Bali is one of more than 17.000 islands of Indonesia which makes up the largest archipelago in the world. A volcanic chain of mountains stretching across the island with deep ravines and rivers. The mountains with their considerable cooler climate to the plain is the heard of farming for fruit and vegetable and many rice terraces flourish. View the spectacular rice field which are exquisitely carved into hills and valleys sparkling with water vividly green or golden brown.
Almost 85 % of Balinese are Hindus with Cristian, Buddhist and Moslem making up the remaining 15%. Bali Hinduism is at least 3.000 years old and is an interpretation of religious ideas from China, India and Java. The Balinese have strong animist beliefs and spirits dominate their daily life which include daily offerings of fruits and flowers to appease angry deities. Every village has three big temples dedicated to three manifestation of the almighty God those are; The God of creator ( Brahma ), The God for preserver ( Wisnu ), and The God of destroyer ( Ciwa ). Numerous colorful temple ceremonies take place throughout the year.Balinese have their own language ' Bahasa Bali '. Bahasa Indonesia is their National language, English is mostly understood in tourist areas. The daily temperature ranges between 23oC to 30oC, depending on the time of year, similar to the Rest of Indonesia, there are two seasons in Bali. The rainy season from October to March and the dry season from April to September. The lowest humidity is around 60% from July to September. The best rate of exchange is from the bank. Although money changers are very competitive. Money aurantscan also be changed at your hotel reception desk but the rates are often lower than money changers. Normal banking hours are 08.30 a.m to 02.30 p.m Monday to Friday and 08.30 a.m to midday an Saturday, money changers are usually open until 06.00 p.m or later.Personal check quest are almost never accepted. The major credit cards ( American Express. Dinner club, Visa, Master card ) are generally accepted by hotels, large restaurant and shops. Restaurants and shop may ask you to pay a 3% surcharge if you want to pay by credit card. Leave your valuable belongings, tickets, passport, money, in the hotel. Safety deposit boxes are available in your room or at the front desk.
Almost 85 % of Balinese are Hindus with Cristian, Buddhist and Moslem making up the remaining 15%. Bali Hinduism is at least 3.000 years old and is an interpretation of religious ideas from China, India and Java. The Balinese have strong animist beliefs and spirits dominate their daily life which include daily offerings of fruits and flowers to appease angry deities. Every village has three big temples dedicated to three manifestation of the almighty God those are; The God of creator ( Brahma ), The God for preserver ( Wisnu ), and The God of destroyer ( Ciwa ). Numerous colorful temple ceremonies take place throughout the year.Balinese have their own language ' Bahasa Bali '. Bahasa Indonesia is their National language, English is mostly understood in tourist areas. The daily temperature ranges between 23oC to 30oC, depending on the time of year, similar to the Rest of Indonesia, there are two seasons in Bali. The rainy season from October to March and the dry season from April to September. The lowest humidity is around 60% from July to September. The best rate of exchange is from the bank. Although money changers are very competitive. Money aurantscan also be changed at your hotel reception desk but the rates are often lower than money changers. Normal banking hours are 08.30 a.m to 02.30 p.m Monday to Friday and 08.30 a.m to midday an Saturday, money changers are usually open until 06.00 p.m or later.Personal check quest are almost never accepted. The major credit cards ( American Express. Dinner club, Visa, Master card ) are generally accepted by hotels, large restaurant and shops. Restaurants and shop may ask you to pay a 3% surcharge if you want to pay by credit card. Leave your valuable belongings, tickets, passport, money, in the hotel. Safety deposit boxes are available in your room or at the front desk.
