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Batu Medawu Temple n Nusa Penida Islands lie three large temples called Tri Purusa. They include the Dalem Ped, Puncak Mundi and Batu Medawu Temple. Batu Medawu Temple is located at Suana village, right in the west of Semaya hamlet. As one of the Sad Kahyangan temples in Klungkung, it has a long history. Jero Mangku Sugianta explained that Batu Medawu name was originated from the word perahu (traditional boat) splitting a rock. The temple priest from of Batu Mulapan hamlet said the history on the origin was reinforced with Nusa Penida Chronicle that told about the story on I Renggan, one of the grandsons of Dukuh Jumpungan that would like to conquer Bali by riding his magic boat.

In the story, I Renggan was believed if he could split any land passed through by his boat and it would then be transformed into sea. “Lord Toh Langkir knew such a desire, so he made I Renggan unable to control the boat and fell asleep. His boat was stranded in Manggis, Karangasem, and the island was crashed and halved.

Ultimately, it only left the small islands as we can see today around Padangbai,” he explained.

Jero Mangku said that due to his failure I Renggan tried to come back to Nusa Penida through the eastern part of the island. When being about to moor his boat, she was apparently out of control. Instead, his boat passed the beach and broke a dune of stones in the eastern part of the island. In short, the ruins of boat owned

by I Renggan was made ​​a place of worship which is now called Batu Medawu Temple. Jero Mangku confirmed the story was increasingly strengthened by a symbol in the form of building resembling a stern that seemed to describe a boat splitting the stone mound.

The building could be seen in the Batu Medawu Temple, precisely in the Segara Temple. As a sanctum to invoke wisdom, the Batu Medawu Temple is really different from the Dalem Ped Temple functioned to pray for strength, he explained.

Ritual committee chairman of Batu Medawu Temple, I Ketut Rai, explained that grandiose ritual of Mamungkah, Ngenteg Linggih, Mapeselang, Ngingkup, Bangun Ayu, Pemarayungan and Mapedanan were carried out considering the series of temple construction of Batu Medawu Temple had been accomplished.

This man from Suana hamlet hoped the ritual could be known to all the people of Nusa Penida in particular and Hindus in general, so they could come to pay devotional works and say prayers as a form of devotion to the deities venerated in the Batu Medawu Temple.

This temple has a mountainseaward concept. There is a combination of mainland and the ocean in the form of beauty. In the Batu Medawu Temple, each pilgrim will say prayers for three times, namely in the

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Segara Temple, Taman Temple and Penataran Temple.

Piodalan or anniversary of this temple is held every six months, falling on the Buda (Wednesday) Pon Wuku Pahang. This temple is supported by half the customary village, ranging from the Kutampi customary village to the south and east. Aside from pilgrims from the local community itself, the temple anniversary of the Batu Medawu is also often attended by Hindu pilgrims coming from the Island of Bali. B N (BTN/kmb)

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“Matekap” Resembles Riding fancy Car Tourist Activity in Taman Sari Buwana

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etekap, ploughing rice field using cows by Balinese farmer become an interesting sight for the tourists.

This activity also becomes one of their favorite during their holiday in Bali. Not only taking pictures, the tourists often take part in doing it. This is what the tourists are doing in the Taman Sari Buwana Eco Tourism which is located in Subak Klasem, Banjar Beng Kaja, Tunjuk Village Tabanan. In this place, the tourists can do many farming activities such as Metekap. Eventough only being guided by the farmer, the tourists are very happy.

The farmer can transform the tourist into a famer, similar to them. Many activities can be joined by the tourists such as making offerings and its paraphernalia such as klatkat, klangsah and tipat.

The activities can be done in the house of the locals in the village.

The tourists are also must take part in teaching foreign language to the children especially those studying in the elementary school.

