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DescriptionBaedeker is proud to welcome this brand new guide to Bali. At the heart of this full-colour and visually inspiring guide is a wealth of well-researched information and over 100 detailed recommendations, written by experts. You will find all the sights and top attractions explored in an easy-to-read A-Z format, with 3D laminated illustrations displaying the key sights in perspective. Clear and concise background texts cover simply everything worth knowing about Bali, including nature, politics, history, art, and above all - its people and their everyday life on 'the Island of the Gods'. Special feature pages can be found throughout the guide covering topics of particular interest and providing a rare glimpse into island culture. A comprehensive 'Practicalities' chapter covers all the essential travel advice you need, including accommodation, transport, food and drink, health, entertainment, shopping and much more, not to mention insider tips for travellers with disabilities, those travelling with children and those saving money. Table of contentsBACKGROUND: Island of the Gods; Facts; Nature; 3D: Island Topography; Population; Politics; Economy; Religion; Religious Belief is their Architect; History; Prehistory and Early History; Influences from India; Colonialization; Independent State; The Present; Art and Culture; Temple Architecture; Sculpture; Painting; Arts and Crafts; Dance; Music; Wayang; Literature; Famous People. PRACTICALITIES: Accommodation; Arrival; Before the Journey; Children in Bali; Electricity; Emergency; Etiquette and Customs; Festivals, Holidays and Events; The Oggo-Oggoof Nyepi; Food and Drink; Health; Information; Language; Literature; Media; Money; Personal Safety; Post and Communications; Prices; Shopping; Sport and Entertainment; Balinese Spas; Time; Transport; Travellers with Disabilities; When to Go. TOURS: Travelling in Bali; Tour 1: In the Centre of Bali; Tour 2: The Southeast; Tour 3: The Island Tour. SIGHTS FROM A to Z: Amlapura; Bali Barat National Park; Bangli; Bedugul; Bedulu; Besakih; 3D: Pura Besakih; Bukit Badung; Five-Star Accomodations in Harmony with Nature; Candi Dasa; Celuk; Denpasar; Gianyar; Gilimanuk; Kapal; Klungkung; Kubutambahan; Kuta; Lombok; Mengwi; Negara; Peliatan; Penelokan; Penida; Nusa Penida; Sanur; A Love Story on Bali; Singaraja; Sukawati; Tabanan; Tampaksiring; Tenganan; Ubud. Glossary; Index; Photo Credits; List of Maps and Illustrations; Publisher's Information |