1st Bali Bombing in 2002 at Kuta: A permanent memorial was built on the site of the destroyed Paddy's Pub on Legian Street. (A new bar, named "Paddy's: Reloaded", was reopened further along Legian Street). The memorial is made of intricately carved stone, set with a large marble plaque, which bears the names and nationalities of each of those killed. It is flanked by the national flags of the victims. The monument is well-maintained and illuminated at night. The memorial was dedicated on 12 October 2004, the second anniversary of the attack. The dedication included a Balinese Hindu ceremony and the opportunity for mourners to lay flowers and other offerings. The Australian ambassador and Indonesian officials attended the ceremony as most the victims were Australians.
The Balinese mark their commitment in a nine-day long event. After major cleansing ceremonies, establishing a memorial for the lost lives, and paying respect to those who left loved ones behind, the people of Kuta look forward to restoring Bali’s image through an event named "Kuta Karnival - A Celebration of Life”. The community event consists of traditional art performances such as Balinese Sunset Dances, sports on the beach as well as in the water for young and old plus rows and rows of culinary displays along the one kilometre of sandy beach. In line with the return of tourism to Kuta, Kuta Karnival has grown into a tourism promotional event with major coverage from television and newspapers from across the globe. Companies, embassies, Non-Government Organizations, associations and even individuals come forth to get involved in the various events such as a Balinese dance competition presented by a surf-wear company, an environment exhibition presented by an embassy, a fun cycle presented by a group of individuals, a seminar presented by an association and a parade on the streets presented by an NGO. Tourists and locals alike, more than ninety thousand people participates in the numerous events, year after year. A repeated tragedy in Bali in 2005 did not reduce the Kuta community’s determination to carry out this annual event. Kuta Karnival is conducted to commemorate and give respect to the victims of human violence and show the world the true spirit of local community survival despite terrorism attacks.
How to get to Human Tragedy monument
- By car from Ngurah Rai International Airport around 15 minutes drive
- 30 minutes from BTDC Nusa Dua
- 20 minutes from Sanur
What you can see around Human tragedy monument.
- Shopping along legian street there is a lot of art shop
- 10 minutes walk you can see kuta beach
The activities around human tragedy monument
- Swimming or Surfing at Kuta Beach
- Nightlife activities
- Bungy Jumping Located on the magnificent Kuta Beach, the AJ Hackett Bungy Tower is hard to miss. Simply look North past the busy beach scene, where locals and visitors alike indulge in the Bali lifestyle.
- Waterbom is Exciting water slides slice through 3.8 hectares of landscaped tropical parks providing hours of fun and entertainment for the young and young at heart! There are 101 ways to fill 24 hours each day with thrilling activities on land and in water. For relaxation, drift leisurely in a tube raft or go for a tranquil dip in inviting blue pools.
Accomodation around human tragedy monument
- Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Tel :62-361- 751067 Fax : 62-361- 753988 www.discoverykartikaplaza.com
- Hard Rock Hotel Bali Tel :62-361- 761869 Fax : 62-361- 761868 www. bali.hardrockhotels.net
- Ramada Bintang Bali Resort & Spa Tel :62-361- 753292 Fax : 62-361- 752015 www.bintang-bali-hotel.com email: info@bintang-bali-hotel.com
- Bali Dynasty Resort Tel :62-361- 752403 Fax : 62-361- 752402 www.balidynasty.com email :reservations@balidynasty.com
- The Grand Istana Rama Tel :62-361- 752208 Fax : 62-361- 754852 www.grandistanarama.com email: sales@grandistanarama.com
Restaurant around human tragedy monument
1. Kori Restaurant : Tel :62-361- 758605 Fax : 62-361- 752510 www.korirestaurant.co.id email: info@korirestaurant.co.id
2. Poppies Bali : Tel :62-361- 751059 Fax : 62-361- 752364 www:poppiesbali.com Email: info@poppiesbali.com
3. Made’s Warung: Tel :62-361- 753039 Fax : 62-361- 761959 www.madeswarung.com
