Situated
on a limestone escarpment overlooking the South Bali tourist region,
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park shocases the art and culture
of the Island of the Gods amid dramatic natural backdrops and breathtaking
panoramic vistas. Located fiften minutes from the international
airport and less than an hour from most major hotels and resorts,
GWK is one of the island's premier venues for artistic performances,
exhibitions, and conferences as well as for sightseeing and relaxation. |
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MODERN
RENDERINGS OF ANCIENT TRADITION
Dominating the park is Wisnu, a bust of a Hindu
deity constructed from giants slabs of copper and brass. Representing
the divine force responsible for the protection of the universe,
the 22 meter Wisnu figure is a modern rendering of an ancient cultural
tradition. The companion piece, Garuda, represent
the giant bird which transports Wisnu, a symbol of both freedom
and selfless devotion.
The two 25-meter natural limestone pillars comprising the Gapura
Batu, at the entrance gate to the complex, are carved with
images taken from the Ramayana, the Mythical cycle of stories forming
the dramatic basis of most Balinese art forms. The base-relief carving
on the gate depict scenes from the Wayang, the shadow puppet theatre
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PLACE OF SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE
Adjacent to Wisnu figure is the Pahrayangan Somaka
Giri, a sacred spring from which flows water containing
a rich mixture of ninerals. As the existence of the spring in these
arid limestone hills has no scientific explanation, it has become
a place of pilgrimage and meditation. The water is believed to cure
disease, and is widely used by local conjurers in ritual to invoke
rain in order to ensure good crops. |
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AVENUE
FOR EVERY OCCASION
With
little rainfall and open to fresh tropical breezes, GWK facilities
are ideal for all types of outdoor events. The first-class acoustic
environment of the 800-seat Amphitheatre is a peerless
venue for intimate cultural performances. Enclosed by enormous limestone
pillars with the Wisnu figure as a backdrop, the dramatic Lotus
Pond area has a capacity for 7500 persons. Like the ceremonial
boulevard of a Balinese village, the Street Theatre
is suitable for processions, fashion shows, and other mobile performances.
The most intimate space, the Plaza Kura Kura, can
hold200 people. In additional to the open public spaces, the Exhibition
Gallery provides 200 square meters of covered area as well
as ten square meters of internal open courtyard. |
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DINING
UNDER THE STARS
Numerous cafes and restaurants provide a full range of food and
beverage services, from snacks and light meals to banquets. On-site
catering facilities can prepare up to 200 meals be it Indonesia,
Oriental, or International cuisine, which can be served al fresco
in an appropriate public space. A popular venue for an individual
visitor is Warung Nyoman, where you can enjoy a
panoramic view of south Bali while sampling traditional Indonesia
food. |
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RATES
Validity: Immediately - 31 March, 2008
PRODUCT |
PUBLISH RATES |
INTERNET RATES (USD) |
| INTERNATIONAL
SET MENU (Min: 2 pax ; Max: 35 pax) |
| Set
Menu A |
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10.00 nett |
| Set
Menu B |
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13.00 nett |
| Set
Menu C |
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16.00 nett |
- Note:
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Internet Rates are NETT, inclusive 21% Government
Tax & Service Charge
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