Introduction

Bali is one of thousand of island constituting the Indonesia Archipelago that has long been renowned as an eminent tourist destination In South Pacific or Even In The World. Many names has been given to this beautiful island, like ; The Last Paradise on Earth, Morning of the World, and still so many other names.

The island covers an extent of 5,632,86 square kilometers, consisted of mountain range stretches from the West tip to the Eastern with Mt. Agung, considered as the holiest by the Balinese, as the highest peak

The volcanic range divides the island into two part of plain which are constantly cultivated with rice as the staple crop. About 70 % of the whole extent is agricultural ground, while the other part of 22 % consist of forest and only a little part or about 8 % uncultivated.

IIt has for centuries lured visitors from various countries with its exotic and vibrant culture, natural scenic beauty, and the friendly smiles of the people.

The stronghold of their traditions and belief based on Hinduism has dotted the island with ancient remains, ornately sculptured temples or holy places and this maybe the main factor to keep away any of the negative outside influence.

To the wide variety of landscape and marvelous panorama, the Balinese add their colorful festivals, ritual ceremonies, traditional music and dances and no wonder if tourism plays significant role as a source of income within the national economic development.e.
   
A vibrant culture, unique arts and ceremonies, a friendly people and scenic beauty make Bali an island almost unreal in today's changing world and is therefore the main destination for pleasure tourists to Indonesia. Bali's international airport, Ngurah Rai, is the nation's eastern gateway, served by numerous international airlines and charter flights.

Sanur and Kuta are located on the eastern and western coasts of the southern part of the island. The Nusa Dua peninsula on the southern tip is still growing as a tourist resort Bali's culture is based on its unique form of Hinduism called "Hindu Darma" which has been retained after the Islamization of Java, since then developed through the centuries. Though the caste system is observed, it is notas rigid as in India. Religion is the source of traditional customs in family

and community life. Its influence is also strongly felt in the arts. With a completely different lifestyle from the rest of Indonesia, the Balinese have managed to preserve their culture despite the overwhelming foreign influences brought by the increasing number of visitors.

Bali's "rajas" and princes were deprived of their kingdoms by the colonial government in the early part of this century, but many of them still own their palaces and are respected as patrons of the arts. The classical dance drama is based on the old Hindu epics of the Ramayana and the Mahabarata, or on local folklore (such as Barong dance).

The island of Bali is mountainous in the center with a cluster of volcanoes of which one is the active Mount Agung and considered sacred. Terraced rice-fields dominate the landscape, with small streams bringing water for irrigation.

The attraction of Bali is its unique art and culture. It almost seems that every person is an artist in some form, whether it is painting, weaving, carving, basketry, etc., or even in decorations which are done at many shrines in public areas, on roads, paddy fields or in homes. Villagers spend their free time in these arts which are taught from a very young age.

The soul of the Balinese is in his religion, so it finds its expression in the arts. A friendly people, the Balinese who are more exposed to international tourists, generally speak more English than people in other parts of Indonesia. Keeping pace with the number of visitors and the need for their accommodation, more hotels have been built, from small bungalow types for the budget traveler to the luxurious Nusa Dua tourist resort area. Water sports have gained in popularity : surfing on Kuta, wind surfing at Sanur, sailing and scuba diving at several other tourist parts.