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Food & Beverage

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Gourami:

Served with Green Papaya and String Bean

o grace a festivity or a party in Balinese nuance, the presence of lawar as Balinese typical food apparently becomes a compulsory delicacy. It is not only hot, but also takes you to explore the treasure of Balinese complete spices. The common

basic flesh used for making lawar in Bali are pork, chicken and manila duck (kuwir). As alternative, it can be used snail and gourami. The following is the simpler one, namely urab-uraban made from the combination of string bean, green or young papaya

and gourami. Ingredients: 500g gourami, 1handful of string bean, 500g young papaya, Ground spices: 6 cloves shallot, 4 cloves garlic, 2 pcs candlenut, 1 small chili, ½ tsp coriander, 1 stalk lemongrass, 1 slice turmeric, 1 slice galangal, 1 slice ginger, 2 pcs kaffir lime leaf (thinly sliced), ½ tsp salt, 1 pc salam leaf, 2 tbsp palm oil Others: 1 tbsp fried shallot, 1 tbsp fried chili, 2 tbsp limejuice Method: · Halve the gourami but do not let it break off. Take out its innards and cleanse thoroughly. Smear it by limejuice and salt and take aside for some 10 minutes. Afterward, steam it until cooked and then shred. · Stir-fry the ground spices until smelling fragrant and take out. · Cut short the string bean. Peel the green or young papaya, discard its seeds and grate it. Boil the string bean and grated papaya, but do not let it be too tender. Take out. · Mix well all ingredients and add with spices, fried shallot, fried chili and kaffir lime leaf. Now, it is ready to serve and enough for five portions. B N (BTN/punia)

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Colorful Ball Cakes:

Going Green with the Celebration

elebrations come and go all the year round. They roll like an everlasting ball. In harmony with the movement, the serving of ball

cakes can light up those celebrations. They are ‘ecofriendly’ cakes because made from easy-obtained and natural ingredients. They can become an

alternative to grace the Christmas celebration going green with nature. As shown on the picture, the left cake is made from grated cassava filled with sugar and grated coconut sauce inside. Meanwhile, the next ball cakes are known as kelepon becoming the icon of Tanah Lot typical cake. They are made from purple sweet potato mixed with sticky rice flour, while the green ones from rice and sticky rice flour. Its natural green is obtained from the extract of suji leaves. They are very delicious. However, please be careful when consuming the kelepon as it contains liquid sauce inside. Simply put in the mouth first and then you may bite it. Otherwise, it will explode. Have a safe bite and a nice palate! (BTN/punia)

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December 11 - 24, 2009 Your guide to this island

Your guide to this island

Founder : K. Nadha; General Manager: I Nyoman Wirata; Chief Editor: I Gusti Ngurah Wisnu Wardana; Marketing and Journalists: Nyoman Budarsana; Desak Rai Satriani; Photographer: Gustra, Graphic Designer: I Gusti Nyoman Widnyana, I Wayan Sudiasa, Wayan Suka; Contributors: Wayan Beratha Yasa, Ida Bagus Lolec, Ketut Wiana, Wayan P. Windia, Suteja Neka, Ketut Sumadi, AA.G.Raka Dalem, Wayan Punia, Made Tarmada, Wayan Suka (Bangli), Wawan (Klungkung), Lanus Sumatra, Ketut Supir (Singaraja), Gde Budana (Karangasem); Marketing: Kadek ery; Address: Gedung Bali Post, 3rd Floor, Jalan Kepundung 67 A, Denpasar 80232, Bali – Indonesia, Phones: 62-361-(249484 – 249485), Facsimile: 62-361-249486, E-mail: batrav@indo.net.id; Home-page: http://www.bali-travelnews.com; License: 596/SK/ Menpen/SIUPP/1998 (dated 14th October 1998): Publisher: Koperasi Tarukan Media Dharma; Printer: PT Bali Post (PT. Bali Post does not claim responsibility for the contents of this publication).

From The Editor Tri Hita Karana—Harmony and Togetherness riday, December 4, Bali Travel News celebrated its eleventh anniversary. There were three activities organized to improve the quality of this tabloid. In the morning, it was held the rice cone cutting committed by the elder figure of Bali Post, Mrs. Desak Raka Nadha, becoming the height of the celebration. Then, it was resumed with a workshop about Tri Hita Karana (THK) in harmony the environmental and tourism development. To shore up this event, two national figures were invited, namely Prof. Emil Salim and I Gede Ardika. They talked at length about Bali tourism. Meanwhile, the third activity was the presentation of THK Awards to hotels and tourist destinations in Bali. This event was executed at Denpasar Art Center. It was truly joyful and vivacious and attended by the circle of tourism businesspeople throughout Bali. Through this good opportunity, we would like to express our profound gratitude to colleagues and partners that have extended their best to make our eleventh anniversary successful. B N

Column by Jan Hendrik Peters

The reincarnation of Melapa, Melapi The first time I heard of Melapa, Melapi was a month ago when I had a discussion with the chief-editor of Bali Travel News about the significance of the Tri Hita Karana (three causes of goodness) for the sustainability of the unique Balinese Hindu culture. he philosophy of Tri Hita Karana implies that happiness, prosperity and peace of mind are only attainable when the three elements of God, Human and Nature coexist in harmony with each other in daily life. Hotels are competing yearly for one of the prestigious THK awards and at the time you read this column we already know who the lucky ones are. From the moment I heard about Melapa, Melapi, I was triggered to know more. Why to organize a specific ceremony to present the so-called Melapa, Melapi Awards to those hotels who are excellent in Balinese food. In this respect Balinese food implies not only the cooking itself but also the presentation and the service. Amazingly, these three aspects represent exactly the three dimensions of the Tri Hita Karana. The taste and quality of the food symbolize the spirituality; the presentation symbolizes the relationship to the environment and the service the relationship between people. A committee of chefs and some food experts from outside will assess the competing hotels and restaurants. Based on this assessment the winners will be selected for respectively the categories cooking, presentation and service. Each of them will receive the Melapa, Melapi Award. Finally one overall winner will be chosen who has achieved the highest average of all three categories. During one whole year this hotel or restaurant can be considered as the number one in Balinese food. A first orientation shows that Melapa and Melapi are the

Gods of the kitchen from the old time (some prefer to speak of Melapa and Melapi as the Spirits of the kitchen). Their relatively small statues were put amongst other kitchen utensils on the fireplace. It is not clear yet if Melapa and Melapi were married, but for sure they are a couple and belong to each other as Yin and Yang. Probably in some rural places, where people live up much more to the tradition than in the city, we still can find nice examples of this couple in the kitchen. But in general we can just conclude that Melapa and Melapi as Gods of the Balinese kitchen are forgotten or maybe better to say are sleeping. People, when asked if they know the names of Melapa and Melapi, always give the same answer that they don’t know. Although they are sleeping, they are still there and by organizing the ceremony of the Melapa, Melapi Awards, the memory of these Gods will stay alive. But the ambition could be higher and could be focused on the reincarnation of the two Gods, so they wake up and will be restored in their dignity and will be worshiped once more as the promoters and protectors of the Balinese kitchen. Balinese food as an indispensable aspect of the Balinese Hindu culture, that on one hand will be sacrificed to the Gods and on the other hand will be consumed by people, so they can live in balance with God, each other and environment. Wouldn’t it be nice if the statues of the Mc Donald’s clown and of Colonel Sander of Kentucky Fried Chicken could be toppled down and be replaced by Melapa and Melapi? Let us try hard to get back the original statues of Melapa and Melapi from The Netherlands, which are now saved in the store of the Volkenkundig Museum in Leiden and let us give the copies in return who are now in the store of the Museum in Denpasar. It is only fair that the originals will stay where they belong to, and that place is definitely Bali, where the forgotten Gods of Melapa and Melapi once more will (BTN/*) come to life. B N

THK Elements at Market he elements of tri hita karana (THK) are easily identified at traditional markets. All physical or artifact subsystems, namely territories, buildings along with their various kinds of commodities on sale that comprise supporting facilities of the palemahan implementation (gatra); merchants, suppliers, competitors, buyers (customers) as gatra pawongan (social subsystem); and sanctum at market vicinity—including carved offerings platform on each merchant—as gatra parhyangan (thinking pattern subsystem). In this topic, we will especially discuss the sanctum that belongs to the Svagina (profession) Temple category, while the name of temples at markets that are used as sanctums by merchants of Hindu devotees is called Melanting Temples. These temples are predominately established in the uppermost area, or in the midst of the market. In addition, each merchant, at his own counter, has an offering platform that is called a pelangkiran to put daily sesajen (offerings). These all constitute a visualization of the omnipresent God. It means that God is not only present at temples, but also in every space and time. There is God at the place of trading, at rice fields, dryfields, offices, rivers, sea and so forth there is God. If there is no time to go to temple, God can be venerated through offering a platform that is set up by the merchant. In the era of global competition, Melanting Temples at markets and offering platforms, each merchant needs revitalization of its significance. This matter also pertains to the way of life of

Balinese people that is called tri hita karana, or three interdependent sources of bliss. Why should there be a temple for worshipping at a market or merchant’s counter? In this kali (the last of four ages in this life according to Hinduism) age, money is frequently regarded as the most valuable possession of mankind. Since it is regarded as the most valuable, so the dynamics of money predominates to present temptation. If one always remembers God at every occasion in his life’s activity, he will be more assertive to face such temptations. Hence, the markets in Bali are always completed with a temple to remind us that in trading they always maintain the nobility of intellect and mental assertiveness to face miscellaneous temptations in this life. In Hindu teachings, there is God veneration in his manifestation as Dewi Laksmi to ask for outward and spiritual vigor so that mankind will live prosperously and honorably. Since in the concept of Hinduism is highly emphasized on efforts to implement economic prosperity and it may not diverge from any religious teaching of God’s utterance. In the Holy Scripture ‘Manawa Dharmasastra’ (IX.287) it is stated that a trader may not deceive buyers, moreover his customers. For instance, it is highly forbidden to counterfeit goods—bogus or imitative goods are said to be genuine. It is not allowed to disorder the standard of the scale or measurement for goods and services. Merchants may not tell lies, as one of the main assets of the merchant is public trust.

