Sacred Mount Agung Shuts to Hikers: No Access Nov 2–16
Climbing Mount Agung in Karangasem will be temporarily closed from November 2 to 16, 2025. This is due to the annual sacred Pujawali ceremony at Pasar Agung temple in Sebudi village.
Foreign Tourist Falls into Ravine While Climbing Mount Agung
A 33-year-old tourist from Slovakia fell into a three-meter ravine during her ascent to the sacred Balinese mountain, Agung.
The woman was climbing to the summit with a friend and a local guide. The group started late in the evening from the Pengubengan Temple in the village of Besakih on Friday. The incident happened at ar…
Tourist Deported from Bali for Solo Climb on Sacred Mount Agung!
A Norwegian citizen with the initials BG, aged 41, was deported by immigration officers in Singaraja for climbing Mount Agung alone. He has been banned from entering Indonesia. BG arrived in Bali on F…
Bali’s Mount Agung: Sacred Trekking and Tourism Etiquette
Nestled in the heart of Bali, Mount Agung captivates with its ancient charm. Once reserved for sacred Hindu rituals, it now became a hotspot for tourists.
Yet, amid the surge in tourism, the Governor of Bali has proposed to ban tourist activities on Mount Agung.
Mount Agung in Bali Will Be Closed
🚫 Attention! Mount Agung in Bali will be closed for climbing from April 6 to May 3, 2025, due to the important Ida Bhatara Turun Kabeh ceremony at Pura Besakih temple. This is an official ban, violati…
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A cone-shaped volcano that is recognized as the highest point in Bali, known for its eruptions and impact on the climate.
Mount Agung holds great significance for the Balinese, as it is considered a sacred place and a symbol of the god Shiva. Locals conduct religious ceremonies and rituals on its slopes to honor the gods…
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Mount Agung Closed for Sacred Ceremony at Pura Besakih
This year, climbing Mount Agung will be closed from April 6 to May 3, 2025 due to the Ida Bhatara Turun Kabeh ceremony at Pura Besakih. This is an official restriction on any activity on the volcano…
Lempuyang Temple Shuts Its Gates for 5 Days
The Pura Luhur Lempuyang Temple, known as the Gate of Heaven, is closed from April 23 to 27 due to the religious ceremonies of pujawali (the holy place’s birthday). Only Hindu believers are allowed to…
Conquer the Majestic Volcanoes of Bali
Waking up before dawn, rising above the clouds, and meeting the first rays of the sun, painting the sky and earth in gold — it’s one of the most impressive experiences you can have in Bali.
