Ubud Writers & Readers Festival was first organized in 2004, is now known as one of the largest literary festival in Southeast Asia. The mission of UWRF is realizing an international festival that celebrates thoughts, ideas, as well as global isues. UWRF is a major annual project of the nonprofit foundation Mudra Swari Saraswati founded by co-founder, Janet DeNeefe as a form of recovery after the first Bali bombing tragedy.
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) for the 13th time will be the arena celebration of great ideas and wonderful stories. The largest literary festival in Southeast Asia is ensuring the presence of more than 160 writers, artists, journalists, musicians, lawyers, and activists to gather in the heart of the arts and culture of the island of Bali, Ubud, together lovers of literature and other art enthusiasts from around the world that you can visit using Bali Tours which offer selected budget Bali tour packages.
As announced in January, a Hindu philosophy from the 6th century, Tat tvam Asi, which means 'I am you, you are me', the main theme of this year UWRF. Indonesian nation consists of various ethnic, religious, cultural, and long history, making it a pluralistic nation with diverse backgrounds but still one. 'I am you, you are me' is also defined as 'we are one' and it covers the philosophy of UWRF during this time, where debates unanswered regarding human rights, the value of a difference, and the energies that make up life , environment, and identity of a nation will be raised. One of the big headline about Tat tvam Asi that will be discussed at UWRF is about limiting within a nation.
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Saturday
Virgin Beach Bali
Expanse of blue sea flanked by two hills, that panorama presented by the White Sand Beach or now Virgin Beach familiarly called. Being among the Indigenous Village Bugbug and Perasi, Karangasem, Bali, this beach is one of the three beaches along the area. Candidasa Beach and offers panoramic sea Bugbug beach with black sand, while Virgin Beach presents other charms with warm white sand that often buffeted by waves rolls. Virgin Beach was given the nickname, which means virgin beaches, because the atmosphere is still naturally unspoiled investors as in other tourist spots in Bali.
Although there supporting tourism, only a few simple stalls managed by individuals from residents of each village. Not only from the lack of hotels or resorts, but natural shades can also be seen from the absence of electricity use in this white sand beach. Being on the east side of Mount Hone, Virgin Beach can be seen directly on the top of this hill. Roads that can be taken as the access of this hill, about 500 meters at a T-junction with a marker signpost toward Sharpen or Virgin Beach Hill. Access roads this one is quite small and narrow, so if you bring the vehicle or using Bali safe driver services, can only be reached by using a motorcycle.
There is also another access road from the village Perasi, one right after the village Bugbug village.
Although still minimal touch of luxury tourism typical of other tourist destinations in Bali, but this actually makes a positive impact. Visitors who come to feel comfortable with the atmosphere quiet and away from the uproar too modern tourism today.
Some water activity in order to attract tourists has encouraged some local people who opened the business in Virgin Beach. Ranging from snorkeling, body board, to sailing, which is offered here at the tourists, both local and foreign. Reefs and ornamental fish are others in this coastal region, which is a mainstay in the White Sand Beach. According to him, the potential for such underwater coral reefs in the Virgin Beach Bali is not lost to other areas, such as Amed and Blue Lagoon. Demand, especially foreign tourists seemed not miss the opportunity to feel the thrill of underwater panorama here.
As for sailing, using boats or traditional fishing boat, visitors will be taken to sail in coastal areas around the island to the Pope, the name for the whale-shaped atoll under Hill Sharpening. In addition to enjoying water activities, many visitors also swim or just indulge in the sand while sunbathing.
The waves are big enough, it becomes the target of visitors who swim here. The waves that move pushed people toward the beach became a sensation for them. This Bali beach area is opened from 08:00 pm until after dusk.
Although there supporting tourism, only a few simple stalls managed by individuals from residents of each village. Not only from the lack of hotels or resorts, but natural shades can also be seen from the absence of electricity use in this white sand beach. Being on the east side of Mount Hone, Virgin Beach can be seen directly on the top of this hill. Roads that can be taken as the access of this hill, about 500 meters at a T-junction with a marker signpost toward Sharpen or Virgin Beach Hill. Access roads this one is quite small and narrow, so if you bring the vehicle or using Bali safe driver services, can only be reached by using a motorcycle.
There is also another access road from the village Perasi, one right after the village Bugbug village.
Although still minimal touch of luxury tourism typical of other tourist destinations in Bali, but this actually makes a positive impact. Visitors who come to feel comfortable with the atmosphere quiet and away from the uproar too modern tourism today.
Some water activity in order to attract tourists has encouraged some local people who opened the business in Virgin Beach. Ranging from snorkeling, body board, to sailing, which is offered here at the tourists, both local and foreign. Reefs and ornamental fish are others in this coastal region, which is a mainstay in the White Sand Beach. According to him, the potential for such underwater coral reefs in the Virgin Beach Bali is not lost to other areas, such as Amed and Blue Lagoon. Demand, especially foreign tourists seemed not miss the opportunity to feel the thrill of underwater panorama here.