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Tourist Police Stations at Tourism Areas in Bali 1. Denpasar Area a. Tourist Assistance Centre (24 hours) WR Supratman Street, Ph : (0361) 224111 b. Denpasar City Police Station, Gunung Sanghyang Street, Denpasar. Phone (0361) 424346 – 422323 c. South Denpasar Police Sector, By Pass Ngurah Rai Sanur, Denpasar. Phone (0361) 288597 d. West Denpasar Police Sector, A Yani Street No 100, Denpasar. Phone (0361) 225456 e. East Denpasar Police Sector, Prof. Ida Bagus Mantra Street, Denpasar. Phone (0361) 464694 f. Kuta Police Sector, Kuta Street No. 141, Kuta Phone (0361) 751598 – 752110 g. South Kuta Police Sector, By Pass Ngurah Rai, Bualu-Nusa Dua. Phone (0361) 772110 h. Tourist Police Post, Pantai Kuta Street, Kuta i. Bualu Tourist Police Station, Bundaran Tugu Mandala of BTDC, Nusa Dua j. Tourist Police Station (24 hours), Jl. Double Six Beach, Kuta. 2. Badung Area a. Badung Police Station, Gusti Ngurah Rai Street, Mengwi. Phone (0361) 829949 b. Mengwi Police Sector, Gusti Ngurah Rai Street, Mengwi. Phone (0361) 411270 c. Petang Police Sector, Majapahit Street, Petang. Phone (0361) 813975 d. Abiansemal Police Sector, Ciung Wanara Street No. 80352, Blahkiuh. Phone (0361) 813972 e. North Kuta Police Sector, Canggu Street. Kuta. 3. Gianyar Area a. Gianyar Police Resort, Jln Ngurah Rai,Gianyar. Phone (0361) 293110 b. Ubud Sector Police Station, Andong Street, Ubud. Phone (0361) 975316 c. Sukawati Sector Police, Sukawati Street, Phone (0361) 298723 –298110 d. Tourist Police Station, Simpang Puri Ubud 4. Tabanan Area. a. Tabanan Police Resort, Pahlawan Street, Tabanan. Phone (0361) 811210 – 814445 b. Alas Kedaton Tourist Police Station. c. Tanah Lot Tourist Police Station, Kediri. Phone (0361) 812399 5. Singaraja Area a. Buleleng Police Resort, Pramuka Street, Singaraja. Phone (0362) 41510 – 21116 b. Lovina Tourist Police Station at Lovina 6. Klungkung Area a. Klungkung Police Resort, Untung Surapati Street No. 28. Phone (0366) 21115 b. Tourist Police Station at Goa Lawah tourism attraction 7. Bangli Area a. Bangli Police Resort, Merdeka Street No.98. Phone (0366) 91072 b. Tourist Police Station at Kintamani tourism attraction 8. Karangasem Area a. Karangasem Police Resort, Bhayangkara Street No. 1 Phone (0363) 21220 b. Tourist Police Station of Candidasa c. Tourist Police Station of Tulamben d. Tourist Police Station of Besakih 9. Jembrana Area a. Jembrana Police Resort, Pahlawan Street No. 27 Negara. Phone (0365) 41110 – 41198. b. Tourist Police Station at Rambut Siwi tourism area.

Balinese Life

Your guide to this island

Christmas Nuance

In the Silence of Bali Island Even though there is no snowy season in Bali, it has been cool enough during this December. After long draught, nearly all trees have turned green on the bijou island. Nevertheless, it will not diminish the vibrancy of the festive season. On that account, your Christmas celebration can become an enchanting moment while rejoicing a memorable holiday. So, find out and explore the solemnity and beauty the island offers.

eople around the world definitely have unique tradition to celebrate their holiday. Similarly, Balinese Christians will prepare special servings to eat and drink during the upcoming holiday season. The most exclusive is the meals on Christmas Day. They have some culinary traditions inherited through generations. For dishes, they commonly base on chicken and pork. These ingredients can be made into some delicacies such as lawar or minced meat with assorted vegetables such as young coconut shell, young jackfruit, young papaya, string bean or even grated coconut. Based on the same minced meat, they also make tum, namely a combination with young coconut shell, grated coconut and the like. Having mixed with the spices, the batter is then wrapped in smaller packets by banana or cacao leaf and then steamed. However, it is seemingly not complete without the presence of

komoh or clear soup made from the thin slices of boiled skin added with complete spices. Other than such delicacies, they also prepare some cakes specifically for Christmas day. Certainly, special moment like this coming once a year would give a solemnity and become a medium to maintain close relationship to friends, relative, family and surrounding neighbors. Uniquely, church buildings in Bali also adopt the Balinese ornamental style as the one implemented in a traditional house, temple and government buildings. It is discernible from the materials used such as red brick in combination with grey sand stone and some basic floral ornaments on the walls. Before the Christmas, the Christians are also busy preparing decoration like penjor or intact bamboo pole decorated with young coconut or palm leaf and affixed with some ornamental cuts that made from the same material and arched bamboo festooned with young palm leaf on

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the entrance gates. As a result, it looks vibrant and like being coalesced into local tradition. Balinese Christian communities spread throughout Bali such as at Tuka, Abianbase Village (Badung), Piling Village (Tabanan), Belimbingsari (Jemberana), and Les Village (Buleleng). They live harmoniously with other communities. Other than conserving their Balinese tradition in the form of various delicacies

and ornamental style of the building, they also perform prayer services in Balinese customary attires like the Hindus paying homage to temple. This indicated they still maintain close relationship to the root of their local tradition. Having said prayers, there would be enough time to explore the uniqueness of the island. Alternatively, in the midst of grandiose party of the celebration

or the hustles of activities at main tourist resorts, you may wish to enjoy the silence of the island. Some secluded places are waiting for your visit. Candidasa and Tulamben (Karangasem), Ubud (Gianyar), Loving and Menjangan (Buleleng), to name a few are the resorts offering tranquility and favorite diving site for additional experience. Ultimately, prayer, silence and relaxation can go hand in hand in Bali. BTN (BTN/029)

Asia-Pacific Ministerial Meeting BADUNG—Minister of Communication and Informatics Tifatul Sembiring officially opened the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Meeting of Telecommunication and ICT coalesced into APT in Nusa Dua, last Thursday (Nov 12). Forty ministers of APT (Asia-Pacific Telecommunity) members and 114 Affiliate CEOs of APT having the field of telecommunication and ICT attended the meeting. The meeting itself took place for two days featuring the theme “Strengthening Regional Collaboration towards Broadband Economy.” (BTN/015)

Blood Donors are Life Savers KUTA - On Friday (13/11), Hard Rock Hotel Bali conducted a blood donation drive in conjunction with the Indonesian Red Cross from Sanglah Hospital. The donated blood will be used for transfusions or made into medications, giving someone else another chance at life. In fact, we may help save up to three lives with just one donation. The blood donation program is held twice annually as part of our contribution to the local community and in line with our mantra and philosophy to: “Take Time To Be Kind”. More than 150 participants from Hard Rock Hotel Bali joined the program. (BTN/*)

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Rice Cone Cutting

DENPASAR—To celebrate the eleventh anniversary of Bali Travel News, an observance was held in familial ambience commenced by saying prayers en masse and resumed with the cutting of rice cone by elder figure of Bali Post, Mrs. Desak Raka Nadha. Such rice cone was then delivered to Wisnu Wardana, Chief Editor and Komang Gunawan from Circulation Division. Entire big family of Bali Post Media Group or KMB attended the celebration executed on last Friday (Dec 4). (BTN/015)

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THK Workshop

10 K Run

DENPASAR—In connection with the eleventh anniversary of Bali Travel News, it organized a Tri Hita Karana (THK) Workshop at Inna Grand Bali Beach Sanur, last Friday (Dec 4). The speakers consisted of former Minister of Environmental Affairs Prof. Emil Salim and former Minister of Culture and Tourism I Gede Ardika. The workshop guided by AA Raka Dalem was attended by Assessor Team of THK Awards, schools, hotels and government circle. Emil Salim as an environmentalist confessed to feel apprehensive about the condition of Indonesian tourism and put into question the pattern of tourism management in Bali. He saw that the Bali tourism development had no clear character pursuant to the potency it owned, namely religion, culture and nature. If Bali deve l o p e d hodgepodge tourism, he was worried of a threat to the survival of the tourism sector on the island of thousand temples. (BTN/015)

TABANAN—Thousands of participants took part in the 10 K Run organized by Tabanan Regency Government. There were four categories put into the competition namely general men and women, student’s men and women and public consisting of several components including the officials and civil servants as well as all apparatuses of Tabanan Regency Government. Student category comprised those of secondary school, senior high school and vocational high school across Tabanan. The route taken for the race was around Tabanan City. Such event was organized on last Sunday (Nov 22) in relation to the celebration of the 516th anniversary of Tabanan City. (BTN/015)

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National Boxing Championship TABANAN—The boxer Isaac K Latuni (Isaac Junior) from Alor BC, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) won the gold belt of Tabanan Regent. This achievement was attained after he could win absolute score over the boxer Alex Buchie from Gema Trisakti BC Jakarta. Meanwhile, another boxer Nur Madura from MBC Bali won the gold belt of Military Commander of Tabanan 1919 after defeating the boxer Eddy Komaro from Satria Manoreh BC Yogyakarta. These national boxers competed in the Gold Belt of Tabanan Regent National Boxing Championship 2009 was held at Dangin Carik Square, Tabanan, last Tuesday (Nov 24). Other than all regents across Bali, the national championship was also attended by national boxer Chris Jhon. (BTN/015)

DENPASAR—To kindle and grow reading interest in the community, Denpasar City Government has launched a roving library program. This event was organized in front of Jagatnatha Temple, last Saturday (Nov 21). The Head of Organizing Committee and at the same time as the Head of Regional Archival and Documentation Agency of Denpasar City, Rai Anom Suradi, said that the vehicle of roving library would be scheduled every Saturday in turns for three hours plus the making of member card taking place at Puputan Badung Square, Niti Mandala Square at Renon, City Park at Lumintang and Pedestrian on Jalan Kamboja. (BTN/015)

Pura Tanah Lot Pura Pakendungan Dewi Sinta Restaurant Tanah lot, offers a wide rings of Balinese, Indonesian and Chinese food as well as seafood and European cuisine prepared by our experienced chef. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are available a la carte or buffet style.

