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Balinese Hinduism on the island is known as Agama Hindu Dharma, Agama Tirtha, Agama Air Suci, or Agama Hindu Bali. It represents a unique form of Hinduism followed by the majority of Bali’s population…

Bali — a vibrant melting pot where Indonesian people of different faiths meet, often forming deep connections that culminate in love and marriage.

Yet, Indonesia’s marriage laws, which mandate religious ceremonies and require couples to share the same faith, pose significant hurdles for inter-faith unions.

On December 6, 2022, the Indonesian parliament unanimously adopted a new criminal code for the country. Several days after the scandalous hearing, the first clear explanations from the country's autho…

Many are familiar with the golden rule of conduct: «Treat others as you would like to be treated.» Agree that most people want to be treated with respect and kindness. Are politeness and tactfulness p…

According to statistics, more than 50% of marriages in the modern world are concluded after meeting online. Many couples also meet while traveling, for example, while on vacation in Bali. So, you’ve f…

At first glance, Bali, often perceived as a paradise surrounded by breathtaking nature, appears to visitors or those who have only heard about it as a magical world. But what if we look at the everyda…

In 2025, Galungan will be celebrated on April 23 and November 19. Kuningan will take place on May 3 and November 29.

To be precise, Galungan slightly shifts in the Gregorian calendar, as per the Balinese tradition following the Pawukon calendar with 210 days in a year.

Balians are people of "power." There are very few such individuals in the world, literally just a handful. However, they have existed, do exist, and will always exist. They live on different continent…

The first Balinese Hindu temple in Europe has opened in the Netherlands. This is not a tourist project or an art object, but a real temple built by Indonesians according to all the canons of the Hindu…

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.