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Mesaba, Subak's Ritual as Manifestation of Farmer's Thanks Giving
2007-01-23 01:51:00
The Hindu community in Bali continually pays tribute for the proceeds of what they have undertaken. No matter its proceeds are sizable or bijou, they stay to hold ritual activity as the expression of their gratitude to the Creator. Such gratitude is frequently embodied through yajna (holy sacrifice), a presentation to the Almighty God for all of his endowment.Similarly, the tradition is carried out ny farmers. When the rice has turned yellow or some days by the harvest time, farmers in Tabanan hold the mesaba ritual as an utterance of thanks to god in his manifestation of Goddess Sri. Mesaba ritual transpires at daytime at Bedugul, a subak temple that habitually located in the upstream of rice field territory. By and large, mesaba is held once in three months or in accordance with the age of paddy planted.When the mesaba ritual is performed, the ambiance of subak(Balinese traditional irrigation cooperative) looks so effervescent. The subak temple is fetooned with fabric and other t...
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The 'Spirit of Bali' Painting Exhibition At The Damping Gallery Ubud
2007-01-20 01:34:00
Coincided with its inauguration, the Damping Gallery Ubud held an exhibition involving 25 selected painters from in and outside Bali . The selected ones are those who have worked or taken their inspiration from Bali. This exhibition, entitled 'Spirit of Bali', put on show 39 paintings of several styles and schools that could offer a new oasis to appreciators to enjoy quality works amongst the many galleries in Ubud.The twenty five painters are Made Djirna, Nyoman Erawan, Nyoman Sukari, Wayan Redika, Made Kerol, Krijono, D. Tjandra Kirana, Putu Sutawijaya, Wayan Sujana (Suklu), Nyoman Sujana (Kenyem), Made Duatmika, Wayan Bawa Antara, Wayan Sadu, Gung Man, Waya Ridi, Gusti Agung Galuh, Ketut Supena, Made Supena, Wayan Sumantra, Joko KS, Wolfgang Widmoser, Mangku Mahendra, Polenk Rediasa, Anas Etan and Wayan Sudiarta.The exhibition was officialy opened by the Ambassador of Czech Republic to Indonesia, Jaroslav Vesely by making a brush sketch on canvas, Thursday (28/12). It will take ...
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Fantastic Panorama of Gitgit Hill
2007-01-17 01:39:00
Gitgit range of hills is located between the 10th and 17th kilometers from the capital of Buleleng Regency, Singaraja. Or if from Denpasar, it is about 60 to 70 kilometers. Gitgit Village is one of the villages in Buleleng Regency that belongs to the teritory of Sukasada district.It’s not so hard to find the way to Gitgit. The main road from Denpasar to Singaraja passes through the Gitgit range of Hill s, instead. It’s easy for visitors to catch public transportation for this route. For some hours, vehicle like Isuzu minibus passes the route, either from Denpasar or Singaraja.By exploring the main street of this range of hills, visitors will see the nature presenting highly fantastic panoramas. Gitgit actually has a spectacular waterfall. But, more than that, scenery from some corners of Gitgit to all directions is exceptionally appealing. Stop at any corner of the Gitgit range of Hills and you will yee the beauty of the nature.Street on the range of hills are nice and shady. Bot...
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Nusa Penida Bird Sanctuary
2007-01-14 01:54:00
The Bali Starling (Leucopsar rothshildi) is an indigenous bird that is part of the fauna of Bali Island. This fascinating bird has clean white feathers and black beak. Population of this bird grows few and far between, the more so in its wild habitat in the Bali Barat National Park. For this reason, The Begawan Giri Foundation, in cooperation with the National Park Enthusiasts Foundation, held a program to breed and preserve this fauna that progressively comes into extinction.Breeding programs transpiring for 5 months since July 2006 indicated that of the 25 birds bred, 23 birds could survive. This signified that its mortality rate ammounted to 8%. Incapacity factor to adapt naturally on the first deliverance showed that a bird only survived for five days, while another died as it was preyed by a snake when its incarcerating its eggs in a tree.During this breeding period, there were 5 additional populations. This shows an increase of population as much as 20%. Therefore, the adaptab...
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Silayukti Temple
2007-01-11 01:42:00
Silayukti Temp le lays on a hilltop, at the beachside of Padang Bai. Padang Bai is a marine village and celebrated for its sea harbor that connects Bali to Lombok Island. As a marine village, the inhabitants of Padang Bai are extremely heterogeneous, either in terms of ethnics or the religion they practice.With sandy beaches this village has also developed into a fascinating tourist attraction in Bali. The large numbers of foreign tourist arrivals proves it and they seem to assimiliate well with the local community. To reach Padang Bai village will take you some 1.5 hpurs from Denpasar travelling easterly or some 59 km.History on the establishment of Silayukti Temple is inseparable from the existence of the Sage Kuturan. He was from East Java and arrived in Bali during the reign of King Airlangga in East Java (1019-1042). Sage Kuturan is one of five brother priests who are known as Panca Tirta. It was them, who made spiritual journey across Indonesia up to the coatal regions in Bali....
