Indonesian Arts Institute

ISI has an area of 1500 m2 building in Denpasar have Administration Center / Rektoriat, 2 floors of 1,500 m2 is used for space management, the Bureau / Division / Subdivision with conditions quite well and is still sufficient to be considered is the development of office space for 2 Faculty and Institute of P2M in accordance with ISI method could Denpasar.

Besides, facilities and office equipment that can support service function still needs to be improved.

Building Area 855 m2 3rd floor library was completed in 2002 by bertahap.Koleksi 6358 title / 20 742 ex. have been inadequate; reading room and storage area with adequate books, books in the field of art is still very limited business presence therefore the procurement of books arts should continue to be held, each year an average of 400 ex / book title held by DIP. Power library as much as 2 people Naturalife Greenworld D II library of formal education has not been willing to be of functional library premises reason difficulty in obtaining credit points for promotion. Meanwhile, interest in faculty and students are getting better even though the lecturers should continue to encourage students to read lecture materials are available at the library. An academic library supporting element which provides library materials, audio visual, for the purposes of education, research, and development of science, technology, and / or the arts, and community service for the entire academic community.

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bajra shandi

Balinese people struggle monument is one of the technical implementation unit of Bali Provincial Cultural Office, with a vision: meleslarikan niali heroic values, keperintisan kejuangan in support of conservation and cultural development. Pioneer Monument Perijuangan founding idea was the Bali People's Prof.. Dr. Ida Bagus Mantra. former Governor of Bali in 1980. To realize the idea in 1981 he then create a design contest dilaksanakanlah Bali People Struggle Monument. which was won by Ida Bagus Gede Yadnya. Bali People struggle Monument Construction commenced in 1987 and inaugurated on Saturday Umanis, June 14, 2003 by the President of the Republic of Indonesia (Ibu Megawati Sukarno Putri). Aim at awakening the monument was to commemorate the services of a hero, in the struggle to seize and defend the independence of the Republic of Indonesia from the colonial This monument is a manifestation of the phallus and yoni. The meeting between the two elements is a symbol of fertility and prosperity. Besides philosophy yoni phallus. This monument is also guided by the philosophy of the story playback Mandara Giri, drawn from the story of Adi Parwa Balinese people struggle monument is often used as a meeting place both private and governmental organizations meetings and for activities ¬ - race activities, social and religious. In addition, the monument of Balinese People's Struggle, is also intended or can be used for other activities, which are social, and personal, including pre-wedding activities, Galla dinner, meeting or meetings, where luikisan art exhibitions, and activities other cultural activities.

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Bali museum

Bali Museum, this museum originally built in 1910 by Dutch Government. In 20 January 1917 this museum was destroyed by the biggest earthquake in Bali. In 1932 the museum rebuilt again till today, there are 4 main building in south pavilion has 2 storey has collection of prehistoric pieces, traditional artefacts and some old painting. Futher north Buleleng building has variety collection of textiles including endek and double ikat gringsing. Other building Karangasem has Balinese calender and priest' clothing. the Northen building is Tabanan has many Barong mask and Keris.

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Kertalangu Cultural Village

Kertalangu Cultural Village, as its slogan says is a new concept destination in Bali. Situated in the middle of the rice field in Sanur area Kertalangu gives a rural nuances yet easily reached from the city center. Strategically located on the By Pass in in Kesiman Kertalangu, Padang Galak, East Denpasar, Kertalangu Cultural village is only 15 minutes away from the airport and 10 minutes drive from the city center.

Kertalangu Cultural Village covers 80 hectares area, houses 16 types of handicraft industries , recreational and tourist facilities, organic farming facilities and rows of rice fields which also serves as jogging track. Upon arrival in this cultural village, gallery and shop selling ornamental plants and earthenware on the side of the thoroughfare greet visitors. There are also an open-air restaurant with a stage and a sound system, workshop center, art market, and other tourism facilities in the main area.

But to find the main attraction of this cultural village need a long walk behind. Visitors who walk through the compound will be amazed when they come across dozens of hectares of rice fields. There is a two-meter-wide jogging track meandering through the rice fields. Visitors can also buy vegetables harvested by local farmers like water spinach and legumes along the four-kilometer track. Visitors can also feel the rural life of the farmers by joining the farmers tending the rice fields. Apart from the function as tourism destination, Kertalangu Cultural Village had been established as a means of preserving the dozens of hectares of paddy fields in the center of the city. The farmers also have many benefit from this resort, The farmers are still be able to continue their farming activities and at the same time get additional income from visitors.

