Travel
To Bali, Indonesia by Criss Lee
Traveling to Indonesia is
definitely a trip you will never forget. Plan for a long ride to get there,
as it is a 31 hour flight from New York. Bali is a wonderful area with
an array of fun filled activities to choose from. It is the main tourist
area of Indonesia.
The people of Bali are very
friendly, and enjoy having visitors come to their area. Many speak English
to interact with tourists. They have chosen to preserve their culture for
all to see rather than change it to become like other countries. The beaches
are a main attraction with surfing being one of the most popular activities.
Others enjoy renting a boat for the day to relax on the open waters.
Lodging in Bali ranges from
small bungalows to huge fancy hotels, all with basic accommodations to
meet the needs of tourists. The view from your hotel will be wonderful
because of the rich beauty of the area regardless of where you choose to
stay.
The people of Bali are very
artistic. They enjoy painting, weaving, carving, basket making, and other
arts. Children are taught art from a very early age. They often display
their makings to sell to the tourists.
Temples are a main attraction
in Bali. They are called Pura. The temples provide an opportunity to explore
religion and art of the culture. The people of Bali are still very religious,
and it is very important that those visiting the Temples show respect for
their religious beliefs.
Art galleries exhibit creative
and attractive art work to view. Wildlife and nature reserves are popular
in Bali. Many people go to get a glimpse of the very dangerous Komodo Dragon,
a large lizard that is found only in the area and is extinct. The rare
Java tiger is also displayed.
There are more than 400 volcanoes
in Indonesia, 128 are still active. They offer a historical view of this
natural creation to observe. Botanic Gardens are also a very popular attraction.
Displaying flora and fauna as well as promoting conservation, people are
drawn to the beauty of such attractions.
While Indonesia is a beautiful
and serene place to visit, it is strongly advised at this time to be cautious
with such visits due to the possibility of terrorist attacks.
If you do choose to travel
to the area do not travel alone and make sure you have registered with
the US Embassy.
About the Author: Criss
manages Travel Asia and Angkor Wat.Criss is also the author of Asia Travel
Guide.
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