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Setting Free The Sun 2006
2007-01-08 02:14:00
At the year end 2006, the Puputan Badung Square is ascertained to thronged by crowds. The reason is that at the midpoint of Denpasar a gala gathering entitled “Setting Free The Sun 2006” will be held. It is held for whole day long from 08.00 am to 01.00 am on 1 January. Nunerous kinds of arts are staged starting from traditional to modern arts. At least, there are 40 kinds of art presentations that will jazz up this majestic event welcoming the New Year 2007.Every year-end the government of Denpasar city regularly organizes the “Setting Free The Sun” program. It was expected to successfully entertain the town people of Denpasar, other than foreign tourist spending holiday here.As in the previous years, attendant were not only form downtown Denpasar, but also from outside Denpasar and even foreign tourist who were moderately in large number watching the show at the square. For that purpose, the committee has anticipated the security affairs by involving the officers of Transp...

Tri Hita Karana Awards
2007-01-05 02:06:00
The presentation night of the Tri Hita Kara na Tourism Awards and Accreditations took place at the agung Hall (Kahyangan Jagat Bali Temple) Luhur Pakendungan, Tanah Lot, Friday (22/12). Present on this rejoicing event, amongst others, were the minister for Tourism and Culture, Ir. Jero Wacik,SE and Minister of Environmental Affairs, Rachmat Witoelar. In addition, hundreds of stakeholder members of Bali tourism also looked on during this pretigious event. Meanwhile, the governor of Bali, Dewa Beratha and other high officials of Bali province and Regencies or City across Bali were also present as witness of the annual event.The complete recipients of the Tri Hita Karana Tourism Awards 2006 are as follows:1. Tourist object/Eco-tourism/Special Retreat Category:Tanah Lot (Gold)Sangeh (Silver)Taman Ayun (Bronze)2. Non-star/Guest’s House category:Waka Di Ume (Gold)Puri Bagus Candidasa (Silver)Puri Lumbung Cottages (Bronze)3. Hotel of 1,2,and 3-stars category:Nusa Lembongan Resort...
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Lempuyang Luhur Temple
2007-01-02 01:54:00
Lempuyang temple is located on Lempuyang Mountain, Karangasem Regency in East – Bali. The Balinese Hindu’s named it Sad Khayangan Agung Lempuyang Luhur, which is the place for Hyang Iswara and Hyang Agni Jaya. The temple festival is held every six months on Umanis Galungan.To go to Lempuyang temple from denpasar, it is about 80 km, a 2 hours journey to the east. Along the way, you will see beautiful sceneries, rice field panoramas and rivers. There are three ways to go there, that is:1. Kemuda/Purwayu way, passing Ngis Tista Village, Kemuda, Penataran Agung Lempuyang Luhur at Purwayu, Telaga Mas, Pasar Agung to Lempuyang Luhur.2. Basangalas way, passing Ngis Tista Village, Basangalas, Banjar Gamongan, Telaga Sawang, Lempuyang Madya-Parahyangan Mpu Gni Jaya straight along towards Luhuring Lempuyang Madya, Pasar Agung and finally to Lempuyang Luhur.3. Karangasem Regency way, from Bukit Village a straight line to Jumeneng Village, Kenusut Temp le , Pasar Agung and then Lempu...
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Puri Dewa Bharata Village: The Real Balinese Heaven
2006-12-30 03:01:00
Puri Dewa Bharata Village is a two star hotel built on a 45 acres area, where you can experience the ancient style of Balinese heaven. It is designed in indigenous traditional architecture with fine stones and wood carving decorations in each room of the hotel and it gives the real sense of a Balinese atmosphere. Puri Dewa Bharata Village should definitely be your choice of stay.It is located in an accessible area, 20 minutes from bali international Ngurah Rai Airport and just 300 meters from the main Legian street, which is known for its shopping environment, internatinally recommended restaurants and glamorous nightlife. Double Six Beach is also within a short distance, only a 10 minutes walk while enjoying art shops along the street with many kinds of Balinese handicrafts and textile.The style of Puri Dewa Bharata Village and its amenities stands out with its exceptional good taste. It is obvious that the owner has really taken time to find the perfect accessories, painting and f...
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Palasari Tourism Village in West Bali
2006-12-23 04:44:00
Nestled above the slopes at the mountains range of Bali ’s rain forest, the village Pala sari offers beautiful forestry tourism such as bird walk and tracking with could be continued on to West Bali National Park. Formerly, the settlement was also the destiny forest – the jungle, which was opened during the Dutch civilization aroun 1940.The village is sourrounded with rivers, rice fields, and cacao and coconut plantations. All roads and paths are asphalted and completed with beautiful landscape along the roadsides, green grass and colorful flowers. The site plan of this village is ismilar to other villages in the island, holy place, cemetery, lawan and public hall with “Kul Kul” or tom – tom tower. The village is suitable for some sports such as volleyball, football and biking. On Wednesday 23 july 1989, the former president of Republic Indonesia, Soeharto inaugurated the Palasari dam, considered to be the fifth lake of the island. Although the main goal to build the dam ...
