The beauty of bali is that the traditional and genuine does indeed exist. Tough bordererd by long, languid beaches, the island becomes even more attractive and interesting inland. Peppering the Balinese countryside is a fantastic wealth of gently terraced rice paddies, lush emerald rainforest, soaring volcanoes and sacred Hindu temples. Bali is rich in history and spirituality, and its people are at once gentle and charismatic. Thus, to discover the island's true splendor, one must escape the confines of its tourist playground, venture beyond its sandy shores, and experience the absolute paradise that is Bali.