The Indonesian island of Bali has secured a strong reputation as a premier holiday destination for travellers from across the world. The noteworthy historical monuments, vibrant traditional culture and laidback mode of life have made the island a very appealing destination for visitors.
Bali has the distinction of being the most popular tourism destination within the vast nation of Indonesia. In addition to its cultural monuments this fascinating location also boasts highly sophisticated arts and crafts, including modern as well as traditional dance forms, music, painting, sculpture, leather work and metalworking.
The island also possesses great scenic beauty and an abundance of natural riches. A diverse array of flowers as well as other flora have developed here as a result of the tropical climate. Snorkelers and divers will be enthralled by the network of coral reefs and their resident fish, dolphins, turtles and other marine creatures.
One of Bali’s unmistakable sights is the majestic Mount Agung, a volcanic mountain which ranks amongst the highest in all of Indonesia. This lofty peak which measures no less than 3,142 m in height is one of the chain of volcanic peaks which form the basis of the landscape of Bali.
This picturesque mountain is also of great spiritual importance to the residents of Bali, as it is inextricably linked with the culture and legends of the Balinese. According to local legend this immense mountain was formed when the Hindu deity Pasupati cracked open Mount Meru, considered to be the spiritual focus of the cosmos and created Mount Agung using one of the resulting fragments.
Climbing up the mountain is recommended for experienced hikers only, but skilled trekkers will be able to observe that the verdant forests of the lower elevations give way to a barren landscape of volcanic rock structures and ash. Sensational panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes may be obtained from the summit of the mountain. Various kinds of animals and birds may be seen on the slopes of the mountain.
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Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
