Why do Traditional Balinese look similar to Himalayans?

Balinese have the same general coloration as Himalayans because both breeds get their coloring from a Siamese and both breeds have long hair, although Himalayans have much longer hair than Balinese. Himalayans, however, are essentially Persians with Siamese coloring and share the Persian traits of flat faces, heavy shedding, shorter legs and body and the Himalayan's level of intelligence (7 on a scale of 1-10). Traditional Balinese are essentially long-haired Traditional Siamese who share the Traditional Siamese traits of rounder faces, minimal shedding and have a more out-going, intelligent, (9-10 on a scale of 1-10), playful and active personality.  more