The Oberoi Kuta Bali is located 15 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. All The Oberoi Bali’s Lanai are designed with traditional thatched roofs, in clusters of four around a tranquil central park …
Read the full story »Makepung Lampit began in activities ‘ngelampit’, ie dig out rice field in wet conditions after hoeing with buffalo (nenggala).
In order to banish boredom some people try a small race with buffalo, from time to time then this race known as Makepung.
In general, Makepung Lampit is not much different with the one use dry track. They differ only in the more limited trajectory and wet, and do not use the wagon train for the jockey.
On May 2013, Bali will welcome The biennial Wonderful Indonesia Fremantle to Bali Race and Rally. The theme for this year’s race is Fair Breezes, Warm Friendship with the event not only being a major …
Every religion or culture all over the world has its own way to define and celebrate their New Year. The same thing also occurs in Bali, however the Balinese commence this occasion with a 24 …
There is nothing better than planning a vacation – it gives you something to look forward to and get excited about. If you are planning this year’s holiday then one place you should certainly consider visiting …
Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali located in-front of Keramas is the latest entertainment and resort hub for surfers and travelers who seek the beach lifestyle.
Enjoy a amazing place fronting world-class surf breaks, exotic design, …
On December 25th all Christians all over the world will celebrate Christmas day, so do Christians in Bali. Although the majority of the dwellers in this island are Hindu but they keep respecting others. How …
The question above is often asked by Balinese Hindu little children and those who visit Bali for the first time and have heard about Lord Siva, Lord Wisnu, Lord Iswara, etc. This misunderstanding occurs since …
That day was December 25th. All Christians went to the church on that morning including the member of this family; a family who lived in the western area of Bali, Jembrana regency. I little bit …
December 2nd, 2012
4th Annual Bali Reforestration Festival 2012
“Plants for the future” is the theme for 4th Annual Bali
Reforestration Festival 2012 in Pura Jati – Toya Bungkah, Kintamani – Bali. This festival will features planting 2.500 …
A weekend mini festival entitle Indonesia Spirit Festival will be held December 7th to 9th, 2012 at The Yoga Barn, Ubud, Bali. The idea behind “Indonesia Spirit” is to attract social and …
Padangbai is a stretch of beautiful white sand beaches that are generally awash with colorful double outrigger fishing boats in the shape of a marlin, but Padangbai is generally known as a small port town …
November 2-5, 2012
The Nusa Dua Fiesta
Bali Tourism Development Corporation will hold The Nusa Dua Fiesta (NDF) within the Nusa Dua Complex on November 2-5, 2012. This four-day festival will highlight …
Tanah Lot is an important and sacred temple in on the south west coast of Bali, it is about 45-minute drive north west from Kuta, Legian and Seminyak and 40-minute …
Lovina Beach will host Lovina Beach Festival from 20 to 22 October, 2012. This beach festival is an attempt from Buleleng’s government to boost tourism in Lovina.
The three-day festival will be opened on …
Tango lovers and enthusiasts will need to free their schedule from Nov. 28 through Dec. 4, for Tango in Paradise Festival that will be held in several locations across Bali. The venues of …
Uluwatu area is located in the end of Southwest Peninsula of Bali and well known for its beautiful cliff-top temple, great beaches, hot surfing spots, kecak dance and of course, cheeky monkey.
