Insight Pocket Guides Bali (Paperback)

by Made Wijaya (Author) "A great Javanese priest was forced to banish his dissolute son to the eastern tip of Java..." (more)
Key Phrases: jaba tengah, wayang style, candi bentar, Gunung Agung, Bali Aga, Nusa Penida (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal
The latest in the "Insight Pocket Guides" series contains the usual fare: where to stay, where to shop, where to drink, and where to golf. Suggested itineraries are provided along with a calendar of special events. Bali is internationally known as a marvelous place to enjoy festivals, music, and dance, with the country's many temples as backdrop. Wijaya's guide mentions some of the better-known festivals, as well as a few that are less well known, far from bustling Denpasar. These descriptions will certainly be of interest to readers bound for Bali. But though history, culture, and language are covered, the information provided tends to be superficial, leaving serious travelers wanting more. Readers (and librarians) looking for greater detail should consider purchasing Bill Dalton's Bali Handbook (Moon Pubns., 1990). Wijay's book is recommended for the light traveler.
- Kevin M. Roddy, Univ. of Hawaii, Hilo
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
One of over 400 titles in the Insight series,

Insight Guide Bali. This 320-page book includes a section detailing Bali's history, 13 features covering aspects of the island's life and culture, ranging from sacred trance dances to temple architecture, a region by region visitor's guide to the sights, and a comprehensive Travel Tips section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. Plus more than 260 exciting photographs and 12 maps. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Apa Productions (April 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0395723639
• ISBN-13: 978-0395723630
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #7,700,963 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Insight Guide Bali, March 31, 2000

By	Alice Markle "alice4600" (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Insight Guide Bali (Bali, 16th ed) (Paperback)

Insight Guide Bali is an exceptional travel guide. The history is well written and rich with interesting facts. I reads like a good novel. The maps are deteiled with plenty of cross references. There are plenty of travel tips from riding a bus to how to order food without MSGS. It appears that every possible travel issue has been addressed; from how not to get arrested to finding the swank resorts. The book is worth the price just for the exquisite pictures. I have never seen a travel book with photos as exceptional as these. Usually I purchase a couple of guide books before going to a new location, but this time I will only use the Insight Guide Bali.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great travel guide, July 8, 2001

By	"oceancorals" (Hong Kong) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Insight Guide Bali (Bali, 16th ed) (Paperback)

I read the history background like a novel. The cultural information such as the drama, the dances, the religion, the art etc. is great. The photos are great too. I am back from Bali and I just take this book with me.