The BNPB-Ministry of Education-UNDP’ STEP-A (School Tsunami and Earthquake Preparedness Assessment) was developed based on the work originally conceived by UNESCO and LIPI. The tsunami preparedness program is conducted across the Asia Pacific with support from the Government of Japan. Teachers and students were trained on topics such as Disaster Management and School Safety and Evacuation Plan to help them respond appropriately in the event of an emergency. The school tsunami drill, with support from BPBD Bali Province and Badung District and also Tanjung Benoa indigenous communities is carried out regularly at all schools in Tanjung Benoa Beach, north of Nusa Dua.
On the Bukit Peninsula lies a park with its iconic majestic monument called Garuda Wisnu Kencana or simply known as GWK. It present the limestone plateau with a beautiful serene park in southern Bali. The cultural park is dedicated to embrace and preserve the art, cultural and spiritual aspects of the island of Bali. This 60-hectare park offers a place to watch art & cultural performances. The central icon is the incredible monument of Garuda Wisnu Kencana, one of the tallest and largest modern statues with over 120 meters in height and 64 meters in width. It is conceptualized by Nyoman Nuarta, Bali’s finest contemporary sculptor.
Vishnu is considered a member of the holy trinity of Hinduism along with Shiva and Brahma. He is the most important God of Vaishnavism, the largest Hindu sect. Garuda is an eagle-like creature with human features in Hindu mythology. Explore the shopping area and experience shopping like nothing before. When you enter GWK cultural park, you will enjoy a 700 meter squared souvenir shop filled with Balinese unique craft and sculptures. There are plenty of traditional handicraft you can choose from. Be sure to stroll around the main venue Lotus Pond, where many performances and concert are often held. Morning of late afternoon walk here is excellent as well, with the scenery of their blooming flowers.
GWK development aims to utilize barren land as a tourist attraction that provides economic benefits for the surrounding community. In addition, the construction of GWK also functions as a cultural center to preserve and introduce Balinese culture.
Uluwatu is a stunning destination in south Bali, known for its cliff top views and being home to some of Bali’s best beaches. Uluwatu Temple sits on a 70-meters-high cliff protruding above Indonesian Ocean. Because of its unique location, visitors to the temple have to take a long stone stairway to reach it. The temple heads east, unlike other Balinese temples which face west of south. There are hundreds of monkeys roaming along the path outside the temple. Although the monkeys look tame, visitors find them a nuisance as they often grab food off a visitor’s hand and snatch visitor’s belongings. There are two door at the end of the path, the north door and the south one. through which visitors enter the temple complex.
The temple was built by Dang Hyang Nirartha, a pedanda (Hindu monk) from Daha Kingdom (Kediri) in East Java. Dang Hyang Nirartha came to Bali in 1546 AD, during the reign of Dalem Waturenggong. The monk built Uluwatu Temple on Pecatu Hill. After completing a spiritual journey around Bali, the monk went back to Uluwatu Temple and died there. He moksa (died and his body vanished), leaving the Marcapada (worldly life) and entering Swargaloka (heaven).
Uluwatu Temple nad its surrounding location is a place that must be guarded. Around this temple there is a forest that is very well preserved so it is not allowed to build nearby buildings. This support the existing ecosystem as well as the animals that live in it such as monkeys.
| Destinations | Benoa, GWK and Uluwatu |
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| Date | Saturday, May 28, 2022 |
| Time | 09.00 AM – 04.00 PM |
| Trip Route | Nusa Dua – Benoa – GWK – Uluwatu – Nusa Dua |
| Inclusions | Transportation, witness cultural dance performance, entrance fees, donation at point of interest, lunch at local restaurant and English speaking tour guide. |
| Meeting Point | GPDRR Official Hotel in Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa and Jimbaran area |
| Pickup Time | Between 08.30 AM – 09.00 AM |
| Participants | Max. 200 persons and accessible for person with disabilities |
| Hosted by | Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy RI |
| 09.00 - 09.20 | Depart from Nusa Dua and drive to Benoa |
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| 09.20 - 10.05 | Visit Elementary School at Benoa and witness the Tsunami disaster management |
| 10.05 - 10.30 | Travel from Benoa to GWK |
| 10.30 - 12.30 | Visit GWK and witness cultural activities |
| 12.30 - 13.30 | Lunch at the GWK restaurant |
| 13.30 - 14.00 | Travel from GWK to Uluwatu |
| 14.00 - 15.00 | Visit Uluwatu |
| 15.00 - 15.45 | Travel back from Uluwatu to Nusa Dua |
| 15.45 - 16.00 | ETA in Nusa Dua |