As for sailing, using boats or traditional fishing boat, visitors will be taken to sail in coastal areas around the island to the Pope, the name for the whale-shaped atoll under Hill Sharpening. In addition to enjoying water activities, many visitors also swim or just indulge in the sand while sunbathing.
The waves are big enough, it becomes the target of visitors who swim here. The waves that move pushed people toward the beach became a sensation for them. This Bali beach area is opened from 08:00 pm until after dusk.
Two Festival in Bali in August Ready Held
In August, Bali will hold two cultural festival tour. One is Buleleng Festival 2015 on August 4 to 8, 2015. The festival is held at the monument Ambara Lion King, Singaraja.
In this festival, as many as 21 wipe (group) gong of the nine districts in Buleleng participate enliven.
Buleleng Festival 2015 in addition to using the area around the statue of the Lion also utilize Sasana Budaya and Puri Kanginan, to show some additional events. Buleleng 2015 Festival theme is "Gurnitaning Denbukit", which means thundering music in Buleleng.
Later, in one of the biggest festivals in Buleleng will explore more musical arts grow and develop in Buleleng, both traditional music and modern music.
Meanwhile, the event "Sanur Village Festival" 2015 is the 10th will be held on August 26 to 30 in Maisonette Area, Segara Beach, Sanur Bali with the theme "decade".
The event will be held in a variety of activities, such as environmental programs, culinary festivals, art and photography exhibitions, sports activities, as well as arts and cultural dialogue.
To visit this event you can using Bali car charter and rental service. As quoted from Antara, some environmental programs will be implemented, among others clean up the beach, release hatchlings, and planting of coral reefs involving school pupils, tourism stakeholders and local NGOs.
In addition, for sports activities, on August 23 will be held the event run SanurRun with three categories, namely running 10 kilometers and five kilometers open to the public, run route as far as 400 meters for children aged 5-6 years, and ran one kilometer for children age 7-9 years.
While Sanur Open Golf Tournament will be held over two days on August 29 to 30 in Bali Beach Golf Course. For festival and exhibition activities include Sanur Creative Expo, Expo Agro, music performances and the Arts, Culture Parade and Bazaar Ornamental Plants.
Sanur Creative Expo will showcase the craft industry treats tourism support as well as a creative gathering event, appointment of commerce, and business contacts.
In addition, the photography competition will be held in two categories, namely students and the public. The exhibition will be held at the Bali Hyatt the week before to a week after the event Sanur Village Festival.
Monday
Sanur Creative Expo 2015
Sanur Creative Expo projected as a melting-pot of creative events and Business which consists of the young entrepreneurs, start-ups, self-employee and show-off event newbie trensetter Indonesian creative industry, by raising the Bali cultural and local knowledge to be able to be coupled and align with International brand and product world.
Penglipuran Village Bali
The word 'Penglipuran' is derived from 'Pengeling Pura' which means 'sacred place in memory of the ancestors'. Small village located in Bangli regency, Bali has become a favorite destination for a traveler because cleanliness, beauty, and traditional life still well preserved.
The houses lined the streets uphill uniform. Green atmosphere is very pronounced, cars and motorcycles must not enter the village including your car charter in Bali. All the vehicle is parked near the gate, so Penglipuran free of exhaust fumes.
Located at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level, Penglipuran become village with cool air. Bangli itself is the only district in Bali which is not directly adjacent to the sea. The roads are made of natural stone, colorful flowers grow in many places. There bougainvillea, hibiscus, roses, to Cambodia. Very pleasing to the eye!
There are about 200 traditional houses in Penglipuran, tourists can go straight into it. Each home has a similar entrance, called 'angko-angko' made of clay. On the edge of the board there angko angko consist of information homeowner name and family members.
At the top of the village there is a temple where the main prayer for Penglipuran citizens. In addition to enjoying the scenery and hospitality of the citizens Penglipuran Bali, a traveler can also taste the typical drink called 'yolo cemcem'. Fresh sour taste with chunks of coconut in it.
Sunday
Beautiful! White Sand Beach in Nusa Dua, Bali
But, pretty much as well before you pass through the toll road, entered the usual way to the beach of Nusa Dua. Seeing the atmosphere of Bali in this section. Along the way, you can see is the grandeur of the island of Bali with such structures in various types and forms. Starting from the shop, hotel, resort, and other building types. Getting closer to the location that we want to go, the more aggressive it feels development on the island.Prior to the Nusa Dua, first you can stop at Tanjung Benoa Beach. The reason, it seems this beach is much closer to reach. Afterwards, then you proceed to Nusa Dua Beach, before you visit Kuta Beach.
