Bali Travel News Vol XVII No 16

Aug. 28 - Sept. 10, 2015 | Rp 7.500

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BeingSattvaa Offer the Four Pillars of Wellness eingSattvaa Retreat Villa has been set up with the notion of letting you immerse yourselves in an authentic wellness experience – it is not a typical vacation spa or resort – it is much more, whether you are here for a short stay or a week or a fortnight, you can immerse yourself in our magical realm and feel the difference, located in the middle of traditional KenderanVillage compound, is just 15 minutes’ drive to centre of Ubud, a perfect place to do retreat and relaxation.

“The Resort is owned by Local and managed by The Local Balinese Management “Puri Management International” who fully committed to running a company in a tourism based on Sustainable Tourism with the aim to preserve nature, enrich the local cultural and encourage the community for prosperity. This concept is referred to traditional Balinese philosophy “Tri Hita Karana” ; living in harmony between human with human, human with environment and human with spiritual sense.” said Wayan Duartha.S.S,M. Par President Director of Puri Management -Puri Resorts Bali.

While corporate Director of Sales & Marketing Puri Resorts Management I Ketut Budi Setiawan stressed that, “BeingSattvaa has a tropical Balinese garden full of lush green foliage and natural landscapes.

There are three things that make it

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a Balinese garden: tropical plants, Balinese style of lanterns that are throughout the garden, and the pavilions that are situated at the edge of the garden.”

BeingSattvaa retreat is offering 9 (nine) unique Suite Room overlooking to lush tropical garden and forest, 3 (three) Duplex Pavilion Two Bed Room, 2 (two) unit One Bed Room Joglo (Javanese traditional house) style and 1 (one) Three Bed Room Villa overlooking to the nature of rice paddies and natural tropical garden and forest with dining room and kitchen, entertainment lounge with flat screen television and IPod Doc.

As added value of this Resort is Kidney-Shaped Overflow Swimming Pool A beautiful undulating kidney-shaped overflow pool, the Spa, Maya, has two luxurious treatment rooms, each with two spa beds, overlooking the rainforest, where treatments and remedies, based on highly respected traditional treatments - a mix of Balinese and ayurvedic treatments for complete rejuvenation done. All the exotic aromas of spices and fragrant blooms and the gentle sound of music will bathe your senses and lull you into a totally relaxed state,Ida Yulia BeingSattvaa Operation Manager noted. B N (BTN/014)

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BULELENG REGENCY

Bali Foody

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Loteng Sela

A Crispy Snack with Typical Flavor

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hen traveling on the Island of the Gods, try to enjoy the peculiarities of loteng sela (a peanut brittle made from cassava).

This traditional food is a kind of snack having become a favorite for the Hindu community in Bali.

Moreover, farming communities that live in rural areas used to eat rice with side dish like this loteng sela. It is often called crackers or potato chips because it is made from cassava as the main ingredient.

In other areas, this loteng sela

is called peanut brittle. It is oval and thin with the size of about 10-15 cm x 15-20 cm, so that it becomes crispier when being fried. In the 1980s, it was famous snack in Tabanan area.

Children, teenagers and adults made this food as their refreshment enjoyed while chatting in the afternoon until night. Other than being cheap, it is also very easy to get. Virtually all families can make it.

It happens because farmers used to grow cassava other than rice. They prefer to grow this cassava because it can be used to mix with rice for daily

food. Recently, the mixed rice seems to have been abandoned.

People prefer to eat pure rice (rice without mixture). Likewise the cassava starts to be abandoned and people prefer modern instant food.

Children also assume the loteng sela an old fashioned food.

Nevertheless, the loteng sela is still produced by the community so far. It can be found at stalls, food stores and supermarket. It has been served in beautiful plastic packaging and the price is already determined. The main ingredient used is cassava. After being peeled out, it is grated and squeezed to reduce the water content. Its spice consists of garlic, aromatic ginger, turmeric, chili, coriander, chili and salt. For those wishing to get a different taste, it can be added with flavoring to taste.

All the spices are grounded and then mixed together with grated cassava. After that, stir it until finely blended. Put some amount of the batter on a banana leaf pre-smeared with coconut oil and then flattened. Make oval shape and press again and again to make it thinner. Steam and dry under the sun to dry. Having dried out, remove from the banana leaf and fry on preheated pan to be cooked and tasteful. Now, it is ready to be served. B N (BTN/015)

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To Celebrate 70’s National Independence Day, FVS/FXVS Visiting SD 3 Mekarbhuana

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n 13 August 2015 Furama Villas & Spa and FuramaXclusive Villas & Spa(FVS/FXVS) Ubud, holds mentoring of elementary students in SD 3 Mekarbhuana Br. Bindu to celebrate 70’s Indonesian Independence Day intended to spiritualize this students and gives the appreciation for who had achieved a great accomplishment.

The owner of representative of FVS/FXVS Mr. I Gusti Ketut Oka Ardana expressed that punctiliously for the next generation peoples it is a must, we have to pay attention seriously to their provision especially the education, through education our nation may continue own future goals

and life sustainability.

Meanwhile Mr. Wayan Sumandia General Manager of(FVS/ FXVS) stressed that Management of (FVS/FXVS) together with each department representative gives the appreciation in cash

and stationary to all students who had achieved a great value on their accomplishment, gifts was intended to the one who have reached number one, two and three in every grades B N (BTN/014)

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Where To Go . . .

Eka Karya Botanical Garden ka Karya Bali Botanical Garden is TABANAN a large botanical garden located in Rainbow Over Ricelields Tabanan County, Bali. It is the first botanical garden founded by the Indonesian government on July 15, 1959. Its operation is managed by the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), while the organizational structure and development is under the Center for Plant Conservation of Bogor Botanical Garden. At first the Eka Karya Bali Botanical is only intended for conifers.

Along with the development and change of status as well as a broad region, the botanical garden perched on the altitude of 1,250-1,450 meters above sea level is now becoming an ex-situ conservation area for plants of tropical mountains of eastern Indonesia. Originally, the Botanical Garden only spread across 50 hectares, but today it has been expanded to 157.5 hectares. It has several collections of plants grouped based on their kinship. In addition to their collection, the types of plant are also pursued for research and development. Some of the existing collections include the orchids, cactus, fern, bamboo, moss collection, begonia, ritual plant, medicinal plants, aquatic plants and palm.

n the purity of the tradition and in the heart of Bali, was destined to be born Ida-Resi, a Balinese High Priestess, a woman who came to bring change and remind the land and its people of the energies that flow through the land. She came from a traditional Balinese family in the outskirts of the village of Bangli, a peasant family of the land, a family that, as with all the people of Bali, has a magical connection to the divine realms.Her vision is to help the people connect to their heart and as she heals their connection to their roots she removes what keeps them from being whole, complete, in oneness with the love.

Ida-Resi was destined to be a high priestess from a young age and the circumstances and events of her life were miraculous in themselves. From a young age she had the ability to enter into a deep trance during meditation and follow the path of the Saptarishis of old that channeled the Vedas, and found the wisdom. They found the teachings in the truth that resides in the higher realms that are always visible to those who can reach these planes of existence. In the Hindu tradition that is a part of Bali, the Rishis are the speakers of the Higher Truth that has always been.

The truth is not new or spoken, it is just channeled from where it has always been through those that are capable of feeling it. The island of Bali has a long tradition of people who can reach the higher planes and manifest this wisdom. This magic is a part of the roots of the island, and wisdom flows through each person truly making Bali the island of the Gods.

As a young woman the path was written in her heart and her destiny unraveled, following the steps to the source of who she is. The beautiful

love that has been guiding her came into her path fully when she was 19 years old, when during a water purification ceremony she went into the other side and was asked to come back as a Rishi. She was too young, a woman, untrained, and from a family of the land. Yet none of it mattered, because it was a higher destiny that was given to her as a task to serve as a bridge to the divine. She now performs water purification ceremonies for the dozens of people who gather daily to be purified, released of the burdens of karma and life.

It was after this awakening that she became able to naturally bring the mantras, perform the mudras, and allow the energy movement that is a part of the tradition of who she is and of the tradition of the island. Ida-Resi is a conduit for the higher plane to touch the seen, and the function she performs can only be described as holy. She is naturally a holy woman, and the title of Maharishi just confirms what can be felt in everything she does.

Ida, the woman behind the Maharishi is a strong woman, who has the ability to manage daily life for the extended family at the Gryia, helping her family manage a lifestyle that they are not accustomed to. She can be found spending half a day to talk to them through the challenges of life, offering compassion and guidance to all. She is a down to Earth woman who, before her destiny met with her, was dreaming of a normal life, of studying at the university, of a job and of a family. So when people come to her for support and guidance, like a loving mother, she sits with them and allows them to express their concerns. She listens patiently and carefully, with an open mind and an open heart. She carefully speaks words that touch the heart and bring

relief to the mind.

Ida-Resi, even though she is a Maharishi, in the same way she is involved with her family, she allows those people that visit her to approach her openly. People come for a ceremony, or for a day, or even a longer stay. She can address problems that range from pain in the body, to emotional heartache, to worries of life from the mind and the heart. She chooses her words carefully and the words touch the heart. She has a beautiful mastery of the English language that allow for many international visitors to find comfort next to her. She performs the ceremonies daily with whoever comes to see her. Even alone, she would perform the ceremonies anyway, because it is her way of life. Usually though, there are many people flocking around her. She is invited to many locations to offer her blessing and as time passes and her reputation grows, the invitations keep coming. She keeps a simplicity and humility through it all.

As the water is flowing, the purity is reached. The work of Ida-Resi is to use water as a vehicle to purify the heart and then transcendence is reached. Water flows as the energy of the life itself. If the heart is not pure it cannot reach the divine realms, so she purifies us with water. She defines the work that she does as a way to purify the heart so the energy can flow freely. She has the ability to see the impurities that encumber the heart, and in her ceremonies she purifies the heart. She is able to clear the blockages of the heart energetically, so that the sacred is reached.

Also, in a more traditional Balinese fashion, with the assistance of the priests, the Mangkus that surround her, she clears the energies that encumber the people who come to her. BTN (Maria Kellis)

Tabanan Government Tourism, Art and Cultural Office Address; Jl. Gunung Agung No. 1 Tabanan, Ph/Fax. (0361) 811602

Labuan Ampuak KLUNGKUNG Ancient Kingdoms

abuan Ampuak is locatedin Pelilit Hamlet, Atuh Beach and Calung with an altitude of approximately 100 meters above sea level. The almost-perfect concept of natural beauty known as the “Nyegara-Gunung” region offers a beautiful scenery surrounded by: Tunjuk Pusuh Hill, Nyahi Hill, Juntil Hill and others as well as the coastal region called the Titibehu that spreads across the Lombok Strait.

Tourism of Klungkung Regency, Klungkung Goverment Tourism Office : Jl. Surapati No. 3 Semarapura Bali Phone : (0366) 21448

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Regent Cup Buffalo Race Unique Tradition always pleases akepung or the buffalo race -a unique tradition in Jembrana, is always interesting to watch. Virtually every week the community of Jembrana witnesses the race, and yet they never get bored of it. People from outside the region even from other countries have become addicted to the spectacle.

The buffalo race for the Regent Cup that was held at the Delod Berawah circuit, Mendoyo, on Sunday (Aug. 9) is proof. The race was officially opened by the Regent of Jembrana, I Putu Artha, and was attended by thousands of visitors.

People are willing to flock to the circuit and stand from morning until afternoon just to see the watch the buffalo race tourist attraction.

Locals and foreigners mingled as they watched the race. Interestingly, many travelers came to see and take pictures of the race that has been recognized as a national cultural heritage. “It is the greatness of buffalo race. Without being told, people have found out on their own when the race is being held- -such is the greatness of the buffalo race” said the coordinator of the race, I Made Mara.

Indeed, amidst globalization and the onslaught of foreign cultures, the buffalo race has remained entrenched and been made more attractive by members of the local community who dressed the buffalo like Balinese dancers. The jockeys’ seats have also been painted gold and embellished with carvings.

Promotion Section Head of the Jembrana Tourism Office, Komang Hendra, said that although the event is quite costly, it is increasingly popular. Appar-

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Buffalo race is interesting attractive to local people and foreign travelers. ently the buffalo race is deeply rooted in the community, for despite though many external cultural influences, the buffalo race retains its allure. “During the Regent Cup a total of 318 pairs of buffaloes were involved in racing” he said.

Participants are divided into two groups; the West Ijogading block (green) and East Ijogading block (red). Although the West Ijogading has more buffalo pairs (183 pairs) compared to the East Ijogading (135 pairs), East Ijogading ranked higher scoring 38 West Ijogading only gained 21. Regent Putu Artha,

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handed out the cup himself as well as the fund for coaching.