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Learning about Herbal Plants DENPASAR—In fact, wild plants have various benefits that can be made into herbal medicine. Unfortunately, this benefit is not widely known by local community. Actually, the herbal plants growing in Bali have high efficacies if made into ingredients of medicine. To reveal the secret of several kinds of herbal plants having medicinal efficacy, the Association of Plant Enthusiasts (PPT) of Denpasar City, last Saturday (Nov 21) organized a comparative study to Herbal Medicinal and Aromatic Research Agency (BALITTRO) in Bogor, West Java. The Head of Denpasar PPT, Mrs. IA Selly Dharmawijaya Mantra together with the Patron of PPT Denpasar, Mrs. Bintang Puspayoga, led the visit of comparative study in person. (BTN/015)

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Looking back at your activities Celebrates Children’s Day

Green Globe Gold Certification NUSA DUA - Matching its achievement in 2007 and 2008, Meliá Bali received the prestigious 2009 Green Globe Gold Certification for the third consecutive year under the Green Globe Earthcheck Certification programme managed by EC3 Global. This programme recognises the resort’s commitment to operating at the world’s highest environmental and social standards. Prior to achieving Certification, Meliá Bali successfully benchmarked against key environmental indicators using the Earthcheck TM tool including energy and water consumption, total waste production and community commitment. Meliá Bali chose to demonstrate its commitment to the environment by undertaking gold certification—the highest level of the Green Globe programme. The certification process involves an onsite audit or offsite assessment by an independent, third party Green Globe Accredited Assessor. Successful certification demonstrates the resort’s strong commitment to the principles of environmental sustainability. (BTN/*)

KUTA - To celebrate Universal Children’s Day and in line with our Hard Rock mantra “Take Time To Be Kind”, Hard Rock Hotel Bali invited children from Yasa Kerthi Orphanage to the hotel on 20 November 2009. “It is part of our promise to support, assist and monitor the development of Yasa Kerthi Orphanage through our long term commitment. Hard Rock Hotel Bali is devoted to honoring all children and providing equal opportunities to develop their future. On this Universal Children’s Day, we want children to have the opportunity to just be kids by participating in lots of fun activities in our property.” said Aulianty Fellina Rizal, Marketing and Communication Manager of Hard Rock Hotel Bali. The activities started at 11.00 a.m with all the children arriving in Hard Rock Hotel Bali and were shown the Rock N Roll memorabilia in the hotel, after which, they had lunch at the Kid’s Pool and a memorabilia tour at Hard Rock Café Bali. In Hard Rock Café, the children enjoyed a guitar and juggling performance by Hard Rock Café’s staff. Special activities for all the children were arranged in our swimming pool including Kayak Races, Walk On Water, Boogie Races and Treasure Hunt games. Hard Rock Radio Bali interviewed several of the children before they saw a special performance by X-cite Band in Centerstage before all the children left the hotel at 6 p.m. It was a great “get together” where children could have a magical, happy time. “Thank you so much for Hard Rock Hotel Bali for arranging everything for us. We are so excited and really had fun today. Great food, lots of exciting activities and met good people here. This is the happiest day in our life because this is our first time to visit Kuta and thank you once again to Hard Rock Hotel Bali to make it happen.” said Sugata, one of the children from Yasa Kerthi.

Anti-Drug Socialization SANUR - Bali Hyatt’s FORCE (Family of Responsible and Caring Employees) team together with National Narcotics Agency, Indonesia (Badan Narkotika Nasional) recently held “Anti-Drugs Socialization” at Saraswati Senior High School, Denpasar. The aim of the program is to educate the young generation about the prevention and eradication of the dark cycle of abuse and narcotics, psychotropic drugs, precursors and other addictive substances. Other than the recent “AntiDrugs Socialization”, the FORCE team at Bali Hyatt has planned more activities such as social visit to handicapped people and campaign on environment conservation, which will be executed in the near time.(BTN/008)

The Elysian Introduces in-room Apple TV’s and Macbooks SEMINYAK - As part of a new-generation upgrade of amenities and services, the Elysian private villas in Seminyak have announced an island and national first by introducing the first Elysian Apple TV’s to the 26 villa resort, virtually turning every guests’ bedroom into their own on-demand movie theatre. In addition they have upgraded their internet services to offer guests complimentary direct high-speed internet access separately into each individual villa and the opportunity to prebook their own MacBook or Notebook for the duration of their stay. The award winning resort has installed 26 Elysian Apple TV’s with Hi-Definition LCD in all their villas so that every guest can wirelessly access their iTunes as well as content from their Mac or PC on a widescreen TV, including movies, TV shows, music, photos and podcasts. Guests can choose from over 250 feature-length movies and 350 TV shows; four million songs, 5,000 music videos, 100,000 podcasts and 20,000 audiobooks, or enjoy their own music and view slideshows of their holiday photos, all on a widescreen high-definition LCD screens. “The introduction of Elysian Apple TV’s to our villas as well as dedicated high-speed internet access is part of an initiative to advance our guests experience using the latest in high-technologies as we move into the next generation phase for the Elysian”, says Balinese General Manager, I Gusti Putu Redita. Supporting the upgrades are Elysian amenities and facilities including in room Apple iPod with Bose Sound System, 60 channel cable TV, private pools, restaurant, 24-hour room service, spa, and shuttle services. The Elysian has recently embarked on a new branding campaign with a new look and feel set to roll out from January 2010. Stay tuned. (BTN/*)

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WHERE TO GO . . .

Denpasar City Tour Denpasar City Tour is a unique tour to visit Denpasar town with all its local society activities. Some other places of interest are also visited on this tour like Kumbasari Traditional Market, Jagatnata Temple and Bali Museum.

DENPASAR In the City

will feel that their shopping experience would be incomplete without going there to the Kumbasari Market, especially for the Balinese who want to buy their ceremonial items. Kumbasari Market sells costume and clothing items at prices relatively cheaper than clothing items sold at the shops in Gajah Mada Street which are mostly owned by citizens of Chinese clan. Kumbasari Market was previously called Peken Payuk (pot market); it sold such items as gerabah (jar like pot), cobek (clay plates), paso (clay buckets), caratan (clay water jug), jeding (clay barrel), penyantokan (mixer from clay), coblong (clay cup), kekeb (rice

It is one of the short tours in Bali, which takes around 4 - 5 hours. The tour will bring you to the unique places like traditional market where you can see the local society perform their activities in the market.

cover) and others. All of these items are used as kitchenware and for ceremony. Since this market was most popular as a place to sell payuk/pot, hence Kumbasari Market in the past was referred to as Peken Payuk or pot market. The location of Denpasar Market is encircled by shops along the street of Gajah Mada. On the right side there is Sulawesi Street which is famous for textiles. Denpasar Traditional Market is progressively strengthening the identity of Denpasar’s economic center which is open 24 hours and is never silent or empty of visitors. At traditional market, you will find transactions taking place between buyers and merchants with multifarious merchandise to satisfy life’s daily needs such as kitchen supplies, appliances required for Hindu ritual, fruits and traditional

clothes. In this market, you will see the local people, especially the women who carry extremely heavy items in a big basket balanced on their heads. Jagatnata Temple Jagatnata Temple is the biggest Hindu temple in Denpasar town, which many Hindu people in Denpasar visit to pray, particularly on full moon and new moon. This temple is full of religious and artistic ornaments. In the center of temple area, there is a high temple building encircled by the fertile tropical garden. From the entrance gate to the temple building you will find the Balinese decorations full of meaning to Hindu devotees. Bali Museum Bali Museum is located right next door to Jaganata Temple and in this museum you will find a lot of the ancient artifacts of prehistory which have very high artistic value. The collection in this museum provides a different experience on your tour. If the museum is not opened on the day of your tour, we will offer the alternative to visit Bali Art Center to see the biggest open theater in Denpasar town.

Places of Interest Traditional Market Badung Traditional Market located in the main road, Gajah Mada Street, is the center of the town’s economics. This area has become a shopping centre of Bali. This market cannot be discharged from the existing market across Badung’s river, called Kumbasari Market because the local society

Bali Struggle Monument-Bajra Sandhi This monument is erected in the middle of Denpasar civic center, Renon. It is a symbol of Bali people’s struggle to gain independence after the Dutch Colonials retreated from this country. This monument immortalizes the soul and spirit of Bali people’s struggle. It also aims to take care of and develop and preserve the Balinese culture for future generations. BTN (BTN/*)

Denpasar Government Tourism Office Address; Jl. Surapati No. 7 Denpasar Ph. (0361) 234569, 223602, 231422 Fax. (0361) 223602 http://pariwisata.denpasarkota.go.id C12-191/081.1/358/Humas/2009

WHERE TO GO . . . Gianyar is 125 meters above sea level, has cool climate and two seasons every year - rainy season from October to April and dry season from May to September. Gianyar regency is rich in art and the greatest culture of the past which is both ancient and sacred. It is also supported by the creativity of the people. That is why many tourists are interested to come and visit Gianyar and many stay for a couple of weeks. GIANYAR The Center of Art

est is inhabited by hundreds of macaque monkeys who delight visitors with their antics. Being used to humans, the monkeys will frolic with each other and steal any food away from you, so be careful! There is a lovely grotto down below with an ancient banyan tree as well the local temple called Pura Dalem. Tirta Empul Known as a holy Geyser, the water here is the original meaning of Tirta Empul. This place has 30 different functions; for cleansing the body, for removal of evil temptation,