Ngurah Rai International Airport
In 1931 Department Voor Verkeer en Waterstaat of the Indian Dutch Government (similar to Department of Public Works) constructed an Air Strip for domestic aviation in Bali. During 1941 up to 1947 , This airport underwent a renovation work from 1941 to 1947, where its runway was upgraded and extended to the size of 1600 x 45 meters. Since it was located in the Tuban area, it was called Tuban Airport. In 1949 an air terminal was erected for Tuban Airport along with other aviation facilities. In 1959 Tuban Airport commenced providing services to international airlines. However it was only recognized as an international airport by the International Civil Aviation Organization in 1963. From 1963 up to 1969 the Indonesian Government built an international airport terminal and extended the runway by damming up part of Bali strait so that the runway is extended to be 2700 x 45 meters. On August 1st. 1969, President Soeharto inaugurated the new Bali international airport, and changed its name to Ngurah Rai International Airport. During 1975 through 1978 Indonesian Government constructed another new International Airport terminal. The old International Airport was converted to be a domestic terminal and the former domestic terminal was used for cargo, freight forwarding and catering. On 1 October, 1980, the management of Ngurah Rai International Airport was reassigned from the Directorate General of Air Communication to Angkasa Pura I Public Company. On September 1st 1985, the name Pelabuhan Udara was changed to Bandara Udara. On September 7 1990 the first phase of the Airport Facilities and Aviation Safety was officially dedicated by the Minister of Communication (it was scheduled in three stages or phases). The first stage of development encompassed the extension of the passengers terminal which was equipped with Aviongrade, parking lot for vehicles, new operational buildings furnished with airline service facilities and the extension of the runway to 3000 x 45 meters. On October 31st. 1992 the official operations of the Ngurah Rai Airport Expansion was inaugurated by President Soeharto. Angkasa Pura I Public company was converted into a public limited company or P.T. (Persero) Angkasa Pura I, coming into force on January 2 1993.
How to get to Ngurah Rai International airport.
- By car from Kuta only 10 minutes drive
- 20 minutes from Nusa Dua
- 20 minutes from Sanur
What you can see around Ngurah Rai International airport.
- The famous Kuta beach
- Gatot Kaca statue
The activities around Ngurah Rai International airport.
- Waterbom is Exciting water slides slice through 3.8 hectares of landscaped tropical parks providing hours of fun and entertainment for the young and young at heart! There are 101 ways to fill 24 hours each day with thrilling activities on land and in water. For relaxation, drift leisurely in a tube raft or go for a tranquil dip in inviting blue pools.
- Bungy Jumping Located on the magnificent Kuta Beach, the AJ Hackett Bungy Tower is hard to miss. Simply look North past the busy beach scene, where locals and visitors alike indulge in the Bali lifestyle.
- Swimming or Surfing at Kuta Beach
Accomodation around Ngurah Rai International airport.
- THE PATRA BALI Resort&Villas Tel :62-361- 751161 Fax :62-361- 752030 www.patra-jasa.com email : reservation.bali@patra-jasa.com
- Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Tel :62-361- 751067 Fax : 62-361- 753988 www.discoverykartikaplaza.com
- Hard Rock Hotel Bali Tel :62-361- 761869 Fax : 62-361- 761868 www. bali.hardrockhotels.net
- Ramada Bintang Bali Resort & Spa Tel :62-361- 753292 Fax : 62-361- 752015 www.bintang-bali-hotel.com email: info@bintang-bali-hotel.com
- Bali Dynasty Resort Tel :62-361- 752403 Fax : 62-361- 752402 www.balidynasty.com email :reservations@balidynasty.com
Restaurant around Ngurah Rai International airport.
- Kori Restaurant : Tel :62-361- 758605 Fax : 62-361- 752510 www.korirestaurant.co.id email: info@korirestaurant.co.id
- Poppies Bali : Tel :62-361- 751059 Fax : 62-361- 752364 www:poppiesbali.com Email: info@poppiesbali.com
- Made’s Warung: Tel :62-361- 753039 Fax : 62-361- 761959 www.madeswarung.com