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It is located 6 km from Denpasar city and only 20 minutes from Denpasar. It can be reached by public transportation or motorbike. Sanur beach was the first beach landed by the Dutch on 20 September 1906 related with Puputan War. All international facilities are available for tourist and communities such as: Star/non star hotel, restaurant, travel agency, etc. Beside this beach give many water sport attraction to people or tourist who want to enjoy the beach such as: diving, snorkeling, parasailing and etc.

The famous fishing village of Sanur is located on the eastern coastline of Bali. Sheltered by a coral reef, the grand mountains of central Bali compose a superb view east across the bay. Sanur is set among lush tropical gardens, and its quality hotels and resorts offer an excellent alternative for those who prefer a slower-paced holiday. The yellow sand beach is safe and numerous water sports - swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, outrigger sailing and windsurfing - are on offer. A visit to Turtle Island (Serangan) by hired boat is also highly recommended for a close encounter with these beautiful sea creatures. For land-based activities: visit the magnificent cottage and surrounding gardens of the early twentieth century Belgian painter, Le Mayeur; try your hand at kite-flying; play a round of golf at the nine-hole local course; experience a colorful temple festival; or shop at Sanur's lively beach market for some bargains. During the evening the choices are equally as varied, with a huge selection of restaurants and elegant nightclubs making a choice difficult. Most hotels and resorts also feature traditional music and dance performances.

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The Area of Padang Galak Beach

The event is a seasonal religious festival intended to send a message to the Hindu Gods to create abundant crops and harvests.

Travel through Sanur and turn off onto the new by pass road (called Ketewel By Pass) on the far side of Sanur. Padang Galak is the first place you come to after turning onto the By Pass road. Park your car at the edge of the road and walk through the rice padi field. There are a couple of warungs where you can leave your belongings. There are plenty of peaks along the break. The beach has black sand beach and the break works best in the wet season when Kuta etc. are onshore. The black sand can get really hot to walk on. Popular with Japanese surfers so sometimes can get a little crowded. Padang Galak is a beach break with standard right and left waves that will suit all levels of surfers. The break generally suits all tides and works best on a South West or Southerly swell of 3ft - 8ft with winds from the North West or West. The white sandy beach, is a popular place for surfing, includes the warung and accommodations. In the morning, you can see the beauty of the sunrise, also the Mount Agung can be seen from this beach. And in the middle of the year, The Bali Kite Festival is always held at this beach.

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Benoa harbor

The Benoa harbor leads begin at the Sea Buoy at 8°45'14 S, 115°14'55 E. Follow the leads (just below a lone palm tree on the hill above) --on a course of 255True, past buoys #1 and #2 to the beginning of the dog-leg channel. Maintain a course close to the Red (left) side channel markers (stay clear of all Green markers). Continue 30 meters past the last Buoy #8 before turning North - (staying close to the main ship wharf - portside) - to the Marina, located at 8°44'28"S and 115°12'48"E. We do not recommend night time approaches without prior experience -- Very dim navigation lights against a bright background. We recommend a slack-tide arrival if possible. In fact, the port is officially closed at sundown if you're concerned about your yacht insurance.

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Prasasti blanjong

Sanur beach is one of the tourist beaches in Bali, other than Kuta beach. Sanur beach is known also as Pantai Matahari Terbit or Sunrise Beach, because in the morning we can see beautiful sunrise unobstructed by mountains or hills. So coming for a holiday to Bali, do not forget a trip to the coast of Sanur in the morning to see seconds of the rising sun.

Sanur Beach is located in Sanur Village, South Denpasar District Municipality Dati II Denpasar. This beach is located on the east and south Sanur village, which is the edge of the southern Indian Ocean Indonesia island of Bali. The place is famous since ancient times, especially when there is a war Puputan Badung on 20 September 1906 where the Dutch troops landed there. In the history of Ancient Bali, Sanur beach is also famour for the masdih stone monument with the inscription written by Warmadewa the Kasari King, whose palace was in Singhadwala, year 917, which is now located in Southern Blanjong charter Sanur Beach.

