When we grow older, people associate old age with weakness and powerlessness. But if we think the opposite, being old can also mean steadfast and mature. Ni Ketut Cenik, a Balinese dancer maestro, proved that in her 89 years of age, she is still the best. Ketut Cenik was born in 1920 in the Batuan village of Gianyar. She learned …
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Bali Beach – Southern Coast
There is no shortage of beaches on the island of the gods. Here are top picks beach from Bali’s Southern Coast – their name might be a bit unfamiliar compared to other beach in bali, but you’ll find each beach alluring in its own way. BALANGAN BEACH Rocky cliffs flank this beautiful beach, and surfers and sun worshippers alike come …
Read More »Fascinating Facts of Balinese Life
Balinese life is really amazing. it won’t say that it is an easy life per se, what with the countless ceremonies that Balinese have, and it would take a lifetime to tell you all about what the people do here in Bali. But to give you a glimpse into Balinese lives and the meaning behind some of our beliefs and …
Read More »Zibiru Restaurant – Italian Restaurant
Zibiru restaurant is an authentic Italian restaurant in Seminyak, Specializes in farm-to-table regional Italian cuisine in a unique, open-air environment. Zibiru’s ethos lies in its core belief that its food should do the talking. High-quality ingredients celebrate the simplicity of traditional Italian food. Live jazz performances are also held every Wednesday and Saturday. Zibiru restaurant has a bit of everything for everyone, …
Read More »Balinese Wedding Tradition
In addition to the funeral ceremony (ngaben), one of the interesting religious and customary activities of Hindu-Balinese to know is pawiwahan or wedding ceremony. The same like others customary, in Balinese society pawiwahan ceremony is a form of sacred and noble commitment because in essence it is a testament to the ceremony before the Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa and the …
Read More »Nyepi, Balinese “Day of Silence” – 21st March 2015
Nyepi Day is the feast for Hindus who have always celebrated annually ( Saka New Year ) . Nyepi Day in 2015 falls on 21 March , it fell on the count day Tilem Kesanga ( IX ) which is believed to be the day of purification gods central Amrita ocean water that carries the essence of life . For …
Read More »Tirta Gangga – Royal Water Palace
Tirta Gangga is a Royal Water Palace belonging to the royal family of Karangasem kingdom . Located in Ababi village , about 83 km from Denpasar or 6 miles north of Amlapura , Karangasem regency capital . The scenery of the area is fantastic with great views and the climate is relatively cool. The water park was built in 1948 on …
Read More »Balinese names, sacred and special
Shakespeare has said, what is the name? It is not happened for Balinese. In Bali, name is everything. Balinese tradition believes that name can determine the destiny. Therefore, in Bali there is a proverb “gajah mati meninggalkan gading, manusia mati meninggalkan nama” (elepant dies leaving tusk, human passed away remaining name). A meaningful sentence that explained the name is very …
Read More »Bali Spirit Festival 2015 – Mar 31 – Apr 5, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
The Bali Spirit Festival is an festival held every year in city of Bali, Indonesia. Live Dance and Music performances by some of the leading artists from different countries. The 5 day mega event will start from 31 March and finish on 5 April, 2015. So if you are looking for Classical Hatha Yoga, traditional Javanese dance and more, then …
Read More »Restaurant Locavore – Ubud Bali
Situated in Ubud bali, Locavore restaurant is a small and cozy restaurant operated by a team of highly dedicated food enthusiasts whose primary goal is to ensure our guests savor their experience at Locavore while dining on artistically prepared, fresh and highly enjoyable dishes. Part of that process is to source 95% of our products locally and not to keep …
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