Author: balisoundsandvisions.com
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Dressing in Balinese Style: An Art and a Transformation
Women in beautiful white and gold ceremonial kebayas with bright selendangs, balancing figures of deities on their heads. A grand display of the magic of Balinese culture during a Tilem purification ritual. Like other forms of art in Bali, Balinese fashion has roots deeply anchored in rituals, ceremonies, and temple life, reflecting the island’s renowned…
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SINGAPORE: Culture Is Affluence
The inner courtyard of Thian Hock Keng Temple, a serene open space framed by sweeping Fujian-style roofs, offers a moment of stillness in the heart of Singapore. Skyscrapers rising behind it form a striking contrast to this historic sanctuary. Together, the ancient temple in the foreground and the modern skyline beyond capture one of Singapore’s…
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The Fascination with Balinese Temples and a Journey to the Magical Pura Batukaru
Deep beyond the material An untamed ocean ethereal In the present time A wondrous tale medieval One of the most enchanting features of Bali, and a vital component of Balinese daily life that even short-term visitors inevitably encounter, is the Balinese temple, a true cornerstone of the island’s culture and its fairytale-like ambiance. Often referred…
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THE POWER OF SANUR AND THE ENCHANTING RITUALS OF TUMPEK WAYANG
This is a look back at the recent Tumpek Wayang ceremony in Sanur, a profound ancient ritual where the Barong Landung couple, Jero Gede and Jero Loeh, were reverently escorted through the streets. Sanur, with its magical temples, ongoing ceremonies, and as the home of High Priest families—the custodians of Balinese Hinduism—stands as the spiritual…