TODAY July 15,2008 : THE BIGGEST ROYAL CREMATION CEREMONY HELD IN UBUD PALACE !!
Balinese religion is based on respect for and worship of God and ancestors, and is a combination of Hindu elements and indigenous Balinese culture. After death, the body must be dissolved and returned to its original elements. The cremation ritual is a [...]
Hindu Cremation
Travelling Tips
TIPS for first time Visistors.
Time zone : Indonesia has three time zones, Bali is GMT +8hrs.
Dress code : The Balinese, while modesty dressed themself, are very forgiving people when it comes to tourist’attire, however walking around in Speedos or a bikini is not really appreciated. When entering temples themselves are similarly attired. If you have [...]
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The Daily Simple Offerings.
Everey day, Balinese Hindus set out canang to signify their devotion and acknowledgement to the Divine, Flowers, Water and Fire are the basic elements of the simple offering.
If you walk anywhere in Bali, you’ll pass shops, homes and even roadside stands odorned with a woven young coconut or banana leaf offerings. These offerings generally include [...]
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