The sea sparkles gold against a red and orange sky when the sun sets on Perancak Village, Jembrana Regency West Bali. The scene is likely to have inspired many artists, taken aback by its vibrance. Along the beach, the silhouette…
Balinese Water Temple Purification Ceremony
A Bali blessing is a spiritual ceremony that is part of Balinese traditional custom consisting of purification, welcoming of good spirits and a final offering while the individual performing the ceremony chants mantras in ancient Sanskrit. The myth behind the curative…
Marmar Herayukti: A Balinese Art-Activitist Inspiring the Next Generation
The winds of change are upon us, and 2020 is the benchmark. A revolutionary new generation has dawned upon Bali that is determined to alter the future course of the island. Empowered by the 21st-century digital creative economy, this is…
John Hardy Master Class and Jamu Bar
World-renowned Balinese jewellery brand, John Hardy, continues their worldwide expansions. This time, they’re going back to where it all started with the opening of their unique boutique and kitchen concept in Bali’s bustling Seminyak neighbourhood. Similar to all John Hardy…
The 40th Bali Arts Festival 2018
The 40th Bali Arts Festival 2018 lifts a theme “ Teja Dharmaning Kauripan “ – Fire as the Spirit of Creation. The theme is expected to build and rekindle the people spirit and to create conducive, creative, innovative and wise…
Balinese New Year, Bali’s Day of Silence “Nyepi” 2020
Each year, between March and April, the people of Bali celebrate their traditional new year, known as Nyepi. The day itself falls on the first new moon some time in March. Preparations begin a month or so before the festival, with…
Pandanus War, ‘Mekare-kare’ Tradition at Tenganan Village
Tenganan Village or better known as Tenganan Pegringsingan is one of many ancient villages on the Island of Bali. Life pattern of the community reflects the culture and customs of Bali Aga (pre-Hindu) tradition being different from other villages in…