The island of Bali is compared to other islands in the Indian Ocean quite small , but it is among the largest island nation of Indonesia. Since 1949, Bali is officially part of the archipelago , and has since gained even more importance. Bali is also regarded as the westernmost small Sunda Islands and is located between the Indonesian islands of Java and Lombok . Since Bali is thereby only a few miles away from the Malay Peninsula and the mainland , there is here a similar flora and fauna, as in the rest of the Asian continent . But even below the island between Bali and Lombok runs the Wallace line . This describes the bio-geographical dividing line between Asian and Australian flora and fauna. Bali's neighboring island of Lombok therefore has an almost completely different flora and fauna, although this is also just a few miles away. However, a fixed separation created by the depth of the sea at the Wallace Line , which itself could not overcome nature. Anyone who is planning a trip around Bali , should therefore expect Asian climes and especially to adjust to the many mountains because most of them are of volcanic origin . The fact that Bali is located on two tectonic plates , which was to move into each other created an entire volcanic line , which even today is preparing the population by huge eruptions problems. Meanwhile, however, could bring the problem under control , the volcanic eruptions, while still on the lookout warnings should be kept .
Nature on the tour Bali
Who still dares to near the volcanoes, is rewarded with gigantic impressions. The highest of these volcanoes is Gunung Agung , which means as much as Big Mountain . He is not only the highest mountain on the island , but is also often referred to by the people as the seat of the gods. The fauna of Bali is still species-rich and consists mainly of various species of monkeys , snakes and lizards. The unique Bali Tiger is extinct since the 40s and even in zoos are no longer living specimens . Yet nature is still almost untouched and should therefore be treated with a tour Bali with the highest carefulness .
Discover during a tour Bali
For several years, Bali is a popular destination among travelers , so the former tip quickly became a blockbuster. Nowadays, often traveling to Bali are offered , but most are limited only to the coastal areas with the large hotel complexes created for tourists and the ancient charm of Bali is increasingly pushed to the background. This Bali has much more to offer than just sun, beach and sea. For a round trip to Bali and the hidden places of the island can explore and leave so special impressions.
Also the food in Bali designed as a religious challenge . In most cases, a victim is brought before the intake of the food . Main course and indispensable part of all food is rice. Although in Bali even grow potatoes and cassava , this never replace the popular travellers . For the Balinese rice is so essential that even in fast food restaurants is served to guests instead of fries. These are served only on request . By sailors from all over the world, various spices could sneak into the kitchen of Bali , which refine the food of the Balinese . Do not be during your holiday in Bali about the arrangement of the food on the table surprised because everything is served at once . Here no distinction between appetizer, main course and dessert , but eat exactly when you want to eat it . So the holiday in Bali even designed a culinary variety.
Holiday experience in Bali
In general, you can call the Balinese people as highly religious. Almost any everyday situation runs without religious background. This Bali , along with India , Nepal and Mauritius, the only region with a Hindu majority. The force exerted here Hindu Dharma religion affects around 90 % of the population . Bali is a world by the nickname "Island of a Thousand Temples " known , because every community has at least three temples . These are composed of the Puseh Pura ( temple origin ) , Pura Desa Temple ( grand council ) and the Pura Dalem ( temple of death ) . In many communities, and Puseh Pura Pura Desa are merged in a large temple complex . Besides these main temples that are accessible to each member of the community , each house has also its own temple. Also at prominent points , small temples stand , such as at road junctions or banyan trees. Often just a victim here but stock is laid down , sometimes even can consist of a single stone, as you will see during your holiday in Bali. Religion plays a very important role , which is never stored in the everyday life of the Balinese. Prayer is living in Bali, where the gods are still revered and natural events are due to this .
