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Bali Map Q3 Edition July - September 2019

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The <strong>Bali</strong> Hotels Association and I bid you a warm welcome to our home,<br />

the island of the Gods.<br />

In light of the recent volcanic eruption from <strong>Bali</strong>'s sacred Mount Agung,<br />

travellers are suggested to keep a safe distance of a 10km radius. Just in<br />

case, our national emergency number +62 (0361) 211.<br />

To assist you in your adventures around our island, we are delighted to bring<br />

you this detailed and comprehensive map; Official from the <strong>Bali</strong> Hotels<br />

Association.<br />

<strong>Bali</strong> presents the perfect blend of the modern and the traditional…<br />

Enjoy the famous Ogoh Ogoh Parade and the <strong>Bali</strong>nese Nyepi Day in March.<br />

We hope you enjoy your time with us and stay safe.<br />

Thank you,<br />

Ricky Putra<br />

Chairman of the <strong>Bali</strong> Hotels Association<br />

January - March 2018<br />

Chinese New Year<br />

• February 16, 2018<br />

Chinese New Year is a local public holiday that allows those celebrating to reconnect<br />

with their families and prepare for the arrival of the new lunar year. Travellers looking to<br />

be apart of the celebration can visit Vihara Darmayana in Kuta, Vihara Ong Tay Jen Griya<br />

Kongco Dwipayana in Denpasar or Satya Dharma Temple also in Denpasar.<br />

Ogoh Ogoh Parade<br />

• March 16, 2018<br />

Ogoh Ogoh are giant puppets made in the form of mythological <strong>Bali</strong>nese demons. On<br />

the eve before Nyepi Day they are paraded on the streets of <strong>Bali</strong> to purify the island<br />

from spiritual pollutants and ward off the evil spirits. The best spots to view the parade<br />

include Taman Satria Gatotkaca in Tuban, Bemo Corner in Kuta, Puputan Badung in<br />

Denpasar, By Pass & Danau Buyan Intersection in Sanur, By Pass & Campus Unud<br />

Intersection in Jimbaran and By Pass & Gopala Intersection in Nusa Dua.<br />

Nyepi<br />

• March 17, 2018<br />

Nyepi is well known as the “Day of Silence”, which represents the New Year under the<br />

<strong>Bali</strong>nese calendar. Starting from 6am until 6am the next morning, Nyepi is for self<br />

contemplation, fasting and meditation for the <strong>Bali</strong>nese. Restrictions include: no fire or<br />

cooking, no working, no entertainment, no travelling and, for some, no eating and<br />

talking.<br />

info@balibrochurecompany.com<br />

+62 (0361) 472 5900

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