Places of interest Bali Bird Park Singapadu The Birds from Asia, Europe, Australia, Africa and other parts of the world can be found in Bali Bird Park, Singapadu, Gianyar. Wanara Wana Forest Wanara Wana, more popularly known as the monkey forest, is nestled between the villages of Nyuh Kuning and Padang Tegal in Ubud. This small monkey for-

Gianyar Regency for cleaning objects, for ceremonies and rituals, etc. The weather here is cool with light breezes. Gunung Kawi Gunung Kawi means carving in the mountain. It is the monument of King Udayana and his son. When you arrive at the area, located in Tampaksiring, 40 kms from Denpasar, you will see the Vihara Buddhist monastery dating back to the ancient time (11th century). Goa Gajah Located at Bedulu Village, 26 kms from Denpasar there is the ruins of Balinese palace complex, complete with a huge cave for hermitage. The cave used to be a meditation site for Hindu and Buddhist monks, dating back to the 11th century. The frightening demon head was carved out of the cave’s rock face, while inside the cave a God statue with elephant head ‘Ganesha’ can be seen at west end and ‘Tri Lingga’ statue at the cave’s east end (the cave is ‘T’ shaped). Two bathing places at cave’s yard have six nymph statues, each holding a

water fountain on its umbilicus, as a symbol of the six holy rivers in India. Taro - Elephant Safaris Two experiences in one! See the wonderful Balinese Village of Taro from atop an elephant’s back. Taro is located in the village of

Tegallalang District in Gianyar regency. BTN (BTN/*) Gianyar Government Tourism Office Address; Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 9 Gianyar Ph. (0361) 943401 Fax. (0361) 943554 website:www.diparda.gianyarkab.go.id www.gianyartourism.com email: admingianyar@gianyarkab.go.id , info@gianyartourism.com

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WHERE TO GO . . .

Tabanan Regency TABANAN Rainbow over ricefields

Tabanan is the name of one district and town in Bali. Though Tabanan is not really a tourist town there are still some interesting aspects to it. Back in 1906 the Balinese and Dutch were fighting over control of the island. One of the more positive historical points of interest is the Subak Museum, located close to the main bypass road. While the museum itself is nothing special, it documents one of the most important social/economic/cultural institutions in Bali, the Subak. Dating back to 600AD, Bali has been using a system of un-

mechanized rice cultivation and water management. Bali’s ability to produce an endless supply of rice year round is central to its history. The Subak controls management of the watercourses, stretching all the way to the highland lakes. A farmer cannot simply flood all his fields at the same time, or divert a main stream to access more water. The system is intricate and the Subak museum is the place where it’s officially documented. Yeh Gangga, Lalang Linggah and Balian to the west are beach environments around the area. Highlights of the area close to Tabanan include Taman Kupu Kupu (Butterfly Park) in Wanasari and Yeh Panas hot springs. Pura Tanah Lot is a 15-minute drive South from Tabanan. Tanah Lot Tanah Lot, one of the most popular places of interest in Bali, is located on the coast of West Bali, at the village of Beraban in the Tabanan Regency. It is also called Tanah Let, which means ancient land, and also Tanah Lod, which mean the land to the south. The temple Pura Tanah Lot, simple in its construction, is dramatic in its ocean-front location and is one of the main temples in the worship of Balinese gods. Tanah Lot has a long history in the world of tourism. The temple itself is built on a small promontory, which is only accessible at low tide. During high water the rock takes on the appearance of a large boat at sea, such is its shape. Poisonous snakes live in the nearby caves to ‘guard’the temple and contribute to the temple’s dangerous reputation. Sunset is the best time to visit Tanah lot, when the golden red skies frame the temple and waves crash into the rocks. It is advisable to avoid the tourist crush here, as it can be severe. BTN Tabanan Government Tourism, Art and Cultural Office Address; Jl. Gunung Agung No. 1 Tabanan Ph/Fax. (0361) 811602

KLUNGKUNG Ancient Kingdoms

This is the smallest regency in Bali. It covers only 121 square kilometers and includes three islands, Nusa Penida, Lembongan and Ceningan. Despite its size, its influence on Balinese culture has been powerful. It was here, in the shadow of the holy volcano Agung, that the princes and priests of Majapahit gathered in 1343 to continue the kingdom by setting up ‘Keraton’ in Samprangan, but within a couple of generations, they moved to Gelgel and then to Klungkung, in 1710. In the 16th century the Gods smiled on Gelgel when Dalem Baturenggong reached an impressive political and cultural achievement to earn his ‘golden age’ Kertha Gosa, which is situated in the central town of Semarapura, was the place for administration and traditional justice in the pre-colonial times by a council consisting of the great king and his priests. Next to the Kertha Gosa is Taman Gili, known as a Floating House (Bale Kambang) which was the King’s Guard’s headquarters. These two buildings are decorated with

BANGLI Peace and harmony

Bangli, the Only non-Coastal Regency on the Island meters above sea level stretches a broad plain of mostly rice fields. Its geographic background shows its neighboring regions are the regional government of Buleleng in the north, Klungkung and Karangasem in the east, Gianyar and Klungkung in the south and Badung and Gianyar to the west. Kehen Temple Pura Kehen is one of the most ancient temples in Bali. It is here that three old bronze manuscripts were housed. The people around the village worship this temple. The ceremony takes place on Rabu Kliwon Shinta where Ngusabha ceremony is held once in every three-year period, which falls on Purnama Kelima around November. This temple is located on the southern slope of Bangli hill, about two kilometers from the town. It is really an historical temple worth visiting. It has a long flight of steps pointing down to the south. It can be reached by any mode of transport through a well kept shafted road, or a short walk from Bangli cultural hall (Sasana Budaya Bangli).

Bangli, capital town of the regional government of Bangli, which is located precisely in the central part of Bali province, is the only one of the nine regencies in Bali that has no coastal areas. The mountainous area with its beautiful valleys and steep slopes give this northern part of the region its unique side. Mount Abang, the highest peak is about 2.152 meters above sea level. Kintamani, a worldwide renowned tourism resort is located in this northern part. In Penelokan Tourism Resort Penelokan (look-out point) is situated on the southern part of this region, about 100 the southern part of Batur Tengah Village, Kintamani district, about 23 kms from the Bangli town or 63 kms from Denpasar, capital city of Bali province. As well as its beautiful panoramic view, it also offers the beauty of Lake Batur with its crystal-clear water. Mountainous areas serve as the backdrop, combined with the unique graveyard and the Barong Brutuk of Trunyan village which cannot be found any where else in Bali. BTN Bangli Government Tourism Office Address; Jl. Sriwijaya No. 23 Bangli 80613 Ph. (0366) 91537 C12-192

Kamasan Traditional Paintings. A colonial building, located next to these two buildings, is Semarajaya Museum, collecting some handicraft of Klungkung, pre-historic and historic articles especially those used in the period of Klungkung’s heroic battle. In the southern part of the museum area, there stands the main gate of Semarapura Palace ‘Pemedal Agung’. The newest sight in Semarapura Town is Patung Kandapat Sari, situated at the main junction of Semarapura town. Some people consider this statue as the landmark of Klungkung Regency. Next to this landmark stands an historical monument known as Monument of Klungkung Heroic Battle. This monument is a cenotaph reminiscent of an event that once took place on April 28, 1908. It is well known as ‘Puputan’, a counter-defence of The Great King of Klungkung against the Dutch soldiers. Moving south of Semarapura town along the main road, one will arrive at the ‘under construction’ area of Tourism Villages, home of traditional Painting, Kamasan Village and Bali’s original capital, Gelgel. BTN TOURISM of KLUNGKUNG REGENCY KLUNGKUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl.Surapati No.3 Semarapura Bali, Indonesia

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Klungkung, the Smallest Regency on the Island

WHERE TO GO . . . KARANGASEM The Pearl of East Bali

A Glimpse of Karangasem The regency of Karangasem is one of the nine regency in Bali, situated in the eastern part of Bali, covering an area of 839,54 sq. kilometers. Karangasem itself consist of eight District namely : Karangasem, manggis, Rendang, Selat, Sidemen, Bebandem, Abang, and Kubu District. Karangasem has an extraordinary variety of scenic landscapes. Low and high mountain ranges intermingle with upland plain, tropical forests, teracced rice field, beautiful beaches, culture and history archeological remains, traditional “ Bali Aga” village with their way of life make Karangasem worth visiting. It is very easy to reach all of the interesting places in Karangasem which are supported by fairly good road conditions, facilities such at hotels, restaurants, money changers, souvenir shops and others which would you expect in a tourist environment. Place of Interest Taman Ujung; Candidasa; Tulamben; Besakih; Bukit Jambul; Talaga Waja; Iseh; Jemeluk; Tirtagangga; Puri Agung Karangasem; Sibetan; Putung; Tenganan Pegeringsingan; Yeh Malet; Padangbai. Besakih History: This temple was intentionally built in a holy village named Hulundang Basukih, which is known today as Besakih village. The name of Besakih was derived from the word “Basuki” or in some old manuscripts written as Basukir or Basukih. The word Basuki itself was taken from the word “Wasuki” on the Sunskrit, which means “salvation”. While in the mythology of Samudramanthana it is mentioned that Basuki was the name of a dragon that coiled around the Mandara Mountain.

