach is a favorite place of my sunset p...

Big Bike Tour in Bali

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--> Stay at home in this weekend? No, you must go out. Bali is the best solution to heal you from daily life pressure. Let’s release the stress in Bali. Feel the warm of friendly smile of the Balinese, enjoy the tasty food, and clean your eyes to see the green view of the woods, blue sky above the horizon of the beaches. Can we find a night life in Bali? Why not?   There are many places in Candi Dasa, Kuta, Seminyak, Legian and Sanur or Ubud to enjoy wine, disco, and other amusing entertainment. There is another fantastic way to enjoy Bali. Ask the receptionist at your hotel that you want to rent a motor bike, so you can ride alone or with your partner. HIMPUNAN MOTOR TUA (HMT) BALI or Classical Motor Bike Club will provide you several of old motor bike made in Germany, British or USA. They will escort you to ride around Bali, so you can see Bali as a real man. Remember Terminator? Wow, you will look a like him, but in Balinese way, because they will give yo...

Sunset in Paradise

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Are you ready to see a spectacular sunset this month? Let’s go to Bali, a real tropical paradise. Bali is world-renowned for its spectacular sunsets. Bali Island is a fantastic and romantic tropical paradise. You can see and enjoy sunset and beautiful sunrise in all seasons in Bali, because Bali is the last paradise on earth. This beautiful picture taken from: https://files.nyu.edu/ag1816/public/nature.html

Trekking in Bali

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Let's trekking in Bali, and enjoy fantastic eco-tourism and green holiday in paradise.  Bali has been the favorite destination for tourists for ages. Full of magnificent beaches, breathtaking landscape, wonderful trinkets and interesting culture. Bali is ideal for people wanting to escape from daily activities, enjoy a honeymoon, or even, have a great time with family and friends. You can enjoy many activities in Bali. One of them is trekking. Bali trekking activities, Amazing adventure into Balinese culture combine with Bali natural landscape like volcano trekking, jungle trekking and rice paddy trekking. Mount Agung or Gunung Agung is a biggest mountain in Bali. Trekking / climbing to Mt. Agung is one of best Bali trekking adventure. Don't forget to enjoy a fantastic trekking in Ubud. Ubud Trekking is a essentially short walk that provides compelling insights into Ubud culture and nature, including a close look at rice terraces / rice paddy farming, ( Subak ) tradition...

Adventure in Nirvana

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If you’re visiting Bali, you don’t have to think about “expensive”. Many “backpackers” can enjoy a long holiday in Bali, sometimes longer than a week. They know how to find a low-budget place to stay, low-budget food, and even low budget to enjoy, such as bicycles and motorbikes. Some hotels — and even some people rent some of their rooms for low budget tourists. If you’re renting someone’s room for a stay, congratulations — you’re in a home stay program. You can find these locations all over Bali; from towns to villages. These people are used to receive backpackers even though they sometimes can’t speak in English fluently. But they know your currency, especially dollars, so don’t worry about payment. If you got some extra cash, you can pick your hotel, from the lowest — I mean lowest — budget to the luxurious five stars . You can even choose the classy and elegant boutique hotels. They are unique to other kinds of hotels, with not many rooms, but real exclusive. You can find these h...

Golf Adventure

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Golf adventure in paradise? Works are for people who don’t play golf. Play golf is for people who don’t go to work. Are you a free this weekend or at the end of this year? If yes, you invited to play golf in Bali. There are many beautiful and challenging golf courses in Bali. You can play in Nusa Dua Resort area, Kuta beach, Jimbaran or Uluwatu. All of them are located in the south of Bali. Sanur, near Denpasar also provide a nice golf course. If you want to play in high place, just go to Bedugul, you will play in Bali Handara, the world champion type golf course, located between three beautiful lakes, Buyan, Tamblingan and Beratan. The climate in Bedugul is cold and calm weather.

Budget Holiday in Style

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If you’re visiting Bali, you don’t have to think about “expensive”. Many “backpackers” can enjoy a long holiday in Bali, sometimes longer than a week. They know how to find a low-budget place to stay, low-budget food, and even low budget transportation to enjoy, such as bicycles and motorbikes. Some hotels — and even some people rent some of their rooms for low budget tourists. If you’re renting someone’s room for a stay, congratulations — you’re in a home stay program. You can find these locations all over Bali; from towns to villages. These people are used to receive backpackers even though they sometimes can’t speak in English fluently. But they know your currency, especially dollars, so don’t worry about payment. If you got some extra cash, you can pick your hotel, from the lowest — I mean lowest — budget to the luxurious five stars hotels. You can even choose the classy and elegant boutique hotels. They are unique to other kinds of hotels, with not many rooms, but real exclusive...

