What Is NGABEN ???.

What is Ngaben ???..

Ngaben is a cremation ceremony for Hindu,s in Bali.Thus ritual is done to send the bodies to their next life.The body is placed as it were asleep and the families left behind will always remember them that way.The body is placed in a choffin which is placed in sarcophagus,formed as cow made out of wood and paper ,this than is taken to the cemetery to cremate through a process.

What It's DAKSINA MEANING

What It's .. Daksina .?

Daksina Meaning and types

For the Balinese term / word Daksina is a common thing one needs known to the ceremony.
Daksina derived from the Sanskrit word. Daksina be meaningful wages, Daksina can also mean the south or the name of the offerings. Supplies Daksina namely coconut, duck eggs, whole grains. In Lontar Siwagama, coconuts as a symbol of ananda - of the universe created by God.
Daksina made of palm leaves that resemble a place like the basket is in place is made up language called Daksina bali. in place / This place is made up of the contents of various kinds of objects that are fixtures of these Daksina. If we look at the contents inside the place is made up daksina always covered with a leaf that strung together to form a plus sign (+) which called Tread Dara, then a row above it filled grains of rice and coconut, and coconut filled with kojong above, each filled with eggs, peselan, gantusan, banana, slight hit tingkih and pangi base, above the coconut filled with yarn tatebus white. And above daksina added with canang payasan which often also called pasucian / pangresikan. Daksina also filled sasari / money. Daksina intact in its use is usually coupled with other types of upakara such as: squeeze, ajuman and others. However daksina also can stand alone if it serves as a daksina daksina Linggih. But usually this Linggih daksina ditambahka with chilli was significant as a symbol of the face.

What It's .. CANANG SARI

What it's... CANANG SARI ?.

Balinese culture, will never be separated from that adopted by the majority Hindu community in Bali. In a Hindu concept of praying facilities, which include: water, fire, flowers, fruit, leaves. In Balinese culture, the concept is then practiced in the art form. One is the diversity of offerings is Canang Sari.

Canang Sari is the simplest form of offerings but is categorized as a means sufficient to do the praying. Canang Sari itself meaningful: offerings in the form of interest (components majority interest).

Offerings form is divided into two parts. The bottom can be shaped like a flat round or rectangular or taledan. Often, too ornate "Trikona / plekir" on the edges. In this section there are pelawa, porosan, sugarcane, kekiping (a type of rice flour cakes), banana or similar gold and lined with yellow rice tangkih. It can also be coupled with fragrant and lengawangi burat like the cymbals buratwangi. On top of it then filled with a variety of flowers arranged as beautiful as possible covered with a "Uras sari / sampian Uras".

Where is ..the location of Famous Temples in Bali.

 Where is the location of Famous Temples in Bali ?.

Pura Besakih is a complex of temples that are located in Besakih Village, Rendang Karangasem regency District, Bali, Indonesia. The complex consists of 18 Pura Besakih  . Pura Besakih is the center of activities for all temples in Bali. Among all pretend that included in the complex Pura Besakih, Pura Agung is the temple Upgrading the largest, most buildings pelinggih, most types upakara and is the center and all existing temples in Besakih. In the temple there are 3 statues General Upgrading main Tri Murti Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva who is the symbol of God the Creator, Preserver and Dewa Dewa fuser.

Pura Luhur Lempuyang located at the top of Mount Bisbis or Mount Lempuyang, Karangasem. This temple is believed to include the oldest in Bali. In fact, it is estimated there in the days of pre-Hindu-Buddhist shrine which was originally made of stone. It is a palace Lempuyang Pura Hyang Gni Jaya or the god Iswara.

