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Dec. 27, 2025
Sangeh Monkey Forest, also known as Alas Pala, has reopened to visitors during the Christmas and New Year holiday period, with management emphasizing enhanced safety measures, including insurance coverage for tourists.
Dec. 6, 2025
The management of Alas Pala Sangeh in Badung, Bali, is preparing to install manual evacuation alarms to enhance safety during heavy rain and strong winds. The alarms will be used to guide visitors out of the forest attraction whenever weather conditions pose a risk.
Dec. 3, 2025
A fatal incident occurred at the Alas Pala Sangeh Tourism Forest in Abiansemal on Wednesday, 3 December, when a large tree collapsed during heavy rain and strong winds. The accident happened at around 15:00 WITA and resulted in one death and one serious injury.
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The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
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