Bali is a beautiful island in Indonesia that is known for its stunning beaches, lush rice paddies, and vibrant culture. In recent years, Bali has become a popular destination for digital nomads, who are drawn to the island's laid-back lifestyle, affordable cost of living, and rich cultural heritage.
Megoak-Goakan tradition is a unique cultural activity held by the community in Panji Village, Sukasada, Buleleng Regency. Megoak-goakan has been designated as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage (WBTB) and is still being preserved until now.
Ngerebeg Tradition is a unique cultural activity held by the community in Tegallalang Village, Gianyar Regency. This tradition is carried out the day before the piodalan ceremony at Pura Duur Bingin, once every 210 days. This is an event that locals always look forward to, and it also attracts the attention of many visiting tourists.
Ngusaba Bukakak is a unique and interesting tradition carried out by the community in Giri Emas Village, Sawan, Buleleng Regency. This is a sacred tradition related to agriculture and is carried out from generation to generation by local residents (and krama subak).
Mapeed Tradition is a unique culture that you can see while on vacation in Bali. Mapeed means walking hand in hand without overtaking, and participants are required to come in groups. This procession is a special and fun attraction for tourists.
Siat Yeh Jimbaran is a unique tradition carried out by the community in Desa Adat Jimbaran, Badung Regency. This ritual is held every year, which is the day after the Nyepi celebration or known as Ngembak Geni. At first, this was a “mekecel-kecelan” activity or playing water. Then, on the advice of the elders (penglingsir), this activity was named Siat Yeh.
The Nyakan Diwang tradition is a unique ritual performed by the people in Banjar Village and several surrounding villages in Buleleng Regency. This is held every year in a series of Nyepi Day celebrations, precisely a day after Nyepi (Ngembak Geni). This activity is carried out early in the morning around 4 am.
Pandan war is a tradition carried out by the people in Tenganan Village, Karangasem Regency. This ceremony is held once a year on "sasih kalima" or the fifth month in the Tenganan village calendar (around June) and is also a series of the Usaba Sambah celebration.
Sampi Gerumbungan is a unique tradition involving cows carried out by the people of Buleleng Regency. The tradition comes from the activities of Balinese farmers when plowing the fields. These farmers belong to a group called “baga”. This tradition is thought to have existed since the 1910s. This cattle festival is held annually in several areas in Buleleng Regency, usually in August.
The Siat Sampian tradition is a unique procession held by the community in Bedulu Village, Blahbatuh, Gianyar Regency. The word “siat” means war, while “sampian” means arrangements of coconut leaves or “janur” used during ceremonies. The Sampian is believed to be a symbol of the weapon of Lord Vishnu used to fight evil or Adharma.
Mbed Mbedan Tradition is a hereditary procession held by the community in Semate Village, Abianbase, Mengwi, Badung Regency. The tradition is believed as form of respect for the holy man (Rsi) who contributed to the existence of Semate Village.
The tipat bantal war is a hereditary tradition carried out by the community in Kapal Village, Badung Regency. It is a sacred tradition of invoking prosperity for local people's farms. This procession is carried out at the Pura Puseh-Desa, Desa Adat Kapal.
Mesabat-sabatan Biu is a unique tradition held for recruiting candidates for youth group leaders in Tenganan Dauh Tukad Village, Manggis, Karangasem Regency. The term mesabat-sabatan biu consists of the word "mesabatan" means throwing each other, and "biu" means banana. It is intended for a psychological test for prospective leaders in the village.
Tatebahan is a hereditary tradition carried out by the community in Bugbug Village, Karangasem Regency. This village is one of the oldest villages in Bali with its people who still maintain the traditions and beliefs of their ancestors.
The Dewa Masraman tradition, also known as the Perang Jempana, is a hereditary tradition carried out by the people of Banjar Panti Timbrah, Paksebali Village, Klungkung Regency. It is stated that this unique tradition has existed since 1500. This tradition is held as a form of devotion to the ancestors so that they are always accompanied and given safety.
Terteran or fire war is a hereditary tradition carried out by the community in Jasri Village, Karangasem Regency, Bali. The Terteran tradition is held in connection with the Ngusaba Dalem ceremony or also known as Aci Muu-muu. This procession is held every two years on Pengrupukan Day, one day before the Nyepi Day.
Mekotek or Ngerebeg is a tradition in Munggu Village, Mengwi, Badung Regency, Bali. This unique tradition is held every 210 days (six months in the Balinese calendar), to be precise on Saturday or Saniscara Kliwon wuku Kuningan (Kuningan Day). This is an ancestral tradition that continues from time to time.
Omed-omedan is a festival held by youth groups in Banjar Kaja, Sesetan, Denpasar City. This is a tradition passed down from generation to generation and is held during Ngembak Geni, the day after Nyepi Day. In this tradition, the male and female participants are engaged in a kissing procession, known as the "kissing festival".
Gebug Ende is a hereditary tradition in Seraya Village, Karangasem Regency. The tradition is believed to be a ritual to bring down the rain. Gebug Ende begins with a ceremony to ask for activities to run smoothly and provide prosperity for the community.
Makepung is a race competition involving buffalos to chasing one another. This is a unique and attracting tradition from Jembrana Regency, West Bali. Makepung comes from the word "kepung", which means "to chase". This activity has become a tourist attraction that is held every year and managed more professionally.
