Bali is an island that has progressed economically through tourism and moved forward in an era of technology, but there are still some traditions that will never change. A large majority of the population, especially those from rural areas, place great faith in herbal medicines and tonics for mild ailments rather than pay a visit to a local doctor or health clinic.

Jamu is a blended Javanese drink made from a concoction of herbs, spices and plant matter believed to possess medicinal properties. It is consumed regularly to alleviate failing health, boost stamina, promote beauty and recreate harmonious sexual relations between husband and wife amongst other things. Jamu can be traced back as far as the 9th Century where ancient Javanese scripts have recorded its use in the royal palaces. However, even today the specific healing powers of jamu still remain a mystery.

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A generic term for any number of Balinese percussion-type orchestras first depeloved on Java. Made up mainly of bronze and wooden xylophones shaped likediscs, cylinders, keys, or bulbous hollow bowls beaten with hammers, sometimes accompanied by chorus of singers, drums, bamboo flutes, and bronze gongs.

This year, Lila Cita has been invited to perform at the prestigious Bali Arts Festival. This festival, known locally as Pesta Kesenian Bali or PKB, is the biggest showcase of Balinese visual and performing arts and is now in its 28th year. For a whole month (17 June to 15 July), artists and performers from all over Bali and selected groups from other countries will pack the busy daily programme. Have a look at the last year’s PKB programme.

Lila Cita will be on stage in Denpasar at 8pm on 8 July 2006. We will be playing both Gamelan Gong Kebyar and Gamelan Semar Pagulingan and will be the first foreign group ever to play Gamelan Semar Pagulingan at the Bali Arts Festival.

More information visit http://www.lilacita.com/

You Are Invited to Bali to join an extraordinary gathering of concerned global citizens, business leaders, academics and other innovative thinkers in a quest towards a more collaborative, peaceful and sustainable future for humankind and the planet. This unique gathering is designed for individuals concerned about where the world is heading, and who want to be part of the solution.

QUEST FOR GLOBAL HEALING is an opportunity to step forward and define your own commitment to help change the world.

Featuring World Renowned Speakers, Desmond Tutu Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Fatima Gailani Director Red Crescent Afghanistan , Betty Williams Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, His EXCELLENCY Susilo Yudhoyono President Indonesia, Barry Lopez Award-winning Author, Tjokorda Gde Raka Sukawati Prince Ubud Palace, and many more.

This second Quest for Global Healing conference will have its headquarters at the ARMA Museum in Ubud, Bali. Ubud is considered the arts and cultural capital of Bali and is filled with creative and magical artistry in both nature and the Balinese locals. ARMA Museum is a beautiful 4-acre complex offering a gorgeous hotel resort, galleries that host the best of historic and contemporary Balinese art, rice paddies that are still being farmed daily, and an outdoor theatre that features the best in traditional dance and music performances.

More information visit http://www.questforglobalhealing.org/

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Hotels near by Arma : Agung Raka Bungalows, Ubud Village Resort, Bali Spirit Resort & Spa, Alam Jiwa,  Artini Cottages

Re-plant opening ceremony
April 22, 2006
Mertasari Beach - Sanur at 9.00 am

This 5-hectare re-plantation programme aims to revitalize the Sanur Coral Reefs. A long term action (5 years) to protect the nature for the next generations.

The Minister of Fisheries and Marine Affairs Mr. Freddy Numberi, Governor of Bali Drs. Dewa Made Beratha and Mayor of Denpasar City Mr. A. A. Puspayoga will officially attend the opening ceremony.

An initiative of Panitia Peringatan Bersama with the support of Sanur Development Foundation.

Photographs by Avandy Djunaedi (BIDP).

Treat your senses to the authentic taste of Italian cuisine at Pizza Ria at Bali Hyatt Sanur from April 19 - 23, 2006 as Chef Rolando Manesco from Grand Hyatt Jakarta spoils you with his creation of dishes. For lunch, enjoy the Mediterranean and antipasto bar at Rp. 85.000* and for dinner a delicious four course set menu at Rp. 180.000*. On Sunday 23rd, feast on our brunch at Rp. 110.000* per person accompanied by a glass of Jepun sparkling rose, a live Jazz Trio and a view of the ocean.

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