After that, the tourists will be taken to the rice field of Subak Klasem where they will experience to be a farmer. The tourists must wear farmer costume complete with the capil kukus (the hat the resemble a cone), then they

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restaurants, exciting nightlife and countless shopping locations will let tourists experience Bali’s vibrancy at its best. Hotel Zia Bali Seminyak is a view minutes away from Metis Restaurant, Warung Eropa, Mozaic Beach Club, Potatoe Head, Seminyak Square, and Ku de Ta. “Hotel Zia Bali-Seminyak combines with warm hospitality with a unique design to make stay in Bali unforgettable, rooms are designed to provide modern concept, comfort, relaxation, and

elegant. A real smart hotel it is a popular location choice amongst travellers in Seminyak. Each room has deluxe bathroom design, Amenities Drawer, Safe Deposit,

Minibar, sizeable Wardrobe and Daybed”. Said Wayan Narta Hotel Zia Bali-Seminyak’s General Manager “An interactive IPTV with customized menu control for entertainment and order through Room Service, Restaurant or view guest’s own bills to remain stay relax in the room. The rooms categorized into 5 rooms types: Joy, Sincerity, Kindness, Love and Great with facilities Hospitality TV with international channel, IDD Telephone, Air Conditioning , Rain Power Shower, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Complimentary

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Tourists are doing Metekap can start to metekap. “For the tourists, metekap is like riding a fancy car,” the Head of Taman Sari Bu-

wana Eco Tourism said.

Metekap is using traditional tools such as Uga which is to tie

the cows and Tengala and Lampit to plough the land. “This activity is actually started to be forgotten by the local farmer due to the development of technology but the tourist live it very much,” Buana explained.

The tourists are also being introduced by the activity called Nuludin. This is when the famer make the soil even and then continued by Nandur which is planting the paddy backwards. The farmer starts to plant to on the left, two on the bottom and two on the right. “The tourist often amazed by this technique,” he said. This process obviously will make the tourist exhausted so they will be taken to look for coconut by

memongkod of climbing the tree.

If they don’t want to do it then they must use a long stick to get it. After that they will drink the water and eat the flesh.

Then, during lunch time, the farmer will take the tourists to do Ngebet Sela or picking cassava.

It will be grilled using firewood.

“The tourists are having fun because the activities are very unique and sometime funny for them,” he added. The tourists also will have a nice lunch in a hut where they will be served by traditional dishes such as tempe goring, urab vegetables, chicken satay and Gerang.

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accessible at low tide. During high water the rock takes on the appearance of a large boat at sea, such is its shape. Poisonous snakes live in the nearby caves to ‘guard’ the temple and contribute to the temple’s dangerous reputation. Sunset is the best time to visit Tanah lot, when the golden red skies frame the temple and waves crash into the rocks. It is advisable to avoid the tourist crush here as it can be severe.

Second, Sunset Terrace. Sunset Terrace is one place in Tanah Lot area provides the perfect setting to create the unforgettable moment of sunset. With beautiful panorama, you could enjoy luxurious breakfast and lunch. You could relax with your favorite meal or beverages also you could enjoy the panorama of Tanah Lot Temple Tanah Lot Temple here’s no shortage of great places to visit in Tanah Lot, but if you’re looking for the really special places, you can find these within easy travel distance of your place. Tanah Lot’s a great place for sightseeing at convenient distances. The best places are easy to find, and you can take your pick from a range of

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when the water was of tide. In the area of Sunset Terrace, from heigt place above the rock, you could enjoy the panorama of sunset while you enjoy your meal or beverages, that provided by booths which selling the famous beverages in Tanah Lot thats called fresh coconut water or “Kelapa Muda” and the other beverages.

Third, Enjung Galuh. The most appropriate place and nice to see the amazing sights is from Enjung Galuh site. The place is located in the west or right of the Tanah lot tample. From there you can see the temple from a distance and also beautiful sunset. Experience impossible to forget. You can enjoy the beautiful romantic moment on the sunset time at Tanah Lot while having a tropical coconut drink which is available to be served on your request. It is the favorite place to visit in Bali where many tourist from local and international has visited it.

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alinese community has a special fruit salad or what the so-called rujak. It is made of fresh fruits mixed with a selection of spices to produce a distinctive flavor. At least, there are three flavors used in the sauce namely spicy, sweet and sour. There are many different types of fruit salad whose name adapted to the fruit used as the main

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fantastic experiences and sights: First, Tanah Lot Temple. The temple Pura Tanah Lot, simple in its construction, is dramatic in its ocean-front location and is one of the main temples in the worship of Balinese gods. Tanah Lot has a long history in the world of tourism. The temple itself is built on a small promontory which is only

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Legong Sri Sedana

m o n g thousands of sacred dances in Bali, some of which have been rarely displayed like the Legong Sri Sedana. However, on Tuesday (Apr. 25) this rare dance was presented again by a number of girls during the peak of Ngusaba Dalem procession at Dalem Gede Temple of Peliatan customary village. Legong Sri Sedana dance The ceremony did not only attract the attention of residents of local village but also photographers and cameramen from various regions. Legong Sri Sedana dance is different from the other dances. The dance performed by village girls is dedicated to welcome the coming down of Goddess Sri Sedana denoting the goddess of fertility and prosperity.