Regent Artha said that increased public interest in the contest this year proves that the buffalo race tradition must be continuously preserved and developed. “The government has an obligation to fully support the community in providing the necessary facilities, such as the circuit, the wantilan hall and stage” he said. After receiving an award from the National Cultural Heritage, the buffalo race has been proposed as a World Cultural Heritage. B N (BTN/015)

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Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary Has New Logo

Tri Hita Karana Concept to Create Harmony and Peace Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary Ubud has a new logo. The logo reflects the character, vision and mission of the tourist attraction in order to compete with the increasingly global competition. “Tight competition among tourist destinations means that we need to gain the trust of visitors as the best tourist attraction.

Thus, we need to project a clear identity” said General Manager of Monkey Forest, I Nyoman Buana.

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very tourist destination, explained Buana, tries to highlight their uniqueness and advantages. The management of the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary therefore sought to discovers and explores creative and innovative ideas from customary residents of Padangtegal as the owners of the attraction, expressed in the design of a logo. “The logo is meant to build a brand identity, so as to promote and market the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary” he said.

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ny and peace for visitors. Monkey Forest which preserves rare and ritual, is also the lungs of the town. “Obviously it also serves as a natural laboratory for educational institution,” he said.

Nyoman Buana added that to come up with the logo for the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary his party organized a logo design contest to find the best design. The logo reflects the personality of the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary with the Tri Hita Karana concept.

The competition held on May 30, 2015 managed to collect 29 logos from participating residents from the Padangtegal customary village as well as students from Udayana

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University, University of Ganesha Education Singaraja, Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar, PGRI Bali Teachers’ Training College and STIKOM Bali.

After a selection process, the jury panel chose 10 nominees.

Ultimately they determined the logo designed by I Gede Suryagiri as the winner. The logo presents an image symbolizing monkeys, and leaves representing the forest with the wording ‘monkey forest’. The name ‘UBUD’ is also incorporated as the location of the site and the color green is used to symbolize the forest and the ecosystem. So, the logo of the monkey forest Ubud is a reflection of three main elements, namely; monkeys, forest and Ubud (location).

The Monkey Forest Ubud is the popular name of the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary that is also used as a brand name in the logo. The ‘monkey forest Ubud’ was selected because the name is already known so it is easy to say, easy to remember, short, precise

and clearly represents a brand (brand of product).

The image of the monkey forest UBUD logo serves as the brand product and location. The wording ‘monkey forest’ using lowercase signifies equality in society as the monkey forest is jointly owned by Padangtegal residents, self-managed by the residents and is a legacy and the asset of the residents. “The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary can become a destination in the mind of travellers and thus will contribute to the advancement of this business for the customary village” he added.

The color of the typeface (font) is grass green to symbolize the flexibility and humility of the local community. The wording UBUD applies uppercase (capitalized) and is meant to confirm that the location of monkey forest is part of the UBUD area, Gianyar, Bali. The unification of the leaf and the monkey image epitomizes the relationship of living beings to nature.

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This is the new logo of the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud.

Five-serrated leaf symbolizes the Panca Sembah worship, namely the relationship between man and God. “The monkey forest UBUD logo looks stylish, modern, contemporary, straightforward and simple but meaningful. The logo is easy to use for a variety of needs, such as paper print media, wood and clothes of all sizes” said Nyoman Buana proudly. B N (BTN/015)

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Reggae Night at Garamerica Restaurant – The Sunset Hotel Bali

Berry Biz as Virtual Office

New features for guests and Business Traveler

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The atmosphere of the Reggae Night at Garamerica Restaurant – The Sunset Hotel Bali re you confused looking for a place to hang out at night? Try to drop in The Sunset Hotel Bali which is located in Dewi Sri Street, Kuta.

Garamerica Restaurant has an eccentric Reggae music program.

While enjoying many kinds of food and beverages, we can enjoy the atmosphere of the night, accompanied by the strains of the reggae music.

The event is held every Friday from 21.00 pm until 23.30 pm.

Not only can the tourists who stay in The Sunset Hotel Bali, but anybody come there to enjoy the

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unique strains of music. The reggae music is played by Kingston Soul Band with their dreadlocked vocalist. The situation in this event would be very crowded, but the security is maintained. So far, the guests who attend, not only who stay in the 77 rooms which this hotel owned, but also enjoyed by the reggae music lovers community in the tourist area of Kuta and Bali in general.

Not only drinks, various mainstay menus which the reastaurant owned is also presented to the visitors. The regular menu which usually ordered is pizza and of

course a suitable menu for gathering with friends. “There were also ordered fried crips duck as well as other menu,” said Yanti Rastiti, the Banquet Sales Executive of The Sunset Hotel Bali.

Yanti Rastiti said, this event has been going on for 4 months and able to become the new music icon in Dewi Sri Street which is still relatively new. “Soon, our restaurant will open all you can eat buffet every Friday from 18.00 pm – 21.00 pm which aims to enliven this event,” added the woman who is friendly with the g uests. B N (BTN/015)

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erry Biz Hotel as the First Creative Business Hotel in Kuta always strive to give the best in facilities and service for the guests to work in the best condition away from their usual office so with this spirit, Berry Biz is introducing their new facilities, Wifi Corner and Virtual Office.

Wifi Corner is a program by Telkom Indonesia throughout cities in Indonesia as the form in educating their market for the need of high speed internet and Berry Biz Hotel was being offered to be one of the WiFi corner spots. Though Berry Biz also known for its free WiFi Service, with various package choices from IDR 5,000 per day, IDR 50,000 per month or IDR 99,000 for 90 days Wifi Corner is beneficial for those who are looking for high speed internet access for their business and personal requirement.

Getting a chance to be appointed as one of the place accessible for WiFI Corner also established Berry Biz Hotel’s reputation as a trendy and comfortable place to either work and hangout because Wifi Corner usually are installed on the area with high crowd flow such as Malls and Restaurants.

With this new facility, Brown and Butter, the 24 hours coffee shop as well as a Co-working space can also be more beneficial for the business guests and the coffee lovers crave for fast internet access and comfortable place anytime of the day.

“Other facility offered by Berry Biz Hotel is Virtual Office, suitable for new entrepreneurs who still do not have any offices and in the need of having address for business activity and document delivery,” explains DiahSuryandari, Hotel Manager of Berry Biz Hotel.

With affordable price, they can also get other additional benefits such as discount for food and beverage, room and meeting pods. Hopefully with these new services, community will be much more aware about Brown and Butter and Berry Biz Hotels and its services. Not only as a hotel, but also to differ Berry Biz as the first creative business hotel in Bali. B N

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Ubud Ubud Hotels Hotels Association Association (UHA) (UHA) R E S O R T

The Ubud Hotels Association (UHA) is a non-profit, non-government organization whose regular membership is comprised primarily of hoteliers with a category of allied members who actively service the hospitality industry. UHA is an active participant in major decision-making bodies affecting the growth development and maintainance of the tourism industry.

Mission You can send us your request or The Ubud Hotels Association will encourage and support the sustainable growth of member hotels through lobbying efforts, comments about Ubud Hotel Association directly to national and international linkages, marketing initiatives and training opportunities. secretary@ubudhotelsassociation.com Object or contact To maintain active partnerships and links both internationally and locally with Government ministries, non-government agencies, associations and individuals to further the improvement of the tourism industry, to be a proactive and reactive The Ubud Village Resort & Spa lobbying force with the Government of Ubud for the benefit of the accommodation sector, to organize and support relevant att : Mr. Adit Pande and affordable workshops, seminars, and training opportunities for the tourism Industry, to organize, facilitate and support Nyuh Kuning Street, Pengosekan Ubud 80571 Bali, Ph. +62 361 978444, Fx. +62 361 971333, productive sales, advertising and marketing opportunities for members through co-operative advertising programs.

E-mail: dos@theubudvillage.com

The Samaya Ubud

Banjar Baung, Desa Sayan - Ubud, Bali Indonesia 80571 Ph: +62 361 973 606 Fx: +62 361 973 610 E: info@thesamayabali.com

Ubud Green

Sriwedari. St, Ubud, 80571 Gianyar, Bali - Indonesia Ph: +62 361 9000555 Fx: (+62) 361 9000550

Penestanan. St, Ubud 80571, Gianyar - Bali - Indonesia Ph : (62) 361 975 719 (62) 361 744 9837 Fx. : (62) 361 975 719 E : info@thesunguresort.com

The Purist Villas & Spa Tirta Tawar. St, Banjar Kutuh Kaja, Ubud-Bali 80571, Ph. +62 361 974454 Fax. +62 361 970949, E. info@thepuristvillas.com

The Royal Pita Maha

Puri Wulandari Boutique Resort & Spa Kedewatan, Ubud Bali, Indonesia Ph: (62.361)980.252 E: reservation@puriwulandari.net

Rama Phala Resort & Spa

Nyuh Kuning .St, Pengosekan 80571, Ubud - Bali, Indonesia.

Ph: +62 (361) 978 444 Fx: +62 (361) 971 333 E: reservation@theubudvillage.com

Pita Maha A Tjampuhan Resort & Spa Jl. Raya Sanggingan PO Box 198 Ubud 80571 – Bali Ph. (62 361) 974330 Fx. (62 361) 974329

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Banjar Laplapan, Ubud Bali 80571 Ph, : +62 361 978666 Fax: +62 361 978222 E: info@naturaresortbali.com

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

Sanggingan Street Banjar Lungsiakan Kedewatan Ubud Gianyar 80571 Ph, +62 361 972448 Fx, +62 361 972449 E, info.uma@ubud.como.biz

Hanoman Street, Ubud, Bali 80571 Indonesia Ph, (+62 361) 972200 E, info@alayaubud.com

Five Elements

Puri Sebatu Resort

Bali Spirit Hotel & Spa

Nyuh Kuning Village Ubud 80571 Bali, Indonesia Ph : (62-361) 974013, Fx : (62-361) 974012 E : info@balispirithotel.com

Mara River Safari Lodge Jl. Bypass Prof. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra Km. 19,8 Gianyar 80551 - Bali - Indonesia Ph: +62 361 751 300 Fx: + 62 361 751 303 E: reservation@marariversafarilodge.com

Alila Ubud Bali

The Chedi at Tanah Gajah

Hotel Tjampuhan Spa Jl. Raya Tjampuhan PO Box 198 Ubud 80571 – Bali Ph. (62 361) 975368 Fx. (62 361) 975137

Campuhan Street, Ubud 80571, Bali, Indonesia Ph : +62 361 975376 E : anandaubud@gmail.com

Elephant Safari Park & Lodge

Elephant Park Taro, Taro Village, Tegallalang, Ubud Bali 80561, Indonesia Ph. +62 361 8988888 Fx. +62 361 8988884 E. info@elephantsafariparklodge.com

Ayung Resort Ubud

Melinggih Kelod Village, Ubud Bali, Indonesia Ph: +62 361 9001333 Fx: +62 361 9001335 E: reservation2@ayungresortubud.com

Jl. Pantai Keramas, Keramas, Gianyar 80361, Indonesia Ph: (+62) 361 3018888 E, info.bali@komuneresorts.com

Jl Goa Gajah, Tengkulak Kaja Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia T, (62) 361 975685 F, (62) 361 975686 E, reservation@thechediclububud.com

Arma Resort

Pengosekan Street Ubud, P.O Box 9696, 80571 Ph. : (0361) 976659

Chapung SeBali Resort & Spa

Jl. Raya Sebali – 80561 Keliki, Ubud, Bali Ph : +62 361 8989102, +62 361 8989103 Fx : +62 361 8989124 E : sales@chapung.com

Kedewatan P.O. Box 7 Ubud, Bali 80571 Ph +62 361 975 478 Fx +62 361 975 079 E, reservation@kupubarong.com

Hanoman Street, Padang Tegal, Ubud Bali 80571 - Indonesia Ph: (+62) 361-971590 Fx: (+62) 361-971589 E: sahadewa@dps.centrin.net.id

Santi Mandala Villa & Spa Br. Bucuan, Ds. Batuan, Sukawati Gianyar - Bali Ph, +62 (361) 297800 E, info@santimandalavilla.com

Bhuwana Ubud

Pengosekan Road, Br Kumbuh, Mas- Ubud Bali 80571 - Indonesia Ph. 0361 971915 0361 9188335

Kayumanis Ubud Private Villa & Spa

Sayan Village, P.O. Box 777 Ubud, Bali 80571, Indonesia Ph, : +62-361 972 777 Fx, : +62-361 972 660 E, : experience@kayumanis.com

Bambu Indah Kamandalu Ubud

Jalan Andong Banjar Nagi Ubud, Bali 80571 Indonesia Ph, +62 361 975825 Fx, +62 361 975851 E, : reservation@kamandaluresort.com

Royal Kamuela Ubud

Monkey Forest Street Ubud - Bali Indonesia Ph: (62-361) 970 099 E: UbudInfo@KamuelaVillas.com

Champlung Sari Hotel Monkey Forest Street, P.O.Box 87 , Ubud 80571 Bali - Indonesia P: +62 361 975418 F:+62 361 975473 E: info@champlungsariubud.com

