Articles tagged ‘Religion’
Wetu Telu Muslims celebrate Idul Fitri in Lombok
By Nick | October 31st, 2006 |
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One of the most interesting religious groups in Indonesia are the Wetu Telu. Basically Muslim, they have their own version of Islam as well as sharing a temple with local Hindu’s. Recently the group celebrated Idul Fitri, the end of the month of Ramadan.
Here’s more from the Jakarta Post.
Islam & Mysticism in Indonesia
By Nick | October 30th, 2006 | 2 Comments »
Indonesia is predomintantly Muslim but underlying that fact are a strong set of locally held beliefs, pre-dating Islam. The Balinese have made some of therse beliefs a part of their Hindu religion. The Muslims, however, have to run a double line, professing belief in Islam, while quielty going about their other proactices. An article in [...]
Cockfighting in Bali explained
By Nick | October 28th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Cockfighting is part of the Balinese landscape. Anyone who drives around the island, especially on Sundays, will see large whicker baskets contains the fighting cocks at the roadside. This is to get them used to loud noises.
Shopping for wedding gear: Pasar Badung market, Denpasar Bali
By Nick | October 26th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
This afternoon at Pasar Badung market in Denpasar, I went up to the 3rd floor, to look for a Balinese jacket, to wear at Wayan’s wedding. A lady in Global Xtreme, told me I could pick up one for 50,000-100,000rp.
Getting invited to a Balinese wedding
By Nick | October 24th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
This morning at Cafe Seminyak, one of the waitresses invited me to her wedding. The way they do things over here sometimes makes me laugh. Wayan, told me a while ago she was getting married, but to keep it quiet. This morning, after I sat down, she slipped into the next door shop and dropped [...]
Lontar engraving in Tenganan Bali
By Nick | October 22nd, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Balinese artist, Kadek Ardita, showed me his family’s collection of Geringsings. He also sells single ikats, batiks and cloths made from kashmir-like material. His art is actually engraving.
Tenganan Dauh Tukad
By Nick | October 22nd, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Tenganan Dauh Tukad is the watered down version of Tenganan proper. People were friendly, but I was escorted to the ‘donation booth‘ after arriving. I gave 10,000rp, take it or shake it. Locals were sporting traditional clothing, because of the birth of the new temple.
History of Klungkung Bali
By Nick | October 16th, 2006 | 1 Comment »
The town of Klungkung is the capital of Klungkung regency, which includes the islands surrounding Nusa Lembongan. Most tourists don’t visit Klungkung, but it has an important history.
Balinese history: Pan & Men Brayut
By Nick | October 14th, 2006 | 1 Comment »
Balinese Hindu mythology and local Balinese history, are colorful affairs, with many cute stories of how Balinese people have faced probelems and dealt with them. One of the famous stories in Bali is that of Pan & Men Brayut.
Visiting Besakih temple Bali
By Nick | October 10th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Besakih is known as the ‘Mother Temple’ in Bali. The largest and most important temple on the island, it sits on the western slopes of Gunung Agung. I visited Pura Besakih in 2003, along with 6 Balinese people and had a good experience. Visitors to Bali will be offered a trip to Besakih temple, by [...]
