Bali

States
Indonesia
Category
Cultural
Year
2012
Region
Asia & Pacific
Coordinates
-8.2591666667, 115.4027777778
Last Visited
2013
UNESCO ID
1194
WH Site
1194
Bali

The Cultural Landscape of Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage shaped by the Balinese Hindu philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, emphasizing harmony between humans, nature, and the spiritual realm. This living heritage is reflected in its ancient rice terraces, water temples, and traditional irrigation systems known as subak, which have sustained agricultural practices for centuries. The site exemplifies a sustainable cultural ecosystem, preserved through community rituals and cooperative resource management.

📍 Location Map
Points (5)
  • Lake Batur
  • Royal Water Temple Pura Taman Ayun
  • Subak Landscape of Catur Angga Batukaru
  • Subak Landscape of Pekerisan Watershed
  • Supreme Water Temple Pura Ulun Danu Batur