The old remains say that the BesakihTemple was built by Rsi Markandya and his followers in the 11th century. At that time, Rsi Markandya intended to go to Mount Agung to build a residence. However, the construction was troubled by the spread of disease which caused the death of his followers. For the safety of his followers, he then constructed a veneration to worship God for a salvation. The veneration was called “Sanggar Basuki”. Location: The location of Besakih Temple or Pura Agung Besakih is at Besakih village, Rendang district, on the south west of Mount Agung. It is about 44 kms from Amlapura and 62 kms from Denpasar. Facility: Some facilities are available in this area to support the tourism activities in Besakih, like food stalls, fruit stalls and art shops. There is also a quite large parking lot and local guides who will always be ready to give their best service. Description: Besakih Temple is one of tourist objects which has its own uniqueness compared with other places. It becomes famous because of complex of temple established here, also known as the Mother Temple in Bali. Besakih which offers religious atmosphere was built based on the four directions. Karangasem Government Cultural and Tourism, Jalan Diponogoro, Amlapura, Bali- 80811, Phone and Fax: (0363) 21196, E-mail: info@karangasemtourism.com C12-195

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Consulate Agency of USA, Jl. Hayam Wuruk310 Denpasar 80235, Ph. 0361 - 233 605, Fax. 0361 - 769 186 Consulate General of Japan at Denpasar, Jl. Raya Puputan No. 170 Renon Po Box 3432 Denpasar Ph. 0361 - 227 628, Fax. 0361 - 265 066, e-mail : denpasar@mofa.go.jp British Honorary Consulate, Jl. Tirta Nadi No 20 Sanur, Ph. 0361 - 270 601, Fax. 0361 - 287 804 Swiss and Austria Consulate Jl. Patih Jelantik Kompleks Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No. 12 Kuta, Ph. 0361 - 751 735, Fax. 0361 - 754 457

The Top Six Arrival by Nationality (September 2009)

11.321

25000 20000 10000 5000

10.697

Honorary Consulate of Sweden & Finland, C/O Hotel Segara Village, Jl. Segara Ayu Sanur, Ph. 0361 - 282 223, Fax. 0361 - 282 211

200000

15000

Honorary Consul of Malaysia Jl. Pantai Kuta, Legian, Ph. 0361 - 752 520, Fax. 0361 - 766 373

I AL

AN AP

N HI

11.321

12.554

250000

30000

C AN

10.697

19.159

Indian Cultural Centre (Embassy of India, Jakarta) Jl. Raya Puputan Renon No. 42 - 44 Denpasar - Bali Ph. 0361 - 241 978, Fax. 0361 - 241 980

TOTAL : 1.552.465

35000

12.554

31.695

40000

31.695

42.597

DIRECT ARRIVAL TOURISTS TO BALI (2006 - 2009)

45000

19.159

Honorary Consulate Thailand Jl. Raya Puputan Renon 81, Denpasar, Ph. 0361 - 263 310, Fax. 0361 - 238 004

Number of Visitors

42.597

Honorary Consulate Brazil Jl. Legian 186, Badung, Ph. 0361 - 757 775, Fax. 0361 - 751 005

EA AN IW KOR TA H T U SO

150000 100000 50000

SOURCE : DEP. OF JUSTICE, BALI

Honorary Consul of Chile Jl. Pengembak Gang I No. 3 Sanur - Bali Ph. (0361) 756781/281503, Facs. (0361) 756783, Hp. 081 139 4045 Honorary Consul of The Slovak Republic Jl. Gunung Agung No. 93 Denpasar - 80118 Ph. (0361) 426171, Fax. : (0361) 426477, e-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com Honorary Consule of Republic of Poland Jl. Petitenget II/1C, Kerobokan 80361 Kuta Bali Ph. 082 361 4329, Fax. : 0361 732165

ARR, DEP, TRS INTERNATIONAL PASSENGERS 2006 Month January February March April May June July August September October November December TOTAL

ARR. 90.010 78.824 92.280 106.896 113.648 125.603 142.923 139.584 138.604 135.403 127.596 135.734 1.427.110

DEP. 90.043 87.314 95.400 95.890 114.821 122.569 132.823 148.067 132.929 135.740 122.562 118.286 1.396.444

ARR. 125.562 124.829 135.551 140.406 144.415 160.599 179.051 164.300 167.856 158.037 146.658 155.848 1.803.112

DEP. 132.024 120.775 136.722 135.710 146.533 158.621 173.622 171.986 163.352 162.547 154.702 140.888 1.797.482

SOURCE: PT. ANGKASA PURA I BANDAR UDARA NGURAH RAI

(Dec. 11 - 24, 2009) AREA Kuta Nusa Dua Suluban (Uluwatu) Padang Bai Menjangan Island Lovina Tulamben

SEA 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5

WAVES - 1.75 - 2.0 - 2.0 - 2.0 - 1.5 - 1.5 - 1.75

meters meters meters meters meters meters meters

Issued by Weather Forecast Centre, Department of Communication, Meteorological and Geophysical Agency Regional Office III

TRS. 1.381 885 780 598 7.016 8.120 9.381 7.675 3.252 328 1.816 2.842 44.074

ARR, DEP, TRS INTERNATIONAL PASSENGERS 2007 Month January February March April May June July August September October November December TOTAL

SEA WAVES FORECAST

2009

Honorary Consulate of Spain, Komplek Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Vallet 2 No. 11, Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Bali, Ph. 0361 - 769 286, Fax. 0361 - 222426

222.441

Honorary Consulate of The Netherland, Jl. Raya Kuta 127 Kuta 80361, Po Box 3337 Denpasar 81001, Ph. 0361 - 761506, Fax. 0361 - 752 777 / 757 586

Indian Classical Dance & Yoga The Indian Cultural Centre 42-44 Jl. Raya Puputan Renon, Denpasar; Ph: 0361 – 241978; Fax: 0361 – 241980; Conduct regular classes on Indian Classical Dance Bharath Natyam a n d Yoga . Interested candidates c a n contact at the above address. Niveditha Parthasarathy DR. Shivkumar

208.185

Honorary Consulate of Mexico, Puri Astina Putra Building, Jl. Moh Yamin 1 A Renon -Denpasar Po Box 3150 Denpasar Ph. 0361 - 223 266, Fax. 0361 - 244 568

Nb: Pr (Pura) : temple Mr (Merajan) : family temple

224.636

Consulate Italy, Lotus Enterprise Building, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Ph/Fax. 0361 - 701 005

190.817

Honorary Consulate of The Republic of Hungary, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai No. 219 Sanur, Ph. 0361 - 287 701, Fax. 0361 - 735 232

181.983

Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Federal Republic of Germany, Jl. Pantai Karang 17 Sanur, Po. Box 3100 Denpasar 80228’ Ph. 0361 - 288 535, Fax. 0361 - 288 826

179.879

Consulate Agency France, Jl. Merta Sari Gang II No. 8 Sanur, Denpasar, Ph. 0361 - 285 485, Fax. 0361 - 286 406

139.370

Honorary Consulate of The Czech Republic, Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur, Denpasar Ph. 0361 - 286 465, Fax. 0361 - 286 408

1. Barong: - Suwung : Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 - Kesiman : Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 - Batubulan Village : Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 - Br. Abasan Singapadu : Everyday 09.30 - 10.30 - Padanggalak : 09.30 2. Kecak Dance: - Uluwatu Temple : Everyday 18.00 - 19.00 - Padang Tegal Ubud : Every Sunday 18.00 - 19.00 - Desa Baha : On Request 3. Kecak & Fire Dance: - Bona Kangin Gianyar : Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday 18.30 - 19.30 - Batubulan : Everyday 18.30 - 20.00 4. Legong Dance: - Peliatan Stage Peliatan : Every Friday 18.30 - 19.30 - Puri Dalem Puri Peliatan : Every Saturday 18.30 - 19.30 - Puri Peliatan, Ubud : Every Sunday 19.30 - 21.00 - Puri Saren, Ubud : Every Sunday 19.30 - 21.00 5. Shadow Puppet Show (Wayang Kulit): - Oka Kartini Tebesaya Peliatan : Every Friday 18.30 - 19.30 6. Tektekan Dance (Puri Night: Dance and Traditional Dinner): - Puri Anyar Kerambitan Tabanan : On Request 7. Leko & Janger Dance: - Puri Anyar Kerambitan Tabanan : On Request 8. Bimayu Dance Drama: - Panca Arta, Ubud : Every Thursday 20.00 9. Gabor Dance: - Ubud Kelod, Ubud : Every Thursday 19.30 - 20.30 10. Mahabrata The Epic: - Br. Teges, Peliatan : Every Thursday 19.30 - 20.00 11. Raja Pala Dance: - Ubud Kelod Ubud : Every Thursday 19.30 - 20.30 12. Calonarang Dance: - Hotel Menara Ubud : Every Friday 20.00 13. Ramayana: - Ubud Kelod, Ubud : Every Wednesday 19.30 - 21.00 14. Frog Dance: - Penjor Restaurant Sanur : Every Sunday 19.00 15.Parwa Ramayana: - Hotel Menara, Ubud : Every Tuesday, Wednesday 20.00 16.Joged Dance: - Penjor Restaurant Sanur : Every Wednesday 20.15 17.Janger Dance: - Penjor Restauran Sanur : Every Friday 20.15 18. Janger Dance: - Penjor Resturant : Every Saturday 20.15 19. Genjekan: - Sangeh Village : On Request 20. Debus and Reptile Demonstration: - Br. Werdhi Buana Mengwi : On Request

Calendar of Event Vol. XII/1 ( Dec. 11 - 24, 2008)

23rd – Temple Festivals at: - Pr. Maspahit, Sesetan Bandung - Pr. Puseh-Desa, Sukawati - Mr. Agung Batuyang, Batubulan - Pr. Padharman Arya Kanuruhan, Besakih - Pr. Pasek Gelgel Bebetin Sawan, Buleleng - Pr. Pasek Bendesa Manik Mas Kendran, Tegalalang - Pr. Panti Pasek Gaduh, Sesetan - Pr. Pasek Kubayan Wongaya Gede 31st – Temple Festivals at: - Pr. Dalem – Cemenggon Village of Sukawati – Gianyar - Pr. Sura Nadi – Lombok - Pr. Narmada – Lombok - Pr. Segara – Ampenan, Lombok - Mr. Agung Dewagung – Klungkung

101.105

Royal Danish & Norwegian Honorary, Mimpi Resort Hotel Jimbaran, Ph. 0361 - 701 070 ext. 32, Fax. 0361 - 701 073/4

Regular Cultural Performances

104.049

Consulates in Bali Australian Consulates General Bali (Incl. Canada, New Zaeland), Jl Tantular 32 Renon - Denpasar Ph. (0361) - 241118, Fax. (0361) 241120