In the tourism industry, Sanur beach was first introduced by a Belgian artist named AJ Le Mayeur and his wife Ni Polok who lived there since 1937 and held his own painting exhibition. The attraction of Northern Sanur is the round shape like a half circle and Southern parts turned from East to West, where a wave of sea water was so large and when the water subsided rock exposing colorful stretches. On the day approaching full moon, seawater is rising with rather large waves. In the south-east Nusa Penida group of islands are revealed across the sea and in the east of the panorama looking south coast of the island of Bali with the mountain Agung.

What was interesting from sanur beach than the sun rising?
1. White sand. In Indonesia, a rare white sandy beaches, so this is unique.
2. The hot sun. Suitable for those of you who want to sunbathe along the beach of Sanur.
3. The water is receding in the afternoon. Usually sea water at Sanur Beach in the afternoon low tide, so often found shallow-shallow sea. Visitors use this moment to up the canoe, such a small boat. So much fun!

The surrounding group of isles and coral rocks that jutted into the sea across are visible from the south Sanur Beach. The panorama in southern part of Sanur is more beautiful in the morning. Places of a strategic view is part of the East, the Semawang and Mertasari. Circumstances where the air was fresh, and blowing a comfortable sea breeze. The atmosphere along the coast of Sanur is light and shaded with big trees. Sanur beach is perfect for sunbathing along the white sandy beaches.

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The most beaches

Sanur beach

Sanur Beach is a beautiful white sandy beach with calm and warm seawater located in east part of Denpasar Town. The beach location in eastside and south part of Sanur Village is an edge of Indonesia Ocean. This place has famous since long time, especially when the happening of the Puputan Badung war on 20 September 1906, where that moment the Dutch colonist land its army in this coast. There is a stone monument found in this place as an inscription of Sri Kesari Warmadewa King with the palace in Singhadwala year 917, whereabouts now there are in Blanjong, southern part of Sanur Beach.

Nusa dua beach

Nusa Dua is an elite resort area with international five star hotels and resorts existing on the costal side in south part of Bali. It is located in Badung Regency and about 25 minutes drive from Bali's International airport. Nusa Dua with 350 ha size is the sample luxury resort area and one of best tourism places in the world. In fact, the name of Nusa Dua is coming from two small islands located in the south part of Bali Island (Nusa mean the island and Dua mean two) that is dissociated with the white sand.

Kuta beach

Kuta is the most famous tourist places in Bali. It is famous with the spectacular white sandy beach, several of hotels from luxury and until budget hotels are available, hilarious nightlife, plenty of restaurants with international cuisine, bars, pub, Water Boom Park and shopping center. It is one stop place for holiday in Bali by offering the plenty of selection we need and make it the right place to visit on your vacation in Bali.

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Bali

Bali Island, popular as a holiday island, a land of a thousand gods, thousand temples, thousand dances is located at the Pacific Ocean, just below the equatorial line, on latitude 8 degree south and longitude 115 degree east. The island is considered to be the most attractive island to visitors. It is estimated that they were more than 3.500.000 tourist a year from all round the world. Most of them seek an understanding of a way of life that is really unique.

Bali Islands today become one of most favorite holiday island in the world has been enchanting visitor for centuries with its rich cultural traditions and spectacular panoramas. From lofty, mist enshrouded volcanoes and cool mountain lakes down through terraced rice fields to a golden strand lapped by azure waters; every square inch of Bali offers a fresh and unforgettable image.

Those of you keen on delving into the island’s fascinating culture will have plenty of opportunities, as colorful ceremonies or festival which most involving music, dance, religion and art. All of which are held very close to the hearts of the people. Two of the major festivals are Galungan and Nyepi. Galungan is the major feast of Wuku calendar. For ten days the Gods are said to visit the island and mythical lion dogs prance between temples and villages in celebration. The eve of Nyepi involves the noisy banishment of lingering evil by using music instrument such as gongs, drums, and flame torches. On Nyepi, the whole of Bali is quiet.

The shoppers among you will find Bali a treasure house of handicrafts and fine work of art. The Balinese are incredibly gifted artist and craftsmen, and their material creations are imbued with the same sense of wonderment with which they regard their universe. Stone and wood carving, traditional and modern paintings and intricately designed jewelry in gold and silver are readily available in shops and galleries throughout island.

The artisans, craftspeople and street vendors of Bali are kept busy supplying the tourist demand. Vendors crowd the beaches and streets of major tourist destination offering you their products, which can sometimes become a bit overwhelming but is also a fun way to shop. It this is not quite your style of shopping then try the big department store where prices are fixed and major credit card is accepted. In all areas of Kuta there are a multitude of shop and restaurants selling a wide variety of good including swimwear, sarongs, handicrafts, cassettes, CDs, jewelry, clothing, artworks, furniture and leather goods while Ubud and its surrounding villages considered as home based of all handicraft, gold and silver jewelry.

