Land for sale at Balangan Beach, Jimbaran Bali
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Total area of 38000 square meter of land is nestled in Tanjung Balangan; on the beach, white sand, magnificent cave, cliffs ocean view. And Airport in distance is blinking with lights. New Kuta Resort and …

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Melasti, Photo Gallery
Tue, 28/03/06 – 12:51 | No Comment
Melasti, Photo Gallery

Exactly 3 days before the celebration of Nyepi, most of the Balinese Hindus would carry out the “Melasti” procession as one of the series of rituals before the ultimate celebration of the Saka New Year. …

Arie Smit, A Living Legend
Mon, 27/03/06 – 11:43 | 2 Comments
Arie Smit, A Living Legend

Arie Smit was born in Zaandam in the the Netherlands on April 15, 1916 and was christened Adrianus Wilhelmus Smit. He first arrived in Batavia (Jakarta) in 1938. Drafted by the army he was set …

The Grace and Power of Balinese Dance and Drama
Sat, 25/03/06 – 10:24 | No Comment
The Grace and Power of Balinese Dance and Drama

No visit to Bali can be called complete without witnessing at least one performance of the spectacular mix of grace and spirit, passion and power that is Balinese dance. Whether it is the delicate beauty …

Swedes offered visa on arrival
Thu, 23/03/06 – 18:19 | No Comment
Swedes offered visa on arrival

JAKARTA: Swedish visitors to the country can now get visas on arrival, a move which observers say highlights the improved relations between the two countries after Jakarta signed a peace deal last year with Acehnese …

Meru
Thu, 23/03/06 – 16:24 | No Comment
Meru

Meru – A multiroofed pagoda or shrine made of black thatch found only on Bali. Also the symbol of the Buddhist mountain-of-heaven, Mahameru, the axis mundi of the world and abode of the gods. The …

The Royal Pita Maha, Photo Gallery
Wed, 22/03/06 – 23:27 | 3 Comments
The Royal Pita Maha, Photo Gallery

73 meter Ayung River front spring water lagoon.

Holy spring water swimming pool.

Sacred White Cows
Tue, 21/03/06 – 16:42 | 9 Comments
Sacred White Cows

Taro, 30 minutes drive north Ubud, is one of the ancient village in Bali where by you can find sacred white cows that are rare to the island; They used to live freely but now …

Caution – Hati-Hati
Tue, 21/03/06 – 16:37 | No Comment
Caution – Hati-Hati

This is a very strange traffic sign in Bali. Guest where? Taro village is the answer. It is just before entering Taro village from the main road.

Bali: A Great Place to Do Business
Mon, 20/03/06 – 16:12 | 2 Comments
Bali: A Great Place to Do Business

When you think of Bali, what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, the very name of the island evokes images of a peaceful tropical paradise where world-weary travellers come to relax and play …

Candi Bentar
Sat, 18/03/06 – 12:49 | One Comment
Candi Bentar

Candi Bentar – A topless split gateway, frequently the entrance to the outer courtyard of a temple.

Udeng
Fri, 17/03/06 – 18:18 | No Comment
Udeng

Udeng – Traditional head cloth worn by men; called destar in high Balinese.

Old Soldiers Never Die…
Thu, 16/03/06 – 13:21 | One Comment
Old Soldiers Never Die…

Old Soldiers are never die…they do not fade away, either. It turned out on Wednesday that the old soldiers keep on fighting!
Legiun Veteran Republik Indonesia (LVRI) Bali, the organization of the heroes of the War …

Bali Stands United
Thu, 16/03/06 – 13:14 | 2 Comments
Bali Stands United

The Balinese people’s struggle against the Anti Pornography Bill reached a riotous climax on Wednesday when, during a public hearing held at the Bali Legislative Council’s building in Renon, both the Council’s chairman IBP Wesnawa …