TRS. 1.472 1.348 1.382 1.402 1.143 1.716 1.459 3.292 2.541 2.700 1.911 6.277 26.643

ARR, DEP, TRS INTERNATIONAL PASSENGERS 2008 Month January February March April May June July August September October November December TOTAL

ARR. 150.614 157.300 163.980 153.961 166.693 181.911 196.165 200.485 192.442 196.065 151.660 183.204 2.094.480

DEP. 162.363 163.701 163.573 154.579 173.711 175.923 189.087 213.028 191.865 204.001 165.471 151.526 2.108.828

SOURCE: PT. ANGKASA PURA I BANDAR UDARA NGURAH RAI

TRS. 2.658 2.646 1.198 4.131 0 3.350 4.440 3.329 2.943 2.710 3.276 5.521 33.202 SOURCE: PT. ANGKASA PURA I BANDAR UDARA NGURAH RAI

201

106

103

101

181

Gianyar

Denpasar

103 31

105 33

110

139 89

165 52

157 6

124 54

141 46

158 45

147 34

119

100 125

146 33

135 34

144 31

181 23

219 61

169 14

166

118

109

Kuta

105 88

112

Klungkung

Amlapura

Gunung Kawi

100

120 18

106 36

113

110

109

56 52

Uluwatu

Ubud

Tanah Lot

Singaraja

Sanur

Nusa Dua

102 Ngurah Rai Airport

101 Lovina

Legian

Lake Batur

Distance between Tourist Interet (Kilometer)

Goa Lawah

155 Goa Gajah

191 33

102 79

206 134 165 Gilimanuk

Candidasa

Besakih

Bangli

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PEMERINTAH PROVINSI BALI DINAS PARIWISATA (BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE) http//:www.tourism.baliprov.go.id e-mail: infotourism@baliprov.go.id Jalan S. Parman Niti Mandala Renon, Phone : (0361) 222387, Fax. : (0361) 226313, Denpasar – Bali 80235

Preventive Measures of A-H1N1 or Swine Flue The transmission of illness’ viruses spreading out to a number of countries on earth should be considered as the impact of life pattern in globalization era. It is indicated by the more intensive international interaction and virtually borderless communication mobility. As consequence, it has brought us into contact with the avian influenza (AI) case, Hong Kong flu and the latest swine flu or better known as New A-Influenza (H1N1).

s one of the world tourist destinations, Bali is impossible to avoid the impact of virus originating from Mexican region. Every single venture has been taken on the entry of swine flu viruses to Bali such as by socialization of vulnerability, preparation of prompt action at Sanglah Hospital, and early detection at Ngurah Rai Airport. Here are a number of facts regarding to swine flu:

● An Australian, Mr. G.C. (12), visited Bali on last June 19, in the same flight as patient Mrs. B.M. On June 23, he went to private clinic healthcare in Denpasar with symptoms like poor condition, cough, having a cold, and at the end, he was directly referred to Sanglah Hospital.

● It was reported that the Case of New A Influenza (H1N1) to have transpired in the countries neighboring to Indonesia and other Asian regions such as Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, China, Sri Lanka, India, Vietnam and so forth.

● Up to June 29, the case has been reported by 112 countries with the total sufferers of 59,814 with 263 death and case fatality rate (CFR) coming to 0.4 percent.

● World Health Organization (WHO) issued a statement on June 11 concerning with the upsurge of phase (pandemic) posing the highest phase.

A (H1N1) Cases in Bali: ● An English, Mrs. B.M (22), living in Australia visited Bali on last June

19. On June 20, she got fever and had a cough. On the following day, she had a medical care at hospital by bringing Health Alert Card issued by Ngurah Rai Airport. At that time, she was directly referred to Sanglah Hospital. Overall, her condition was declared good and she was permitted to go home. ● An Australian, Mr. J.A. (10), visited Bali on June 19, was in the same flight as the two suspects mentioned above. On June 25, he got medical care at hotel clinic with symptom like fever. Ultimately, she was directly referred to Sanglah Hospital as well. ● An Australian, Ms. T.M. (14), visited Bali too on last June 19 and in the same flight as the three cases above. On June 25, she had medical treatment at hotel clinic with showing the fever symptom. Similarly, she was directly referred to Sanglah Hospital. For preventive and curative measures, related authorities kept on improving the activities of prominent medical treatment services mainly at Referred Hospital (Sanglah Hospital, Denpasar; Tabanan Hospital; and Sanjiwani Hospital, Gianyar). Other measures taken were also improving the networks between the Bali Office of Health Services with Health Office at the Airport, Laboratory (BLK

Denpasar, Sanglah Hospital Laboratory and Biomol Laboratory of Udayana University) and raising the logistic preparedness and the capability of human resources. It has been socialized to the community that the New A Influenza (H1N1) is transmitted by virtue of straight contact of human-to-human through cough, sneeze or items that once got in touched with sufferer(s). These days, most cases are categorized into the light ones and they can recover well. Preventive Measures: Related authorities of Bali Province have performed a number of preventive endeavors like as follows: ● Improving the preparedness throughout the apparatus of health authorities by sending prompt alertness letter and forwarding Circular Letter of Minister of Health Services and Directorate General of Disease Control & Environmental Sanitation (P2PL) on the alertness of facing the pandemic of

New A Influenza (H1N1) of Phase 6. - To improve the communication, information and education for community through press conference, talk show on TV, poster and leaflet dispersing. ● General Public can contact the Alertness Post at 0361-780 5498. - Always attempt to wash hands by flowing water and soap and then dry your hands by tissue or clean towel. - Apply the proper ethics of coughing and sneezing. - When feeling sick with symptom like influenza, use masker and never get in touch with other family members and rush to contact health officer. - Avoid travelling or going out while you are sick. - Indonesian Government has been ready in the handling of New A Influenza (H1N1). BTN

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Buleleng Regency of North and West Bali Buleleng is located in the northern and western part of Bali. Singaraja was the first capital of Bali before Denpasar became the capital in the southern part of Bali.

BULELENG Northern Lights

Singaraja - Bali’s chief port in Dutch colonial times, this town received many influences from the

foreign traders. Singaraja has a number of Chinese Temples and colonial buildings. The Gedong Kertya Library houses a unique collection of Lontar (palm leaf) scriptures written in Balinese, covering many issues including traditional literature, medicinal formulas, black magic and much more. There are a number of old books in English, Dutch and Ancient Javanese (Kawi/Sanskret). Buleleng Harbor - this historic but unused harbor is located along the north coast. Old warehouses, an ancient jetty and an arched bridge are all that is left of this once major seaport. Here a monument has been built in commemoration of Bali’s struggle to defeat the Dutch. Deer Island (Pulau Menjangan) - 79 km west of Singaraja. This island is one of the most famous marine parks in the world, and part of the West Bali National Park. Rare and protected Java Deer inhabit this small island, however visitors usually come for the diving and snorkeling. Banyuwedang - 60 km west of Singaraja. Natural Hot Springs with supposed curative powers near a temple. Pulaki Temple - 53 km west of Singaraja. A large temple on both sides of the road. Part of it is perched on craggy rock looking out to sea,

the other part climbs into the hills, both parts house monkeys that are keen on eating almost anything in sight! Balinese women sell fruit to tourists and it seems that grapes are their favorite. Gondol - 50 km west of Singaraja. A Government-run fishbreeding project. Turtles, shrimp and prawns are included in the program. Banjar Tegah Hot springs 18km west of Singaraja. These slightly sulphur hot springs are well worth visiting. Set slightly back in the hills, dragon fountains fume hot water into the tiered bathing pools. A number of souvenir shops and a restaurant cater to tourists. A number of local visitors and schools visit at weekends and holidays. Close to this area is the Buddhist Monastery, Bali’s largest Buddhist monastery set in beautiful valley scenery. Lovina - 10 km west of Singaraja. Buleleng’s main tourist area. Black sand beaches fringed with palm trees open onto a calm sea where travelers can view dolphins, snorkel, dive, sail, fish and swim. A resort area with a full range of accommodation. Sangsit - 8 km east of Singaraja. Pura Dalem (the temple of the ancestors) is famous for its unique and amusing stone carvings and Pura Beji, a temple dedicated to the Goddess of Rice, is also a recipient for these extraordinary carvings. Gitgit Waterfall - 11 km south of Singaraja. An impressive waterfall cascades into a small lagoon in a plantation of coffee and clove

trees. Kubutambahan - 12 km east of Singaraja. The Maduwe Karang Temple is renowned for carvings of a very imaginative nature. One such carving is that of a Dutch colonialist riding around on a bicycle whose tires are made entirely of petals! Jagaraga - 13 km south east of Singaraja. Another northern temple that has amusing carvings, some of the carvings depict the Dutch colonialists getting drunk, an armed robbery and a wartime dogfight between aeroplanes. Air Sanih - 18 km east of Singaraja. A cool natural spring-fed pool borders the beach. Pancasari - 24 km south of Singaraja. A mountain village known for the golf course, Bali Handara

Kosaido Country Club and two of Bali’s lakes, Buyan and Tamblingan. Sembiran - 30 km south east of Singaraja. Probably a megalithic village, the culture, dialect and rituals are quite different from the rest of Bali. Munduk - South west of Singaraja - Bali’s ecological village. This scenic village, located in the mountains, is an ideal place to stay and escape from the heat. Foggy afternoons, fields of blue hydrangeas and numerous waterfalls make it an ideal place to go hiking. BTN (BTN/*) Buleleng Government Tourism, Art and Cultural Office Address; Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 2 Singaraja Ph. (0362) 25141 - 23120 Fax. (0362) 32050 C12-196

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WHERE TO GO . . .

Tourism Attractions in Badung Regency There are many places of interest in Badung Regency such as: Dreamland, Tanjung Benoa, Deluang Sari Turtle Farm, Nusa Dua, Kuta, Bali Bomb Monument, Jimbaran, Legian, Seminyak, Petitenget Beach, Kedonganan, Tanah Wuuk, Pelaga/Petang, Sangeh Monkey Forest, Nung-Nung Waterfall, Waka Tangga, Ayung River Rafting, Uluwatu Temple, Petitenget Temple, Sadha Temple and Taman Ayun Temple.

