No nude photos, climbing sacred trees, or using single-use plastics: Bali issues etiquette guide for tourists
JAKARTA: The authorities in Bali have issued a card that outlines the dos and don’ts for foreign tourists visiting the Indonesian resort island after several incidents of foreigners disrespecting local culture and laws sparked outrage among residents.
It also asks them to protect the environment by avoiding littering, pollution and single-use plastics. It also bans them from entering sacred areas of temples unless they are wearing Balinese traditional clothing or praying; from climbing sacred trees; and from desecrating temples, religious symbols or holy objects, including taking nude photos.
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