Tepi Sawah Villas

Jl. Raya Goa Gajah, Br. Teges, Peliatan, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia Ph : 62-361-970388 Fx : 62-361-970377 E : sales@tepisawahvillas.com

The Kayon Resort

Banjar Kepitu DesaTagalalang Ubud Bali 80571 Ph: +62 361 4792553 E: info@thekayonresort.com W: www.thekayonresort.com

Komune Resort

Sahadewa Resort & Spa

Anahata Villas & Spa Resort

Ananda Cottages Ubud

Gunung Sari Peliatan P.O. Box 1001 Ubud Bali 80571 Indonesia Ph. +62 361 977 888 Fx. +62 361 977 555 E. info@mayaubud.com

The Mansion Resort Hotel & Spa

Gaya Fusion

Desa Buahan, Payangan, Bali 80571, Indonesia Telephone : +62 361 982 700 Ph, : +62 811 380 0988 Fax, : +62 361 982 800

Maya Ubud Resort & Spa

Kupu Kupu Barong Resort

Penestanan Street, Sayan, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia Ph: +62 361 972 616 Fx: +62 361 972 632 E: info@themansionbali.com

Br Umah Anyar, Pejeng kaja Tampak Siring, Gianyar 1011 Ubud Bali, Indonesia Ph: +62-361-8987-991,+62-361-7453267 Fx: +62-361-8987-804 E: info@anahataresort.com

Nandini Bali Jungle Resort & Spa

Br. Susut, Desa Buahan, Payangan, Gianyar Bali Ph : +62-361 982 777 Fx : +62-361 982 727 E : info@nandinibali.com

Amandari

Kedewatan, PO Box 33, Ubud 80571 Bali Ph: (62) 361 975 333 Fx: (62) 361 975 335 E: amandari@amanresorts.com

Melinggih Kelod Village Payangan Gianyar, Bali 80572 Indonesia P : +62 361 975 963 F : +62 361 975 968 E : ubud@alilahotels.com

Hanging Gardens Ubud

Banjar Apuh, Desa Sebatu, Tegallalang, Ubud Bali Ph : +62 361 8553331, +62 361 8553332 Fax : +62 361 8553338 E : info@purisebaturesort.com | sales@purisebaturesort.com

Sayan Ubud Bali 80571 Indonesia t, +62 (361) 701010 f, +62 (361) 977588

Furama Villas & Spa

Banjar Bindu, Mambal 8 | Jalan Melati PO. Box 134 - Ubud 80571,Badung, Bali - Indonesia.

Ph: (62) 361 8988 688 Fx: (62) 361 8988 689 E: fxvsubud@furama.com

Puri Ahimsa Banjar Baturning, Mambal, Bali, Indonesia 80352 Ph: +62 361 469 260 Fx: +62 361 469 206 E: contact@fivelements.org

Puri Sunia Resort

Jl. Tirta Tawar, Br. Abangan Ubud Bali 80571 Ph. +62 361 9000508 Fx. +62 361 9000509 E. reservation@purisuniaresort.com

Monkey Forest St, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia Ph : 62 361 975236, Fx : 62 361 975559 E : sales@pertiwiresort.com

Natura Resort & Spa

Uma Ubud

Lanyahan. St, Br Nagi, Ubud, Bali 80571 Indonesia.

Ph: +62 361 971 777 Fx: +62 361 970 777

Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud Bali, Indonesia 80571 Ph : +62 (0)361 979252 / 979253 Fx : +62 (0)361 975895 E: villas@gayafusion.com

Pertiwi Resort and Spa

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Penestanan. St, Ubud 80571, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia Ph : 62-361-980877 / 8956314 F Fx: 62-361-980155/ 8956501 E: reservation@yresortubudbali.com

Jl. Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Bali Indonesia Po. Box 80571 Ph : +62 361 972090 Fx : +62 361 977177 E : info@ramaphala.com

The Ubud Village Resort & Spa

Y Resort Ubud

Viceroy Bali

The Sungu Resort & Spa

Jl. Cocoa 2, No. 77 Banjar Bunutan, Desa Kedewatan P.O. BOX 999, Ubud 80571, Bali - Indonesia P: +62 - 361 978839 F: +62 - 361 972717

Desa Kedewatan PO Box 198 Ubud 80571 – Bali Ph. (62 361) 980022 Fx. (62 361) 980011

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Alaya Ubud

Y Resort Ubud

The Payogan Villa Resort & Spa

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Ubud Raya Resort

Jalan Raya Sayan, Br. Sindu.Sayan Ubud, Ph: +62 361 898 7387 Fx: +62 361 898 7387 E: info@ubudrayaresort.com

Alam Ubud Villa

Desa Kendran, Tegalalang – Ubud 80571 Bali - Indonesia Ph. 62 361 8790999, Fx. 62 361 9260888 E. info@alamubudvilla.com

Bidadari Private Villas & Retreat

Kelabang-Moding Tegallalang 40115 Indonesia Ph : (+62) 361 9000 401 Fx : (+62) 361 9000 402 E: info@bidadarivillasubudbali.com

Bagus Jati

Br. Jati, Desa Sebatu, Kecamatan Tegallalang P.O.Box 4 – Ubud Gianyar - Bali 80572 - Indonesia Ph: (62 361) 901888 Fx: (62 361) 901999 E: info@bagusjati.com

Banjar Baung, Desa Sayan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571 Ph: +62 (0) 361 977 922 / +62 (0) 361 886 8807 E: reservations@bambuindah.com

Komaneka at Monkey Forest Jalan Monkey Forest Ubud, Gianyar 80571, Bali, Indonesia Ph. +62 361 4012217 / 4012218 Fx. +62 361 977140

Sankara Ubud Resort and Villa

Wapa di Ume Resort & Spa Suweta. St, Br. Bentuyung Ubud 80571, Gianyar, Bali - Indonesia Ph: [62] 361-973178 and [62] 361 973179 E: reservation@wapadiume.com

Mas Village, Ubud, Gianyar Bali, Indonesia 80571 Ph: +62 361 8493 515 M: +62 88 146 712 87 E: manager@sankaraubud.com

Barong Resort and Spa Monkey Forest road, Ubud Gianyar 80571, Bali - Indonesia Ph./Fx: +62 361 971 759 E; sales@barong-resort.com

Anak Agung Gde Agung Says Goodbye to Badung Community fter saying goodbye to the people in Petang and Kuta subdistrict on Monday night (Jul. 27), the Regent of Badung, A.A. Gde Agung, along with his wife Mrs. Ratna Gde Agung ,said goodbye to the community of Mengwi subdistrict at Wantilan Hall of Taman Ayun Temple.

Gde Agung expressed his sincere gratitude to the people of Mengwi that have supported his policies and programs over the past 10 years that he has been in office.

Regent Gde Agung stressed that when he started his service in Badung, he met with the people of Mengwi face -to-face.

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periods (2005-2015) that ended on August 5, 2015. The Regent also conveyed that during the ten years of his term, many developments were successful and many goals had been achieved for Badung.. He admitted that many public expectations had still not been met, and for these the regent apologized.

Mengwi, community leader, A.A. Gede Dharmayasa, expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the successful developments that were implemented by the regent in various areas, especially in the subdistrict of Mengwi subdistrict. According to Dharmayasa, the successful development of Badung is inseparable from the vision and mission of Regent Gde Agung

who consistently put forward the concept of Tri Hita Karana.

Some of the successes of the leadership of Regent Gde Agung’s, include; the establishment of the Mangupraja Mandala civic center at Sempidi including the inauguration of the capital of Badung, Mangupura, and the appointment of frangipani as the mascot of Badung, improvements to road infrastructure such as alleys that have been hardened with paving blocks. In the health sector, the services at Mangusada Hospital have been improved and the community of Badung is greatly assisted by the JKKB Manguwaras health insurance program. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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Regent of Badung, A.A. Gde Agung, with his wife Mrs. Ratna Gde Agung, saying goodbye to the community of Mengwi subdistrict at Wantilan Hall of Taman Ayun Temple, Monday night (Jul. 27).

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Padangbai

KARANGASEM East Bali The Vibration of Peace

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adangbai has developed into a nature and cultural tourist attraction in the same area as Candidasa tourist resort situated at Padangbai Village, Manggis Subdistrict, Karangasem. It is about 25 km from the city of Amlapura, 13 km from Candidasa tourist resort, and about 31 km from Denpasar. At this location lies a harbor giving the access to sea transportation to Lombok - NTB. The name Padangbai got influence from the Dutch language during the colonial period.

Formerly, it was known as Teluk Padang. It is a white sandy bay protected from the solid black rock.

Because of its location, the undersea life is well maintained. The attractions at Padangbai include the clean and thick white sandy beach that can be used as an appropriate place for sun bathing or swimming in the sea. Beauty of the underwater scenery is excellent for diving and snorkeling given the various types of coral here which is always popular with diving tourists. BTN

Batur Geopark atur Geopark is a tourist destination located in Kintamani that integrates geological, cultural and floral and faunal diversity. Geologically, Batur Geopark features has a cresent shaped caldera about 7.5 km wide with a maximum width of 2.5 km, circumference of about 22 km and an area of ​​about 16 km2 known as Lake Batur. There are 15 cultural villages spread across the Geopark including the cemetery at Trunyan, Baris Gede Dance and others. In terms of floral and faunal diversity, the Batur Geopark has a specific flora and fauna, including amongst others: the Kintamanian dog and other horticultural crops.

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A Native Home to Colorful Fishes Tu l a m b e n i s a coastal village located in Kubu Subdistrict, Karangasem Regency. This village has become one of the famous diving sites in Bal i , e s p e c i a l l y around the location of the USAT Liberty shipwreck, an army freighter belonging to the United States that was drowned after being shot with torpedo by a Japanese submarine in 1942. The USAT Liberty was discovered in the 1970s by residents of Tulamben Village, Kubu Subdistrict, Karangasem Regency. Later on, the location was used as a tourist destination for many divers who started coming to see the USAT Liberty shipwreck. On that account, Tulamben then developed into a commercial destination, including diving tours for those who wanted to have a closer look at the wreck of the USAT Liberty. BTN

Terunyan Village Lies at the edge of Lake Batur, to the west of Abrig Hill, Kintamani. Villagers here are “native Balinese” referred to as “Bali Aga” people, This village with its unique traditions, can be reached by 30 minute boat ride from Kedisan Village across Lake Batur. The name Terunyan was derived from the word “Taru” and “Menyan”, meaning ‘fragnant trees’ that grow in the village. Local people deem the trees highly important. The corpses of the dead laid down in open graves under the trees and are simply covered white fabrics and bamboo covers called “Ancak Saji”, but the faces of the dead are left uncovered. This funeral rite is known as “Mapasah”. BTN

KARANGASEM GOVERNMENT CULTURE AND TOURISM OFFICE, Jl. Diponegoro – Amlapura – Bali 80811 Phone/Fax. (0363) 21196 Email: info@karangasemtourism.com www.karangasemtourism.com

Bangli Government Tourism Office : Address; Jl. Sriwijaya No. 23 Bangli 80613 Ph. (0366) 91537 C12-101

JEMBRANA Bull-racing Center

Delod Berawah Tourist Object

he village of Delod Berawah is located 12 km southeast of the town of Negara, and or 88 km to the west of Denpasar. It has a black sandy beach with pandanus tree vegetation, offering an especially enchanting atmosphere for relaxation and recreation.

There is also a tourism park that includes the only public sea-water swimming pool in Bali a mini water boom, a fishing pool, and a beautiful landscape.

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The process of making Cagcag, one of the traditional handicraft in Sangkaragung.

Sangkaragung village, Jembrana is famous for its large expanses of rice fields that are cultivated by the local villagers.. The women in this village, weave a type of traditional Balinese cloththat has very specific and unique motives that are famous worldwide.

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Dine Out

Let’s Cook and Eat…!!! loody Sweet Bar & Restaurant of Legian Paradiso Hotel is a refreshing dining area for all occasions. Located at the front of the hotel, it has become a strategic place for

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Food & Beverage Manager, I Ketut Wirawan delivered, the

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Below palm trees, in the midst of waterslides, pools, and 3.8 hectares of tropical gardens stands a 9.8 m by 16.45 m Double FlowRider sheet wave surfing machine.

The power behind the wave is incredible and guarantees for some heart pounding action in the water.

This double sheet wave generator

leaves ample room to carve, lie down, stand, and stunt on an endless wave. It is the ultimate thrill on a relaxing night in the middle of the quiet and serene Waterbom water park after official opening hours.

Right beside is a brand new ThaItalian Theatre concept restaurant, beautifully decorated and with an exotic menu that keeps hungry customers coming back for more. The restaurant provides the perfect space to take a break

restaurant dominated by Chinese menu with daily live entertainment. A sport theme bar and a large screen for Australian fox sport including NRL and AFL coverage. “Live music we offers is band modern at 7.30 pm to 10.30 pm,” he explained.

