THE LAKE BATUR FESTIVAL 2012

THE LAKE BATUR FESTIVAL 2012

The splendors of Lake Batur in the Bangli regency of Bali are unveiled from 19 to 21 October 2012 as the Lake Batur Festival 2012 takes place. The event is organized for the second time by the regional government of Bangli in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy.

This year, Lake Batur Festival will be enlivened with cultural activities, among which is the colossal Dance Ketangin Danau, involving 130 dancers. This dance expresses the exuberance of the people around Lake Batur. The Festival will also feature popular musicians. An exhibition of various products made of bamboo will also adorn the festival.

Furthermore, various competitions such as canine agility and a dog fashion show, boat races, penjor decorations competions, gebogan, beleganjur, fun bike, and trekking will also be held. Additionally, a culinary festival featuring traditional foods and fruits typical of the Kintamani area will enliven this exciting event. There will also be a photography competition themed on the beauty of Kintamani which involves 147 participants from Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya and Makassar.

Recently, Lake Batur was established as Member of the UNESCO Global Geopark Network. Relating to this, the organizers will hold a workshop on its Geological assets. The workshop will feature speakers from the Lake Batur Geopark team, and attended by community leaders, the community of Lake Batur and those working in the tourism industry.

Batur is also the name of the village located in North Penelokan, Kintamani District, Bali. Since 1926, this prosperous village at the foot of Mount Batur has been much admired by artists inspired by its natural splendor. Batur is one of Bali’s attractions endowed with enchanting beauty and panorama, especially of Mount and Lake Batur. The cool air in this area makes it a popular holiday destination.

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