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The colors of red, white and black bear an incredible, powerful meaning since each of them symbolize the manifestation of Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer). It is, therefore, in an island full of evil spirits, the three colors are everywhere to be found to offer protection from the mischievous demons.

Everyone visiting Bali will quickly notice the...

I MADE BUDIANA D.V.M.

The Mag caught up with I Made Budiana, a doctor who shuns human patients in favor for animals. In an island full of dogs, cats and even cows freely wondering around, the Balinese vet stands up to save and cure abandoned animals on the streets – something which is still considered odd by his Balinese community. Not caring what other people say, Budiana takes the plunge and...

RIP CURL SCHOOL OF SURF

For surfers, or others who know how to surf, Bali is a paradise providing them not only with the waves but also the whole surfing culture that circles on the language, life and fashion. On the other hand, for those who have never experienced surfing, watching the others riding the waves on their boards could be an exciting moment too. But again, instead of just sitting...

If this is your first time to Bali and you don’t know what Galungan is, here’s a quick description: it’s Christmas for the Balinese. Of course, Christmas trees will never be in sight; instead, the skillfully decorated bamboo poles (known as penjor) are everywhere to be found. Galungan itself is celebrated to mark the victory of virtue over evil. Anyway, what we’re going to tell you now is...

Bali’s cultural charms and natural beauty have been considered magical by those who have visited the island. But no, we’re not going to talk about how mesmerizing and hypnotizing the Balinese dances are; we’re going to tell you about magic (as it traditionally means) in Bali.

Though not really that obvious, magic is still practiced in Bali and the use of it entirely depends on the will of the...

Balinese treat the many unseen inhabitants of the island – gods, ancestors and even evil spirits – through the presentation of offerings as an expression of gratitude to benevolent spirits, and placating mischievous demons to prevent them from disturbing the harmony of life. Being gifts to higher beings, these offerings must be attractive; and a great deal of time and effort is expended to...

The 32nd Bali Arts Festival that is going to take place this coming June 12 – July 12 has confirmed arts groups from seven countries to participate. The seven groups hail from, among others, China, USA, Japan and Indonesia. More countries are expected to participate in the event.

This one-month festival attracts not only locals, but also tourists from their holiday comfort zones in Kuta and...

A group of Japanese tourists has filed in a proposal to have the current two months tourist visa extended to three years. The proposal received good responses from Bali Tourism Authority and the Bali Chapter of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association, which will pass the proposal to the central government. It is hoped that the longer tourist visa will boost longer stays by the...

In response to the growing severity of traffic congestion in and around the Simpang Siur roundabout, Bali will construct a flyover in the area. The flyover is aimed to overcome traffic problems caused by the long lines within the bypass and Sunset Road areas. The central government in Jakarta has already approved the plan by providing some US$ 32 million for Bali to go ahead with the...

WHERE GOOD VALUE MEETS EXCELLENT QUALITY!

Yut’z Place is named after its charismatic owner Ibu “Suyuti” Sayuti, who has worked hard to transform the venue into what it is today: a well-known restaurant with many loyal customers from all over the world. Ibu Sayuti has been running restaurant establishments for almost two decades. It all started when she opened a warung in front of the Oberoi...