Posts Tagged ‘bali’

A cremation is a superb study of all the most important symbols of Balinese ceremonial life, what anthropologist James Boon calls "a vast historical and ethnographic musing on the inevitability of death." The Balinese believe a person's sojourn on earth is but a short interlude in the long evolutionary process of the soul. Death occurs ... Full story

Lovina Beach offered dolphin sighting trips every other minute. These trips leave each morning and have very mixed reviews as the boats tend to outnumber the dolphins, but it can still be an enjoyable ride.Lovina Beach is a long narrow strech of black volcano sand on the north shore of Bali. Virtually empty most of ... Full story

Blossom restaurant opened early in 2007, in the Sentosa Private Villas complex. An imposing space, it was fitted out by the designers of famous Australian restaurants, Longrain, Jimmy Liks and others. The Thai cuisine presented was the best that Bali had ever seen, many dishes bordering on the Royal Thai level of attention to detail. In ... Full story

Nyepi is balinese new year ,Nyepi derive from 'sepi' means silence or no activities . The activities in all over the Bali island is stopped for 24 hours.The main purpose of the Nyepi Day ceremonies is to pray to the God (Hyang Widhi Wasa), wish that HE to clean the universe (bhuwana agung) as well ... Full story

baris the warrior dance cuts an impresive figure in a gilded brocade cloak of ribboned pennants which fly out dramatically at every turn. in his performance , he enacts a young warior’s preparation for batle, guading himself into courageous mood, trying out his martial skills, showing pride at his calling and then expressing a whole ... Full story

Agga Citta Villa reflects the elegant Balinese style architecture amongst the lush tropical gardens. Agga Citta Villa offers seclusion and tranquility atmosphere in the heart of Seminyak Village. Shopping centers and entertainment spots are within easy access from the villa.Agga Citta Villa is a two storey villas style accommodation resides 30 minutes drive from ... Full story

Kudeta Restaurant and bar is equally popular with expats and tourists, although expats have probably learned by now the breakfast and sunset drinks are the best deals. Ku De Ta does regular events which include dinner with a DJ. Here’s a short review of Ku De Ta from a recent visitor ... Full story

Galungan festival. It is a feast and festival which is held throughout the whole island and an annual event in the wuku year. It is believed that during this ten day period all Balinese gods, including Sanghyang Widi, the supreme deity, will ... Full story