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DESTINATION INFORMATION HISTORY It is believed that Indonesia’s first inhabitants had come from China at the beginning of the Iron Age, around 3000 BC. Some Buddhist inscriptions had written the date from the 9th century AD, however, it was only in the 11th century that the Hindu influence in Java made its mark on the island. Under the reign of King Airlangga, cultural exchanges between the two islands were developed. In the 13th century, the son of king Kertanegara founded the Majapahit dynasty which flourished for three centuries.
The first Dutch seamen landed in the Archipelago in 1597. The settlement and colonization process, which actually only started in 1800, was marked by troubled times and climaxed with the "Puputan" or collective suicide on14th of September 1906, when 4000 Balinese killed themselves rather than capitulate. The Japanese occupation, from 1942 to 1945, hindered the Dutch sovereignty.
0n the 17th of August 1945, Mr. Sukarno became the first President of the Republic of Indonesia, proclaiming the independence of Indonesia.
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Visitors will agree that Bali is considered as the main tourist destination in Indonesia. Its nature, people, and cultural sights look amazing to all tourists; just like the facets of a diamond.  Balinese culture is based on its unique form of Hinduism called “Hindu Bali” which it retained after the Islamization of Java and developed through the centuries. Though the caste system is observed, it is not as rigid as in India. Religion is the source of traditional customs in family and community life. Its influence is also strongly felt in the arts.
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Bali today is one of the world's most exotic and diverse destinations, offering an extensive range of world class facilities, accommodations and recreational options to Meeting and Incentive planners. Wonderful dining experiences, superlative entertainment options, world famous spas, cultural and adventure tours, shopping, nightlife, sporting facilities and more can all be integrated into a single event. The tropical climate of Bali means outdoor events add another casual aspect to the experiences. Some of the most interesting venues include Kerambitan Palace, Mengwi Temple, Tanah lot, Bali Art Centre, Nusa Dua Peninsula and Jimbaran bay. A wide range of theme events can be organised: Royal Teple Night, |
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Bisnis Indonesia reports that Spanish carrier Gadair European Airlines is seeking to establish air service between Spain and Indonesia. The Indonesian Ambassador to Spain, Slamet Santoso Mustafa, said Gadair is seeking traffic rights to both Jakarta and Denpasar (Bali) via international flights departing from the Spanish capital of Madrid. |
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