Uluwatu Cliff Wall Fails Under Giant Waves
Environmentalists and surfers who opposed the construction of the retaining wall at Uluwatu are actively discussing a video that has gone viral on social media. The footage was filmed beneath the clif…
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Bali’s Coastline is Fading—How Much Land is Left?
Bali’s coastline is rapidly changing. Erosion is washing away beaches and cliffs, and the ocean is reclaiming land. Governor Wayan Koster stated that the island is losing territory — and if urgent mea…
Balian Water Factory Burns in Karangasem – Shortages Likely
A tragic event for all lovers of high-quality water has occurred in Karangasem—the Balian water factory has burned down.
If you’ve ever compared different water brands on the island, chances are Balian was among your top choices. But now, after a fire broke out at the drinking water plant, there may be supply disruption…
Construction Near Padang Padang Sparks Environmental Concerns
In Pecatu, an inspection is under way at a construction site near Padang Padang Beach. A special Bali parliament commission visited the site on Jalan Pantai Padang-Padang in South Kuta and reported po…
Bali’s Best Non-Touristy Mountains for Hiking
Most people who decide to hike in the mountains of Bali usually choose one of two well-trodden routes: catching sunrise on Mount Batur alongside hundreds of tourists, or climbing Mount Agung for the b…
Nusa Lembongan Island
Nusa Lembongan is a small island off the south-east coast of Bali. It has two closest neighbours: Nusa Ceningan, across a narrow channel and connected by a suspension bridge, and the impressive Nusa P…
Kuta Plans Major Sidewalk Upgrade and Parking Ban
Badung authorities are preparing a major redevelopment of Kuta. The area is set to become more pedestrian-friendly: pavements will be widened, some of the chaotic on-street parking removed, utility ca…
Cliff Below Uluwatu Temple to Be Reinforced Further
The project to build a protective wall in Uluwatu is officially completed, but Bali authorities decided to continue the work to completely eliminate the risk of the cliff collapsing, on which one of t…
No One Owns the Ocean: The Fight for Bo’a
This story is unfolding right now on Rote Island, Indonesia. Once again, it’s a clash between business and local residents. That script is as old as time, but it’s worrying that in Indonesia these sto…
Japan Plans Major Investment to Save Bali’s Beaches
The Japanese government has confirmed funding for the second phase of a project to protect Bali’s coastline from erosion (abrasion). The support will amount to 9.85 billion yen, which is about 1.08 tr…