Special on Saturday, he said, the restaurant gives different atmosphere. “On that day, the guest can enjoy and watch Balinese, Modern and Hawaiian Dance. Even, the guest often invited to join and entertain the others. “Special on Valentine’s Day, this restaurant offers romantic dinner for a couple and also offer up to date special promo on a special events,” he said.

Wirawan revealed, to improve the facilities and service of the hotel and restaurant, the management also conduct Management Cocktail party. Here, we invite the guest to give suggestion and any opinion for our management. “To support the facilities we also have

done refurbishment and refresh to the hotel and restaurant,” he delivered.

“This dining area also has the activities for the guest who likes cooking such as personal cooking demonstrations and classes.

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and become spectator of the skills on the body and stand-up board.

Illuminated by lights, the flow boarding venue is taken to another level of awesomeness. Music just adds to the great impressions that a night surfing session will guarantee.

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Launch of Dinner Under the Stars et your mood with our ‘Dinner Under The Stars’ promo at 7th Clov3r. Taste the delicious pasta buffet only IDR 95,000 nett/pax featuring an interactive live cooking station to satisfy your appetite. Located on the top floor of H Sovereign Bali, 7th Clov3r has a big space with an incredible view including swimming pool to feel the sky on the night.

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ISI Denpasar Perguruan Kecil Memiliki Kualitas Besar nstitut Seni Indonesia (ISI) Denpasar merupakan perguruan tinggi kecil yang memiliki kwalitas besar.

Hal itu karena ISI Denpasar lebih mementingkan kwalitas mahasiswa dibandingkan kuantitas (jumlah) mahasiswa. Hal itu disampaikan Rektor Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiartha, S.SKar., M.Hum saat membuka kegiatan Pengenalan Kehidupan Kampus bagi Mahasiswa Baru (PKKMB) di Gedung Natya Mandala ISI Denpasar.

Rektor Arya Sugiartha juga mengatakan, mahasiswa yang kuliah di ISI Denpasar karena pilihan mereka bukan karena kesempatan. Mereka yang diterima adalah orang-orang pilihan yang memiliki talenta dan bakat khusus. Pada kesempatan itu Rektor Arya Sugiarta menyampaikan branding ISI Denpasar yaitu “Pengemban dan Pengembang Seni Budaya Bali”.

Rektor Arya merasa bangga kepada semangat civitas akademika ISI Denpasar untuk melahirkan sarjana seni yang handal, karya seni berkualitas, dan pengabdi masyarakat berdaya guna. “Karena SDM ISI Denpasar cukup handal yaitu 25% bergelar Doktor sisanya hampir semua bergelar Master,” katanya.

Kegiatan tersebut diikuti sebanyak 520 mahasiswa baru yang berlangsung selama empat hari (18-21 Agustus 2015). Materi yang diberikan tentang paradigma baru pendidikan tinggi, pola pengembangan kemahasiswaan, pendidikan karakter Bangsa,

Kalender Kegiatan/Piodalan Agustus 29th Purnama Sasih Katiga/Tumpek Krulut/Saniscara Kliwon Krulut Piodalan di: - Pr. Gunung Sari – Lombok.

- Pedharman Arya Telabah-Besakih - Pr. Kawitan Arya Gajah Para – Ds. Tianyar, Kubu, Karangasem.

- Pr. Bhakti Geraha – Kec. Tanjung, Lombok Utara.

- Pr. Pasek Gelgel-Br. Tegal, Buleleng - Pr. Ida Ratu Manik Kubakal – Besakih - Pr. Pedarman Bhujagga Wesnawa-Besakih - Pr. Taman Sari-Penebel Tabanan - Pr. Dalem Tarukan-Bebalang Bangli - Pr. Benuwa Kangin-Besakih - Mr. Kanginan Ida Bhatara Empu Bharadah-Besakih - Pr. Puseh Bale Agung-Pulasari Tembuku Bangli - Pr. Dalem Pemuteran – Tojan, Klungkung - Pr. Pasek Gelgel - Br. Tengah Buleleng - Pr. Penataran Agung Prabha Bhuana - Blitar - Pr. Dang Khayangan Buda Taman sari – Batukeling, Karangasem - Pr. Bukit – Ds. Panji Buleleng - Pr. Gunung Kawi – Tampaksiring

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panduan studi dan system informasi akademik.

Di samping itu juga diberikan system dan proses pembelajaran, etika dan tata pergaulan kampus, serta pengenalan lagu hymne dan mars ISI Denpasar, pelatihan pedel dan Tari kebesaran Ciwa Nataraja bagai mahasiswa FSP serta workshop sketsa bagi mahasiswa FSRD. “Penerimaan mahasiswa baru ISI Denpasar 2015 dilaksanakan melalui dua jalur yaitu program beasiswa bidik misi dan seleksi mandiri,” kata Pembantu Rek-

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tor III, Drs. I Wayan Gulendra, M.Sn. Dari 205 pendaftar beasiswa bidik misi memperoleh alokasi sebanyak 150 orang yang didistribusikan ke 2 fakultas dan 12 program studi. Sementara penerimaan melalui jalur seleksi mandiri diikuti oleh 508 orang dan yang dinyatakan lulus sebanyak 370 orang terdiri atas 130 orang FSP dan 240 orang FSRD termasuk program DKV non regular 42 orang. “Perkembangan penerimaan mahasiswa 2015 dibandingkan dengan 2014 naik sebanyak 3%,” ucapnya. B N (BTN/bud)

Wujudkan Kota Bunga asyarakat Kabupaten Gianyar tumpah ruah melaksanakan kebersihan dan penataan telajakan dengan menanam jepun dan pucuk (kembang sepatu). Hal itu untuk mewujudkan Gianyar sebagai kota bunga yang digulirkan Pemerintah Kabupaten Gianyar belum lama ini. Tak hanya di perkotaan, masyarakat di desa sudah mulai melaksanakannya dengan melibatkan aparat desa, warga banjar, sekehe teruna (ST) dan didukung Dinas Kebersihan dan Pertamanan (DKP).

Minggu (16/8) masyarakat Desa Lebih melaksanakan gotong royong kebersihan lingkungan dan penataan telajakan dengan menanam jepun dan pucuk di sepanjang jalan. Kegiatan itu dipusatkan di Banjar Kesian.

Hal yang sama juga dilakukan oleh masyarakat Desa Batuan, Sukawati.

“Kami mendukung langkah pemerintah Gianyar dalam mempercantik pedesaan dan perkotaan sehingga menjadi hijau dan asri,” ujar Kepala Desa Lebih, I Wayan Gede Pradnyana. B N

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2nd Buda Cemeng Merakih/Buda Wage Merakih Piodalan di: - Pr. Natih-Kalah Batubulan - Pr. Puseh+Desa-Silakarang Singapadu - Pr. Dalem Petitenget-Kerobokan Kuta Badung - Pr. Dalem Pulasari-Samplangan Gianyar - Pr. Kubayan-Kepiasah Pedungan Denpasar - Pr. Panti Penyarikan-Medahan Sanding Tampaksiring - Pr. Bandesa Mas-Kepisah Pedungan Denpasar - Pr. Pasek-Lumintang Denpasar - Pr. Pasar Agung-Dauh Peken, Kaba Kaba, Kediri, Tabanan - Pr. Dadia Buda Cemeng Pulasari-Puaya Sukawati - Pr. Paibon-Bengkel Sumertha Denpasar - Pr. Dadia Bajera Sari-Padangan Pupuan Tabanan - Pr. Pasek Gelgel-Br. Tanah Pegat, Tabanan - Pr. Karang Buncing/Mr. Batulepang – Baktiseraga Buleleng 8th Anggara Kasih Tambir/Kajeng Kliwon Uwudan/Anggara Kliwon Tambir Piodalan di: - Pr. Dalem Puri-Batuan Sukawati - Pr. Dalem Kangin-Sukawati - Pr. Dalem-Singakerta Ubud - Pr. Dalem-Bubunan Seririt Buleleng - Pr. Dalem Tampuangan-Tembuku Bangli - Pr. Paibon Pasek Tangkas-Peliatan Ubud - Pr. Puseh Ngukuhin-Keramas Gianyar - Pr. Karang Buncing-Blahbatuh Gianyar - Mr. Agung Ki Telabah-Tuakilang Tabanan - Pr. Desa Badung-Denpasar - Pr. Pasek Gelgel Gobleg-Kayuputih Buleleng - Pr. Luhur Padengenan Bedha-Bongan Tabanan - Pr. Puncak Payogan-Lungsiakan Kedewatan Ubud - Mr. Dukuh Sebudi-Sebudi - Pr. Tanah Kilap-Griya Anyar, Suwung Kauh, Denpasar Selatan - Pr. Selukat-Keramas Gianyar - Pr. Dalem Lembeng-Ketewel Sukawati - Pr. Dalem Bentuyung-Ubud - Pr. Waturenggong-Taro Tegalalang Gianyar - Pr. Dalem Kediri-Silakarang Singapadu - Pr. Dalem/Tri Desa Adat – Banjar Buleleng - Pr. Paibon Ki Pasek Gelgel – Kayuputih, Buleleng - Pr. Dalem – Ds. Blumbang Bangli - Pr. Dalem Kaja – Sangsit Buleleng 9th Buda Umanis Tambir Piodalan di: - Pr. Batumadeg-Besakih - Pr. Sari-Titih Kapal - Pr. Jati-Batur Kintamanai - Pr. Gula Manikan/Bendesa Manik Mas-Serongga Gianyar - Pr. Kawitan Griya Rsi-Mundeh, Kaba Kaba, Kediri, Tabanan

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Simakrama dengan Bupati Bharata endesa adat I Dewa Made Geria, ketua panitia Dewa Ketut Sidakarya, S.Pd., sekretaris Drg. Made Purwita serta prajuru lainnya, Jumat (7/8) lalu, melakukan simakrama dengan Bupati Gianyar. Bupati Bharata menyatakan dukungan moral serta finansial serangkaian karya yang akan digelar. Sebagai warga desa Gianyar, Bupati Bharata sangat mendukung antusiasme masyarakat. Bupati yang juga penglingsir Puri Gianyar itu mengajak semua masyarakat untuk ngayah agar kar-

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Bendesa Made Geria memaparkan, puncak Karya Agung ini akan digelar 3 Oktober 2015 mendatang. Persiapan karya yang berlangsung 35 tahun sekali ini sudah dilakukan sejak beberapa bulan lalu. Karya Agung ini diperkirakan menelan biaya sekitar Rp 3 miliar yang diperoleh dari iuran warga, dana punia, pemerintah dan lainnya. Setelah menghadap bupati, panitia juga beraudiensi dengan pimpinan DPRD setempat. B N (BTN/kmb )

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Bangli Boyong Penghargaan abupaten Bangli meraih banyak penghargaan saat gebyar puncak peringatan Hari Keluarga Nasional (Harganas) XXII 2015 tingkat Provinsi Bali beberapa waktu lalu.

Penghargaan itu diantaranya Juara Favorit Nasional Petugas Lapangan KB, Penghargaan Manggala Karya Kencana, juara III tingkat provinsi KB Lestari 10 tahun dan 20 tahun, juara III media tradisional, juara III

Sosialisasi HIV/AIDS di Panjer ali Kota Denpasar IB Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra menghadiri kegiatan sosialisasi HIV/ AIDS di Wantilan Pura Dalem, Desa Pakraman Panjer, Minggu (9/8). Diingatkannya, masyarakat harus lebih hatihati dan waspada, karena penyakit HIV ini sudah banyak terjadi di Denpasar. “Kita harus jauhi virusnya bukan orangnya,� ungkapnya.

Dalam kesempatan itu Rai Mantra juga menyerahkan sembako kepada empat pemangku dan satu tenaga kebersihan. Serta menyerahkan sertifikat kepada UKM di seputaran Denpasar Selatan yang didampingi oleh Camat Denpasar Selatan AA Gde Raisnawan. B N (BTN/bud)

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Jalan Sehat Jaga Lingkungan ekitar 1600 orang warga Banjar Tegeh Sari, Desa Pakraman Tonja, Denpasar tum-pah ruah mengikuti gerak jalan sehat dan penanaman pohon langka, Minggu (9/8).

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Gianyar Raih Penghargaan KLA abupaten Gianyar meraih predikat madya, dalam katagori Kabupaten Layak Anak (KLA). Hal tersebut merupakan buah keseriusan pemerintah bersama seluruh stakeholder melakukan berbagai upaya, termasuk mendeklarasikan Gianyar menuju Kabupaten Layak Anak. Penghargaan diserahkan oleh Presiden RI, Joko Widodo kepada Bupati Gianyar Anak Agung Gde Agung Bharata di Istana Bogor Jakarta (11/8), serangkaian puncak peringatan Hari Anak Nasional tahun 2015. B N

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Tabanan Terima Indolivestock Garuda Indonesia ‘’Launching’‘ Service Award 2015 Visit Central Java Pass abupaten Tabanan kembali meraih penghargaan. Jika sebelumnya menerima Penghargaan Bakti Koperasi dan Usaha Kecil Menengah 2015 yang ditujukan langsung untuk Bupati Tabanan Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, menjelang akhir Juli lalu kembali menorehkan prestasi di kancah nasional.

