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Geographically, Bali lies between the island of
Java and Lombok and is one of more than 17,000 islands that makes
up the Indonesian archipelago. Bali is small stretching approximately
140 km from east to west and 80 km from north to south. Slightly
off center and running east to west are a string of volcanic.
Lying just 8 degrees south of the equator, Bali boast at tropical
climate with just two seasons, wet and dry, a year and average annual
temperature 28 C degrees.
The Balinese people have strong spiritual roots and despite the
large influx of tourists over the years, their culture is still
very much alive. The main religion is Agama Hindu, which arrived
in Bali with spread of Hinduism through Sumatra and Java during
11th century.
Naturally creative, the Balinese have traditionally used their talents
for religious purposes and the most of the beautiful work to be
seen here, has been inspired by stories from Ramayana, Mahabratha
and other Hindu epics.
The incredibly colourful cremation pyres and the everyday offering
to Gods, placed inside every shop and business are made with an
eye for detail and beauty.
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