Uluwatu offers some interesting …
Now, Bedugul is not just the only choice for those who want to adventure in the nature, Jatiluwih also offers area many exciting adventure activities. Complementing the beauty of its rice terrace that is …
3 – 7 October, 2012
Ubud Readers & Writers Festival 2012
This year, Ubud Readers & Writers Festival 2012 will feature Indonesian writers – Riri Riza, Happy Salma, Mira Lesmana, Todung Mulya …
September 8, 2012
Kuningan Day
Kuningan is a special day for ancestor worship. On this holidayday the deified ancestor will be suitably entertained and welcomed, and prayers and offerings must be made for them. The …
If you want to see hundreds of girls dance around the villages in their best attire then you have to visit the village of Asak in Karangasem Regency on Manis Kuningan Day. Once every …
Listed as a World Heritage Site, Jatiluwih is the place where you can find magnificent view of rice field terraces, organic farming with Balinese traditional method and 300 hectares of rice fields. Jatiluwih is located …
August 3 – 9, 2012
Bali International Choir Festival – 2012
Bali International Choir Festival comprises of many activities symposium & competition, workshop, concerts, Balinese culture, intercultural collaboration and temple tours. Participating choirs may …
Cristina Wistari Formaggia, 62, died peacefully of cancer in her hometown of Milano, Italy on 19 July 2008. She will always be known in Bali as the woman behind the Gambuh Preservation Project in Batuan …
The Balinese lunar calendar is filled with auspicious days of religious and cultural significance. There will be yet another ceremonial occasion on Saturday, June 30 known as Tumpek Landep.
The word ‘landep’ in the high-caste Balinese …
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10 June – 9 July, 2012
Bali Art Festival
Bali Art Festival A-month-long Bali Art Festival is still on its sway this month. The best art performances and exhibitions by representatives from all …
On June 20, 2012, the Balinese Hindus celebrated Pagerwesi, a very special day devoted to our ancestors. During this day, we ask for protection and prosperity.
On Sunday, 17 June 2012, Balinese celebrate Banyupinaruh holiday. This holiday is celebrated every 210 days, every six months in Balinese Pawukon Calendar and every seven-month on Gregorian calendar. Banyupinaruh is a holiday in which …
June 2, 2012
The 3rd Bali Jungle Run
The 3rd Bali Jungle Run will be held on June 2, 2012 in Petang Badung Bali. It stars at 2 PM for the Super Long Run and 4 pm …
3rd May 2012
VERTICAL HORIZON TOUR 2012 Hard Rock Cafe Bali will house VERTICAL HORIZON TOUR 2012 on May 3, 2012. Vertical Horizon is an American alternative rock band formed at Georgetown University …
Indonesia’s first open full marathon race in over 20 years is to be held in Bali on Sunday, April 22, 2012
In the last five years, the numbers of Indonesian backpackers who travel the archipelago has increased steadily. More and more Indonesian travels in backpacker style to the exotic regions of Indonesia and other interesting …
Authenticity, serenity, harmony and spirituality: beyond all doubt, Puri Dajuma is the place for weddings.
Far from the crowd, every place in Dajuma enjoys the magnificent view of the Medewi cape and the ocean, enhanced at sunset.
Friday, 23/03/2012, early in the morning, the island of Bali will be blanketed with silence. Nyepi, Balinese New Year is celebrated with day of silence, fasting, and meditation. Observed from 6 a.m. until 6 a.m. …
April 1, 2012
The last day of The 5th Annual Balispirit Festival (28 March – 1 April 2012) The BaliSpirit Festival is a spiritually charged event that celebrates yoga, dance and music …
Nyepi (Silent Day) is always preceded by some rituals and celebrations. Those rituals are : Pangrupukan (one day before Silent day) and Melasti or Makiis (several days before Silent day). Hindu-Balinese community who lives outside …
March will be another month of festivity in Bali with the keywords are wellness, yoga, silence and parade. There are Nyepi or Silence day, The 5th Annual Balispirit Festival, Bali International SPA & Wellness Expo …
For Balinese, February this year, is the peak of festivity that starts at in January; Galungan, Balinese equivalent to Christmas is right on the 1st February, there is also Kuningan holiday ten days afterward. February …
This is the advice of the guide “Lonely Planet” we have struggled to book a guest room in this place quite exceptional. First, the view of Mount Agung is simply breathtaking … It is a …
Immerse yourself in the culture of Subak with a visit to the Subak with Art Festival, 14th – 28th January at the Subak Museum, Jl Gatot Subroto, Tabanan, Bali, tel/fax 0361 810315.
Subak with …
On Saturday, January 7, 2012, Balinese will Tumpek Wariga or Tumpek Uduh, a celebration to honor the plants especially those that are useful in Balinese everyday life. This celebration can be viewed as one of …