Chief of the dance studio, A.A. Gde Oka Dalem, said that Legong Sri Sedana is performed by three main dancers. They consist of two dancers playing as Goddess Sri and God Sedana and a dancer as a Condong.

In addition to these three main dancers, there are also dozens of dancers serve as royal servant -- in this case the ritual paraphernalia attendant.“Legong Sri Sedana is staged in a series of special or main ceremony as at the peak of this Ngusaba Dalem ritual at Dalem Gede Peliatan,” he said.

Furthermore, he revealed that Legong Sri Sedana is danced with meaningful and powerful body movements. In addition to gamelan, this dance is also accompanied by songs brought by housewives and singers.

“When dancing, these girls are believed to be the embodiment of Goddess Sri and angels,” he added.

This cosmic dance is also a symbol of world rotation that attracts the power of the gods and the universe. It is presented with the hope that God is delighted to give blessings in the form of soil fertility and people’s prosperity.

This dance also illustrates that fertility and prosperity are identical to agriculture.

Moreover, so far when the agricultural land in Bali has experienced land conversion, the worship of the Goddess of Prosperity continues.

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ingredient. One of them is Balinese pomelo salad or rujak juwuk Bali. This ingredient or usually called jerungga in Balinese is liked best by many people.

In the heat of the sun, this fruit salad is in demand because it produces water tasting sweet mixed with sour.

Its lovers are very diverse as well such as children, teenagers, parents to toothless grandparents. When

squeezed, it will produce water tasting fresh. The salad is prepared by adding sauces onto the ingredient.

Salad of this type is usually sold in roadside modest stalls characterized by the presence of a pestle and mortar on the table. To prepare it, the outer skin of the pomelo should be peeled out. Then, the flesh is removed from the inner skin. Prepare appropriate sauces according to taste. By and large, the sauces in use consist of tamarind paste, shrimp paste, salt and chili to taste. Then, it is added with sweetener like palm sugar. Having mixed, stir them well to produce good flavor.

Formerly, people prepared mixed salads with young banana tree, belonging to stony banana variety. Its sauce was also very simple, so that it helped digestion in the stomach smoother. Unfortunately, the Balinese pomelo is increasingly rare today so that it is very difficult to find the bigger ones. Now, it is brought in from Java and other regions in the archipelago. As information, Balinese pomelo has a dark green skin and red flesh. When being unripe, it will taste sour, but after turning perfectly ripe it will taste sweet.

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dhi Jaya Sunset Hotel is delighted to announce that the re-branding of Think Asia is now complete. Formerly known as Ambassador Restaurant, this attractive dining venue invites people throughout the island to taste and experience homemade fresh noodle.

Conveniently located in the middle of Sunset Road; the veins of Bali for shopping, entertainments and business area. Think Asia brings a fun and comfy ambience with wooden vintage

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décor. It is a perfect place to hang out.

Adopts noodle bar concept, Think Asia offers more than fifteen (15) noodle creation from Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Cantonese, Shanghai and Indonesia. Think Asia use a homemade fresh noodle. The appetizer starts with Lumpia Semarang to Pork Chinese Spring Roll. The Chef’s recommendations are Beef/Pork Pho, Tom Yum and Plecing Noodle. Beside of the Chef recommendation, Think Asia also has Prawn Laksa Noodle soup. Mie Aceh

Kuah or Mongolian Pork Noodle for other option. Some rice selections are also available on the menu. Meal price starts from IDR 29.000 to IDR 79.000. Beer, coffees and fresh juice are available from IDR 15.000 to IDR 35.000.

Think Asia seriously intend to claim the reputation as one of best noodle bar with competitive price.

