Geography & Location

• Bali is an Indonesian province situated approximately 2–3 km east of Java, separated by the Bali Strait. It spans around 5,600 km², measuring about 153 km west–east and 112 km north–south.

• The island features mountainous terrain centrally, including Mount Agung (3,031 m) — Bali’s highest and an active volcano — and Mount Batur (1,717 m), another active volcano with a caldera lake. 

• Bali’s landscapes are diverse: volcanic peaks, terraced rice fields, lush forests, and beaches with both white and volcanic-black sand. 

Population & Demographics

• Bali has an estimated population of around 4.2 to 4.4 million, reflecting steady post-2010 growth. 

• The Balinese are predominantly Hindu, practicing a unique form known as Agama Hindu Dharma — over 90% of the island’s population follow Hinduism. 

Culture & Tradition

• Bali’s identity is deeply shaped by Hindu spirituality, visible in its 20,000+ temples (pura), including water temples, sea temples, and other ritual spaces aligned with Balinese cosmology and calendar cycles. 

• Its artistic heritage includes dance, sculpture, painting, and religious ceremonies, often tied to seasonal and life-cycle rituals. 

Economy & Tourism

• Tourism is the lifeblood of Bali’s economy, contributing approximately 70–80% of GDP, with sector-related income fueling rapid development.