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Barong is one of the characters in the mythology of Bali. He is the King who symbolizes the Spirit of Kindness and enemy of Rangda in Balinese mythology. According to belief, Barong is driven by a spirit named Banas Pati Rajah. The Spirit is also a spirit that accompany a child in her life. As […]

Banjar Balinese Community is a social unit based on territory unity. This social unity is strengthened by custom unity and sacred religious ceremonies. In the mountain range area, the characteristic of banjar membership is limited only to those who were born in the banjar territory. Whereas in the plain area the banjar membership is open

Let’s take a look and give praise to the unique feminine figure of Balinese women, coinciding with the commemoration of the birthday of Indonesian national heroine Kartini on April 21. Many cultural observers have considered Balinese culture as the perfect form of a social model, with every member of the community playing a significant part

Unexpected rainfall is one of the oldest traditions in Balinese cultural practices, which can also be found in most societies in Java. This tradition is still practiced by the Balinese, because of its significance and function, not only within traditional, but also within a modern context, such as tourism activities. These beliefs and practices are

The Balinese Names which come from the Sudra caste basically only have four names. The first child is called WAYAN . The second child is called MADE The third is called NYOMAN The fourth is called KETUT

A couple’s marriage will not be acknowledged in the society if it is carried out without a traditional sacred ceremony according to the Hindu religious beliefs. In addition, the couple will be excommunicated from their village. There are three kinds of Balinese Marriage styles in Bali: “Ngerorod” (elopement), “Memadik” (more respected) and “Nyentana” (where a

The national language of Indonesia, Bahasa Indonesia, is widely used on Bali, but it is not Balinese. Balinese or Bahasa Bali, in another language entirely. It has a completely different vocabulary and grammar, and the rulers governing its use are much more complex. It’s a difficult language for a foreigner to come to grips with.

Balinese House (kuren) consists of a family or a number of related families living within one enclosure, praying at a common family temple, with one gate and one kitchen. The square plot of land (pekarangan) in which the various units. of the house stand is entirely surrounded by a wall of whitewashed mud, protected from

The Balinese Hindu Religion is very different from that of the Indian variety. They do have the caste system, but there no untouchables and occupation is not governed by caste. In fact, the only thing that reflects the caste system is the language which has three tiers; 95% of all the Balinese are Hindu Dharma, and

The Balinese worship Dewi (’goddess’) Sri as the goddess of rice and prosperity. They even devote special places of worship for her and dedicate a special day for her each month called ‘Hari Bhatari Sri’, which falls on the ‘Sukra Umanis’ Fridays of each month of the Balinese calendar (this month it falls on Friday

Just about everywhere in Indonesia you will find that Balians, or Dukuns, are sought out to heal illnesses or dispel evil spirits. Even in a society where modern medical facilities are available, it is to the mystic person they go. There was an interesting article in the Bali Discovery regarding these most sought after members

As we know that around 75 % The Balinese are farmers but most of the income we have because of the tourist business. And the rice terraces located every where such has: Tegallalang, Jatiluwih, Bukit Jambul and Pupuan are the most popular and the most beautiful rice terraces to be seen.