Open for 24 hours – 7 days a week, a perfect place for supper after a fun & exciting evening. With maximum capacity of 60 seat, Think Asia also open for a provate function, social gathering or to celebrate a special occasions.

After a renovation, Adhi Jaya Sunset hotel has a new look and bring new color and concept to hotel face, feels a resort in urban area. Offers 55 of Deluxe Terrace, 16 of Deluxe Pool and 2 Executive Suite, Adhi Jaya Sunset Hotel completed with MICE facilities, Adhi Jaya restaurant, Think Asia Noodle Bar, laps communal swimming pool and spacious parking area. The hotel recommended for group or free independent traveler; perfectly design for leisure and business. For more information; pleace visit www.adhijayasunsethotel.com or email to info@adhijayasunsethotel.com.

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Tumpek Krulut, Gamelan Ritual to Praise Lord Ishvara

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indus in Bali celebrate Tumpek Krulut ritual every six months or 210 days. The nearest one falls on Saniscara Kliwon Krulut or Saturday (May 20). It is often referred to as the piodalan or anniversary of gamelan instrument because the Hindus in Bali perform ritual for the sound device with beautiful sound and divine vibration.

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Institute (IHDN) Denpasar, said that literally krulut is derived from the word lulut meaning ‘love, affection.’ At that time, the Hindus hold ceremonies for all kinds of gamelan instrument, worshiping God in his manifestation as Lord Ishvara. “Tumpek Krulut is really dedicated to Lord Ishvara who is believed to be the deity of sound in the music or gamelan art,” he explained.

At this ceremony, the Hindus put offerings for gamelan, ranging from gong kebyar, semara pagul-

ingan, gong gede, kebua, gender and other gamelan. “With this ritual, people invoke that gamelan can function and provide a sense of beauty and balance in the art considering that life is inseparable from the sense of beauty,” he added.

In this age, affection is often associated with Valentine’s Day. Hindus in Bali actually have a day of love celebrated every six months. “The ritual is intended to remind people of loving each other so that there is a sense of happi-

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ness, calmness and prosperity.

Without a happy life and mutual love, the purpose of life cannot be achieved. In India, this celebration is associated with the Day of Raksa Bandan which is similar to Valentine’s Day,” he explained.

He said that interpreting the ceremony of Tumpek Krulut inwardly means that it is dedicated to Lord Ishvara contained in the speech of man, human utterance so that human is called to exist. Humans are characterized by sound.

When humans communicate to others, it is dominated by sounds.

“So, there is a proverb saying munyi ane madasar terus diingat (logical utterances will always be remembered),” he said.

Utterances can also harm human self if spoken carelessly. Moreover, it can result in death. Instead, a good utterance can make friends and something useful. Interpreting the Tumpek Krulut ritual is not only on the gamelan alone or the external matters. The most important is the awareness of the utterances stating the existence of people.

Hinduism clearly states: wasista nimitanta menemu pati (utterances can result in death), nimitanta wasista menemu mitra (utterances lead you to get a friend) and wasista nimitanta manemu laksmi (utterances lead you to find happiness).

Implementation of Tumpek Krulut ritual is adapted to desa kala patra (location, time and circumstance). At a boarding house,

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it is enough to offer offerings in the platform shrine while at home can be put in triple-chamber shrine because the Hindus believe in Bhatara Hyang Guru. Elsewhere is determined by semaya (agreement) such as at village temple or wherever possible. Most importantly, it is carried out with sincerity. “As long as there is balance inside and outside, we can enthrone the deity of gamelan inside,” he added.

That is the way of the Hindus to interpret the ceremony in order to help provide bliss for the individual self as well as the objects honored with the ceremony. “Please bear in mind, on the Tumpek Krulut devotees do not adore gamelan, but dedicate devotion to the deity of gamelan so that it could function, give beauty and benefit humans,” he concluded.

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i Kadek Sukma Apti Pertiwi and Putu Dipta Priyatna were selected as Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar Tourism Ambassador 2017. They were de-termined as the winners after successfully showing off their capability in grand final of the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar in the open stage of Gianyar Cultural Center on Saturday (Apr. 29).

The selection with the theme Dika Bhawana Duta Pusaka was opened by Regent of Gianyar, A.A. Gde Agung Bharata. It was enlivened with performance by the singers of the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar, fashion show and comedy

by Susi and friends. It was spectacularly designed by the alumni of the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar. All the

activities were arranged by JegegBagus Gianyar coalesced into the in the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar Friends (Sejebag).

