Bali Tourist Information

BALI ISLAND OF GODS AND DEMONS
Now I'll write about Bali Tourist Information, and I hope this information will be helpful for you, especially if you want to go to Bali. Bali is so unique with its magical and mythical features. The exotic culture and people, altogether with various volcanic lakes, beautiful rice terraces and beaches, primeval palaces and temples, amazing architecture, dances and religious festivals bring Bali as a powerful attraction to the ancient and modern synthesize.

LOCATION
Bali is one of more than 18 thousands island in Indonesia. It is located between the two islands Java & Nusa Tenggara, between 8 03 40 8 degree South latitude and 114 25 & 115 42 40 degree East longitude.

Bali has 5.632,86 square kilometers of land. The total population is approximately 3.2 million people.

Standard time zone is UTC/GMT + 8 hours.

REGENCIES
As a part of 30 provinces in the Republic of Indonesia, Bali is divided into 8 regencies ( Badung, Gianyar , Tabanan , Bangli , Karangasem , Jembrana , Buleleng and Klungkung, 1 municipal city (Denpasar), 51 districts and 666 administrative villages. Denpasar is the capital city of Bali province.

In the Balinese tradition, Mount Agung is the main direction. It is regarded as North (Kaja), and South (Kelod) is represented by the sea. That is why the “south” of Buleleng is the reverse of ‘south” in Badung. In the Hindu’s point of view, the north direction as represented by the mount is the sacred place, while the southern direction is considered as the insulted place.

In the division of area, it is analogized the anatomy of the body: head, body and legs as utama (main), madya (medium) and nista (insult). Therefore, the holy place is located in north edge, in the middle as a place of residence and in the south as place of cemetery. Even, for sleeping, head is faced to north or east and legs are directed to south or west.

THE PEOPLE
In Bali Tourist Information also important for you to know about a little bit about Balinese People. Among the 250 ethnic groups in Indonesia, Balinese people are known as 95% Hindus. This religion was originated from India, passing through Sumatera and Java. The history mentioned that all Hindu aristocrats and the ordinary people ran to Bali after the Majapahit’s fall. In this run, they brought along the religion, literature, tradition and arts. Despite of Hindu majority, there are also other religions in Bali, such as Moslem, Christianity, and Buddhism. They live side by side and in a harmony. There’s no religion’s or ethnics’ conflict. With the population of approximately 3 millions, most Balinese live in the southern part. This is where many stunning resorts located, such as Kuta, Nusa Dua and Sanur. The Balinese are also known as creative people. It is proven by so many artistic creativities in the paintings, wood carving, gold and silver smith, dances, handicraft and religious offering. There are also some original Balinese communities, which are commonly called as Bali Aga, in Tenganan or Trunyan.

CLIMATE
Bali has tropical climate all year with two different seasons namely dry season from April to October and wet season from November to March. The average temperature hovers around 30 degrees Celsius year-round. The average yearly rainfall between 893,4 mm till 2702,6 mm with average humidity is 79%.
Bali Weather

POPULATION
Bali has 5.632,86 square kilometers of land.
The total population is approximately 3.021.247 people.


IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS Immigration Offices:

Jl. D. I. Panjaitan, Niti Mandala, Complex Renon – Denpasar
Phone : (62 361) 238 168
Ngurah Rai Airport Complex, Tuban, Kuta
Phone : (62 361) 751 038

Regarding to the custom regulations, for per adult it allows alcoholic beverages up to one litter, 50 cigars or 100 gram of tobacco, 200 cigarettes, and a reasonable amount of perfume. The radio, typewriter, car, photographic, video and film equipment are allowed under the circumstances that they are recorded in the passport on entry and taken out on departure. While the most strictly prohibited items are narcotics, TV, sets and Chinese medicines, and arms and ammunition. Fresh fruit, animals and plant are allowed after they pass the Quarantine Office.


BANK & MONEY EXCHANGE
Most foreign currencies are very easily changed at money changers, banks, or hotels. Indonesian Banking hours are from 8.00 am to 02.00 pm from Mondays to Fridays, and from 8.00 am to 11.00 am on Saturdays. Bank in Hotels usually stay open longer hours while Money Changers are generally open till evening. ATM is available in many places, provides VISA, MASTER, ALTO and more.


MEDICAL SERVICES & HOSPITAL
Hospitals and Health Centers staffed by well trained doctors and medical-assistants are available in major tourist resort and the Provincial Capital. Public Health Centre is also available at every Sub district unit.

CONTACT NUMBERS
Police : 110
Ambulance : 118
Fire Department : 113
SAR : 115/151/111

TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
For Bali Tourist Information, I'd like you to know that Bali now is linked via satellite to all major countries in the world and to make an International call can be made from any private house, business center, hotel telephone, or "Wartel" (Telecommunication Counter). Internet is also can be reached at many "Warnet" (Internet Counter).

For local and international phone and fax service look out for a sign like this: Int'l Direct Dialing 001 or 008 + country code + area code + local telephone number. Int'l Direct Inquiries : 102, 101
Local Inquiries : 147
Operator Assisted : 110/104