Cult of the Mountain and Ancestors
Explore Bali’s sacred Gunung Agung, where ancestral spirits dwell, guiding rituals, temple offerings, and the island’s deep spiritual traditions.
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Explore Bali’s sacred Gunung Agung, where ancestral spirits dwell, guiding rituals, temple offerings, and the island’s deep spiritual traditions.
One organisation called Niskala Bali is taking charge on creating environmentally friendly ceremonies on the island, a necessary change for Bali's future.
Mount Agung’s eruption revealed Bali’s unsustainable tourism model, urging businesses to support workers, reinvest profits, and plan for a resilient future.
A reflection on Bali’s progress in 2018, highlighting tourism growth, environmental issues, social inequality, and the call for sustainable change.
The Mahabharata inspires dynamic Balinese dance and gamelan at Pesta Kesenian Bali, blending tradition, contemporary moves, and vibrant costumes.
The Balinese rice farmers are the architects of the island's landscape - their skills in shaping their farms are what makes the rural views amazing.
Explore Tandjung Sari’s Batujimbar Playground, where Bali’s art, culture, and Jenggala Keramik legacy come alive in a creative family space.
Ban Village in East Bali rebuilds sustainably with EBPP, using bamboo for baskets, bikes, and community development after Mount Agung eruptions.