Rites of Passage
Wed, 15/03/06 – 16:14 | One Comment
Rites of Passage

Rites of passage are an important aspect of every Balinese Hindu’s life and invariably coincide with a physical event such as birth, puberty and marriage. Each rite is marked by a ceremony and elaborate offerings. …

Sakenan Temple, Nusa Lembongan
Wed, 15/03/06 – 15:57 | No Comment
Sakenan Temple, Nusa Lembongan
Mpu Aji Temple, Nusa Lembongan
Wed, 15/03/06 – 14:27 | No Comment
Mpu Aji Temple, Nusa Lembongan
Ogoh Ogoh on Process
Tue, 14/03/06 – 14:54 | No Comment
Ogoh Ogoh on Process

An Ogoh Ogoh is made from a wood frame with bamboo strips intricately weaved to form the body which is then covered with papier mache.

Canang Offerings
Mon, 13/03/06 – 12:00 | 4 Comments
Canang Offerings

An offering is something tangible, presented to appease the Gods in times of prayer. Philosophically, an offering is a sort of self sacrifice. One spends a significant amount of time and money in making an …

Map of Nusa Lembongan
Mon, 13/03/06 – 11:24 | 22 Comments
Map of Nusa Lembongan

Nusa (Island) Lembongan is a friendly, peaceful island only 14 miles south east of Benoa Harbour, Bali. Just 4.5 km long and 2.5 km wide and 50 m high at its highest point. Life is …

Pura Saraswati Temple
Sat, 11/03/06 – 13:32 | 6 Comments
Pura Saraswati Temple

Rangda Masks are being carved and painted by the artists at Pura Saraswati Temple.

Bale Banjar
Fri, 10/03/06 – 12:55 | No Comment
Bale Banjar

Bale Banjar – headquarters of the village ward, the meeting place of the banjar where community events and activity are organized, and the storage and rehearsal place for the gamelan. There are also Temple and …

Tumpek Landep : Photo Gallery
Tue, 7/03/06 – 17:00 | No Comment
Tumpek Landep : Photo Gallery

Date : 4th March 2006 (Saniscara Kliwon Landep)
On the morning of Tumpek Landep tools and weapons are thoroughly cleaned and polished. They are then wrapped in pieces of new cloth and blessed with offerings, a …

Mangrove Forest : Nusa Lembongan
Tue, 7/03/06 – 15:38 | 2 Comments
Mangrove Forest : Nusa Lembongan

There is a lush mangrove forest on the north eastern side of the island which is definitely worth a visit, this tour takes you through the forest in a dugout canoe.

Editor’s Note
See map of Nusa …

Seaweed Farming : Nusa Lembongan
Tue, 7/03/06 – 15:23 | 2 Comments
Seaweed Farming : Nusa Lembongan

Most of the villagers are involved in seaweed farming. It consumes their everyday life, which revolves around the tides and the particular stage of cultivation. The areas used for farming must be relatively shallow and …

Gala Gala Underground House : Nusa Lembongan
Sun, 5/03/06 – 10:51 | One Comment
Gala Gala Underground House : Nusa Lembongan

One of the most unique attractions on Nusa Lembongan Island is the underground house. Owned by Made Byasa, the house was built underground using only a hammer, chisel and intuition as guidance. It took 15 …

Nusa Lembongan : What To See and What To Do
Sat, 4/03/06 – 10:46 | One Comment
Nusa Lembongan : What To See and What To Do

The Underground House (Goa Gala-gala)
One of the most unique attraction at Nusa Lembongan is the under ground House. Owned by Made Biasa the house was built underground using only a hammer, chisel and intuition as …

Nusa Lembongan : Photo Gallery
Fri, 3/03/06 – 13:13 | 3 Comments
Nusa Lembongan : Photo Gallery

Banyan tree that grows more than 100 years old at Lembongan village.

Dream Beach is the name that given by tourists and it is surely true; white sandy beach, peaceful, breezy and unspoiled.

