Around Bali

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 …

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 …

At Bali in Indonesia, There are many river for rafting with various grade that indicates the level of difficulty and the challenges. The highest level rafting in Bali owned by Telaga Waja River Rafting, reach grade IV. Another river that can be used for rafting is the Ayung River. This river also has challenging terrain. Coupled with the path that …

There are thousands of temples scattered about this beautiful island, known as the “island of gods and goddesses.” But do not be mistaken – the Balinese believe in only one God, known as Sang Hyang Widi. What the Balinese call “gods and goddesses” are actually symbols of Sang Hyang Widi’s various powers, represented by certain manifestations that are praised by …

The Melasti ceremony is a stage of the Silent Day celebration where the Balinese take the Pratima to the sea for purification. Although there is the option to use modern transportation, the Balinese people maintain their culture by taking the Pratima on foot. The Pratima is believed to be a manifestation of God’s power, symbolizing each function. Typically, the Pratima is …

Here are just some of the many highlighted events and happenings that you can join in to help celebrate the festive season this month; partake in the Christmas joy and welcome in the New Year. Check out the revelry in your own hotel and environs.

Tanjung Benoa is located at the southern tip of the island of Bali, located in the district of Tanjung Benoa, Badung Bali and adjacent to Nusa Dua area. It takes about 20 minutes from airport, 35 minutes from Kuta beach, and about 40 minutes from Sanur area by motor vehicle. Tanjung Benoa is a quite beautiful beach. There are many small …

Padangbai is known as a stopover point for visitors who want to journey to Lombok and beyond. But if you choose to stay for a while, you will find that this small bay is a great little getaway spot. When you hear about Padangbai, the first thing that probably pops into your head is “ferry port,” for Padangbai is the …

In Bali, painting has its own story. Balinese art grew from the work of the Majapahit Kingdom’s artists who moved from Java to Bali in the late 13th century. It was first created for religion purposes in the form of the wayang, which became a visual narrative of the Hindu-Javanese epics Ramayana and Mahabharata drawn on cloth or bark paper …

Bali is a beautiful, exotic, unique and sometimes misunderstood place. To people abroad, Bali is typically thought of as a tourist island where people come from all over the world to spend a few precious weeks, lying on the golden beaches, under a glorious sun. But after their two or three week holiday, they go back to their daily routines, …