Participants of the Jegeg - Bagus were assessed by nine juries.

“At the beginning of the selection until the grand final, these two finalists are indeed able to answer all the questions of the jury panel.

They are able to set aside 10 couples of finalists who have the best capability,” said the Head of the Gianyar Tourism Office, A.A. Ari Brahmanta, after the event.

Selection of the Jegeg - Bagus Tourism Ambassador of Gianyar, explained Ari Brahmanta, is a media to enhance the role of young people in building Gianyar. This event can be used as a medium

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of creativity and spirit of young generation to be more professional.

“The theme is meant to encourage the glory of Gianyar as Heritage City that is able to preserve culture.

Ultimately, this event can contri bute to local tourism development,” he explained.

Putu Dipta Priyatna said that after being chosen as the Bagus of Gianyar 2017, in the future, he will participate in developing the tourism of Gianyar in order to be useful for the residents of Gianyar. Similarly, the Jegeg of Gianyar 2017, Ni Kadek Sukma Apti Pertiwi, will try to do the best in a similar event in Bali province.

“I will do my best for Gianyar in the future,” said this Jegeg from Tegallalang.

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lungkung Tourism Office launched the Klungkung Tourism application to facilitate travelers to know about the tourism potential owned

by Klungkung. This android based application could have been accessed and downloaded since last week. As scheduled, it will be officially launched to coincide with the opening of Semarapura Festival III on Friday (Apr. 28).

Head of the Klungkung Tourism Office, I Nengah Sukasta, said that

Klungkung Tourism application is an android - based application of the tourism office. This application is created to make it easier for travelers to access all the information about Klungkung. “The application has just been programmed a week ago, and now it can be downloaded by android users,” he said on Wednesday (Apr. 26).

He explained that Klungkung tourism application provides information ranging from tourist objects, culinary spot, cultural

heritages to tourist accommodation such as cottage and restaurants throughout Klungkung. Since it was first launched, the tourism office gradually disseminates the application through tourist guides escorting their guests to some popular tourist attractions in Klungkung such as Kertha Gosa and Goa Lawah.

“This application will be officially launched at the opening of Semarapura Festival on April 28.

However, it has begun to be disseminated to travelers. Our officers have informed tourist guides to be further forwarded to travelers. Hopefully, this can maximize tourist promotion in Klungkung,” added Sukasta.

With the launch of the Klungkung tourism application, his agency targets tourist arrivals to Klungkung to increase from year to year. Based on the data of the Klungkung tourism office, in 2015 tourist arrival to Klungkung district reached 372,051 people and this number increased in 2016. In the meantime, until March 2017, the number of tourist arrival in Klungkung reached 108,290 people.

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The Sunset Hotel Donates 24 Bags of Blood he Sunset Hotel Bali held a social event in the form of blood donation on Friday (May 5). This humanity activity was followed by staff, hotel employees, travel agencies and residents around the hotel environment. From the social action, the committee could collect a total of 24 bags of blood from the target of 20 bags. “The donors are very vivacious. However, many of them are not eligible so that they are rejected by the officials,” said Vivi, the committee chairperson.

According to Vivi, the regular blood donation activity held every year is a series of the sixth anniversary of The Sunset Hotel Bali.

“This blood donation is the beginning of a series of events that we will organize. Another activity is

staff outing and caring about the environment. We are going to make this celebration festive and full of togetherness at the peak falling on June 1,” he said.

General Manager of The Sunset Hotel Bali, Gede Kusuma Wirawan, confirmed that the hotel regularly holds social activities.

Amid their busy activities of serving guests, they are still making their time for social activities.

They are ranging from the visit to orphanage, environmental cleanup, blood donation and other activities. “Although we are small, we are very concerned with the environment. This activity is a part of the Tri Hita Karana concept application as an effort to keep Bali as cultural tourism,” he said.

