December 30, 2018

Janger Dance Bali (Tari Janger)

Janger Dance has developed popularly as a youth social dance, a meeting place between janger dancers from other villages. This dance is done in groups, around 10 pairs of young men and women.

Janger Dance Bali, Tari Janger Bali

December 12, 2018

Sabuh Mas Ceremony in Bali

Sabuh Mas ceremony is held on Anggara (Tuesday) Wage, wuku Sinta. This celebration is based on Pawukon, falls every 210 days or every six months in Balinese Calendar. This is a celebration of blessings for precious metals, jewelry, and wealth.

Hari Raya Sabuh Mas, Upacara Sabuh Mas, Sabuh Mas Ceremony

November 30, 2018

Sanghyang Dedari Trance Dance in Karangasem - Bali

Sanghyang Dedari is one of the sacred dances (wali dance), an ancient ritual dedicated to Dewi Sri, goddess of fertility and prosperity. This dance is believed to be associated with animism and dynamism, and is thought to have existed since the Pre-Hindu. Currently, the Sanghyang Dedari performance is rare, but you can still find it in Geriana Kauh Village, North Duda, Karangasem Regency, Bali.

Sanghyang Dedari Trance Dance, Sang Hyang Dedari Dance, Tari Sanghyang Dedari Bali

November 21, 2018

Rejang Dewa Dance (Tari Rejang Dewa Bali)

Rejang Dewa dance is performed by female dancers with gentle and simple movements. This dance is usually accompanied by musical instrument of Gong Kebyar or Gong Gde and also Gamelan Selonding in some areas. A beautiful traditional dance blends in the strains of gamelan music and fragrant incense, truly charming and magical.

Rejang Dewa Dance, Tari Rejang Dewa Bali

October 27, 2018

Geger Temple Bali (Pura Geger Dalem Pemutih)

Geger Temple Bali is an old and sacred temple, dedicated to worshiping Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa in manifestation as Ida Batara Dalem Segara or Ida Batara Dalem Pemutih. This is a holy place to pray, invoke for fertility, safety, peace and for the implementation of the nangluk mrana ritual. From here visitors can enjoy views around Nusa Dua and direct view to Mount Agung, Indian Ocean and Nusa Penida Islands.

Pura Geger Temple Bali, Geger Temple Nusa Dua, Pura Geger Dalem Pemutih

October 20, 2018

Puspawresti Dance (Tari Puspawresti Bali)

Tari Puspawresti Bali

Puspawresti dance was created in 1981 by dance artist I Wayan Dibia and music accompaniment by I Nyoman Windha. Puspawresti comes from the word "puspa" meaning flower, and "wresti (vrsti)" means rain, if combined means rain of flowers. At the end of the dance (pekaad) the female dancers take flowers from the bokor, throw upwards, and colorful petals will fall as an enchanting rain of flowers.

Tari Puspawresti Bali, Puspawresti Dance Bali

September 27, 2018

Tari Jaran Teji Bali (Jaran Teji Dance)

Jaran Teji Dance (Tari Jaran Teji) is one of Balinese dance with the story originated from the Panji Cycle. This is a story about heroism and love focused on two figures, Raden Panji Inu Kertha Pati (Panji Asmarabangun) and Dewi Sekartaji (Dewi Chandra Kirana). Both are told as the incarnations of Kamajaya and Kamaratih on earth.

Tari Jaran Teji Bali, Jaran Teji Dance Bali

September 16, 2018

Nelayan Dance (Tari Nelayan Bali) - The Fisherman Dance of Bali

Tari Nelayan (Fisherman Dance) was created in 1960 by one of the dance artists I Ketut Merdana in Buleleng, Bali. This dance depicts the lives of fishermen with their daily activities of catching fish. The movements displayed by dancers such as pantomime in which dancers express the meaning of dance through gestures, so that it is easy to understand.

Tari Nelayan Bali, Nelayan Dance Bali, Fisherman Dance Bali

August 28, 2018

Paddy Harvest Season In Bali

Rice is one of the world's important food crops. Rice cultivation in Bali has long history trough a unique irrigation method (subak) and can still be enjoyed today. Rice and paddy cultivation have become an integral part of Balinese culture.

