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Water Palaces of East Bali
A visit to East Bali allows travellers to step back in time as they wander through the beautifu water palaces of East Bali.
SoleFamily Bali’s Mission to Open a Pioneering Outreach Centre in North Bali
Solemen Indonesia has undergone a name change – Yayasan SoleFamily Bali, as the team now provide care for over 800 families.
Bali Children and Kartika Soekarno Foundations Give Balinese Children a Brighter Future
Bali Children Foundation and Kartika Soekarno Foundation collaborates to give Balinese children a brighter future.
Ngiring: Accompanied by the Gods
The ability to “ngiring Ida Batara” (be accompanied by a god) is obtained following a crisis, loss of consciousness, and a visit to temple.
Lembu: The Bull Sarcophagus
The Lembu is a bull-shaped sarcophagus used in Balinese cremations, especially that of high-caste Balinese Hindu.
Homogenisation, Dilution and Disorganisation
Ensuring that a destination has an identity and safeguards is the key to ensuring its longevity and sustainability.
Pasang Surut: An Exhibition of North Java’s Exquisite Batik Textiles
From 17 June to 30 September, Masa Masa will host an exhibition of exquisite ‘batik pesisiran’, or coastal batik, from the archives of Pithecanthropus Bali.
Mekare-Kare: The Pandan Wars of Tenganan Pegringsingan
Mekare-kare, or the vibrant pandan wars, mark the ‘climax’ of Desa Adat Tenganan Pegringsingan's ritual calendar.
Early Travels to the ‘Dutch East Indies’
A look back on how the Dutch advertised travel to Bali and Indonesia when they were the colonial rulers of the region.
Living and Learning in Bali: Personal Perspectives from the Bali Island School
In collaboration with Bali Island School, NOW! Bali engaged the school students in a writing competition to hear their personal opinions on what life is like on the island.
The Masks of Bali, feat. Prof. Dr. I Made Bandem and Bruce Carpenter | Episode 27
In this episode of The NOW! Bali Podcast, we welcome Prof. Dr. I Made Bandem and Bruce Carpenter authors of 'Masks of Bali'
John Hardy: Empowered by a Renewed Craft
One of Bali’s biggest success stories is John Hardy, a homegrown artisanal tradition gone international; the Rata Chain collection is the...
Tenganan Village Explained: History, Customs and Guide of an Ancient Community
Tenganan Village is home to the ancient Bali Aga community, known for their traditional way of life and unique customs.
Expat. Roasters and OATSIDE Launch Battle of the Baristas
Expat. Roasters and OATSIDE presents Battle of the Baristas, the biggest sustainable plant-based barista competition in Indonesia.
Branding the ‘Perfect Island’
Visitors to Bali see billboards, traffic and waste, contrasting private hospitality’s promises with public sector’s lack of vision for a perfect island.
Explorations in North Bali: From Ancient History to Hot Springs
The NOW! Bali team explores North Bali, which holds a significant role in the island’s history and was once the gateway to Bali.
The Begawan Foundation: Conservation, Education and Regenerative Agriculture
Creating an ecosystem of education, agriculture and conservation, The Begawan Foundation is shows a model of a sustainable future.
Ramadan, and the Upholding of Tolerance in Bali
The main religions of Bali, Hinduism and Islam, do have their respective concept of tolerance - but it must be maintained.
I Made Bandem: Bali’s Effervescent Dance Maestro & International Cultural Ambassador
I Made Bandem is a dancer, author, scholar and celebrated ambassador of Bali's performing arts who just published 'Masks of Bali'...
The Healing Traditions of the Balian Usada
The Balian Usada are Bali's traditional doctors, who deal with herbs, healing and unseen worlds.
