Pictures of Bali

Pecalang are traditional Balinese security officers who play an important role in maintaining customs and order in Balinese villages. They are unpaid volunteers who are appointed by the village council (banjar). Pecalang are typically dressed in traditional Balinese clothing, including a black-and-white checkered sarong, a black vest, and a headband. Pecalang have a wide range of responsibilities, including: Maintaining security and order at traditional ceremonies and festivals Patrolling villages and deterring crime Settling minor disputes Enacting traditional laws and customs Pecalang are also responsible for enforcing the rules of Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence. On Nyepi, all activities on the island are prohibited, including working, driving, and leaving one's home. Pecalang patrol the streets to ensure that everyone is complying with the rules. Pecalang are highly respected members of the Balinese community. They are seen as guardians of traditional values and cultur...

I had hesitated to put this post in this blog. Then I think, at least this does not deviate completely from the theme of this blog, that is a picture of Bali and its life. Yes, I found this unique house in Bali, so I feel that I deserve to add it as an article. At noon today, when the sun is just right above my head, even though the weather was so hot I made time to look around the city of Denpasar. This time my destination is Sidakarya Sesetan. There are not so many really interesting things from this place actually. I just want to see the temple is quite famous for its palace and if lucky I could see the sidakarya mask dance and take their picture. Whether because of daydreaming, I had a wrong turn at the crossroads and headed to Jl. Tukad Petanu which continued lead to Kertha Dalem. Shortly after realized I had taken the wrong way I am about to turn around. But then I saw this home located a few meters in front of me. Because the house is interesting, I got down a bit and wanted...

Serangan Island and its mega project overview As the main destination to a tropical holiday in the world, Bali has millions of foreign tourists each year. So to facilitate them and also with the aim to get more of them visiting, Bali continues to grow for that purpose in the most extraordinary speed. Some time ago, ever held a giant mega project which plans to build a bridge connecting the Serangan Island and Tanjung Benoa. But the progress is rather slow due to protests from many groups. Now the project could even be said discontinue as there is no significant activity for its development. In the situation of the abandoned project, some time ago had held a festival called the Serangan Green Festival for its second time which has just ended on last Sunday, with the aim to popularize the tourism sites. But unfortunately the attention of tourists is still not fully lead to this place. But verily, in this place have hidden potential that its value could even be same to famous place...

Just re-opened today, for the second time, the festival of “Serangan Island Charm” right from Jaba pura sakenan. This festival involves dozens of communities like Environmentalists, bicycle lovers, old motorcycle lovers, photographer and supported by hundreds of artists both traditional and modern plus various types of culinary served here. The Festival Theme The festival this time having the main theme:  "Serangan Island Green Festival 2010". Hopefully, through this festival, Serangan will evolve into an integrated green area without leaving the characteristics and uniqueness. As multi-ethnic, multi cultural, spiritual, historical sites, various arts and culture, conservation of turtles, coral reefs, mangroves, marine wealth, the phenomenon of sunset and sunrise, various culinary and others. The Festival Agenda This event will be opened by the Mayor of Denpasar at 09.00 pm at Temple Sakenan. Starting with the inscription signed "Kubu Wisata" that is destined fo...

More stories about Bali Mangrove Forest Conservation Center Okay now is the time for you to see more pictures and stories about an adventure along the mangrove conservation center in Bali. We already posted some information about the place but here we will add more story so you can imagine what will the place looks like.  Before you start your adventure please note the following points: Do not carry too much stuff. In this place you will walk for around and explore the mangroves. There will be no vehicle available to you. Carrying too much stuff will make you more tired. Leave your baggage in the car or bus, but make sure the safety first. Bring a camera. It would be a pity if you do not take a picture while you visit it. Prepare some money for an entrance fee. For more details about entry fees, check our post here. Mangrove Forest Exploration Begin You are now ready to explore. There are several routes you can take. Each has its own thing that they can offer for you to see. ...

Serangan is famous with its Sakenan holy temples. The temple itself has been a tourism object for ages. But not much people know about the beach. The beach itself has same potential as a tourist attraction but it less famous comparing to the temple. Serangan is a small island in south of Denpasar. Once you need a boat to reach the island. We say it once because now there are bridge that connect the two separate island. Serangan Island itself is also known with "Island of turtles" and one of favorite place to dive. Here you can hire a boat and explore the beach or dive into it to see the inner beauty of serangan's hidden treasure.

We have posted an article about Mangrove Forest  Conservation Center before. We have describe the beauty, what you can see on the site, and how much is the entrance fee on our previous post. If you haven't read it, we suggest you to read it first. Some of its part still under construction On our latest visit to Mangrove Forest Conservation Center, we found some part of it are broken and still under constructed. As you can see here on the picture, the road are collapsed in some area. So the option is : you need to detour and choose different route or you can pass it but you need to be careful not to fall. But you don't have to worry because you can still enjoy the beauty, as it is still open and serve the public. It will be better if you check the notification board first to choose the best route so you will not crossed the under construction area. They have the Map board for you to check and choose the route. They are all will meet on the same direction no matter which route...

What is mangrove? Mangroves are a variety of trees at an average altitude and shrubs that grow in saline habitats of coastal sediments in tropical and subtropical areas. Source: wikipedia.com What is Bali Mangrove Forest? Bali Mangrove Forest opened in May 2003, it serves as a center for the study and conservation of coastal mangrove forests in the area. The Bali Mangrove Forest is located in By Pass Ngurah Rai. About 5 km from Benoa’s Harbor to the west, less than 1 km from the statue of Dewa Ruci. The mangrove forest is covers an area of 200 hectares, with an office in the center of this area. In addition, there are a lot of nurseries about 7,700 square feet of waterfront trails, huts to rest, floating bridges, and birds tower. What you can see in Mangrove Forests Bali Several things you can see in Bali Mangrove Forest according to their statistics are 13 types of mangrove large, 9 types of mangrove minors, 28 types of mangrove associates, 62 types of birds, 32 types of c...

History of Denpasar Denpasar is primarily a center of the kingdom of Badung, until later in 1958 Denpasar was the seat of government of the province of Bali. The physical state of Denpasar has been advanced and has the characteristics and nature of urban areas. Currently, Denpasar became the center of government, shopping centers, educational centers, industrial centers and tourist center. Denpasar City consists of four sub-districts, namely West Denpasar District, East Denpasar, South Denpasar and North Denpasar. Place of popular tourist attractions in Denpasar Art Centre is a venue for cultural performances and crafts of Bali. Each year, this place held a part of Balinese art that began in mid-June to mid-July. If you were in Bali this month, will be very disappointed if you miss this opportunity. Some attractions that generally performed in art centers such as baris dance, barong dance, theatrical Dance Calonarang, a variety of musical performances such as gamelan or gong and ...

No no...borobudur temple is not in Bali. Don't get me wrong this time. I have telling you on my post title. Don't blame me. And for your information, Borobudur temple is in Jogyakarta and NOT in Bali. Then if you wonder about what is this temple exactly is allow me to give short explanation for you. This is a " Renon Monument ". What is Renon Monument ? A Monument that built in Renon. Yea sure that explain a lot. This monument are on the center of Denpasar City. So if you are come from Sanur and your next direction is Denpasar, then you surely will meet the monument. It is not as large and extravagant as Borobudur. But it has its potential to keep visitor coming to it every day. The locals here are very love it.