Paddy Harvest Season In Bali, Rice Harvest Season Bali

August 6, 2018

Geger Temple Beach Bali - Amazing Beach Bellow The Sacred Temple

Pura Geger Beach is a hidden gem, one of the best kept secret around Nusa Dua. A white sandy beach hidden at the base of the high cliff, with panoramic views of the blue sea, crystal water, dense green vegetation and tranquil atmosphere. At least this beauty remains until now, though only a little.

Pantai Pura Geger Bali, Pura Geger Beach Bali, Geger Temple Beach Bali

July 30, 2018

Soma Ribek Ceremony in Bali

Soma Ribek is celebrated as an expression of gratitude to the Creator in the manifestation as Sang Hyang Trimerta (Tri Mertha) for the abundant grace of food and beverages. The ceremony is held two days after Saraswati, precisely on Monday or Soma Pon wuku Sinta and held every 210 days (6 months in Bali Calendar).

Soma Ribek Ceremony Bali, Upacara Soma Ribek Bali

July 23, 2018

Watu Klotok Temple Bali - Holy Temple and Serene Atmosphere

Watu Klotok Temple is situated on the edge of grayish black sand beach, hidden behind rice fields and canopy trees. This sacred temple has beautiful blue sea panorama, the Mount Agung as backdrop, and also direct view to Nusa Penida Island. You can enjoy a long stretch of glittering sand and occasionally gaze at the lush rice fields of the surrounding farming village.

Watu Klotok Temple Bali, Sejarah Pura Watu Klotok Klungkung

July 15, 2018

Banyu Pinaruh Day Bali - A Celebration of the Sacred Water of Knowledge

Banyu Pinaruh ritual is a day of cleansing, ritual for self-purification. This celebration is held every 210 days (every 6 months in the Balinese calendar) and fall on Sunday or Redite Paing wuku Sinta, a day after Saraswati. This is the starting point of the new Wuku Cycle.

Banyu Pinaruh Day Bali, Banyu Pinaruh Ritual, Banyu Pinaruh Saraswati

July 4, 2018

Segara Beach Kuta - Nice Surf and Scenic Sunset in Badung, Bali

Segara Beach Kuta is a beautiful white sandy beach, shady, with panoramic blue water and a pleasant atmosphere. This spot has good waves and has long attracted many surfers both local and international. In addition, the beach is endowed with a stunning sunset panorama. Every visitor who comes will be amazed by its beauty.

Segara Beach Kuta Bali, Pantai Segara Kuta Bali

June 21, 2018

Jimbaran Panorama Point (Honeymoon Beach) in South Kuta, Bali

The adventurous spirit once again tried to take me to an unusual piece of land. The sun is so bright, as if guiding me to a hidden corner, secret but great spot called the Jimbaran Panorama Point or Honeymoon Beach.

Jimbaran Panorama Point, Honeymoon Beach Jimbaran Bali

June 16, 2018

Muaya Beach Jimbaran - Delightful Seafood and Romantic Sunset in South Kuta, Bali

Fresh atmosphere enveloped along the white sand arches of Muaya Beach Jimbaran Bali. The cool sea breeze and shards of crystal white water seemed to welcome the sun on the eastern horizon. While on the opposite side is a rocky cliff formation and green hills, composed beautifully and dotted with tree canopies and luxury resorts of the Four Seasons Resort Bali.

Muaya Beach Jimbaran, Pantai Muaya Jimbaran Bali

June 10, 2018

Pantai Sedayu Bali (Sedayu Beach) - Nice Seascape and Beautiful River Estuary

Pantai Sedayu Bali

Sedayu Beach is a beautiful grayish black sandy beach, surrounded by vast rice fields, green vegetation and stunning blue water. This beach is endowed with a romantic sunset panorama. Visitors can also enjoy the scenery of the blue mountains of Bali and the island of Nusa Penida from a distance.