Nusa Lembongan
Thu, 2/03/06 – 14:25 | 3 Comments
Nusa Lembongan

Nusa (Island) Lembongan is a friendly, peaceful island only 14 miles south east of Benoa Harbour, Bali. Just 4.5 km long and 2.5 km wide and 50 m high at its highest point. Life is …

Exploring Nusa Lembongan
Thu, 2/03/06 – 14:15 | No Comment
Exploring Nusa Lembongan

Being such a small island, Nusa Lembongan is ideal to explore by foot, motor bike or bicycle. There are very few motor vehicles on the island and the roads are quite narrow as well as …

Noble Cremation in Ubud
Thu, 2/03/06 – 14:05 | 2 Comments
Noble Cremation in Ubud

Date : March 1st, 2006
Venue : Tunon Ubud ( between Ubud Palace and Wantilan)
Morning is about 09.00 o’clock, Ubud is cloudy and drizzling. Traffic is not busy but two Fire Brigade Trucks park near by …

Bakung Temple, Nusa Ceningan
Wed, 1/03/06 – 11:03 | 2 Comments
Bakung Temple, Nusa Ceningan

The picture is taken from the bridge that links Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan. Bakung Temple is well known in the past, caused by “Odalan” of the temple on “Purnama Kapat”. There will be a …

Swallow Cave, Nusa Ceningan
Wed, 1/03/06 – 10:47 | 2 Comments
Swallow Cave, Nusa Ceningan

At Nusa Ceningan, located southern part of the island, there is swallow cave that only when low tide people can get inside the cave and can take nest of swallow.

Near by the cave there are …

Cremation in Ubud
Tue, 28/02/06 – 10:50 | One Comment
Cremation in Ubud

There will be a big cremation in Ubud on March 1, 2006. Do not miss it!!!
Location is just near the Ubud Palace and museum. Remind you that Main Street of Ubud will be jammed – …

The Balinese Calendar
Sat, 25/02/06 – 11:59 | No Comment
The Balinese Calendar

If you are heading to Bali in search of a land of relaxation where watches, calendars and appointment books are unheard of, you’ll be in for a surprise. While the Balinese are indeed faithful followers …

People of Bali
Sat, 25/02/06 – 10:31 | No Comment
People of Bali

As a community, the people of Bali are tied to the social and cultural aspects of life by what they call the Tri Hita Karana, which proclaims one’s duty to live a spiritual life as …

Bebek Bengil 1 (Dirty Duck Dinner)
Fri, 24/02/06 – 14:53 | One Comment
Bebek Bengil 1 (Dirty Duck Dinner)

Named after the ducks playing in the rice fields next door, this is one of the most popular spots to eat. Dine alfresco and enjoy the lovely breeze. Seated on the floor or at tables, …

Bebek Bengil 1 (Photo Gallery)
Fri, 24/02/06 – 14:50 | 2 Comments
Bebek Bengil 1 (Photo Gallery)

Puri Saren Agung
Fri, 24/02/06 – 12:56 | One Comment
Puri Saren Agung

Puri Saren Agung, central palace where culture dance is held, located at the northeast corner of the central cross-roads. It was the home of the last “king” of Ubud, and now his descendants live there. …

Flora and Fauna of Bali
Thu, 23/02/06 – 11:06 | No Comment
Flora and Fauna of Bali

The tropical climate, with its biannual change of seasons, makes volcanic Bali a very fertile land. Many different kinds of tropical plants Wow well in the cool highlands and hot, dry coastal areas. The average …

The APRICOT 2007 will be held for the first time in Indonesia
Thu, 23/02/06 – 10:03 | No Comment
The APRICOT 2007 will be held for the first time in Indonesia

Throughout Asia and the Pacific Rim, Internet service providers, backbone and regional networks, web hosting facilities, firewalls, and Intranets are being created, deployed, and installed at a staggering pace. The technicians, managers, entrepeneurs and decision-makers …