Typical gate towering island, welcomed your arrival. At the beach, there are a number of tourists seen strolling shore excursions, bathing, even just sitting around enjoying the beauty of Nusa Dua. On the west which is directly adjacent to the beach of Tanjung Benoa, the afternoon sun was beginning to dim. From a distance, look for hotels and resorts that stands proudly along Tanjung Benoa Beach.Western section dealing with Tanjung Benoa Beach, the eastern part leads to a golf course. In the middle of the second part, there is a small island covered with green trees.
Tuesday
Bali achieved the most beautiful island in the world award
Bali was chosen as the most beautiful island in the world reader's choice Conde Nast Traveler magazine Russia in 2013 , despite the many options for beautiful islands traveled , but the charm of the beauty of the island remains a top choice for tourists from Russia . Tribute to Bali as the most beautiful island received Ambassador to Russia , Djauhari Oratmangun conducted at a leading theater in the City of Moscow . The award selection Conde Nast Traveler readers Russia is getting attention from the Russian media , both print and electronic media . To win the award , Bali to compete with other nominees namely Phuket , Maldives , Mauritius and Greece .In his speech, Ambassador Djauhari Oratmangun present the award received by Bali is inseparable from the efforts of all parties, both in Indonesia and Russia to continue to promote the beauty of the island to prospective potential tourists from Russia . He said the Embassy in Moscow promoting continuous Bali and other tourist objects in Indonesia to the people of Russia .
This award is proof that Indonesia including Bali travel is able to provide 5S to the Russian tourists Sun , Sea , Sand , Smile , Service, Scenery , plus Satisfaction if it has come back, " he said . In addition to earning the award for the most beautiful island , one of the hotels in Bali, Grand Hyatt Bali also entered as a nominee for the best choice for family readers but unfortunately still not lucky to win the best category .
Conde Nast Traveler readers Russia conducting routine choice award to know the various categories of travel and means of support are preferred by Russian society . Bali has also been entered as a nominee best island in 2012 . Conde Nast Traveler Russia often contains writings about tourism in the country including a special edition of the summer 2013 that brought Maria Sharapova visiting Yogyakarta and contained in 14 pages of Conde Nast Traveler in Russia , Spain and China .
Thursday
Bali Kite Festival
Bali Kite Festival was first performed in 1979 housed in Subak Tanjung bungkak Denpasar. After nearly a quarter century kite festival still received overwhelming response from the public. For this year the Bali Kite Festival will be held on 21 Juli 2013 until 24 Juli 2013.
Balinese kites outside the State was much admired addition to its distinctive shape, Bali kite is also known by the accompanying rituals. Until now, The Balinese recognize two types of kites are Traditional and new Creation.
If you're in Bali make sure you don't miss this festival. You can go there by using Bali car rental service. Bebean (fish-shaped), Janggan (bird-shaped), and Pecukan (leaf-shaped) are traditional kites flown during the festival by teams of ten or more adult kite fliers. The Bebean is the largest of these kites, and resembles a broad-mouth split-tail fish. The Janggan kite sports an impressive flowing cloth tail, often reaching one hundred meters or more in length. The Pecukan requires the most skill to fly, due to its relatively unstable form. The traditional colors of these impressive kites are red, white, and black.
Wednesday
Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived in Bali
Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived in Bali on Tuesday (25/6) at midnight. Portuguese soccer superstar will perform rescue campaign mangrove with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, the Minister of Forestry Zulkifli Hasan, and many environmentalists. Ronaldo is going to be in Indonesia for three days in a series of mangrove planting activities. Ronaldo made ambassador Bali Mangrove Care Forum was initiated by businessman Tommy Winata.
The plan on this Bali event starting on Wednesday (26/6), the President will attend an event titled "Bali Mangrove Save, Save Earth (BSMSE)" in Forest Park Ngurah Rai Bali. That's where Zulkifli will be presented certificates Ronaldo appointment as ambassador FPM. Through this event, the government wants to increase public awareness of the importance of mangrove forests.
In accordance with the agenda of the committee, Ronaldo will be to Telaga Waja, Benoa Bay, Wednesday (26/6) morning, to attend the mangrove planting event with the President and the Minister of Forestry Zulkifli.
At noon, Ronaldo will hold a news conference at the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel. While the evening she will perform a gala dinner. In the activities of the dinner party, Ronaldo management requested that no coverage from the media.
The plan on this Bali event starting on Wednesday (26/6), the President will attend an event titled "Bali Mangrove Save, Save Earth (BSMSE)" in Forest Park Ngurah Rai Bali. That's where Zulkifli will be presented certificates Ronaldo appointment as ambassador FPM. Through this event, the government wants to increase public awareness of the importance of mangrove forests.
In accordance with the agenda of the committee, Ronaldo will be to Telaga Waja, Benoa Bay, Wednesday (26/6) morning, to attend the mangrove planting event with the President and the Minister of Forestry Zulkifli.
At noon, Ronaldo will hold a news conference at the Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel. While the evening she will perform a gala dinner. In the activities of the dinner party, Ronaldo management requested that no coverage from the media.
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