Pantai Sidayu Kabupaten Klungkung Bali, Sedayu Beach Bali

June 7, 2018

Batu Tumpeng Beach (Pantai Batu Tumpeng) in Klungkung Bali

Batu Tumpeng Beach is one of the best kept secrets in Klungkung, a grayish black sandy beach with stunning view of blue water, green rice field, mountain, holy temple and peaceful surroundings. This is a hidden pearl endowed with astounding panorama of the sunrise and also sunset. Every visitor who comes will be awed with its scenic beauty.

Pantai Batu Tumpeng Klungkung Bali, Batu Tumpeng Beach Bali

June 6, 2018

Pantai Jumpai Bali (Jumpai Beach) - Sparkling Grayish Black Sand and Lovely Ocean View!

Jumpai Beach is a long arch of grayish black sand, beautiful, pristine and still untouched. This is a hidden gem with tranquil surroundings, green rice fields, and breathtaking view across the blue water up to the island of Nusa Penida.

Pantai Jumpai Bali, Jumpai Beach Bali

June 3, 2018

Cucukan Point - Surfing in Cucukan Gianyar, Bali

Cucukan Beach has become a magnet for surfers to get a fun surfing experience. This is a great surfing spot with panoramic views along the grayish black sandy beach, rice fields, coconut trees, shadow of Mount Agung and nice view to Nusa Penida.

Cucukan Surf, Cucukan Point Bali

May 31, 2018

Nyepi, Bali's Annual Day Of Silence

Nyepi Bali Annual Day Of Silence

Nyepi is a day of silence and conducted annually as the turning point of the year in the Saka Calendar. This is where the Balinese focuses on self reflection, fasting and meditation. On this day almost all over the island will look like a halt. The streets will be empty, no noise from TV and Radio, No Internet, and even less activities inside Balinese houses.

Nyepi Bali Annual Day Of Silence, Nyepi Day Celebration, Nyepi Day History

May 27, 2018

Ogoh Ogoh Festival in Bali, Indonesia

Ogoh Ogoh Festival In Bali Indonesia

Ogoh-ogoh festival is usually held every year, and its festivities can be seen in every corner of the village or town square across the island of Bali. This festival takes place on the eve of Nyepi Day, known as Tawur Agung Kesanga or Pengerupukan. It is a display of cultural values, traditions, and art.

Ogoh Ogoh Festival In Bali Indonesia

May 18, 2018

Cucukan Beach Bali - Great Surf And Nice View Along The Coast!

Pantai Cucukan Gianyar

Cucukan Beach is a sparkle grayish black sandy beach with natural environment and nice view across the blue water. This beach has a calm and shady atmosphere, also endowed with breathtaking sunrise. Here you can enjoy the panorama of rice fields, rivers, green vegetation along the coast, Mount Agung, and Nusa Penida Islands.

Pantai Cucukan Gianyar, Pantai Cucukan Bali, Cucukan Beach Bali

May 17, 2018

Betuas Beach Bali - Nice Beach and Peaceful Surroundings!

Betuas Beach is a grayish black sandy beach, tucked up between Selukat Beach and Masceti Beach. This spot is blessed with a beautiful sunrise over the smooth sand, green vegetation and coconut trees. Also, you can enjoy the scenery of the blue mountains of Bali and Nusa Penida Island.

Betuas Beach Bali, Pantai Betuas Bali

May 14, 2018

Pantai Pering Gianyar Bali (Pering Beach) - Pristine Beach, Quiet and More Relaxed!

Pering Beach is a pristine grayish black sandy beach with stunning panoramas of green rice fields, crashing waves and blue water in its vicinity. This hidden gem is endowed with a beautiful sunrise over the sparkling sand with lush vegetation and Bali’s mountain in the distance.

Pering Beach Bali, Pantai Pering Gianyar, Pantai Pering Bali

May 13, 2018

Pabean Beach Bali - Nice Beach and Great Sunrise in Ketewel, Gianyar

Pantai Pabean Ketewel

Pabean Beach is a natural grayish-black sandy beach, shimmering and enveloped with fresh and tranquil atmosphere. In its vicinity is the traditional Balinese coastal village with slower and peaceful rhythms of life. You can enjoy the sunrise with the stunning backdrop of Bali's mountains and also a direct view to Nusa Dua, Sanur, and Nusa Penida Islands.

