July 8th, 2010 by SekarJagat
Monument of Independence War 1945, Jimbaran
400 years ago...
You might think this impressive building is of ancient times, but in fact this memorial was built in 2008 and is even not yet open for public.
These are probably the very first pictures on the Internet showing the “Monumen Perang Kemerdekaan 1945 di Jimbaran”, Jimbaran’s Monument of Independence War 1945.
The monument makes a nice landmark, located diagonally across from our spa.
Related links: wiki: history of Indonesia | location map monument Jimbaran and Sekar Jagat Spa
June 14th, 2010 by balitrivialist
From 12 June to 10 July 2010 thousands come to see the most accomplished musicians and dancers perform at Bali’s cultural event of the year, The Bali Arts Festival, Pesta Kesenian Bali.
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The entertainment on offer during the month includes traditional and modern music, dance and theatre from both the islands and further afield, puppet shows, parades and various competitions.
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Related links: Schedule of Bali Arts Festival
May 2nd, 2010 by balitrivialist
Decorated shrine with offerings for Galungan
On 12 March 2010 Bali celebrates Galungan. This festivity falls every six Balinese month or every 210 days and is marked with en masse worship on the victory of good qualities against the bad ones within each individual Hindu devotee. Balinese Hindus place offerings at the family temple at the house compound, at the village temple and other great temples around Bali.
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Related links: Nyepi 26 March 2009 | Bali Calendar | About.com: Galungan, Major Balinese Feast
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January 31st, 2010 by balitrivialist
Balinese New Year, known as Nyepi or Day of Silence, will take place on Tuesday 16 March 2010. Local custom requires that all people in Bali observe a day of silence from 6am on Tuesday 16 March 2010 until 6am Wednesday 17 March 2010. Authorities require that all people in Bali stay indoors, make no noise and switch off all lights for the duration of this period. The Balinese Hindus consider “Nyepi” to be the most important day on the religious calendar and these prohibitions are taken very seriously.
January 20th, 2010 by balitrivialist
Love it or hate it: Durian
Of unique odour (you might say it stinks) and formidable thorn-covered husk, this seasonable fruit is a must when in Bali.
Check it out, eg in Tabanan, on the way to Bedugul, in the area of Baturiti you will find a few vendors at roadside stalls selling durian for IDR 20.000-100.000/piece. Price depends on quality and size.
If you you prefer the more convenient way, just pick them up in the supermarket, but don’t expect best quality and price…
For the brave amongst you: make some durian juice, rare and delicious!
