2010-03-15 / Bali Flash - Short News
Bali Upcoming Events
March 15.
"Tawur Agung Kesanga": a great sacrificial ceremony offered to the underworld spirits for not disturbing human being's settlement (at 12.00) followed by procession of ogoh ogoh (huge dolls symbolizing evil spirits) in the evening. (Puputan square, downtown of Denpasar)
March 16.
"Nyepi": Saka New Year 1932, the day of absolute silence.
March 17.
"Med-Medan": an event held in conjunction with "Nyepi" that involves maidens and bachelors of the village. Initiated with prayer at the local temple, the group members then hug and kiss one another, getting thoroughly wet after being sprouted by someone. It is indeed a cheerful moment for all, held at around 3pm. (Banjar Kaja, Sesetan village south of Denpasar)
March 23.
Temple anniversary celebrations at:
- Pura Penataran Tangkas, Sukawati village, Gianyar regency.
- Pura Dalem Lagan, Bebalang village, south of the town of Bangli.
- Pura Puseh Lembeng, Ketewel village, district of Sukawati, Gianyar regency.
- Pura Dalem Gandamayu, down town of Klungkung.
- Pura Sanghyang Tegal, Taro Kaja village, district of Tegalalang, Gianyar regency.
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