Pabean Beach Bali, Pantai Pabean Ketewel, Pantai Pabean Bali

May 11, 2018

Manyar Beach in Ketewel, Gianyar - Bali

Pantai Manyar Bali

Manyar Beach is a black sandy beach with lovely rock formations, surrounded by green rice fields and situated amid the peaceful environment. While visiting this place, you can enjoy the scenic sunrise, Bali Mountains, Nusa Penida, and also a direct view to Sanur area.

Manyar Beach Bali, Pantai Manyar Ketewel, Pantai Manyar Bali

May 9, 2018

Kelan Beach Tuban in Kuta, Badung Bali

Kelan Beach is a pristine white sandy stretch with turquoise sea water and dotted with dozens of fishing boats anchored on it. In addition, this spot also offers a unique experience, an opportunity to enjoy the sunset with the plane take off and landing at airport runway. It also becomes the surfer’s access to reach one of Bali's famous surf spots, the Airport Reef.

Kelan Beach Tuban , Pantai Kelan Bali, Kelan Beach Jimbaran, Pantai Kelan Jimbaran

May 7, 2018

Semawang Beach Sanur in Denpasar Bali

Pantai Kusuma Sari Sanur, Semawang Beach Sanur

Semawang Beach or Pantai Kusuma Sari is a hidden pearl, white sandy, and enveloped by quiet and relaxing atmosphere. It has attracted many visitors with lovely scenery, soft sand, calm waves, and also beautiful coral reefs. The beach is blessed with gorgeous sunrise and also sunset. This place offers the opportunity for a fun family holiday by the sea.

Semawang Beach Bali, Pantai Kusuma Sari Sanur, Semawang Beach Sanur, Pantai Semawang Kota Denpasar Bali

May 5, 2018

Tumpek Bali - A Celebration to Honour The Blessing of The Creator

Tumpek Bali

Tumpek is a special day that is celebrated to honor physical things and spirit, as an expression of gratitude for the blessings of The Creator, Ida Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa. Tumpek is celebrated on certain days according to Balinese Calendar calculations.

Tumpek Bali, Tumpek Yang Ada Di Bali

May 4, 2018

Pantai Duyung Sanur (Hyatt Sanur Beach) in Denpasar, Bali

Pantai Duyung Sanur or also known as Hyatt Beach is a beautiful white sandy beach, tucked away between Kusumasari Beach (south) and Batu Jimbar Beach (north). This beach has a beautiful seascape, a quiet atmosphere, and shrouded in a calming atmosphere, really suitable for your vacation or with family.

Pantai Duyung Kota Denpasar Bali, Hyatt Sanur Beach Bali, Pantai Duyung Sanur, Duyung Beach Sanur

May 2, 2018

Pantai Batu Jimbar Sanur (Batu Jimbar Beach) in Denpasar Bali

Batu Jimbar Beach is a soft and pleasant white sandy beach. This is a hidden gem in Sanur area with a calm atmosphere and endowed with an amazing sunrise. This coat is situated in Sanur, South Denpasar District, Denpasar City, Bali.

Pantai Batu Jimbar Sanur Bali, Pantai Watu Jimbar, Batu Jimbar Beach Bali

April 29, 2018

Karang Beach Sanur in Denpasar, Bali

Karang Beach in Sanur is a hidden pearl, a pleasant white sandy beach. The traditional fishing boats line up on this beach under the green canopy, colorful and really beautiful. The sea view is gorgeous, one of the Sanur areas best kept secrets. Enjoy the quiet morning atmosphere enveloped by tangerine sunrise. In addition, there is a beach footpath that connects several beaches around Sanur. Enjoy the morning walk or beachside jog along the coast and also bike rides along the strip, spend the morning while enjoying the panorama that is offered. This beach is indeed a good place for a peaceful escape and rejuvenates your energy. Sipped the fresh air and let yourself get carried away by the freshness and tranquility. During holidays and weekends, this beach is always crowded mainly by local visitors. The water is shallow and calm, perfect for soaking, swimming, sunning, canoeing, and snorkeling. Rent deck chairs and parasols while enjoying the moment and letting the day go by. Spend your time while refreshing your mood, feel deeply connected with nature, and rediscover your true self.