Kabupaten Tabanan meraih prestasi di bidang peternakan dengan menerima penghargaan Indolivestock Service Awards untuk Indonesia bagian tengah bersama dengan Kabupaten Sinjai dari Komunitas Pengembangan Usaha Peternakan Indonesia (KPUPI).

Dengan diraihnya penghargaan tersebut, Tabanan di tahun ini resmi menyandang predikat Adipraja Satwa Sewaka 2015.

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Penyerahan penghargaan berlangsung dalam Indo Livestock Expo and Forum 2015 yang merupakan kegiatan di bidang peternakan berskala internasional kesepuluh kalinya pada 29 Juli 2015 di Grand City Convex, Surabaya. Penghargaan dalam bentuk plakat dan sertifikat itu diterima oleh Sekda Kabupaten Tabanan I Nyoman Wirna Ariwangsa yang mewakili Bupati Tabanan.

Penghargaan itu kemudian diserahkan langsung oleh Sekda Wirna Ariwangsa kepada Bupati Eka di rumah dinasnya, Sabtu (1/8). Bupati Eka menyambut hangat pemberian penghargaan tersebut. Selain memberikan kebanggan tersendiri, penghargaan ini juga perlu dijadikan motivasi bagi Pemerintah Kabupaten Tabanan untuk berbuat lebih maksimal.

Khususnya dalam melahirkan kebijakan-kebijakan yang berpihak kepada para peternak. “Saya berharap penghargaan ini tidak membuat kita cepat puas diri.

Sebaliknya penghargaan ini harus menjadi motivasi untuk berbuat lebih maksimal lagi kepada para peternak,” komentarnya. B N (BTN/hms)

aruda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. terus meningkatkan kontribusinya dalam hal pengembangan pariwisata daerah di Indonesia. Dalam rangka memajukan pariwisata di Jawa Tengah, Selasa (4/8) kemarin, dilaunching Visit Central Jawa Pass oleh General Manager for Bali PT Garuda Indonesia Branch Office Denpasar Syamsuddin J.S. bersama Kepala Seksi Pengembangan Pasar Bidang Pemasaran Dinas Kebudayaan dan Pariwisata Provinsi Jawa Tengah Sumartini.

Kegiatan tersebut dilaksanakan di Bisma Room lantai tiga Indonesia Tourism Information Centre, Kuta, Badung.

Menurut Syamsuddin, kegiatan tersebut merupakan program yang dilaksnakan Garuda Indonesia Branch Office Semarang, bekerja sama dengan pemerintah Jawa Tengah melalui Dinas Kebudayaan dan Pariwisata. Tujuannya untuk meningkatkan jumlah kunjungan wisatwan ke wilayah tersebut.

“Garuda Indonesia berkewajiban untuk sepenuhnya mendukung program atau meningkatkan kunjungan wisatawan ke masingmasing daerah yang sesuai rute Garuda Indonesia. Rute ke Semarang sudah berjalan setahun, hanya tidak boleh berhenti, harus terus berinovasi dan berkreasi untuk mempertahankan serta meningkatkan tingkat isiannya,” tegasnya.

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peserta diberikan sesajen di tiap pura dan kuburan yang dilewati.

Ritual Ngerebeg ini merupakan simbol kehadiran bhuta kala pada diri manusia untuk selanjutnya dinetralisir guna menghilangkan sifat buruk atau merugikan.

Bendesa Pakraman Tegallalang, Pande Wayan Karsa mengungkapkan, ritual ini telah dilaksanakan secara turun temurun.

Pada intinya, ritual ini bermakna syukuran mengingat pada rangkaian ritual terutama pagi harinya, anak-anak menghaturkan berbagai sesajen berupa bunga ataupun buah. Ritual ini juga sebagai simbol keyakinan krama desa setempat mengenai sasuhunan yang berstana di Pura Duur Bingin yakni Ida Bhatara Ratu Gede. Diyakini, sasuhunan setempat memiliki banyak panjak berupa wong samar. B N (BTN/kmb)

suddin, merupakan salah satu kontribusi positif Garuda Indonesia terhadap perkembangan pariwisata masing-masing daerah di Indonesia. “Branch Office Semarang akan melakukan roadshow ke beberapa potensi pariwisata yang diharapkan bisa masuk ke Semarang seperti Bali, Surabaya, dan Lombok,” ujarnya.

Sementara melayani rute ke Semarang, Garuda Indonesia menggunakan pesawat Boeing 737-800 Next Generation (NG) kapasitas 12 kelas bisnis dan 150 untuk kelas ekonomi. Dengan adanya program tersebut, tingkat isiannya bisa penuh sehingga kemungkinan bisa menambah frekuensi.

“Waktu pertama kali buka rute ke Semarang menggunakan pesawat kapasitas 96, tingkat isiannya bagus. Oleh karena itu, kami ubah

dengan menggunakan Boeing 737-800,” tandas Syamsuddin.

Dia berharap ke depannya perkembangan pariwisata di Jawa Tengah bisa dioptimalkan. “Kalau semua masuk ke Bali nanti kan stag. Kalau bisa disebar dari Bali ke Semarang, Manado, Lombok, Labuanbajo dan lainnya, akan baik bagi pariwisata Bali, juga mendukung pariwisata daerah-daerah di Indonesia,” ucapnya.

Sumartini, mewakili Kadis Budpar, menyambut baik program tersebut. Selain mempromosikan potensi daerah pariwisata di Jawa Tengah, juga untuk menyambung tali persaudaraan dan partner bisnis baru antara pelaku pariwisata Jawa Tengah dan Bali. “Selain tempat wisata yang indah, juga Jawa Tengah memiliki 35 macam kuliner,” ujarnya. B N (bns)

Pengukuhan Sabhantara Pekaseh

sebelum mengakhiri Tradisi Ngerebeg di Tegallalang S ehari masa tugasnya sebagai Bupati Tabanan periode 2015-2020, Bupati Ni Putu asyarakat Desa Adat Tegal- membawa serta hiasan dari jaRabu (19/8) kembali nur. Peserta berkeliling sepanjang Eka Wiryastuti mengukuhkan SabM lalang, menggelar ritual Ngerebeg. sekitar 10 km. Saat berkeliling, hantara Pekaseh dan Pesamuhan

Tradisi unik ini merupakan rangkaian piodalan di Pura Luhur Duur Bingin, yang puncaknya dilaksanakan Kamis (20/8). Ritual yang digelar tiap rahina Wraspati Umanis Pahang tersebut diyakini mampu menetralisir energi negatif serta menghindari bencana yang terjadi di desa setempat.

Prosesi Ngerebeg diikuti ratusan peserta anak dan remaja lakilaki dari 7 banjar di Desa Adat Tegallalang. Mereka menghias diri agar tampak menyeramkan layaknya bhuta kala. Pada tengah hari, peserta berkumpul di utamaning mandala Pura Duur Beringin.

Sejumlah persiapan dilakukan sebelum Ngerebeg dimulai seperti persembahyangan bersama.

Ritual diawali dengan nunas paica berupa nasi dan lawar oleh peserta dengan cara magibung atau makan bersama. Selanjutnya mereka berkeliling desa dengan

LAUNCHING - General Manager for Bali PT Garuda Indonesia Branch Office Denpasar Syamsuddin J.S. bersama Kepala Seksi Pengembangan Pasar Bidang Pemasaran Dinas Kebudayaan dan Pariwsata Provinsi Jawa Tengah Sumartini saat launching Visit Central Jawa Pass.

Subak Abian Tabanan, Sabtu (8/8).

Kegiatan pengukuhan tersebut berlangsung di Wantilan Taman Pujaan Bangsa Margarana dan dihadiri juga oleh Raja Tabanan Ida Cokorda Anglurah Tabanan serta undangan lainnya. Keberadaan Sabhantara Pekaseh nantinya bisa ikut ambil bagian dalam memajukan pertanian di Tabanan. Mari membangun dan menyambung koordinasi demi membangun Tabanan ke arah yang lebih baik, ajak Bupati Eka. B N (BTN/bud)

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Consulates in Bali Royal Danish & Norwegian Honorary, Segara Village Hotel Ph. 0361 – 282 223 Honorary Consulate of The Czech Republic, Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur, Denpasar Ph. 0361 - 286 465, Fax. 0361 - 286 408 Consulate Agency France, Jl. Merta Sari Gang II No. 8 Sanur, Denpasar, Ph. 0361 - 285 485, Fax. 0361 - 286 406 Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Federal Republic of Germany, Jl. Pantai Karang 17 Sanur, Po. Box 3100 Denpasar 80228’ Ph. 0361 - 288 535, Fax. 0361 - 288 826 Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Hungary Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 219 Sanur, Ph. 0361 – 287 701, Fax. 0361 – 735 232/ Marine Tour Consulate Italy, Lotus Enterprise Building, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Ph/Fax. 0361 - 701 005 Honorary Consulate of Mexico, Puri Astina Putra Building, Jl. Moh Yamin 1 A Renon -Denpasar Po Box 3150 Denpasar Ph. 0361 - 223 266, Fax. 0361 - 244 568 Honorary Consulate of The Netherland Jl. Raya Kuta 127 Kuta 80361, Po Box 3337 Denpasar 81001, Ph. 0361 – 761 502 Honorary Consulate of Spain, Komplek Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Vallet 2 No. 11, Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Bali, Ph. 0361 - 769 286, Fax. 0361 - 222426

Consulate General of Japan at Denpasar, Jl. Raya Puputan No. 170 Renon Po Box 3432 Denpasar Ph. 0361 - 227 628, Fax. 0361 - 265 066, e-mail : denpasar@mofa.go.jp

Honorary Consulate of Sweden & Finland, C/O Hotel Segara Village, Jl. Segara Ayu Sanur, Ph. 0361 - 282 223, Fax. 0361 - 282 211

Honorary Consul of Chile Jl. Pengembak Gang I No. 3 Sanur - Bali Ph. (0361) 756781/281503, Facs. (0361) 756783, Hp. 081 139 4045

Honorary Consule of Republic of Poland Jl. Petitenget II/1C, Kerobokan 80361 Kuta Bali Ph. 082 361 4329, Fax. : 0361 732165

FIND BALI TRAVEL NEWS AT:

Kuta Area

tel, Kuta Central Park, Bale Udang Mang Engking, Puri Dewa Bharata, Rama Garden, Legian Village, Info Centre Legian Village, All Season, Info Centre Padma, Puri Saron, C 151 Smart Villas, Villa Kayu Raja, Maca Villa,Kuntum Bali.Duuran Gemilang, Adhijaya Sunset, PT XL Axiata.

Ubud Area Furama Villas, Bali Spirit, The Ubud Village, Tepi Sawah Villas & Rest, Amandari, Mara River Taman Safari, Puri Wulandari, Ibah, Gaya Fushion, Nandini Bali, The Mansion, The Sungu Resort, Uma Ubud, Wapa Di Ume Resort, Ubud Henging Garden, The Payogan, Pitamaha, Natura Villas, Pertiwi Resort, Maya Ubud, Komaneka Hotel, Kamandalu Hotel, Kayumanis Villas, Barong Resort & Spa, Four Season Ubud, Tjampuhan Hotel, Anahata Villas, Alila Ubud, Arma Resort, Kupu – Kupu Barong, The Chedi Club. Monkey Forest Ubud, Info Centre Ubud Depan Puri, Perama Info Centre. Hiss Ubud info. Center, Villa Prana Shanti, Ubud Bike Tour, Palm Gallery, Graha Rafting, alam ubud, Rama Phala Resort &Spa, Komune Resort, Y Resort Ubud, Alaya Resort,Five Elements, Ubud Green, Sankara Ubud Resort and Villas, The Kayon Resort, Ayung Resort Ubud, Bidadari Private Villas & Spa, Puri Sunia Resort, Ananda Cottage Ubud, Tabanan Area DTW Tanah Lot, Dewi Shinta Hotel, DTW Alas Kedaton, DTW Ulundanu Beratan, Puri Taman Sari Umabian Another Area Garuda Indonesia Infligt, Thai Airways, Kementrian Pariwisata dan kebudayaan, Dinas Pariwisata di semua kabupaten di Bali, Biro Bali Post Surabaya, Biro Bali Post Jakarta, Papua Adventure Tour & Travel. Bounty Cruise.