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A Cool Break at Ulundanu Temple
2006-12-21 01:54:00
Cool and sometimes misty are predominant features of the place where Ulundanu Temp le , one of Kahyangan Jagat or universal temple locates. It nestled on the side of lake Beratan, Bedugul in Tabanan regency, some 48 km from Denpasar. Actually this temple lies at strategic destination among the Candikuning agro market, botanical garden and the route to some fascinating destinations in northen Bali. Uniquely, one compound of temple is located on the land of the lakeside and another within the lake. However it is still within the reach of a temporary bridge or by a transfer of an outrigger. Devotees find no difficult accessing the latter. In terms of its function, Ulundanu temple is a house of worship to honor the Lord of Vishnu along with his consort Goddess Danu or Sri that considered administering fertility and the agricultural field. Subak or Balinese irrigation cooperative members consequently also pay homage at this temple. Ulundanu temple as well features harmonious life b...
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Wayang Wong of Batuagung
2006-12-18 01:57:00
The wayang is very popular among the Balinese. The meaning of the word is highly controversial, but it is generally applied to any pictorial representation of the figures of mythology, although it appears to have deeper, more significant religious meaning, perhaps related to the cult of ancestors. On the other hand, wayang means shadow-the shadow of life as in wayang kulit – the puppet shadow play.In line with this ancient theatre, there is wayang wong(the human puppet), the archaic of masked drama. Unlike the puppet shadow, wayang wong is rare traditional theatre. The sacred wayang wong could be found at Perancak temple, performed only as part of temple ceremony during its temple festival.Another could be found at family temple of brahmin castle at Geriya Batuagung, north east of Negara. It is performed during temple festivals, cremations and other ceremonies. Nowdays, it is also performed during the annual Bali Art Festival.A group from Japan was enthusiastically watching the ma...
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Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa
2006-12-16 01:58:00
Situated in renowned southern peninsula of Bali, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa elegantly represents a legendary Balinese Palace sorrounded by lush tropical gardens and 140 meters white pure beachfront. This stunning resorts is just 15 minutes away from the Ngurah Rai International Airport and close to shops and major tourist attractions. The 381 rooms and suite resort invite you to immerse yourself in pageantry of one of the world’s most vibrant cultures.All rooms are richly designed to provide all the modern comfort with an authentic Balinese atmosphere. Palace Club Executive rooms are set in private wing with separate access and check-in through the Palace Lounge which serves complimentary breakfast, 2 hours afternoon tea and 2 hours evening cocktail with indoor and outdoor dining and lounge areas, complimentary 15 minutes internet access at the Palace Club Lounge daily and refreshments are available through the day at Palace Club Lounge. The hotel also houses the award winning Nus...

Gunarsa Museum of Classical and Modern Art
2006-12-15 02:03:00
The Gunarsa Museum of Class ical and Modern Art is situated in Klungkung just one hour north of Ngurah Rai International airport. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 9 am and 5 pm, and the entrance fee is Rp.10.000,-The Gunarsa Museum of Classical and Modern Art and attached Cultural Centre embrances many elements of Balinese artistic and cultural heritage. The main collection is divided into two main buildings, which are set amongst lush botanical gardens which make up the museum grounds.The first main building, houses some 250 classical balinese paintings dating from the 15th century. Displayed alongside these are traditional carvings, Balinese puppets and collection of Kris. Part of the Classical Art Museum is made up of a separate temporary exhibition room, which displays the work of both national and international artists, who can apply for exhibit in this room.The second building houses a collection of modern paintings. This display is made up of paintings by Ind...

Beaches Around Bali (Part II)
2006-12-14 02:49:00
Buleleng Regency :LovinaBetween Singaraja and Seririt on Bali ’s north coast is a busy stretch of losmens amd hotels, and the low sea makes this area by far the most inspiring beach in Bali. The coastline has a number of tranquil coves, Lovina being one of them. Dolphins are often seen playing in waters off Lovina. HappyIt is a beach with black sand and calm little waves. You can see many fishermen catching fish in their boats. Happy beach has a beautiful background, blue mountains and coconut trees with their wavy leaves. Kubu GembrongKubu Gembrong coast is a bay with a black sandy coast, flanked by rows of coconut trees with beautiful blue mountains as its back round. At this coast there are many beautiful corals and it is an ideal place for snorkeling with boats used by fishermen to catch fish. Menjangan IslandIt is a small island at the west corner of Bali, near Terima bay, and it is a potensial tourism object. Menjangan island has a beautiful coral under water gar...
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