Gebug Ende (Blood for Rain)
Friday, January 5th, 2007 by ablteamThe village of Seraya, the home of Gebug Ende dance is situated on the eastern tip of Bali (Karangasem regency). This eastern tip is known as the driest area in Bali and the scarcity of water is a daily problem in this area especially during the hot season. Hot season in Bali means draught in Seraya village.
The scarcity of water in this village during a long draught is solved by the performance of the Gebug Ende. This war dance is believed to bring the rain down to Seraya since the blood that is spilled by the dancers during this dance performance will appease the God, and He will bestow rain to the Seraya village.
Gebug Ende dance on Bali Arts Festival 2006
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