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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…

Bali is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, and not just by chance. Beyond its picturesque landscapes, local wisdom and traditions merit attention and can be intriguing to visitors…

Nyepi is the perfect time to disconnect from the chaos of daily life, recharge, relax, finally start reading a book, meditate, spend quality time with loved ones, or enjoy yourself. If the weather is…

An animated crowd fills the streets. People are shouting, laughing, and smiling. Men carry bamboo platforms with towering towers and statues of animals on their shoulders. The statues spin and sway. A…

For a person unfamiliar with Balinese culture, information about tooth filing in Bali can be shocking at worst and puzzling at best. Yes, this ancient ritual has survived to our times, and almost all…

Bali is known not only for its beaches but also for its vibrant ancient rituals. One of them is Perang Pandan, or 'pandan leaf war.' This ritual competition among men with thorny leaves takes place an…

The Balinese tradition of Melukat (a water purification ritual to cleanse negative energy) has become a trending topic on TikTok. With the growing interest in this practice, many Balinese express conc…

The Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) in Ubud is hosting an exhibition dedicated to the centenary of German artist Walter Spies' arrival in Bali. The exhibition, titled ROOTS, will run until June 14, 202

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.