Karang Beach Sanur is a hidden pearl, a pleasant white sandy beach. The traditional fishing boats line up on the beach under the green canopy, colorful and really beautiful. The sea view is gorgeous, one of the Sanur area's best kept secrets. You can enjoy the quiet morning atmosphere enveloped by tangerine sunrise.

Karang Beach Sanur, Karang Beach Bali, Pantai Karang Kota Denpasar Bali

April 24, 2018

Sindhu Beach Sanur Bali

Sindhu Beach Sanur is a pleasant white sandy beach, situated amid a calm and peaceful environment. A lot of traditional fishing boats are moored on the beach, rich in color and really beautiful. This spot is endowed with stunning sunrise views, combined with the backdrop of the crashing waves, blue water, Bali Mountains, and the Nusa Penida Islands.

Sindhu Beach Sanur Bali, Pantai Sindhu Sanur Bali

April 21, 2018

Matahari Terbit Beach Sanur Bali

Matahari Terbit Beach is a lovely black sand beach with amazing sunrise and beautiful seascape. This spot is located at the northern end of the Sanur coast. The beach offers relaxing atmosphere where people come for recreations and also for a certain ritual (Nganyut). This beach is under the administration of Sanur Kaja Village, South Denpasar District, Denpasar City, Bali.

Matahari Terbit Beach Sanur Bali, Pantai Matahari Terbit Sanur Bali

April 19, 2018

Pantai Tangtu - Muara Beach Bali

Pantai Tangtu, Muara Beach Bali

Muara Beach or Pantai Tangtu is a beautiful black sand beach with astounding seascape, tucked away between Padang Galak Beach (on south-west) and Biaung Beach (on east). The Jeh Ayung River boils down here and right across the river is a sacred temple with beautiful architecture, the Pura Campuhan Windhu Segara and the Pura Dalem Segara Taman Ayung.

Pantai Tangtu, Muara Beach Bali

April 18, 2018

Balinese Concept Tri Hita Karana Philosophy

Balinese Concept Tri Hita Karana Philosophy

Tri Hita Karana is one of the many concepts applied in the joints of Balinese Hindu life. A religious philosophy that can preserve cultural diversity and lead to a balanced and peaceful life.

Balinese Concept Tri Hita Karana Philosophy

April 11, 2018

Lepang Beach - Pantai Lepang Bali

Lepang Beach is a dramatic black sand beach with clear blue water, lush vegetation, lovely rivers, and surrounded by peaceful environment. This coast offers exotic view of vast paddy fields, Bali Mountains, and the islands of Nusa Penida. The beach is also for the Melasti ceremony and Balinese will bring the sacred object from the temple to be purified. This ceremony is usually held few days prior to Nyepi Day.

Pantai Lepang Bali, Lepang Beach Bali, Pantai Lepang Klungkung

April 8, 2018

Tegal Besar Beach - Pantai Tegal Besar Bali

Tegal Besar Beach is a lovely black sandy beach, tucked away between the Siyut Beach (west) and Lepang Beach (east). This beach offers scenic views, rice fields, lush green vegetation, glittering sea, strong waves and vibrant sunsets.

Pantai Tegal Besar Bali, Tegal Besar Beach

April 5, 2018

Siyut Beach Bali (Pantai Siyut Gianyar Bali)

Siyut Beach is a beautiful black sandy beach, nestled amid the peaceful environment and undeveloped area. Visitors can enjoy the view of rice paddies that directly lead to the beach, blue sea, and the islands of Nusa Penida.

Siyut Beach Bali, Pantai Siyut Gianyar Bali