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The island of Bali is part of the Republic of Indonesia, the largest archipelago in the world with over 18000 islands. It is located east of the island Java.
Bali is one of the most beautiful islands in Asia surrounded by beautiful coral reefs spectacular landscapes with rivers and mountains and many rice terraces that can be found up to the peak of the volcanic mountains.
More than 3 million people live in this archipelago working and living in the true Asian spirit, most of them following religion called Hindu-Darma (a mix between budhism and hinduism).
The capital city of Bali is Denpasar and it is also the biggest city in Bali with a population of 300.000. The people here are extremely meticulous and well organized. Every activity is carefully planed and completed as fast as possible. No wonder that Indonesia is economically one of the fastest growing regions in the world. Some of the islands have mobile phone access and wireless internet.
Bali is a beautiful region not only thanks to the climate and the natural beauties but also for the splendid combination of 2 Asian religions, cultures thus creating a unique brand o people and splendid architecture that can be found here.
Hinduism spread to Bali between the VIII-XI th century when the nearby island of Java was lead by hinduists. In the XI th century Bali becomes part of Java. Between the 15 th and 16 th century islam is introduced to the people of Bali by muslim merchants. Many priest, teachers politicians flee to Bali the XVI th century when the Majapahit empire falls thus forming a unique mix between hinduist and budhist culture.
The Dutch are the first Europeans to come in contact with Bali in the year 1597. Durring the second world war the Japanese take over Indonesia and in 1950 Bali becomes part of the Republic of Indonesia.
Nowadays Bali is a select destination where tourists can go to admire beautiful architecture, splendid landscapes or just relax in the sun.
Popular places to visit are: The port of Padangbai where the Dutch first landed. Nowadays the port is the main hub for traveling to the other islands and it is filled with yachts and fishing ships. Near the village of Padangbai one of the most beautiful beaches in the world can be found.
The Hall of Justice (Kerta Gosa) is a beautiful and tipical building architurely painted in the specific style of the region.
Panelocan is a city situated near an active volcano called Batur. This is also a popular tourist destination.
Bali is a paradise that has witnessed extraordinary economical growth in the past years and an explosion in tourism. It is truly one of the marvels of Asia worth visiting as many times as possible.

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