Bali is an Indonesian island and province located in the Lesser Sunda Islands. It is situated east of Java and west of Lombok, with its territory including several smaller offshore islands such as Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Ceningan to the southeast.
The provincial capital is Denpasar, which serves as the most populous city in the Lesser Sunda Islands. The upland town of Ubud, located within the Greater Denpasar area, is recognized as the cultural center of Bali. Tourism is a primary driver of the local economy, accounting for 80% of its business, and the province has experienced significant growth in tourism since the 1980s.