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Inauguration of IHGMA Karangasem

Margarana Memorial Park n November 20, 1946, there was an all-out battle of the armed forces of the Republic of Indonesia against the Dutch colonialist at Kelaci Hamlet, Marga Village, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel I Gusti Ngurah Rai. The battle is better known as the war of Puputan Margarana. I Gusti Ngurah Rai along with all his troops was killed in the battle and all the ashes of the national great heroes are buried here. This memorial park is some 25 km from Denpasar or 13 km from the town of Tabanan. In this temple, we can see some documents such as the letter of I Gusti Ngurah Rai together all the members of the army known as the Ciung Wanara that never wanted to compromise or surrender to the invaders.

Tabanan Government Tourism, Art and Cultural Office Address : Jln. Gunung Agung No. 1 Tabanan, Ph./Fax. (0361) 811602

Graced with Fun Bike, Home Refurbishment and Free Treatment he Indonesia Hotel General Manager Association (IHGMA) of Bali Chapter inaugurated the management of IHGMA Karangasem on Saturday (Apr. 29). The

inauguration coupled with the first IHGMA’s anniversary was filled with various activities, such as fun bike, house refurbishment, free medical treatment and signing ceremony of MOU with Monarch

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and LSPR. The event was witnessed by Regent of Karangasem, I Gusti Ayu Mas Sumatri, and attended also by the President of Central Executive Board of IHGMA Reza Sunardi and Secretary General Christian Gumala, IHGMA of Bali Chapter ranks, Panca Rudolf Sarungu, as Vice Chairman of IT Affairs as well as Central GIPI (Indonesian Tourism Industry Association).

Regent Ayu Mas Sumatri expressed her gratitude to the IHGMA Karangasem for organizing a fun bike event that can help promote Karangasem tourism being developed. The 7-km long route of fun bike started from Tirta Gangga to SME Center Building where the event was held. A total of 150 participants consisting of

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hotel and villa general managers joined the cycling activity.

The Fun Bike was opened by IHGMA President, Reza Sunardi, and Chairman of IHGMA Bali, I Nyoman Astama. This activity aims to assist the Karangasem government in promoting tourism with the tagline ‘The Spirit of Bali.’ “This event also involves 26 students from London School Public Relation (LSPR) Jakarta that are currently being trained at several hotel members of the central IHGMA and IHGMA Bali,”

said Deputy Chairman of IHGMA Bali, I Made Ramia Adnyana.

Other than fun bike, the committee also held the other activities like house refurbishment and free medical treatment for disadvantaged people in cooperation with Dr. Rommy Associate, the IHGMA was officially established on April 200, 2016 and currently has 22 chapters from Sumatera to Papua.

There are a total of 800 members consisting of hotel and villa managers and general managers spreading across Indonesia.

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Made Badra

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aving occupied various agencies, such as the mining, livestock and fishery agency, finally Made Badra is appointed to fill in his latest post as the Head of the Badung Tourism Office. Many people consider this position is the most appropriate. Why? There are many reasons.

Among other things, this man is living in the heart of the Kuta tourist resort as a resident of Pande Mas hamlet, Kuta. Another reason, he has graduated his education in tourism studies. Thus, it is very appropriate for him. To him, wherever devoting, one must totally and consistently work for the benefit of

society. “Wherever placed, surely we must give the best to the society,” he said.

As a new ‘commander’ in the Badung tourism office, there are definitely some things that will be further sharpened by increasing cooperation and synergy with other stakeholders. “We must cooperate, so that our goal will be achieved quickly,” he said.

At least there are three things to be promoted, namely marketing, tourist attractions in each tourist destination, and bridging the tourism business sector, government, people of Badung and other components.

“I will do quick measures in accordance with the direction of the regent,” he said. Some of the breakthroughs include the development of tourism village by highlighting cultural aspect, culinary heritage, agricultural production, nature and others. For example, Carangsari village has native art show known as Tupeng Tugek (Mask).

“We will design it in such a way, so that it is really able to draw travelers with the support of all parties,” he said. This is just an example, there are surely many other things needed to be done, whether in a large or small scale project or simply maintaining and improving the quality and awareness of the public on the importance of tourism. “To that end, once again I beg to work together heading for the better condition of the Badung tourism,” he hoped.

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Gianyar Artists Awarded for Their Dedication total of 21 artists rethe Wija KuA ceived suma Art Award from

the government of Gianyar. The awards were given in a series of celebrating the 246th anniversary of Gianyar town in Gianyar Cultural Center on Wednesday (Apr. 25).

