states: [indonesia]
category: cultural
year: 2012
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: -8.2591666667, 115.4027777778
visited: 2013
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.
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