Sail Indonesia 2007 International

BANGLI – About 80 people from Sea Bali Sail Indonesia 2007 International Yacht Rally group visited Kintamani and Penglipuran traditional village (23/9). They were welcomed by the Bangli Regent Nengah Arnawa after which they had a delicious lunch near the Penglipuran Struggle Monument (BTN/suka)

Tourism & Peace

KUTA – Tens people from several backgrounds, like tourism stakeholders, academism, and religious figures came together to discuss tourism and peace. The seminar was held in conjunction with the Peace Evocation 2006. According to Mr. I Gede Ardika, the former Minister Tourism and Culture, Indonesia has a good philosophy named Bhineka Tunggal Ika. It means that Indonesia is an archipelago island state, with different religions, arts and cultures, but they are the plus points in tourism for this country and it is the soul of tourism in Indonesia. Added by Mr. Anand Krishna, this soul of tourism should be maintained well, besides taking care of the other three elements in this country like good education, good governance and healthy social life. The one-day seminar was cheered up by singing songs of peace and painting peace messages on a canvas by the panelists and this was followed by participants. The seminar was held at the Sahid Hotel Kuta Monday (9/10). (BTN/Rai)

Gandrung Dance

KUTA – Not only Balinese traditional dances were performed at the Kuta Karnival, but The Gandrung dance from East Java also participated in this event. "Gandrung" dance is the same as the Joged Bungbung dance in Bali and it is performed by several beautiful girls. Seen in the picture are the Gandrung dancers performing at Kuta Beach before a huge crowd of domestic and foreign tourists. The festival ended Saturday (23/9). (BTN/018)

Temple Ceremony

BADUNG – On the 4th full moon (Sasih Kapat), Saturday (7/10), Hotel Bali Tropic Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua held a ceremony at its hotel temple. All Hindu staff members attended the ritual ceremony and it received good attention from the guests of Bali Tropic Resort. Seen in the picture is the ritual ceremony which took place on the beach. (BTN/015)

Foster Father of Sangeh Tourism Object

BADUNG – Since, Tuesday (10/10) the Bali Tropic Resort & Spa in Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua Bali, officially adopted the Sangeh Tourism Object. To show their commitment, the management of Hotel Bali Tropic paid a visit to Sangeh. The group was lead by Mr. Nyoman Aryadana, Executive Assistant Manager and was welcomed by Mr. Ida Bagus Dipayana as the Head of Sangeh Costmary Village and by the head of Sangeh Tourism Object Organizer, Mr. I Made Sumohon. On that occasion, Mr. Aryadana introduced him self and discussed a reconstruction planning program of this object. ( BTN/015)

Stunning Wedding Chapel

NUSA DUA – Nikko Bali Resort & Spa, in conjunction with Bridal House Tutu from Japan are delighted to announce the new "Wiwaha" Wedding Chapel. Capturing a sweeping 180-degree view of ocean scenery, this magnificent split-level glass structure will provide an intimate setting for couples to exchange wedding and commitment vows. Named "Wiwaha", which means marriage that is normally used by the royal family in ancient Sanskrit, the chapel will have an indoor capacity to accommodate 30-seated guests for a normal wedding service and 50 guests for a standing cocktails style reception. There will also be ample outdoor space of a grassed terrace and Balinese gateway for more traditional photo opportunities. "Wiwaha" is providing one of the most of romantic backdrops in Bali couples to celebrate their unity as husband and wife in front of an audience of friends, family and loved ones. It will complement all of the other facilities available at Nikko Bali Resort & Spa and help promote the island of Bali as an idyllic wedding and honeymoon destination. The Grand opening of this new facility held on Saturday (7/10). (BTN/Rai)

World Record of "Cak Collosal 5000"

TABANAN—Coinciding with the sunset in the west, the Colossal "Cak 5000" was performed at the front courtyard of Tanah Lot Temple, Tabanan, Friday (29/9). The performing art was entitled "the Death of Kumbhakarna and Ravana", with the backdrop of Tanah Lot Temple and the pounding waves drew comforting attention from spectators comprising the local community, domestic and foreign tourists. It was inaugurated with the presentation of the Environmental Dance and completed with the Snake Dance. Attendees of this unique event, consisted of the former President of Indonesia, Megawati Soekarnoputri, the National Minister for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Jero Wacik, Chairman of the Record Museum of Indonesia (MURI) Mr. Jaya Suprana, the Governor of Bali represented by Cultural Division Head Nikanaya, the regents and mayor throughout Bali. Prior to the performance, the Regent of Tabanan, Mr. Adi Wiryatama as the initiator of the Colossal Cak (Kecak Dance) received the highest awards from MURI presented by Megawati on the deference to nobility of Jaya Suprana, the owner of MURI. Minister Jero Wacik handed the record certificate to the Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Ketut Nuriasa. (BTN/015)