The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, has announced that a cultural census will be conducted on the island in the coming months. Koster has repeatedly stated that his mission is to protect and preserve…
Balinese culture is the heart of the island and the main reason why it is called the 'island of the gods.' However, with the increase in tourism, there have been more incidents of disrespectful behavi…
Bali: A Fantastic Destination for New Year’s and Christmas Celebrations
While there’s never any snow on Bali, the island is always filled with the festive spirit. Balinese locals go above and beyond to organize a variety of events and special performances for those celebr…
A real clash of two cultures occurred in Bali. A tourist was annoyed by the loud music from the neighboring house and tried to stop it or at least turn it down, but he had no chance. Firstly, live mus…
Looking for fun long term skill classes for residents (not holiday) in the Ulu/ Pecatu area. Any help appreciated.
The government of Bali province has officially presented the Bali Calendar of Events 2026 — a single calendar of key events for the year. It includes 56 festivals and events across all regions of the…
If you’re heading to Sumba, the first thing to do is let go of any expectations shaped by Bali. Sumba is a world apart—fewer services, higher prices, and limited options. It’s not polished, and it’s d…
Among the many customs and practices that travelers may encounter, tipping can often lead to confusion. While tipping is not a mandatory practice in Bali, understanding the local tipping culture is es…
The CHANDI 2025 Conference (Culture, Heritage, Arts, Narrative, Diplomacy, and Innovation) is taking place in Bali. An opening ceremony dinner was held on the evening of September 2nd in Sanur. Partic…
Taman Ujung Water Palace
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Taman Ujung was built in 1909 by the last king of Karangasem, I Gusti Bagus Jelantik, also known as Anak Agung Agung Ketut Karangasem Anglurah. He ruled from 1909 to 1945.