BADUNG The Center of Tourism

recreation and relaxation. It is quieter than its neighboring beaches and one will find nice hotels and mostly seafood served at Jimbaran’s restaurants. Jimbaran is in fact famous for its delicious seafood, particularly its typical grilled seafood with Jimbaran’s ‘secret sauce’. You’ve got to taste it to believe it.

Nusa Dua It means ‘two islands’ in Bahasa Indonesia. This is one of the premier resort areas in the world. The area is located 20 minutes south of the Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar and is a short drive to many of Bali’s attractions and beautiful beaches. This is the home of many of Bali’s world-class luxury resort hotels.

Legian, Seminyak, Petitenget Beach These beautiful beaches are several kilometers north of Kuta. Like its neighboring beaches, these offer a refuge for surfers. There are also many facilities for tourists as the result of the Kuta north expansion. Sangeh “Monkey Forest” Sangeh is the village whose northern part covers about 14 hectares of a holy homogeny forest of ‘Pala’ trees with hundreds of monkey inhabitants. The trees cannot be found on any other part of Bali and their existence in this village remains a mystery. Look for a lovely mossy temple, which is hidden amongst the tall and gracious ‘Pala’ trees.

Jimbaran Beach This area is just south of Kedonganan beach and has a very beautiful white sand beach area and clear seawater that is suitable for

Ayung River Rafting The river Ayung is the longest and largest river in Bali, and along this river, white water rafting was first introduced in Bali. To experience raft-

ing on the river Ayung’s west side is amazing, for besides the enjoyment of challenging rapids, the panorama of this beautiful, intact nature area is highlighted by the appearance of wild animals along the rafting route such as big bats, black monkeys, and more. Uluwatu Temple At the westernmost tip of Bukit Peninsula, this is one of Bali’s nine ‘directional’ Kayangan Jagat temples. The location is dramatic, perched on the edge of a high cliff with a picturesque sunset view. The temple was first used for worship by the 11th century holy priest, Empu Kuturan, who came to Bali to bring religious law and to form Desa Adat (traditional villages). The area where spectacular sunsets can be viewed is filled with the scent of frangipani blossoms and is also the home of friendly monkeys. Petitenget Temple Peti Tenget temple and beach is located at Banjar Batubelig, Kerobokan village kecamatan Kuta. To reach this object by motor vehicle from Denpasar, travel westwards more or less 10 km then turn south, or to the north from Kuta following Raya Seminyak Street. Peti Tenget temple was built in the 15th century and it used to be a plot of extraordinary holy (Tenget) land, bush growth and dwelled by the I Bhuta Ijo demon that was trusted by Holy priest, Dang Hyang Nirartha to safeguard his holy box. The story is told that when the priest stayed at south port (now Uluwatu), a man from Kerobokan village came asking the priest for help. He wished to cultivate the plot of land without feeling fear. The priest suggested that the people build a temple dedicated to god ‘Labuhan Masceti’ and a single closed shrine (Pagedongan) for Bhuta Ijo as a place to safeguard the priest’s box (Peti). From that time on, the temple was named Peti Tenget Temple. Sadha Temple This temple, with decorative carvings, is famous for its intricacy and ingenuity. Dating from the Majapahit period, this originally was an old dynastic sanctuary (prasada) of Mengwi Royalty. The

split gate and a 16-meter high tower inside the temple are constructed much like ‘Candi’ in Java. The 64 stone seats, similar to megalithic ancestral shrines, commemorate warriors who died in battle. Taman Ayun Temple ‘Taman Ayun’ means beautiful garden, located in the village of Mengwi, 18 km west of Denpasar. It is indeed one of Bali’s most pic-

turesque temples. The king of Mengwi, I Gusti Agung Anom, built its stately proportioned courtyards and large surrounding moat in the year 1634. Containing both the Royal family ancestral shrines and the storied MERU shrines to the major deities, Taman Ayun became the main temple for the ancient kingdom of Mengwi. BTN (BTN/*)

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WHERE TO GO . . . JEMBRANA Bull-racing Center

Jembrana Regency

The regency is thought to have been established in the early 1400s, although civil war broke out and the regency became part of the Badung regency. In the 17th century, sparsely populated Jembrana was not of much interest to the other royal Balinese kingdoms and for a time it was ruled over by a prince from Sulawesi. Jembrana was one of the first kingdoms to surrender to the invading Dutch in the 1800s. Negara Town - A small town set along the main road between Denpasar and Gilimanuk. Negara itself does not have many tourist sites although it is famous for the bull races, held every year in October.

Domesticated water buffalo races and horse races attract a number of tourists as well as many Balinese. Jegog - the giant bamboo gamelan (orchestra) - is typical of Jembrana and is seldom heard outside the regency. West Bali National Park - This Park is home to the rare Java Deer, the rarer Bali Starling and many other animals such as the Boss Javanicus, or wild bull. Medewi Beach - Famous for surfing, the long left handers are best in the morning before the wind gets up. The beach itself is not fantastic. Tourist accommodation ranges from guesthouses to smarter hotels with pools.

Gilimanuk - Bali’s most western town is the ferrying point for people wishing to cross to Java. The tranquil bay is good for water sports and it is the closest place to stay if you wish to visit West Bali National Park. Cekik - A village just south of Gilimanuk, with prehistoric remains (Circa 1000BC). The headquarters of the National Park and visitors centre are located here. Palasari Dam - The dam is good for water sports and the nearby village of Palasari is one of the few Catholic communities in Bali. The church is quite distinctive. Candikusuma Beach - Large wide beach with views to Java. It is very popular with the local community at weekends and holidays. Baluk Rening Beach - This beach

comes alive in August when the annual Jukung races take place. A western facing beach with good sunset views. Perancak - A small village in which Bali’s renowned Buffalo racing is performed for tourists. A reptile park and a riverside temple are other Perancak sites. Delod Berawah Beach - A popular beach with the occasional bull and horse race. Rambut Siwi - One of Bali’s major cliff-top temples and the largest in west Bali. It was built in the 1500s by the same priest that built both the Uluwatu and Tanah Lot temples. The sunset from this vantage point is outstanding. BTN Jembrana Government Education, Cultural and Tourism Office Address; Jl. Surapati no. 1 Negara Ph. (0365) 41210, Fax. (0365) 41010 www.jembrana.go.id C12-198

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Sunshine at The Neka Art Museum This landscape view from the original entrance area of the Neka Art Museum overlooks the lush tropical gardens and some of the buildings. Bright sunshine brings out the brilliant colors of leaves and flowers. Founder and director of the museum, Suteja Neka, sits on a chair (far right), adding a human element to the idyllic scene in Bali.

indudarsono Sudjojono (1914-1985; Kisaran, North Sumatra) first studied from Japanese artist Mas Pringadi (1875-1936) and Japanese painter Chiyoyi Yazaki. In 1937 he

helped to establish Persatuan Ahliahli Gambar Indonesia (Persagi, Union of Indonesian Painters) and was its spokesman. He was a pioneer in the development of modern Indonesian painting and encouraged artists to abandon the romantic colonial Mooi Indie (Beautiful Indies) style in favor of a national approach, which showed the real spirit. After his death his home in Jakarta become the Museum Padangwangi. His works often show simple villagers, old people, and difficult social conditions. Awards: Piagam Anugerah Seni (Indonesia, 1970). Exhibitions: Fukuoka Art Museum (Japan, 1980), Festival of

Indonesia (USA, 1990-1992), Gate Foundation (Amsterdam, Holland, 1993), Singapore Art Museum

(1994), Centre for Strategic and International Studies (Jakarta, Indonesia, 1996), ASEAN

Masterworks (Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 1997-1998). B N (BTN/doc)

Hotel, Cottages & Spa Po. Box 1 Nusa Dua, Denpasar 80363 Bali, Indonesia Phone : (0361) 771020. Fax: (0361) 771139 E-mail: putribali@denpasar.wasantara.net.id Homepage:http//www.putribali.com

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nspired by the very popular Rajapala Balinese folk tale of the seven heavenly nymphs and the young man who marries one of them, the focus here is on sweet innocence instead. Rajapala is shown as a young boy playing a bamboo flute, as if accompanying the beautiful bathing maidens. He does not seem to be concerned with marriage. The nymphs frolic in a cool forest pond as they play with fireflies and scatter flowers. The layers of bright color lend a translucent, dream-like quality to this refreshing interpretation. Roger San Miguel (1941-â&#x20AC;Ś.; Comarines Sur, Philippines)study at the University of Santo Thomas

in Manila, The Philippines. He is a frequent visitor to Bali and has created many works inspired by Balinese dancers, folklore, and families. His lyrical paintings of figures evoke a sense of peace and harmony. Multiple layers of colors are applied in subtle shapes as compositional elements, often with symbolic meaning as well. Exhibitions: Philippines Art Gallery 9Manila,1965), Art International Galleries 9Beverly Hills, California), Pacific Science Center (Seattle, Washington), Centre of Strategic and International Studies (Jakarta, Indonesia, 1996). B N (Suteja Neka)

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Sugeng Pramono

Bali Lost a Tourism Figure:

GM of INNA Grand Bali Beach

AA Ngurah Anom Mayun Cremated at Kerambitan

NNA Grand Bali Beach has proudly announced the appointment of Sugeng Pramono as General Manager since 2 November 2009. Prior to his assignment, he was

Resident Manager of INNA Grand Bali Beach. Born in Solo, 16 October 1967, Sugeng who loves badminton started his career in 1987 as Sales Representative of INNA Putri Bali in Nusa Dua. Year by year, due to his intelligence and dedication, Sugeng advanced his career and achieved the position of Assistance Sales Manager Corporate of INNA Hotel Group, Jakarta in 2001. After that, he returned to Bali and join at INNA Grand Bali Beach as Sales Manager in 2002. He then got a promotion as Marketing Manager of INNA Kuta Beach in Kuta area afterward Marketing Manager of INNA Grand Bali Beach, Sanur. B N (BTN/*)