Lawah mean bat. In Bali Pura Pura Goa Lawah is to worship God as Lord of the Sea. Lawah at Pura Goa
Village District Pesinggahan Dawan, Klungkung is the center of Pura Segara (sea temple) in Bali to worship God as Lord of the Sea. In Lontar Prekempa Mount Agung told Lord Shiva sent Sang Hyang Tri Murti to save the earth. Lord Brahma down transformed into a Naga Ananta Bhoga. Lord Vishnu incarnated as Naga Basuki. God Iswara become Dragon Taksaka. Naga Basuki incarnation of Lord Vishnu's head into the ocean to evaporate moving the Ocean for an advanced cloudy. Its tail is a tail scales the mountain and into the thick trees in the forest. Head Naga Basuki was symbolized by Pura Goa Lawah and tail soars high as Mount Agung. Central tail in Pura Goa King, one of the temples at Besakih Temple complex. Therefore, in the ancient caves at Pura Goa Raja was allegedly penetrating to the Pura Goa Lawah.

What it's ..OGOH OGOH (Giant Puppet tangible in Bali Island)

What It's ..OGOH OGOH ??? .

Ogoh ogoh is a Balinese Hindu community artwork that resembles a giant puppet tangible or Bhutakala fearsome giant, which also characterizes the Balinese Hindus welcome the New Year in Hindu Dharma teachings Saka.Dalam Bhuta Kala represents strength (Bhu) universe and time (Kala) is not measurable, absolute.
Ogoh ogoh made before the day of Nyepi (Penyepen) and will be in the procession or parade accompanied by a noisy gang of percussion beleganjur when (pengerupukan) the day before Nyepi. Ogoh-Ogoh paraded around the village streets to drive out the influence of evil spirits that exist within ourselves and our surroundings.

What It's ..RANGDA ? (The Queen Of Leaks)

What It's ..RANGDA ?..

Rangda which means widow is the queen of the leak is an important legacy in the mythology of Bali. This fearsome creature is told often kidnap and eat children and lead the evil witch troops against Barong, a symbol of good strength.
According to the story probably comes from the queen Manendradattapulau Rangda Java in the 11th century. He was exiled by the king Dharmodayana for alleged acts of magic to the consort of two kings. According to legend he took revenge by killing half the kingdom, which later became his property and the property Dharmodayana son, Erlangga. Then he was replaced by someone who is wise.

Rangda is very important to the mythology of Bali. Barong or fight the battle against Erlangga ,often featured in dances. This dance is very popular and is an important legacy in the tradition of Bali. Rangda described as a woman with long hair disheveled and has long nails. His face was scary and have sharp teeth

What it's ......BALINESE FOODS

What it's ....Balinese Foods ?

There are many things famous from Bali, the beaches, the temples and also the Balinese people. But one thing you will not forget is the traditional Balinese foods. Like many other places in Indonesia, Bali has wide range of traditional balinesse foods, made from traditional ingredients, bringing you a delight taste as one of culture of Indonesia.

Balinese food is different from Indonesian food. In tourist areas you will not find many dedicated Balinese restaurants, but once out of the tourist scene its everywhere. The famous traditional Balinese foods are made from pork, duck and chicken. It is hard to find beef menu here since cow is a symbol of holiest animal in Bali. The traditional foods are all served with steam rice and some with vegetables. Most of Balinese food  are made for ceremonies, but since everyone wants to taste, the foods are easily to found either in small Warungs or Restaurants.

What it's ..KUNINGAN in Bali Island

What it's ..Kuningan.in Bali island

There are many Annual Celebrations of Bali island, which constitute of religious and non-religious events and festivals. One of the most important Bali Events and Festivals that is considered very pious by the people of Bali, is the Kuningan in Bali. The festival of Kuningan in Bali island is the end of the 10 day festivities of the Galungan, when the ancestors and Gods are supposed to descend to the family temples and have to be prayed to and deified.

Which always falls on Saturday (Saniscara), is the day when Gods and Goddesses accompanied by the holy ancestral spirits (pitara) come down to earth again to bless the people and the universe. It is believed that they will return to heaven in the midday. On this day, Balinese people do self-introspection by doing a meditation for human’s prosperity. To the Balinese Hindu followers, the Kuningan Day is a time for commemoration say thanks to the gods for his mercy to the human races.

