Bali Contemplates Mountain Climbing Ban After Tourist Misconduct

Bali's governor has announced a ban on tourist activities on its mountains, including mountain climbing and hiking, with immediate effect to preserve its sacred peaks following a rise in violations by misbehaving tourists. The ban will apply to Bali's 22 mountains and will be in effect forever, with the exception of religious ceremonies or the handling of natural disasters. The ban drew anger from local Balinese communities who worked in tourism, but the government officials are still discussing the issue with several regional unit heads in the Bali regional government.