Information about bali indonesia

According to its Tourism Board, which is linked under Resources, the island of Bali is often voted as the world's best island by International Travel Magazine. This tropical paradise, which is part of Indonesia, attracts travelers from around the world to its tropical lifestyle.

Description

The island measures roughly 55 miles wide and 86 miles long, and is surrounded by the Java Sea in the north and the Indian Ocean in the south.

Topography

A mountain chain splits the land in two, with Mt. Agung, an active volcano and the tallest peak, rising about 952 miles above sea level.

Nature

Typical Balinese plants include banyan trees, tamarinds, acacias, palms and bamboo. Native animals include monkeys, small deer, civets and 300 species of birds.

People

The population of 3 million is primarily Hindu with 370,000 living in the capital of Denpasar. Most Balinese practice farming, with fishing, crafts and trading as secondary professions.

Documents

To enter Bali, Americans need a passport good for at least six months beyond the date of entry as well as a visa bought on arrival that lasts for 7 or 30 days