According to Express, the Indonesian authorities plan to limit the number of tourists visiting the sacred Mount Batur.
Bali Governor Wayan Coster said tourists would no longer be able to climb the mountain freely. Local religious leaders and residents made this initiative for the island. They are unhappy that tourists freely visit the sacred mountain, many climb there on motorcycles. “This is unacceptable,” the governor said.
The Balinese themselves, unlike foreign tourists, visit such places and observe special rituals.
Mount Batur is an active volcano that takes about two hours to climb. It is considered the dwelling place of the god Brahma. Now several restaurants and viewing platforms are open on its slopes.