• BALI TEMPLES

    www.naturelust.org Pura Kehen was the main temple of the Bangli Regency. Bangli Regency was formerly the center of a kingdom known under the same name. The Bangli Kingdom was one of the nine kingdoms of Bali. The name Bangli derives from bang giri, meaning “red forest” or “red mountain”. The Regency of Bangli was founded by the Gelgel Kingdom of the Majapahit dynasty.Pura Kehen was mentioned three times in three copper inscriptions dated from the late 9th century, the early 11th century, and the 13th century. The copper inscriptions mentioned the temple under different names. In the late 9th-century inscription,…

  • Nyepi Festival Bali

    Nyepi In Bali – Everything you need to know about Bali’s Day of Silence. What is Nyepi? Nyepi, also known as the “Bali Day of Silence,” is a key event in the Saka New Year calendar, which is observed following the new moon in March. The island comes to a standstill for 24 hours, with no lights, music, nor noise; transport is halted, and everyone must stay at home. It is a time for reflection, meditation, and self-purification. Nyepi is a profoundly spiritual and cultural celebration, and participating in it is a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you’re planning a trip…

  • Galungan Festival Bali

    Galungan is a Balinese holiday celebrating the victory of dharma over adharma. It marks the time when the ancestral spirits visit the Earth. The origins of Galungan trace back to ancient Balinese Hindu mythology, highlighting the cosmic battle between the forces of Dharma (good) and Adharma (evil). It celebrates the victory of Dharma and symbolizes the triumph of righteousness over malevolence.