A Ngaben, or Pelebon ceremony, is a traditional Hindu-Balinese cremation ceremony to send the deceased into the afterlife while showing respect to the family and the local community of the deceased. Today is Pelebon Ceremony for Tjokorda Bagus Santaka from Ubud Palace.
If you’re looking for some historical adventures in Bali, then Goa Gajah is the place to be! This ancient cave serves as an archaeological site, with a relic-filled courtyard and stunning rock-wall carvings. Inside the courtyard, you’ll sight the large wantilan or a traditional Balinese meeting hall and unique sizeable old stone carvings. You can also view a pool, excavated in 1954 — showcasing 5 to 7 statues. It is said that they depict the Hindu deities. But before you enter, you need to wear a sarong to explore inside.
Tanah Lot is a rock formation off the Indonesian island of Bali. It is home to the ancient Hindu pilgrimage Tanah Lot Temple, a popular tourist and cultural icon for photography.
The beauty of the beaches in Bali called Blue Point Beach, Distance from Kuta beach is about 45 minutes, by passing through the winding roads and up and down. Location Blue Point is still a one-way to the temple of Uluwatu, Padang-padang beach, and Dreamland. This beach is situated in the village of Pecatu, namely at the southern tip of the Badung regency. #bali #beach #balitravely
Beautiful Penjor Pengerebongan at Pura Agung Petilan Kesiman. A ubiquitous cultural attribute you’d mostly see in Bali, is that tall, curved pole of bamboo adorned with decorations in front of virtually every building in Bali. That’s called a Penjor, and it is a symbol of the bounty of the earth and a thankful expression for all that is good from Nature.The height of the penjor represents Mount Agung, the holiest mountain on the island that provides protection and prosperity. The main element of the penjor, bamboo, symbolizes the god of creation, Brahma. Bamboo is an important ingredient in most Balinese ceremonies, and is thus linked to creation. The decorations are made of young coconut and plawa leaves, which symbolize the lush vegetation of earth. Other decorations include small cakes and coconut, all of which represent the bounty of nature. Though these are the main elements, some penjor are decorated with colourful fabric. It’s just a fashion statement, but it makes the penjor look better! At the base of the penjor is a small bamboo shrine where the Balinese place offerings.
