Bali Map
A Brief Description
The island of Bali is part of the Republic of Indonesia, the largest archipelago in the world with over 18,000 islands.
A popular tourist destination known for its natural attractions, perfect climate and relaxed atmosphere, this island of flowers, temples and friendly people is considered a real gem by travelers worldwide.
This tropical island is one of the most stunning, and yet, now dangerous destinations on the planet. Recent terrorism attacks here and in other areas of Indonesia have stifled western tourism rather dramatically.
Name Bali
Population 3,325,000
Capital City Denpasar
Languages Bahasa Indonesia (official), English, Dutch and many local dialects.
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Official Currency Indonesian Rupee (IDR)
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Religions Muslim (88%), Protestant, others
Geographic Coordinates
Latitude/Longitude 08° 39S, 115° 13E
Relative Location Bali is located in the eastern and southern hemispheres. It's positioned in Southeast Asia, in central Indonesia, and sits just to the east of the island of Java, and just west of the island of Lombok. It's bordered by the Bali Sea and the Indian Ocean.
Land Statistics
Land Area 5,632 sq km (2,174 sq miles)
Terrain Dormant volcanoes (some exceeding 3,000 meters) stretch across the island. Tropical rain forests, crater lakes and rivers dot the landscape. White sand beaches are on the southern coastline.
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