In addition to the Wija Kusuma Art Award, it was also awarded the Parama Satya Budaya for the first time to three community leaders by Gianyar Regent A.A. Gde Agung Bharata. They are I Wayan Geria (cultural maestro), Prof. Dr. I Made Bandem (maestro of traditional musician) and Prof. Dr. I Wayan Dibia, (maestro of dance). The three maestros are awarded Parama Satya Budaya because they have been proved to contribute to the discovery, research, development and preservation of sustainable culture in Gianyar district.

Head of the Gianyar Culture Agency, IGN Ngurah Wijana, said that the three maestros are considered to have been eligible to meet the criteria as the recipient of the award. They have competence or expertise in their own cultural field and are able to face various changes that may occur in carrying out their profession. “Next year, this highest award in culture will be routinely given,” explained IGN Wijana.

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21 artists receiving the awards are I Made Nada (traditional musician) from Kaja Kauh hamlet, Abianbase; Ni Ketut Suken (drama gong artist) from Kaja Kauh hamlet, Abianbase; A.A. Gede Putra Yasa (traditional musician) from Petak Kaja hamlet, Gianyar; I Ketut Cater (traditional musician) from Pinda hamlet, Saba, Blahbatuh; I Gusti Agung Suadnyana (traditional musician) from Lod Peken hamlet, Keramas Blahbatuh; and I Ketut Nala (kris dagger craftsman) from Babakan hamlet, Blahbatuh.

Besides, there are also Dewa Putu Kantor (painter) from Palak hamlet, Sukawati; I Made Subandi (traditional musician) from Buda Ireng hamlet, Batubulan Kangin; I Ketut Wirtawan (dancer) from Pekandelan hamlet, Batuan Sukawati; Dr. Ni Made Wiratini (dancer) from Sengguan

hamlet, Singapadu; I.B Panca (craftsman of perforated coin statue), from Batanancak hamlet, Mas Ubud; I Made Sukadana (dancer) from Kedewatan village, Ubud; Dewa Nyoman Wartawa (dancer) from Dauh Labak hamlet, Singakerta; and Ngakan Made Suastawa (craftsman) from Triwangsa hamlet, Bresela, Payangan.

Next, I Wayan Sukarda (traditional musician) from Satung hamlet, Buahan, Payangan; Dewa Ngakan Putu Putra Darmayasa (dancer) from Tiyingan hamlet, Bukian Payangan; Jro Nyarikan Kiyah (dancer) from Pujung Kaja hamlet, Sebatu Tegallalang; I Made Kerta (traditional musician) from Calo hamlet, Pupuan Tegallalang; I Ketut Patut (sculptor) from Sebatu Tegallalang; Dewa Ngakan Gede Suastika (performing artist) from Intek hamlet, Pejeng Tampaksiring; and I Nyoman Suteja Arimbawa (drama gong artist) from Umakuta hamlet, Pejeng Kangin, Tampaksiring.

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ism winning several awards as the best tourism promotional film attracted the attention and received praise from professional visitors at the B-Travel Exhibition in Barcelona, Spain. ​​ Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia in Madrid Yuli Mumpuni Widarso said on Tuesday (Apr. 25) that the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia screens the film of Wonderful Indonesia, alternately with the other films promoting various destinations in Indonesia.

“Screening of the film in the front of the Indonesian pavilion with the area of 50 square meters is a decisive decision because it drew the attention of Indonesian Pavilion guests with the theme ‘Wonderful Indonesia,” he said. CEO of Fira Barcelona,​​ the organizer of B-Travel, Jordi Clos Llombart, said that he was impressed with the strains of ‘Wonderful World’ songs of the Indonesian Pavilion. He also visited the Indonesian Pavilion as the first point of his visit to the international event.

The 25th edition of BTravel Exposition 2017 was followed by 1,060 tourism industries from 56 countries other than Indonesia such as Argentina, China, Ecuador, Jamaica, Germany, India, Iran, Italy, Croatia, Cuba, Kyrgyzstan, Morocco, France, Peru,

Portugal, Singapore, and Tunisia.

In addition, it is also followed by the ten provinces in Spain such as Andalusia, Catalonia, Castile and Leon, Galicia, Rioja, and Valencia that are showing off the tourism industries including the sectors of transportation, airlines, cruises, hotels, restaurants, shopping centers and travel operators.

