As Bali attempts to forge a new era

BALINESE HOPE: Almost all Indonesian and Balinese language media, alongside local English language titles, consistently refer to the island as Pulau Dewata (Island of the Gods), which was popularised by Indonesian language guide books in the 1950s and ’60s. On the other hand, almost all foreign media refer to it as a resort, holiday, or tourist island, often without mentioning that it’s part of Indonesia, undoubtedly contributing to the misconception among some foreigners that Bali is independent. Continue reading As Bali attempts to forge a new era