As for recreation, there is no shortage of options. Nature walks, horseback riding, cruise, fishing tour, diving, surfing – even bungy jumping and white water rafting as well as water sport – awaits.

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jatiluwih rice terrace ( subak )

Jatiluwih is one tourist attraction with beautiful panoramas. Variations panoramic rice terraces-steps with heavily wooded mountain backdrop, can be categorized as natural attractions are as interesting as Kintamani and Lake Batur.

Sightseeing Jatiluwihlocated 48 km from Denpasar. Its location is 28 km in the northern city of Tabanan. To be able to enjoy a fun tour, then tour the usual combination of Denpasar – Bedugul – Village Pertigaan Pacung – Teak Luwih – Yeh panes – Tabanan – Alas Kedaton.

Sightseeing Jatiluwih visited by domestic and foreign tourists who want to enjoy the cool and the beauty and expanse of rice field terraces. Ie once every 210 days on Wednesday Kliwon Ugu is a day that held a ceremony Petoyan Pendet Guardian also dances that are sacred.

Jatiluwih as natural attractions in fact been known since the Dutch power Bali (1910-1942). But the road that connects to the object is corrupt then not many tourists who come to enjoy the panorama of lush, cool and refreshing.

Poorly maintained condition lasted until 1970 and after that thanks to government funding, infrastructure development is addressed. It turns out that asphalt roads have been built that can lift the name Teak Luwih become natural attractions for visitors.

Besides enjoying the cool beauty of natural scenery mountains, Jatiluwih also store a unique attraction rituals once every 210 days on a Day Wali, Petoyan, Patirtan Wednesday kliwon Ugu. At its peak the ceremony is also performed a sacred dance Pendet Guardian. (Wan)

Identification and Attractiveness
Jatiluwih including one tourist attraction with beautiful panoramas. Variations panoramic rice terraces-steps with heavily wooded mountain backdrop, can be categorized as natural attractions are very interesting. Teak Luwih have cool air being located at an altitude of 700 m above sea level. In addition to its natural potential, the potential cultural store Jatiluwih historical events especially the construction of a temple that had something to do with the name of Ida Dalem Waturenggong suzerainty in Kraton Gelgel (1460-1551).
Location
Mileage is 48 km from Denpasar. Its location in the north of Tabanan (28 km). To be able to enjoy a fun tour, the tour of Denpasar, Bedugul fork combined Pacung Jatiluwih Village, Tabanan panes Yeh, monuments Subak, Alas kedaton go to Tanah lot to enjoy the Sun Set with a beautiful panoramic beach.

Facilities
Sightseeing Jatiluwih been equipped with parking facilities, toilets, Bale filmed, Wantilan to rest, while for the tourists who visit to enjoy the natural beauty Jatiluwih. In the vicinity of the object has been built a few restourant preparation services in order to eat and drink. Roads are getting upgraded so that vehicles can enter from the east path is through the T-junction towards Teak Luwih Pacung likewise from west route through the attractions Yeh panes Penatahan Batukaru-Pura continued to Jati Luwih

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angseri hot springs

Need some privacy in a closed cabin to relax and enjoy the hot waters without any outside interference? Angseri Hot Springs is the Answer. Angseri Hot Springs nestled between lush rice paddies and small streams, precisely in Banjar Munduk Lumbang, Angseri Village, Baturiti District, Tabanan Regency. Places that used only as a traditional bathhouse by the local people, now transformed into a comfortable bathing area, with only Rp 3,000 (entrance fee) was able to enjoy the warmth of the hot spring pools.

It is only 2 hours drive from Denpasar taking the direction to go to Bedugul. If you are a little confused with the location of Angseri Hot Springs, asking some locals around may be can help you. You can also reach it coming from Penebel through Jatiluwih going north-east as well, but then it's a bit more difficult to find. Coming closer to the destination you will see black and white signs "Air Panas", which means Hot Spring in Bahasa Indonesia.

The whole area is surrounded by green vegetation, mainly bamboo, palm and fern trees, as well as cultivated rice paddies, where you can sometimes see the local farmers going after their work in the rice fields.

