HOME | SITE INDEX | ABOUT THE SITE | CONTACT US ABOUT THE LANGUAGE GENERAL INFORMATION CULTURE & LIFESTYLE TRAVEL TIPS and nowhere is this more true than in Indonesia. With over 13,000 islands inhabited by over 300 ethnic groups, Indonesia is as rich with history, culture and art forms as it is with natural beauty--towering volcanic mountains, unspoiled beaches, stunning coral reefs, and dense tropical rainforests. For the traveler, this island nation offers an unforgettable blend of scenic beauty, fauna and flora, arts and culture. The national motto, Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity), describes diverse cultures and people brought together to create one nation with one national language, Bahasa Indonesia . Why learn Bahasa Indonesia? As any seasoned traveler knows, the ability to communicate in the language of the country you are visiting can greatly improve the experiences you have. Even a basic grasp of a few essentials will help you to relate to the people, get where you want to go, and get much more out of your visit. For that reason, this tutorial was created especially for travelers to Indonesia. The focus of the tutorial is on phrases and vocabulary that have immediate practical application for visitors. In addition to tutorial information, you will encounter various 'Sights and Sounds', accompanied by relevant Indonesian words. Familiarity with these words will make your sight-seeing adventures that much more enjoyable. With practice, you will be well on your way to communicating in Bahasa Indonesia.   Dance performances are a daily event in Bali. The most frequently performed dance is the Barong, a powerful drama depicting the confrontation between two mythical creatures, Barong and Rangda , personifications of the forces of good (Barong - above) and evil (Rangda - top left). The Barong is set to gamelan percussion music that follows the mood and expression of the dance . Hear this music in its entirety on the CD, Anthology of the Music of Bali, Vol. 1 [Buy It]. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy Copyright © 2007 LearnBahasaIndonesia.com. All rights reserved. Except where otherwise noted, all content on this website are the property of the website's publisher and are protected by copyright laws. No content may be copied, reproduced, republished, transmitted, or distributed, in whole or in part, for any purpose other than individual viewing of this web site, without prior authorization and our expressed written consent.