The Top Six Arrival by Nationality June 2015

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AUSTRALIAN 93,519 CHINESE 59,609 SINGAPOREAN 20,550 MALAYSIAN 18,482 TAIWANESE 13,010 SOUTH KOREA 12,584

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TOTAL FOREIGN TOURIST ARRIVALS : 359,945

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Periplus Domestik Koridor I, Periplus Internasional koridor 2, Periplus Bandara internasional Air Side, WHSmith Terminal Domestik 1, WHSmith terminal Domestik 2, WHSmith Terminal Internasional 1 – 5, Airport Domestic Arrival by PT Wisnu Selara, Aston Inn Tuban, Circus Water Park, Ramadha Bintang Bali, Hard Rock Hotel, Trans Resort, Waterbom Bali, Adhijaya Hotel, Kuta Station, Kuta Paradiso Hotel, Info center In Front of Kartika Plaza Hotel,Tarukan Vallas, Indonesia Info Centre, Kubu Anyar Hotel, Grand Ixora, CX Hostel, H Sovereign, Hotel Santika Kuta, Avilla Hospitality, Kuta Beach Club, Grand Inna Kuta, Info Centre Mc Donald, AlamKulKul Boutique Resort, Legian Paradiso, The Sunset, Maxi Hotel,The Sunset Ho-

Every Friday 18.30 - 19.30 Every Thursday 20.00 Every Thursday 19.30 - 20.30 Every Thursday 19.30 - 20.00 Every Thursday 19.30 - 20.30 Every Wednesday 19.30 - 21.00

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IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Fire: 113; Police: 110; Ambulance: 118; Indonesian Red Cross: 225-465; Rescue Coordination Office: 751111; Directory Enquiries 108; International Operator: 101; Post Service Information: 161; Time: 103; Immigration Officer: 227828, 7510388; Public Hospital 227-911.

TOURIST INFORMATION

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General Information

The Department of Tourism (Bali) has six Information Centres where booklets and brochures can be obtained free of charge.

Addresses: Ngurah Rai International Airport, Tuban, Phone: (0361) 751011; Bina Wisata Ubud, next to the village head’s in Ubud; Government Tourist Information Centre, Jl. Raya Kuta No. 2, Kuta - Badung, Kuta; Government Tourist Office, Jl. S. Parman Niti Mandala, Denpasar, Phone (0361) 222387, Buleleng Government Tourist Office, Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja, Phone: (0361) 25141.

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awasan wisata Ceking menjadi favorit kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara.

Objek wisata yang terletak di Desa Tegalalang atau sekitar 6 menit dari Ubud itu memang tak pernah sepi pengunjung.

Maka tak heran, kalau jalan disana selalu macet bahkan terkesan semrawut. Karena itu Satuan Lalu Lintas (Sat Lantas) Polres Gianyar dan Dinas Perhubungan Informasi dan Komunikasi (Dishub Infokom) Gianyar gelar sidak.

Kabid Lalu Lintas Dishub Gianyar, Nur Widyaswanto mengatakan, sebelumnya sudah dilaksanakan survey dan monitoring terkait pemasangan tanda larangan parkir di wilayah Ceking Teras. Hal itu berdasarkan kesepakatan bersama pelbagai pihak dalam mengatur lalu kan, sehingga wisatawan yang ingin menikmati lintas dalam mengatasi kemacetan di wilayah kawasan Ceking Teras dan warga yang melintas Ceking Teras. “Penertiban parkir perlu dilaku- tidak terganggu,” ucapnya. B N (BTN/bud)

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Honorary Consul of The Slovak Republic Jl. Gunung Agung No. 93 Denpasar - 80118 Ph. (0361) 426171, Fax. : (0361) 426477, e-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com

Rama Tour, Bounty Cruise, BTDC Nusa Dua, STP Nusa Dua,BaliTropic, Santika Nusa Dua,Shita Hotel, Anumana Bay View, DTW Pandawa Beach

Every Friday 18.30 - 19.30 Every Saturday 18.30 - 19.30 Every Sunday 19.30 - 21.00 Every Sunday 19.30 - 21.00

Jangan Ganggu Wisatawan Menikamati Ceking

Honorary Consul of Malaysia Jl. Pantai Kuta, Legian, Ph. 0361 - 752 520, Fax. 0361 - 766 373

Nusa Dua Area & By Pass

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday 18.30 - 19.30 Everyday 18.30 - 20.00

359,945

Consulate General of India, Bali Jl. Raya Puputan 163, Renon, Denpasar, 80235 Ph. (0361) 259502/259503, Fax. (0361) 259505/222253, Email: cg.bali@mea.gov.in

313,639

Honorary Consulate Thailand Jl. Raya Puputan Renon 81, Denpasar, Ph. 0361 - 263 310, Fax. 0361 - 238 004

Humas Kota Denpasar, Diparda Kota Denpasar, Diparda Bali, BTB & Stake Holder, HPI Divisi Mandarin , Cianjur Restaurant, BHA, Bali yuai Mansion, Stipar Triatma Jaya Dalung, SMK Pariwiata Dalung, SMK PGRI 3 Badung, Green School, ISI Denpasar, Aston Denpasar, PPKIP,IHDN, UNHI, Inna Grand Bali Beach, Inna Bali Hotel, Pacific World Nusantara, GRP Rudana, Kopi Bali House, Wirasana Rent Car, Asia Link Travel, Inna Sindhu, White Sand Sport Bar, Borneo Bar n rest, Oranje Bar, Kejora Suites, Cafe Smorgas, Laghawa Hotel,Costa Rica Restaurant, The Wicked Parrot, Lataverna hotel, Sari sanur Resort, all 4 Diving, Villa Mahapala, Star Buck Coffee, Griya Santrian, Batujimbar Restaurant, Sanur Beach, Mercure Sanur, Tamukami Hotel.

Everyday 18.00 - 19.00 Every Sunday 18.00 - 19.00 On Request

TOTAL : 1,915,430

295,835

Honorary Consulate Brazil Jl. Legian 186, Badung, Ph. 0361 - 757 775, Fax. 0361 - 751 005

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305,272

Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Austria Consulate Jalan Ganetri 9 D Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar 80235, Bali E-mail: bali@honrep.ch | Website: www.eda.admin.ch/jakarta Phone: 0361 - 878 4343 | Fax: 0361 - 878 4466 | Emergency: 0811 38 50041

Denpasar + Sanur Area

Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 09.30

DIRECT TOURISTS ARRIVAL TO BALI 2015

British Honorary Consulate, Jl. Tirta Nadi No 20 Sanur, Ph. 0361 - 270 601, Fax. 0361 - 287 804

338,991

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Consulate Agency of USA, Jl. Hayam Wuruk310 Denpasar 80235, Ph. 0361 - 233 605, Fax. 0361 - 769 186

1. Barong: - Suwung : - Kesiman : - Batubulan Village : - Br. Abasan Singapadu : - Padanggalak : 2. Kecak Dance: - Uluwatu Temple : - Padang Tegal Ubud : - Desa Baha : 3. Kecak & Fire Dance: - Bona Kangin Gianyar :

- Batubulan : 4. Legong Dance: - Peliatan Stage Peliatan : - Puri Dalem Puri Peliatan : - Puri Peliatan, Ubud : - Puri Saren, Ubud : 5. Shadow Puppet Show (Wayang Kulit) : - Oka Kartini Tebesaya Peliatan : 6. - Panca Arta, Ubud : 7. Gabor Dance: - Ubud Kelod, Ubud : 8. Mahabrata The Epic: - Br. Teges, Peliatan : 9. Raja Pala Dance: - Ubud Kelod Ubud : 10. Ramayana: - Ubud Kelod, Ubud :

301,748

G E N E R A L

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Regular Cultural Performances

Australian Consulates General Bali (Incl. Canada, New Zaeland), Jl Tantular 32 Renon - Denpasar Ph. (0361) - 241118, Fax. (0361) 241120

Desa Pecatu Diundang Hadiri Peringatan HUT Proklamasi di Istana Negara emerintah Kabupaten Badung terus mendorong kebersamaan dan keswadayaan gotong royong masyarakat di Desa/Kelurahan. Untuk mewujudkan hal tersebut, Pemkab melalui Badan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Desa dan Pemerintahan Desa (BPMD dan Pemdes) setiap tahunnya menggelar lomba desa dan kelurahan. Tujuannya untuk menilai tingkat perkembangan desa dan kelurahan yaitu dengan membandingkan data desa dan kelurahan 2 (dua) tahun terakhir yang terdapat dalam profil desa/kelurahan.

Sebagaimana diatur dalam Permendagri Nomor 13 Tahun 2007 tentang penyelenggaraan perlombaan desa dan kelurahan.

Menurut Kepala BPMD dan Pemdes Drs. Putu Gede Sridana, M.Si , dari setiap lomba desa dan kelurahan tingkat Provinsi Bali, duta Kabupaten Badung tidak pernah absen untuk meraih juara. Bahkan sebagai duta Bali di tingkat nasional pun wakil Badung sangat diperhitungkan karena sering meraih juara nasional. Dijelaskan, untuk tahun 2015 ini duta Badung yang diwakili Desa Pecatu juga ber-

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hasil menjadi yang terbaik dengan meraih juara I ditingkat Propinsi. Dengan berhasil meraih juara I tingkat Provinsi, Desa Pecatu mendapat kehormatan diundang oleh pemerintah pusat untuk menghadiri Apel Peringatan HUT ke-70 Proklamasi Kemerdekaan RI di Istana Negara, Jakarta pada 17 Agustus mendatang dan mengikuti kegiatan temu karya nasional.

Ditambahkan, mengenai prestasi duta Badung, dari tahun 2000 hingga 2015, Desa atau kelurahan di Kabupaten Badung telah 9 kali memperoleh juara I untuk tingkat Provinsi Bali.

Kesembilan desa/kelurahan tersebut diantaranya Kelurahan Jimbaran (2000), Kelurahan Kapal (2004), Desa Pecatu (2009), Kelurahan Tanjung Benoa (2010), Desa Kutuh (2011), Desa Sangeh (2012) Desa Ungasan (2013), Kelurahan Benoa (2014) dan Desa Pecatu (2015). Dari 9 desa/kelurahan tersebut sebanyak 4 (empat) desa/kelurahan yang berhasil meraih juara ditingkat nasional yakni Desa Pecatu (2009) harapan 3, Kelurahan Tanjung Benoa (2010) Juara 3, Desa Kutuh (2011) Juara 2, Desa Ungasan (2013) juara 3. B N (BTN/kmb)

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Lamak

40th Anniversary of Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas

Lamak is a carving of coconut or palm leaves (either green or the young one which has a beige colour) as a pad which is placed in pelinggih. Inside of the lamak, there are various carvings meaning as religious symbols, generally contains the symbol of mountain, kekayonan, cili-cilian, moon, stars, sun, and so on. The use is equipped with plawa, canang, and incense. The shape is beautifuly dangle (sometimes waving in the wind) making it becomes a very attractive and artistic object to tourists, then by some people, used only its function as a decoration. B N

Life begins at Forty is a fitting way to describe the spirit by all the Staff and Management Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas. For 40 years, the Resort & Villa concept hotel has succeeded in keeping up with the tight competition of the hospitality industry in Bali.

he Management has strategically made improvement to the quality of their prodcuts and services over the years. This extremely well managed hotel has succeeded in increasing their profits and surviving the ebbs and flows of time. PT. Patrajasa has also continuously created social programs for the surrounding community as part of the companies corporate vision Celebrations of Patra Jasa Resort & Villas 40th anniversary which took place on July 7th, included a blood drive in collaboration with PMI (Nation Blood Association).

Blood, medication 9 basic needs materials (Sembako) were also donated to a man in Klungkung to help alleviate his living conditions.

He also received materials needed to make repairs to the roof of his house. All of which was amassed from donations made by the management and staff of the hotel as part of their share and care policy.

There was also an “employee fun gathering” at the tennis courts on August 9th with the theme ‘one heart, one spirit one goal’ as in; uniting heart and spirit to reach a common goal. Everyone wore sporty clothes and joined in the fun games that included; group cheers, ‘pass the stick’, ‘balloon racing’ and ‘crazy bridge’. Everyone was enthusiastic including General Manager of the hotel, Mrs. Cok Istri R. Lahriani.

“This event is a way to strength the team spirit of the employees and inspire them to work in a more lively manner, so that Patra Jasa Bali Resort & Villas can continue to thrive amid the tight competition of the hospitality industry” said Mrs. CokIstri R. Lahriani in her speech. B N (BTN/iva)

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Where to Go...

DENPASAR In the City

alinese community and travelers making a visit to Bali may not know about the location of zero point of distance calculation on the Island of Bali.

In fact, the zero point in the distance calculation is located in Denpasar, exactly in front of the statue of Puputan Badung of I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung Square, Denpasar. Zero point having been set forth by the Dutch has now been revitalized

by Denpasar Mayor I.B. Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra by making arrangement and beautifying the script of zero point with a circle made from copper that reads 0 km. After the revitalization program is running, Saturday (Aug. 8), Mayor Rai Mantra inaugurated the zero point of distance calculation of the Island of Bali starting in the city of Denpasar.