Angseri Hot Springs offers 2 open-air pool, and 4 small private cabins, with rooms for up to 6 people max. Only Rp 10.000,- (USD 1) for each visitor, you can call one of the cabins for 30 minutes (if a visitor to this place relatively quiet, you can call as long as you want :p). For the public open-air pool, the cost is free! The private cabins are cleaned after every visitor and the water is exchanged completely as well. The whole place is practically only a few years old and hygiene looks very good. Early afternoon, the open-air pool is already emptied and cleaned for the next day to come. So make sure you arrive not later than lunch time to use this one.

This place is also equipped with a canteen that sells food and drink typical of Bali, like tipat cantok and young coconut. So after enjoy the hot waters, do not be afraid to go hungry.

Angseri Hot Springs is a potential place as tourist destination in Bali due to the place is unique with original hot water surrounded by green vegetation. It is many visited by local and foreign tourists who want to take a bath in the hot water while enjoy the natural nature surround it.

Family tourism object that offering natuural hot spring with beautiful natural viewing of village and ricefield

Tourist can do vigorous physical activity by walking from parking area to the main place through the natural viewing of rice field.

Angseri hot spring offering some facilities for you who dreaming natural feeling like :

• Swimming pool for adult
• Swimming pool for children
• Private room

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Sea Walker at Sanur

This time, we will try one of the exciting water sports and fun in Bali. Not snorkeling, scuba diving or surfing, but seawalker alias walk on the seabed. Its location at Sanur beach, near the Puri Santrian hotel. The essential equipment is specially designed helmet dive for underwater activities such as Sea Walker. And interestingly, the activities that one can be joined even by those who can not swim at all. Ask why?

Before stepping into the sea, we will be given a briefing on the techniques. Then we will transfer by boat to the pontoon Seawalker in the middle of the sea. Here we want to pair that special helmet fed by pure oxygen. Guided by the instructor, we’re going down the stairs to go down there who set foot towing which is about 5-7 meters deep. Stay calm and relax, because we do not feel there is a difference between breathing in the land to breathe in water. No matter if you wear glasses or contact lens, this unique helmet is not transparent. So you can still wear glasses under the water. In the water, we can take a walk to enjoy the enchanting underwater imaginable while feeding the fish dance. Approximately 30 minutes after the dive, we will be invited to ride to the pontoon and then taken again by boat to the mainland to enjoy lunch at the restaurant imaginable Puri Santrian hotel. The total time we need for this activity from the start pick-up back to the hotel about 4 hours. It would be nice and interesting to follow the trip in the morning It’ll be a good and clear water.

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Ayung River Rafting.

Welcome to Ayung River Rafting is a new establishes Bali rafting Adventure inviting you enjoys the adventure rafting at Ayung River Ubud Bali which is still wild with the beautiful and high riverbank. Ayung river is the largest river in Bali, which is used as a place of tourist water adventurer . Ripples irrigate the river rock, tracing Bali nature pass the river which is full of fun and pass the attractive and challenging rapids are the impressive experience on your vacation in Bali. Bali Tour Adventure, Bali Rafting Along with Ayung River Adventure Rafting Adventure at Ayung River Ubud Bali An impressive experience trace the Ayung River will be started from your pick up schedule at the hotel resident and drop to start point to get the short training from well trained and experience guide. Movement raw the safe and high quality rubber boat with a capacity of maximum 5 persons and also led by professional guide which have experienced to pass the attractive and challenge rapids with full of fun along the 11 km, where the Ayung River rafting can be done while enjoying the atmosphere rice fields, tropical forest and the atmosphere of the village who are still natural. Your journey above water river, take a bath in natural waterfall and also view Bali nature which still be wild represent you will not forget your Holidays in Bali with amazing experience which is not fallen into oblivion. Your adventure in the water will end at the finish point and enjoy the buffet lunch at the same time enjoy the nature of Ubud Bali. Taking shower and change clothes will be reserved to refresh your body. The comfortable transportation which have been provided will bring the you return to hotel with fully memory. Enjoy the white water rafting adventure at Ayung River with Ayung River rafting is correct choice for the adventure in river water. With the complete facilities and also supported by the staff which professional and skilled in this classic adventure tour hence adventure dream in Bali will be existed.

Excess ayung Rafting:
What distinguishes the track Ayung rafting with the other tracks are there cliff stone carving work of artists who achieve along ubud until meter.Here also you can take pictures together with the background Engraving.

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