The tourist regions of Bali
Once a relatively poor area in agricultural terms, this part of Bali has experienced considerable economic and population growth since the 1960s as a result of the tourist boom. Denpasar, the island's capital, is now a major city with a population approaching 400000. It offers a number of attractions including the Bali Museum, which showcases Balinese dance, paintings and handicrafts. The south includes the major resorts of the island, which have developed along some of Bali's best beaches within easy reach of the international airport. The following resorts examplify different appoached for tourism.