This arrangement is made right in the middle of the northern side

Zero Point of the Island of Bali

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of the Puputan Badung statue with copper script clearly showing the 0 km signpost. Some wooden chairs looked neat and can be used by visitors and travelers to make selfie shots in front of the zero km.

“The point of zero km of Bali Island lies in the center of the he-

roic struggle of Balinese people namely the Puputan Badung or I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung Square,” said Mayor Rai Mantra after signing the inscription of the zero point revitalization. Furthermore, Mayor Rai Mantra said that the Puputan Badung Square poses a milestone

in the struggle of Balinese people against the invaders with the spirit of Puputan Badung. So, for the people making a visit and coming to the island of Bali and have the opportunity to visit the city of Denpasar can come directly to the zero point and set foot to capture

the image by camera. Travelers and people that have visited the city of Denpasar and set foot on this zero point, according to Rai Mantra, will also get the spirit of life and a desire to visit again the island of Bali and Denpasar in particular. BTN (BTN/kmb)

Denpasar Government Tourism Office Address; Jl. Surapati No. 7 Denpasar, Ph. (0361) 234569, 223602, 231422 Fax. (0361) 223602 http://pariwisata.denpasarkota.go.id C12-104/081.1/358/Humas/2011

GIANYAR

The Center of Art

hen getting saturated with the coastal or urban atmosphere, try walking to Bali Pulina Agrotourism located at Pujung Kelod hamlet, Sebatu village, Tegallalang subdistrict, Gianyar.

This agrotourism offers a cool,

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Civet coffee.

Bali Puline Agrotourism in Gianyar

Travel and Explore while Tasting Civet Coffee calm and peaceful atmosphere. It offers clean air and beautiful panorama with coffee estate in combination with lush tropical garden. This agrotourism relies on its civet coffee product.

It is close to Ubud tourist destination with a distance of about 25 minutes and 50 minutes from Denpasar city by car. Employees working here are local people and they usually open every day from 07:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. When you enter into this agrotourism object, a kulkul (wooden split drum) will be beaten as a communication means telling the officers that visitors are coming.

This 1.5-hectare ​​ estate is planted with coffee, cacao and other local plants. Amid the plantation occurs an eco-friendly building made from wood and bamboo with thatched

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roof and klangsah (palm leaf raid).

The building is functioned as the enclosure of civet where civets are eating coffee beans.

One of the traditional activities on offer is the pounding of coffee bean by housewives in simple attires. Besides, there are also a cow and chicken coop. The activities at the location demonstrate the habits of people at local village. “Visitors having a promenade at this agrotourism area will be escorted by a guide,” said Operations Manager, Komang Suniati, accompanied by her staff Dewa Ayu Pradnya Dewi.

Skilled officers will guide each visitor to see various types of tree collections. Additionally, they will also see dozens of civet being busy eating coffee beans. Local guide will explain about the process of making civet coffee. More interestingly, visitors are also invited to see further process of civet coffee in the eco-friendly kitchen.

As the presentation given by local guide, civet coffee does not belong to varieties of coffee, but the coffee eaten by civet. The undigested coffee beans are secreted through civet droppings. Well, the coffee beans in the droppings are then processed into civet coffee.

“Civet is only digesting the skin of the coffee bean, while the beans remain intact and are still coated by the epidermis,” said Komang Suniati.

Civet is good at choosing coffee bean which one is really mature

Bali Pulina Agrotourism is a cool destination in Gianyar.

and good, so that it does not eat all the coffee beans. Civet droppings are then dried under the sun. After that, it is washed with hot water, dried again and the upholstery skin is peeled. Next, the beans are processed into coffee powder. “This activity is liked best by visitors. Afterwards, they can taste the original civet coffee and tea produced in the garden,” she said.

When walking in this agrotourism area, visitors like the panorama in the back of the garden. There is steep ground, directly adjacent to a cliff offering beautiful view of green valley. At the location, there are gazebos where visitors can sit while

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enjoying coffee, ginger coffee, vanilla, cacao and original Bali coffee. The most favorite is tea with lemon and ginger flavor and surely the civet coffee.

Visitors will be served with a wide variety of tea and coffee of various flavors. After that, visitors can buy coffee and tea of different flavors in the gallery.

In the meantime, visitors liking to see alluring scenery can take pictures with natural background.

“Foreign and domestic travelers as well as local communities like this place. They usually come with family and friends,” she concluded. BTN (BTN/015)

Gianyar Government Tourism Office Address; Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 9 Gianyar Ph. (0361) 943401 Fax. (0361) 943554 website:www.diparda.gianyarkab.go.id www.gianyartourism.com email: admingianyar@gianyarkab.go.id, info@gianyartourism.com C12-193/481.1/06/B.PEM/II/2011

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Tolerance here is a proverb that says “When in Rome, do as the Romans” , meaning we should behave respectfully towards the culture of the place where we are. Naturally we should, appreciate and respect local customs, culture and norms wherever we are.

Balinese philosophy holds the same notion as expressed desa mawa cara and negara mawa tata, meaning every village has its own regulations and customs that have to be complied with, as the state has laws that must be obeyed. Compliance with the prevailing norms of a place place indicates one’s appreciation and educational background. This is no exaggeration. Bali has a great diversity of norms from village to the next and these are influenced by many factors without their being one fundamental context. The substance of these differences can be a form of recognition of the essence of the Godhead: not different but remain one.

Actually this is the cultural richness for Bali and indicates that a culture is flourishing. And shows how interactions within a diverse society produce a basic consensus that governs social life, culture and religion. Desa mawa cara is within the scope of negara mawa tata that has a higher and more extensive scope of regulations.

From time immemorial, this has been the starting point of interactions between the people of Bali and foreign travelers. Mutual respect is the key to how harmony is maintained. In Bali,

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respect for the diverse cultures and customs of different local communities, from one village to the next is maintained, despite disparities. Desa mawa cara tells what can be done and what cannot. When entering a sanctum or temple, it’s the reference of how to behave, what attire should be adorned used and so forth. Be a good guest and be a good host.

In the present context too, the spirit of mutual respect should be maintained. Current social conditions in Bali are increasingly more complex with wideneing plurality. And it is not impossible the gap to widen and lead to conflict, if all parties do not remind each other of how to be harmonious and return to the basic philosophy.

Mutual appreciation and respect is required Indeed there is always the potential for conflict. However, with tolerance and humility, harmonony will become stronger. B N

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Ngerebong, a Unique Tradition of Kesiman Village KESIMAN village is still known to be very strong with the royal era. This customary village covering the Kesiman Petilan, Kesiman Kertalangu and Kesiman is known to have dozens of interrelated temples. The Kesiman Petilan alone has about 40 temples. Its villagers are known to strongly uphold their customs. ight days after the celebration of Kuningan festivity precisely on Redite (Sunday) Pon Medangsia, the Hindus at Kesiman organize the ngerebong tradition. This is a unique tradition held open to general public that want to watch. People wishing to enjoy the uniqueness of this tradition are required to wear traditional Balinese attires and woman getting her period is not allowed to come into the temple area.

Many people interpret the word Ngerebong as ‘assembling.’ Besides, there is also an interpretation as spinning. People believe that on the ngerebong day is the auspicious day where many gods gather. Center of this tradition is carried out at Petilan Temple. So, the temple is better known as the Pengerebon-

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gan Temple. Some people call this ngerebong an ancient tradition so that residents can be avoided from calamity or disaster. It includes the Butha Yadnya ceremony that aims to neutralize the evil power (bhuta) in order to become good power (god) so as not to interfere with human beings, especially at Kesiman.

A customary and cultural observer, I Wayan Turun, revealed that ngerebong ceremony aims to remind the Hindus through the sacred rituals so that they can continuously maintain the harmony of human relationship to God, fellow human beings and nature. Hence, the ritual is also called ngurek (self-stubbing by kris dagger) that rotates around wantilan hall clockwise. Aura of the trance is very intense at this customary ritual. B N (BTN/kmb)

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HE increasingly developing culinary business coupled with the vivacity of community to have a closer look at the culinary arts should be accommodated and given a wider space by the government. Moreover, the players in this sector mostly consist of smalland

medium-sized enterprises in need of help and guidance from other parties. This was disclosed by I Gusti Kompyang Pujawan, on the sidelines of the Sunday Market at the Bale Banjar Bali Global Shankara, Sanur, recently.

According to one of this Bali’s senior guides, the concern of the government is indispensable. If possible, there must be a kind of adoptive father by both government and private companies to provide capital assistance and guidance to improve the quality and quantity of the product, packaging or a place to sell and so on.

“I think the government should provide space for them to sell periodically,” said senior figure of the Denpasar-Fukuoka Brotherhood.

In Denpasar, he suggested, every Saturday and Sunday the Jalan Gajah Mada or the road in front

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Ngerebong ceremony is held to remind the hindus to preserve the harmony relation between human and god, among humans and with nature.

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of Jaya Sabha and Puputan Square are closed to culinary activities.

In some areas of Bali, these culinary arts have started to show off its capability after being given a decent place. “It is just like a night market slightly modified to make it better,” he said.

D e n pasar retaining m a n y destinations of city tour will be m o r e complete if it is enriched again with a more representative Balinese traditional culinary destination whether it is for local community or domestic and foreign travelers. It will be getting more complete to realize the jargon of Denpasar as a culture-based city.

Do not feel ashamed of imitating other destinations that offer culinary market like this. Similarly, it is not exaggeration for Denpasar to imitate other tourist cities of the world having provided traditional cuisines in particular.

“Other than in cultural context, it must also be developed in terms of culinary arts,” he said. According to him, it is not something difficult but just a matter of commitment and the spirit of the culinary entrepreneurs in the SME sector.

“And the market has been available,” said Pujawan. B N (BTN/pal)

fter ngurek or self-stabbing process, the priest performed meider bhuwana process. At that time was presented the Poleng Kesiman Dance, a kind of sacred dance that in the past was believed to be reliable soldiers owned by the King of Kesiman. It was also performed the Poleng Kesiman Dance held by the temple priests.

It is only danced by temple priests having the duty and authority to do it. As their property, the dancers bring a variety of weapons such as mace, spear, machete, shield and kris dagger and they all dance in a trance. Their movement is similar to that of martial arts and they are mostly in trance condition.

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Every now and then, the dancers need the help of others to soothe themselves when no longer unable to control the situation.

Many meaningful movements are showed off in this dance made by the dancers in a trance, like brandishing guns up. Movements of the dancers indicate readiness to fight and maintain the security of Kesiman village in terms of psychical world. It is similar to the meaning of sacred Baris Dance of Bali in general. This simple dance shows a greatness and dignity. All dance movements are full of charisma.

The dancers of Poleng Kesiman put on long-sleeved black velvet shirts, white clothes, checkered sarong and shawl

wrapped around their body. Besides, they also put on checkered headband. On the ear, they tuck a rejuna hibiscus flower and kris dagger in the waist.

This demonstrates one of the distinctive characteristics owned by the Poleng Kesiman Dance in terms of costumes. In the meantime, the dance is also accompanied by female temple priests in trance condition putting on allwhite attires and embellished with the clothes of Poleng Kesiman.

This procession is witnessed by priest of Dalem Temple of Kesiman along with royal officials and families. After that, the dancing temple priests come back into the innermost courtyard of the temple. B N (BTN/kmb)

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One of the dancers in trance poleng kesiman dance is one of wali dance believed as the soldier of kesiman king.

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Denpasar Endek Exhibition in Hong Kong

Sanur Tourism Must Retain its Character and Culture

Putu Suandewi, described the excitement she felt about being entrusted to promote the superior products of Denpasar -especially endek fabrics, on the international scene.

“Through the exhibition and promotional activities in the Hong Kong Fashion Week 2015, we expect traditional fabrics especially endek to become known in foreign countries. It is very possible because many international designers participated in the event” she said.

Along with endek, Suandewi also showed off ready-to-wear fashion styles and kebaya with full lacework. She hopes that the excellent products of Bali, and Denpasar in particular, can become better known internationally. “We will use this opportunity optimally to introduce our traditional fabrics” she concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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Marketer of the year, Hermawan Kartajaya, motivating the participants of the discussion at Puri Santrian Sanur.

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wo Denpasar designers, Wayan Ria Mariani (Rhea Cempaka) and Putu Suandewi (Anyar Kebaya) showcased their fashion products made from endek fabrics in the prestigious Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/Summer 2016. Promotion of the typical endek of Denpasar took place over four days (Jul. 6-9) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. “I introduced endek as a Balinese traditional fabric,” said Rhea Cempaka.

Rhea Cempaka, explained that during the event, she also featured and displayed fashion products such as songket, embroidered kebaya and apparel (ready to wear) made from traditional fabrics characterizing Bali.

