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Bali, the famed Island of the Gods, stakes a serious claim to be
paradise on earth. Landscape of hills and mountains, rugged coastlines and sandy beaches, lush rice terraces and barren volcanic hillsides.
A colorful, deeply spiritual and unique culture. An island of Indonesia, Bali is home to friendly
and remarkably artistic people living amid
breathtaking panoramas.
Terraced rice fields
dominate the countryside, with rivers and
streams dissecting a luscious green landscape,
filling the air with enchanting sounds of running
water. The island of Bali is divided by a string
of impressive volcanoes running almost through
its center, and shrouded in mystery and magic.
Local art and culture are infused with
Bali's unique form of Hinduism, with elements
of folklore unique to the island. Immerse
yourself in the culture, or just relax on the
beach and soak up the sun
Facts about Bali:
- Population: over 3,551,000
- The overwhelming majority of Balinese are Hindus
- Farming (rice) has been the primary way of living in Balinese life.
- Life in Bali is very communal under the organization of villages
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