Bali is an amazing place to spend your vacation. It has been a famous tourist destination since the 1960s. Here are some great facts about Bali that you will look forward to seeing while there.
Facts about Bali:
Agung Volcano – This is actually considered the spot that is most sacred in Bali. All Bali temples have been built facing it and the Balinese do their best to sleep with their heads facing the volcano. It is an active volcano that still belches out ash and smoke.
The Bamboo Chocolate Factory – This factory is made entirely of Bamboo and was opened in the year 2011. The chocolate factory was built close to Ubud and offers tourist tours. If you will be in Ubud or Denpasar, it is a must visit.
Black sand – Majority of the sandy beaches in Bali have white sand, but if you visit the volcanic beaches you will get to see the black sand phenomenon. Since the sand tends to absorb heat, it is difficult to walk on it bare foot in the heat of the day.
Kopi Luwak – This coffee is made from civet excrement and is the most expensive around the world. One cup of coffee can cost as much as 50 dollars. It is produced in Bali, Java, Sulawesi and Sumatra. The name Kopi Luwak is what the beans collected from civet droppings are called.
Tourism Dependence – eighty percent of the economy of Bali is dependent on tourism. It is a country that is widely visited by people from all around the world. They offer cheap yet exotic holidays.
Nyepi day – This is a day of silence. It is only celebrated in the island nation of Bali. On this day, there is no work, no noise and no travel allowed. The entire island simply comes to a standstill.
First names – The Balinese are not creative when it comes to first names. Most people are usually named Wayan – first born, Made – second born, Nyoman – third born or Ketut – fourth born. These names are used by both males and females.
Babies – Infants are not allowed to even touch the ground before they attain the age of three months. Until then, they are literally carried everywhere. The rite of passage from adolescence to being an adult is tooth-filing, a ritual that is said to rid the person of evil forces and to make him or her beautiful.
Language – There are more than 580 languages as well as dialects spoken in Indonesia with Malay being the official language.
Hinduism – They use a caste system that is slightly modified in that they do not have untouchables. Different castes intermarry and socialize as well.
That’s all facts about Bali, ready to explore this Island of Gods? Book and stay while you come to Bali, our staff will be happy to give you more information about Bali.