These have becomes the superior products of Denpasar. “We hope that traditional hand woven products such as endek can be better known internationally. Our endek fabric is not inferior to the other types of fabrics” she said.

uring a discussion about tourism, organized by MarkPlus Center for Tourism and Hospitality at Puri Santrian Sanur on Friday (Jul. 31) titled “Tourism at the crossroads: The Case of Sanur” the future of Sanur as a tourist destination was explored. Sanur should be maintained as one of Denpasar’s tourist attractions and the future of Sanur tourism development needs to consider the character and culture of the local community, was the general sentiment of all those who attended. This discussion on tourism was the ninth of its kind, and was attended by various Bali tourism stakeholders.

During the discussion, Chairman of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Bali, Cokorda Artha Ardana Sukawati, said that the development of tourism in Sanur needs to consider the character and culture of local commu-

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nity. Cok Ace, as he is affectionately referred to, invited the community of Sanur to not feel estranged from tourism in their region, but instead to become actively involved in the development of tourism around them.

CEO of MarkPlus, Hermawan Kartajaya, said that Sanur is a unique area unlike Kuta, with its mass tourism and Ubud with its quality tourism. Sanur, he said, has developed in accordance with the character of the region and the people of Sanur.

Chairman of the Sanur Development Foundation (YPS), I.B. Gede Sidartha Putra, conveyed that Sanur tourism development is still controled by customary institutions or customary villages along with the Sanur Development Foundation. “This is make sure that the direction of tourist accommodation facility development in Sanur does not deviate from but rather complies with the character and culture of the local community” he concluded. B N (BTN/kmb)

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Where To Go . . .

Enjoy Bali by Surfing at Batu Bolong Beach atu Bolong Beach is located in Canggu Village, Kerobokan District, Badung about 200 meters away from Echo Beach. Batu Bolong Beach has great waves form surfing, and a magnificent view of the sunset. Many visitors from Kuta come to this beach to ride the waves or just to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the Indian Ocean.

This beach is usually used by Hindus to perform ceremonies at Batu Bolong Temple and Luhur Bhujangga Waisnawa Temple. So Batu Bolong Beach has become well known to foreing travellers as the beach where you can surf and witness interesting Hinudu ceremonies.

Kelian Banjar Dinas Desa Adat Canggu, I Wayan Mustara said, that on certain days like Piodalan Day in one of the temples, many CAnggu villagers come to celebrate.. “For other tiruals such as Melasti, Mendak Pratima, Mesuci and Melukat, people from other villages sch as Kapuan, Baturiti, Petang and Abiansemal also come to this beach to conduct their ceremonies. frequently conduct the ceremony. Sometimes tourists tke pictures of these eye catching events”,explained Mustara.

Apart from surfing and ceremonies there are other activvities that draw tourists to this beach: “there is a fisherman group named Merta Segara Canggu have been around since 1986, who use . traditional boats to go out to sea and this too attracts tourists” said Mustara.

The tourists can rent surf boards at Batu Bolong Beach “for only IDR 150.000 to 200.000 according to the size and IDR 40.000 for body boards. Visitors can also buy beach clothes and accessories like necklace, bracelets, from people selling on the beach” Mustara added. (BTN/ocha)

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Brahma Buddhist Monastery

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s located at Banjar Tegeha village, 18 km to the west of Singaraja and 2 km south of SingarajaSeririt highway. This temple is perched at the foot of the hill overlooking the sea. The Brahma

Arama Buddhist Monastery is the largest Buddhist temple in Bali. It spreads across a quite extensive area. From its location on a hill, visitors can enjoy the beautiful view of the North Bali Sea stretching from the east to the west. This Buddhist

elanting waterfalls are 15 meteres high and are set amongst coffee and clove plantations, in the east end of Munduk village, Banjar subdistrict, some 42 km south of the town of Singaraja. The sound of splashing water, small birds and grasshoppers coupled with its remote atmosphere, provide a wonderful natural ambience for visitors. Aside from waterfalls and Lake Tamblingan, Munduk village is also rich in other wonders such as cloves and coffee plantations and fruits such as citrus and flower plantations. Exotic terraced rice fields are very popular among visitors for trekking.

temple holds a remarkable attraction for both foreign and domestic tourists. The impressive monument resembling a large temple bell was donated by Thailand and the panels depicts the story of Buddha. This monastery is an ideal destination for those seeking an appropriate venue for meditation.

Buleleng Government Office : Pahlawan street 1st Singaraja Bali Indonesia, Telp : 0362 – 21146, Email : kominfo@bulelengkab.go.id, Website : www.bulelengkab.go.id

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Tips of Tanah Lot to Improve Services reating comfort for travelers is an absolute requirement for destination management. However, do not forget such a comfort is also required by working environment of the employees, so that they can provide the best services for guests. It is the reason for Tanah Lot to establish new operational building inaugurated recently.

A three-floor building was inaugurated by the Regent of Tabanan, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, Friday (Aug. 7) marked by the signing of inscription and ribbon cutting. Other than attended by the staff and employees, the inauguration ceremony was witnessed

by Deputy Regent Komang Gede Sanjaya, legislators and community leaders.

Operations Manager of the Tanah Lot tourist attraction, I Ketut Toya Adnyana, said that the new building poses an effort to improve services to visitors. In addition, the more spacious building can accommodate all the employees, so that their presence is not separated. “Hopefully, they can work comfortably so that it will have good impact on the quality of service to visitors,” he said.

The construction, explained Toya Adnyana, is the program of the Tanah Lot

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management board launched in October 2014. The construction was completed in June 2015. Its development fund is taken from the development and promotion fund worth IDR 2.7 billion. “We would like to express our gratitude to all the parties and the government for the success of this building,” he said.

Regent Eka congratulated the inauguration of the new building of the Tanah Lot tourist attraction. With the new building, she expected to improve services to travelers. “Hopefully, with this new building the services to travelers can be improved,” she said.

Tanah Lot tourist attraction, said Regent Eka, is one of the best known tourist destinations in Tabanan, so that all parties shall love and maintain its sustainability. “As we know the Tanah Lot tourist attraction is a legacy that must be kept and preserved, and then love ours and be proud of it,” she said.

Along with the event, the regent delivered a parcel to 50 legion veterans (LVRI) of Tabanan. The social activity was made in a series with the 70th celebration of the Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia. B N (BTN/015)

Jero Niti Faces Challenges as Public Relations hen addressed, this woman will surely smile and salute. Furthermore, she offers services what she can help. Understandably as Promotion and Development Division Head of the Tanah Lot tourist attraction, she should be friendly and courteous to everyone especially visitors, travel agents and journalists. “It is my duty to provide information for visitors, including media,” she said with a friendly smile.

Ni Made Suarniti is her complete name. This beautiful woman, a graduate from Information System Department of STIKOM Surabaya, does not have a background in public relations. She started her career as IT staff at Tanah Lot tourist attraction in 2007. “I’m actually not a public relations officer, but the work is related to that department that always provides information. In addition, from the beginning I have acquainted with media, so that it is still going on until now,” she said.

This mother of two sons who is addressed Jero Niti previously worked as a trainer and technician at Ciptama Computer during the period of 20062007. Since she wanted to get more experiences, she later chose as the staff at the Tanah Lot tourist attraction combining the uniqueness of Tanah Lot Temple and the magnificent sunset. “Our relationship to media is very well maintained. In essence, it needs intense communication and constantly

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provides correct information in accordance with the facts. Surely, it is based on permission of the leadership,” she said calmly.

Other than maintaining good relations to media, said Jero Niti, it must also be equipped with maintaining good relations with her superior, so that there will be good communication and coordination as well. By that way, miscommunication in the field implementation can be avoided. Should there be any complaint, it must be first coordinated with leadership to get the

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Regent of Tabanan, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, is inaugurating the Operational Building of Tanah Lot tourist attraction marked by the signing of inscription and the cutting of the ribbon. best solution. “I am more focused on the job.

Although after working hours, I definitely make my time for travelers, travel agent or media that need information,” she added.

In essence, she tried as much as possible to focus on and serve visitors. Moreover, her gadget should always be in hand because every time partners or customers may send an email, BBM or a call. “I have loved this job because I can recognize various people’s characters and broaden insights as well as get more relations and more friends. Besides, I can also get latest

information from them. In other words, we can share more,” she said.

Nevertheless, Jero Niti claimed to have many challenges to be resolved namely providing the required information quickly, clearly and precisely.

In addition, foreign language is also an obstacle for her. She only masters one foreign language, namely English, so that if anyone other than speaking English would like to ask for information, it becomes a little difficult for her. “Sometimes, I must look for an interpreter first,” added this dancer and singer of Hindu psalmody seriously. B N (BTN/015)

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Lovina Beach Sailing Competition s part of the celebrations for Indonesia’s 70th anniversary of independence, fishermen from Binaria Lovina Beach, located in Kalibukbuk village, Buleleng held a sailing competition on Tuesaday, August 8th. Without hesitation, 101 fishermen bolted out of the harbor, paddling with in a trance like state and kept up their enthusiasm thanks to the support of those on shore who cheered them on. Despite the apparent exhaustion of the participants (who earn their living as fishermen), they all gave themselves up to the spirit of competition, making opponents of those whom they are friends with in everyday life, for the sake of entertainment.

Putu Agus Suradnyana, ST, Regent of Buleleng officially opened the event which brings together celebrations of Indonesian independence and the world of

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tourism. “Because the race finishes in Lovina, there will be a dance and musical performance there as away to draw tourists to the finish line. That way we can bring together tourism and Independence day celebration” said Suradnyana.

Thousands of portions of fish satay were served at Kerobokan beach and a thousand bowls of fish soup

were served at Binaria Lovina beach as the trophies were handed out to first place winners; Untung Sulaiman and Samsudin Sam, second place winners Ahmad Fadly and zainuri Adam, and third place winners, Rahmat Hidayat , all of whom are members of the Sinar Bahari Fishermen Group, Banjar Distric. B N (BTN/015)

Spirit of fishermen taking part in boating competition in Lovina beach

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Tabanan County has many life spiritual centers. It is evidenced by the existence of many temples scattered in every subdistrict.

Other than trinity temples, there are also public temples.

One of them is the Ida Panembahan Jro Gede Tanah Pegat located at Tanah Pegat, hamlet, Gubug village, Tabanan.

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t is easy to reach the temple, especially for residents that have been to Yeh Gangga Beach. From Wisma Prashanti Hospital or heading for Yeh Gangga Beach, it is straight to the south. Approximately after one kilometer away, turn left and from here the journey to the temple is around two hundred meters away.

Chairman of the Development Committee of the Jro Gede Tanah Pegat Temple, I Ketut Mudra, said that according to chronicle of the ancestors the deity abiding at the Tanah Pegat is Ida Bhatara Dalem Majapahit. The temple is estimated to have been established in 1416. It was originated from Ida Bhatara Dalem Majapahit who left Java to Bali followed by 13 faithful followers.

Having enthroned at Tanah Pegat and had a shrine, it was inaugurated by Danghyang Nirartha or Ida Pedanda Sakti Wau Rauh. During that time, Danghyang Nirartha got a revelation that supporting devotees of Ida Panembahan Sakti Jro Gede Tanah Pegat should not be more or less than 13 people and it still applies up to these days.

In short, Ida Dalem Majapahit enthroned at this temple. Once upon a time, a magic contest was held

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between the King of Mengwi and the King of Tabanan. The King of Tabanan was represented by Ida Panembahan Sakti Jro Gede Tanah Pegat, while the King of Mengwi was represented by a dog and Barong Rentet.

The fight was eventually won

by Ida Sakti Panembahan Jro Gede Tanah Pegat.

After witnessing the magical power of Ida Panembahan Sakti Jero Gede Tanah Pegat, Cokorde or the King of Tabanan was very confident and announced to the public that if people organized a cremation ceremony and all kinds of disaster prevention ceremony must

obtain holy water from Ida Panembahan Sakti Jero Gede Tanah Pegat.

As another interesting point, Ida Panembahan Sakti Jero Gede Tanah Pegat is very generous in his function. This happens because he gives grace in various forms, such as well being in the agricultural sector, particularly in the prevention of pest and diseases. Besides, it also includes the provision of boon to cure various illnesses suffered by people. He continued that Ida Panembahan Sakti Jero Gede Pegat is also believed to be the escort of individual soul to the afterlife realm.

The Jro Gede Tanah Pegat Temple spreading across 300 square meters of ​​land was moved a few years ago.

The relocation was funded by donation of all the devotees. Previously, this temple stood on the southern side on the land borrowed from local people.

In the meantime, the temple with piodalan or birthday falling on Saniscara Kuningan is divided into two courtyards. At outermost courtyard, there are two buildings, resting pavilion and kulkul or wooden split drum tower. In the meantime, in the innermost courtyard stands a chamber shrine as the abode of Ida Panembahan Sakti Jro Gede Tanah Pegat. B N (BTN/kmb)

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