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With its numerous temples, Bali, Indonesia, is known as the Island of the Gods. While Bali Island is particularly famous for Kuta Beach, the island also offers lush jungles in Ubud, terraced rice paddies in Canggu, rugged coastlines in Tanah Lot, and even an active volcano at Mount Batur. Visitors can enjoy jungle trekking, mountain climbing, snorkeling and scuba diving.

Key facts

Visitors will fly into Bali through Denpasar International Airport (DPS), which is also known as Ngurah Rai International Airport. From there, travelers can choose from many different accommodations ranging from hotel options, to extravagant resorts. Popular areas to stay include Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, Ubud and Sanur. The easiest way for visitors to travel around the island is to hire a private car and driver.

Hints and tips

Bali enjoys a tropical climate, with temperatures ranging between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. The wet season with monsoons for Bali, is between the months of December and March. Bali's unique mix of cultures is the result of Hindu, Javanese and Dutch influences throughout its history.

The nightlife on Bali ranges from the younger crowd who enjoy partying in Kuta's Jalan Legian, to more luxurious nightclubs in Seminyak. Visitors may particularly enjoy travelling to the island during Nyepi; the Hindu New Year, to witness parades with large colorful giants called ogoh ogoh, and to experience the day of complete silence that follows.