Barong Dance

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Bali is a beautiful tropical island. You can enjoy the nature, food, art and culture. So, don’t forget to attend a great Balinese performance. The Barong Dance is one of the Balinese beautiful dances, funny plus actions and very attractive. "Lord of the forest" and magical protector of Balinese villages, the Barong is a mythical, shaggy half-dog, half-lion creature,awith long mane, fantastic fangs, and bulging eyes. It is propelled by two men who maneuver the costume with whimsical and mischievous movements to express its fun-loving nature. Barong's opponent is Rangda, the evil witch who rules over the spirits of Darkness. The Barong dance epitomizes the eternal struggle between good and evil. The fight of Barong and Rangda is also a topic of traditional narratives performed in temples and takes various forms. The Barong will snap its jaws at the gamelan, prancearound a bit, and enjoy the acclaim of its supporters - a group of kris-wielding men. Then ferocious ...

Fantastic Underwater-World in Bali

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Bali is a beautiful tropical island in Sout East Asia. Discover a fantastic underwater world in Bali, so you can enjoy a real vacation in a tropical paradise. There are many beautiful locations that you can dive. Candi Dasa is one of the best havens to see an extraordinary the deep of Bali sea. Just offshore from Candi Dasa is tiny Tepekong, a little outcrop that offers some spectacular diving. The coral walls are steep, the water is cold, and the current can be strong. But for an experienced diver, drifting with a 3 knot current through The Canyon offers an unforgettable underwater experience. If you have an extra times don’t forget to dive in Amed because Amed is a perfect place for those wishing to get right away from it. Amed is a very slow paced village where technology hasn't caught up. There are a number of dive sites in the area that offer some nice drop offs with good coral and diver fish. Most of the diving is done out of local boats, however shore diving is available...

Weekend in Paradise

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Where are going this weekend? Go to the mall? It’s a good idea, but you’ve already visited your favorite mall almost every day. Let’s decide a different idea. Imagine that you will enjoy the ocean breeze with a candle light in Jimbaran Bay, near Nusa Dua, Bali. Imagine the taste of delicious sea food with a special Balinese recipe. It’s a romantic holiday. Bali is well-known as the last tropical paradise on earth. Art and culture are alive in Bali. Every time you visit this tropical island you’ll see cultural and ritual activities. Balinese music, dance, painting, handicrafts, t-shirts, and other Balinese souvenir are very attractive. A night life in Bali is amazing and amusing. Just go to Seminyak and Kuta Beach, where you can enjoy wine, disco, live music, or just watch the sunset in Kuta Beach. Another place to enjoy a beautiful sunset is in Pura Tanah Lot, Tabanan. Don’t worry about accommodation. Bali is a large resort in the world. There are ma ny cozy hotels, small and ...

Romantic Honeymoon in Paradise

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A marriage is full of joy, love, and it’s also a holy event when a couple unites. If you’re thinking of a honeymoon, that’s a great idea. There’s no point in staying home for a honeymoon! There’s a lot of places to see in the world, and also ideal for honeymoon. So, if you haven’t decided yet, prepare yourself and your spouse to go to a tropical island that has been The Last Paradise, Bali. The weather is very friendly, and Bali also has many beautiful places. If you go to the travel agent, you can ask about what kind of hotel or villa you like. Make sure you ask what kind of sensation you want. There’s a calm and relaxing atmosphere in the villages, a bustling atmosphere in the bustling cities, and also a mix of both. You can also take the mountains, the lakes view, the villages, the beaches, and so many more.

Holiday in All Seasons

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Bali is the best island resorts in the world. If you have the opportunity to travel to the island of Bali, you will discover the island is very unique. The nature of the people and the island itself is friendly to the visitors. They are friendly and tolerance to foreigners. If the Balinese see you’re just wearing bikini on the beach they do not complain as long as you do not walk naked in public area. Most Balinese are Hindu, but you will find that Hinduism in Bali a little different than in India or other country. Hinduism in Bali is blend with local wisdom and the old tradition. Balinese Hindu lives in harmony with the followers of other religions, including the Christians, Buddhists, Moslems, and others. That’s why a lot of foreigner chooses Bali as a place to live for a long time in the island. The harmonious blend of the inherited culture of Hindu and Majapahit Java finally forms special characteristics for Bali’s community and culture without losing the touch of local cultur...