Ida Bagus Gede Irianingrat

The Resident Manager INNA Putri Bali

da Bagus Gde Irianingrat was born in Tabanan on April 23, 1962 and began his career at INNA Putri Bali Hotel as Cost Control Clerk in 1992 in the Accounting Department. He was promoted to Cost Controller in 2000 then become the Chief Accountant in 2001 at the same hotel. From there he took challenges at INNA Kuta Beach Hotel in Kuta as Executive Assistant Manager on January 01, 2006 then as Comptroller at INNA Grand Bali Beach, Sanur from August 01, 2006 until 31 October 2009. Starting on Sunday (1/11), he returned to INNA Putri Bali Nusa

Dua and recewed another promotion to Resident Manager. With their expertise and extensive experience, he will be a valuable contributor to the Inna Putri Bali. B N (BTN/*/008)

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Anak Agung Ngurah Anom Mayun who died on Friday (Oct 23) was cremated on Friday (Nov 20) at his home village, Kerambitan, Tabanan. Ngurah Anom, his childhood name, died at the age of 83 years. During his life, he had five wives and two of them have died before him

ithin his lifetime, the late was recorded as a hero of the Indonesian independence. He once occupied the position as the head of subdistrict (punggawa). Meanwhile, the rest of his life has been dedicated to the tourism sector. He initiated the opening of the Kerambitan Palace as tourist attraction both for domestic and foreign tourists. Kerambitan palace as a residential house was later on known with the epithet “Royal Palace Tourism.” At this royal palace, the ancient buildings remain to be well maintained. On that account, the typical characteristic of Balinese traditional architecture stays to look elegant. Uniquely, this ambience is rarely encountered in Bali. Formerly, the first president of the RI, Soekarno and his family the Legong, Pendet, Barong dance and so forth. It was caused by close relationship of Ngurah Mayun and Soekarno during the decades 1950s1960s. “As a consequence, during the organization of the Asian Games 1962, Ngurah Mayun was entrusted by Soekarno to accompany the Pendet art troupes to Jakarta for gracing such grandiose sporting

event,” said one of his daughters. Daughter of Soekarno, Megawati, before and after ruling as the President of Indonesia, once

visited Kerambitan Palace that is only 30 km west of Denpasar. Until the end of his life, Ngurah Mayun remained to receive the visit of guests at Kerambitan Palace. Aside from having a closer look at the beauty of the palace, visitors also enjoyed the presentation of Balinese dance staged at the front courtyard of the palace. B N (BTN/Yan Beryas)

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Presentation of THK Awards he presentation of Tri Hita Karana Awards & Accreditations 2009 was executed on last Friday (Dec 4) at Ksiraarnawa Building, Denpasar Art Center. Except for hotels and tourist destination, the awards were also delivered to schools, higher education centres and government offices. Besides, a Bali Food Festival and presentation of Melapa-Melapi Awards to the winners graced the event. The following are some snapshots immortalizing the event: (1) presentation of THK Awards for starred hotel category; (2) school category; (3) government’s office; (4) presentation of Melapa-Melapi Awards, (5) Simpatic PR 2009. B N

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Balinese Food Festival:

CROSSWORD PUZZLE NO. 1

Hotel Four Seasons Jimbaran Wins the ‘Best of the Best’ Category It was truly creative and innovative. These hotel chefs were not only able to serve delicious food, but also created new food having mouth-watering flavor. Its serving was no less attractive. Menu display of every booth was design in such a way filled with creation that could shake the tongue and become a fresh spectacle. That is why Balinese culinary was worth conserving and promoting to international constellation. hus, the ambience of Balinese Food Festival 2009 that was organized in relation to the presentation of Tri Hita Karana (THK) Awards located at Ground Floor of Ksiraarnawa, Denpasar Art Center, last Friday (Dec 4). The participants consisting of several chefs were absorbing in working on their creation. Various new menus could be created with flavor that was no less enchanting. For instance, Sofitel prepared Bumbung Kokak Sambel Kecemcem, Bali Tropic served its favorite dessert named Kuluban Don Suji and Nusa Dua Beach served Brengkes Udang Manis. Uniquely, every participant provided a set up of Balinese typical food and drink serving pursuant to the theme highlighted. The drink served was made from Balinese traditional ingredients and met the health standard and hygiene both in terms of its processing and

ACROSS: 1 Celebrated on Dec 25; 7 A place of great happiness; 8 Pop group; 9 … Aquinas, Italian religious and philosopher; 11 Sun (Spanish); 12 National Security Agency; 13 Liaison Officer; 14 Fine appearance; 15 Central figure of the Christian religion; 16 Rocket-assisted takeoff; 18 Table in Christian church; 20 Joining together; 22 Writer; 24 Dictator; 25 Name (French); 27 Year of birth; 28 Road (French); 29 Festival celebrating the resurrection of Christ; 33 Excluding, without; 34Celebrity; 35 Reverberation; 36 Related to psalmody. DOWN: 1 Private discussion; 2 Republic of Indonesia; 3 Intellectual; 4 Ethical; 5 Ocean; 6 Viewpoints, outlooks; 8 Name of fruit; 9 Open mindedness; 10 One who stays temporarily; 11 A Japanese dish; 17 Sportsperson; 19 Before four; 21 Figure; 23 Universal Time; 24 One of the most popular Christmas dish made from this meat; 26 Spiritualist; 30 Region; 31 A large international exhibition; 32 Pinnacle, summit. B N (BTN/punia)

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was responding to complaints from the audience that both Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways were being thwarted by the Civil Aviation Department in their desire to increase flight frequencies to Bali. - Minister Wacik underlined the commitment of the current government to eliminating monopolies in Indonesia, including the past policies which allowed

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Villa Kubu and The Ulin Villas respectively won gold medal and silver medal for non-star hotel. In the meantime, for category of Tourist Destination, Sangeh Monkey Forest and Waterbom Bali won gold medal, while Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest, Tabanan and Denpasar Art Center won silver medals. Then, for category of Specific Resort, Bali Tourism Development Corporation (BTDC) won a gold medal and category of government’s office, Badung Regency Government also achieved the gold medal. For category of senior high school, gold medals went to SMAN 1 Kintamani, Bangli, SMAN 1 Sidemen, Karangasem, SMAN 2 Amlapura and SMAN 2 Bangli and for vocational high school; SMK

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Par Klungkung won the silver medal. For category of secondary school, SMP N 1 Blahbatuh, SMP N 1 Dawan, SMP N 2 Pekutatan Jembrana, SMP N 3 Gianyar, and SMP N 4 Mendoyo achieved gold medals. Meanwhile, SMP Harapan Nusantara, SMP N 1 Selat

THK Elements ......................................................... (Cont. from page 4) If people trust the merchant and also the goods he offers, they will also throng to do shopping to him. The more so in global competition nowadays maintaining customer’s trust is a prominent factor in commercial business. The scripture Manawa Dharmasastra (IV.170) asserts that it would be tremendously sinful if one earns a living by an improper manner like deceiving and counterfeiting. So, the existence of a sanctum at market, and also at the counter where the merchants do trading, aims at reminding them incessantly to enlighten their inner self by venerating Dewi Laksmi and establish economic prosperity well and properly. Trading, indeed, has many aspects. In each aspect, there are opportunities that entice merchants

to be inconsistent to hold the moral commitment in trading. In the dynamics of market, there is intermerchant competition. Competition conducted without moral preparation and correct life perspectives can lead to inter-merchant jealousy. Without sportive attitudes and perspective in competing can alter jealousy to real conflict that ultimately plunge both parties into misery. Accordingly, in the deepest heart of the merchant should be implanted sportive attitudes and keep away discontented longing in competition. The role and function of Melanting Temples and Pelangkiran, or offering platform at the market place, should be explained. At least, there should be an effort to revitalize the function of Melanting Temples to venerate Dewi Laksmi as the

Grand Istana Rama, Griya Santrian Hotel, Intercontinental Bali Resort, Melia Benoa, Melia Bali Villas & Spa Resort, Novotel Bali Nusa Dua, Novotel Bali Benoa, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, Nusa Lembongan Resort, Puri Santrian Resort, Sofitel Seminyak Bali, The Laguna Resort & Spa, Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa, Waka Di Ume Resort & Spa and Four Seasons Resort. Wisnu Wardana, Secretary of THK Awards who is also Chief Editor of Bali Travel News (BTN) said that the current BFF aimed at conserving and promoting Balinese culinary in the international constellation through hotels other than becoming as an offprint activity of Bali Travel News. B N (BTN/015)

Karangasem, SMP N 2 Banjarangkan and SMP N 5 Amlapura won silver medals. For higher education category, Warmadewa University, STP Nusa Dua and University of National Education (Undiknas) attained gold medal, while Hindu University of Indonesia (Unhi) could only win silver medal. Presentation of THK Awards 2009 on Friday (Dec 4) denoted the tenth award presentation. This year the number of participants diminished from 112 in 2008 to 52 in 2009. However, starting from this year the assessor team had a new task to assess school and government’s office. “Focus of assessment in this year lies on the accreditation, not merely on the awards,” said Wisnu Wardana, Secretary of THK Awards team who is also Chief Editor of Bali Travel News. B N (BTN/budarsana) manifestation of God as the Goddess of Prosperity. If the Melanting Temple is functioned by merchants just to put offerings to beg in order that their goods are selling well and obtaining much profit, is not enough. Ambition to get profit is something fair for merchants, but, it should be accompanied with the right morale and endeavor in obtaining it. Please bear in mind that the merchant’s pride, even though they earn profit that is not so much, it is achieved honorably. For the future, merchants will succeed as they gain significant profit. They generally uphold firmly the local wisdom of Bali that is known as cenik lantang (small but lengthy). This means, although they acquire small profits, it is achieved honorably. So, the Melanting Temple should function to establish religious merchants. B N (BTN/*)

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