The day before Kuningan is called Penampahan Kuningan. On this day Balinese make yellow rice and prepare offerings. Many Balinese make lawar particularly lawar babi (pork lawar).
Therefore, it is a time for holiday, visiting each other and fun. Every village in Bali will celebrate Kuningan in grand style, with colorful festivals held at the temple in some parts of Bali Island.

Kuningan in Bali island by mybaliinfo.blogspot.com

What It's ...NYEPI DAY IN BALI ISLAND. ?

What It's ....NYEPI  DAY ( Bali’s Day of Silence )
Nyepi is derived from the quiet (silent ) Nyepi Day is actually a celebration of New Year according to Hindu calendar / Saka calendar, which began in 78 AD. Unlike the new year celebration AD, Saka New Year in Bali begins with solitude. There are no activities as usual.However the Balinese use many different calendar systems. They have adopted the Gregorian calendar for business and government purposes. But for the endless procession of holy days, temple anniversaries, celebrations, sacred dances, building houses, wedding ceremonies, death and cremation processes and other activities that define Balinese life, they have two calendar systems. The first is the Pawukon (from the word Wuku which means week) and Sasih (which is means month). Wuku consists of 30 items starting from Sinta, the first Wuku and end up with the Watugunung the last one. The Pawukon, a 210-day ritual calendar brought over from Java in the 14th century, is a complex cycle of numerological conjunctions that provides the basic schedule for ritual activities on Bali. Sasih, a parallel system of Indian origin, is a twelve month lunar calendar that starts with the vernal equinox and is equally important in determining when to pay respect to the Gods.

BALI CULTURE & CUSTOMS

 

Bali Culture and Customs

Indigenous people in Bali in general must undergo several stages of an important ritual in their live.each stage of Balinese life is marked by a series of ceremonies and rituals known as Manusa Yadnya. They contribute to the rich, varied and active life the average Balinese leads.

Where and What ...BALI AN OVERVIEW

Where.. and What .??? BALI AN OVERVIEW

Bali is an island of incredible mystery, beauty, enchantment, culture, hospitality, variety, and serenity; who wouldn't fall under its irresistible spell?Bali's spectacular beaches, volcanoes, lakes, temples, and terraced rice fields -- combined with its deeply artistic roots and its legendary hospitality -- have made it one of the most visited places on earth. The religion and culture of Bali are unique in the world, and the Balinese have preserved their traditions in spite of the island's growing tourist industry.
While many destinations offer beautiful scenery, few have the variety of Bali, and none has its unique art, culture, and natural hospitality.

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PREVIEW BALI  

WHERE IS BALI ISLAND?

The island of Bali is part of the Republic of Indonesia and is located 8 to 9 degrees south of the equator between Java in the West and Lombok and the rest of the Lesser Sunda Islands (Sumbawa, Flores, Sumba and Timor) in the East. Flying time to Jakarta is about 1.5 hours, to Singapore and Perth (Australia) 2.5 and 3 hours, to Hong Kong about 4.5 hours, and to Sydney/Melbourne about 5.5 to 6 hours.

PREVIEW BALI  - GEOGRAPHY:

The island of Bali has an area of only 5,632 square kilometers (2,175 square miles) and measures just 55 miles (90 kilometers) along the north-south axis and less than about 90 miles (140 kilometers) from East to West. Because of this it's no problem to explore the island on day tours. You can go wherever you want on the island and return to your hotel or villa in the evening.
Located only two kilometers east of Jawa, Bali's climate, flora and fauna are quite similar to its much larger neighbour. The island is famous for its beautiful landscape. A chain of six volcanoes, between 1,350 meters and 3,014 meters high, stretches from west to east. There are lush tropical forests, pristine crater lakes, fast flowing rivers and deep ravines, picturesque rice terraces, and fertile vegetable and fruit gardens. The beaches in the South consist of white sand, beaches in other parts of the island are covered with gray or black volcanic sand.