Meanwhile, Obdulia Gonzalez Llamoc, Sales Manager of Mi Gran Viaje from Peru, said that his company is keen to establish cooperation with travel agencies from Indonesia as a member of APEC countries. In both countries are enforced visa-free facilities so that the potential and opportunities are very large.

The ambassador expected more and more travel agencies, travel operators and tourism industries from Indonesia to participate in tourism marketing activities to

increase the number of Spanish travelers visiting Indonesia.

Based on UNWTO data, in 2016 there were a total of 65,000 Spanish citizens making a visit to Indonesia, when compared to 2015 it rose four percent.

The Indonesian embassy in Madrid considered that B-Travel serves as a concrete measure in marketing tourism destinations of Indonesia to European and Latin American markets like the B-Travel denoting a strategic tourism exhibition after FITURE held every January in Madrid.

In 2016, Spain was visited by 77 million foreign travelers, an increase of 12 percent when compared to 2015 recorded to reach 66 million. The number of foreign travelers in Spain ranked second in the world after France opens an opportunity for Indonesia to promote the attractiveness of Indonesian tourism in Spain because it will not only attract Spanish travelers but also foreign travelers that are visiting Spain.

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Badung Govt Sends Sales Mission to MSME/SME Product Event overment of Badung through its tourism office continuously boosts the marketing of its tourism potential inside and outside the region as well as overseas.

Moreover, currently the Badung district sends a sales mission to participate in the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises / Small and Medium Industry (SMI) and Regional Investment 2017 in Batam.

The event taking place on May 11-14 in Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall Batam becomes the target of tourism promotion for Badung district in an effort to increase tourist visits to the region that has many beautiful beaches. Hopefully, it will be more widely known by all the people or prospective travelers that will visit Badung in particular and Bali in general.

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“To promote the tourism potential owned by the Badung district in the MSME/SMI Product Exhibition and Regional Investment 2017 in Batam, it sends eight staff and leaderships to Batam on May 10, led by the Head of the Badung Tourism Office Made Badra,” explained Ni Luh Rusmini, Promotion Section Chief of the Badung Tourism Office.

In this exhibition, the government of Badung leased two booths to display all the promotional media in the form of brochure and CD containing various tourist attractions, nature, coastal beauty, traditional art and culture in the Badung district. “The natural beauty of Bali Island, especially the Badung district remains a foremost destination for travelers wishing to enjoy the atmosphere of white sandy beaches.

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Bukit Sari Temple riendly Monkeys and huge nutmeg trees around the forest makes the holy Monkey Forest Sangeh much more attractive and more beautiful. The Holy Monkey Forest, Sangeh, and 14 hectares homogeneous Pala (nutmeg) forest, in habited by hundreds of tame monkeys. The trees cannot be found on any other part of Bali and their existence in this village remains a mystery. This is the biggest and the first monkey forest introduced as a tourism resort in

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Hopefully, the tourist visit to Bali can increase the regionally generated revenue, especially in Badung and Bali general,” hoped Rusmini.

Previously, Badung district has been doing tourism promotion to China by visiting two cities, namely Tianjin and Hohhot attended by 100 buyers coming from top travel agencies. The event showed the vivacity of Chinese citizens to vacation to Bali is very high because the Island of the God remains one of the prominent tourist destinations for this Bamboo Curtain country community.

In the meantime, the tourism promotion to Australia will be done in July 2017. Eight cities will become the target in the Kangaroo country. As for India, promotion will take place in New Delhi in August 2017.

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people from the village of Sangeh.

According to history Anak Agung Anglurah Made Karangasem Sakti, the adopted son of Raja Mengwi, Cokorda Sakti Blambangan, built Bukit Sari. Mengwi was once one of Bali’s major Kingdoms, nearby to Sangeh, only 18 km from Denpasar.

At the beginning of the 17th century the royal family of Mengwi ruled over the area Blambangan to East Java Anak Agung Anglurah

Made Karangasem Sakti had from his childhood practiced “tapa rare” a kind of meditation wherein on the state of childhood.

Thus he obtained the inspiration to build a temple in the nutmeg forest at Sangeh. To this day, the Bukit Sari temple remains as a testament to the duty and respect that the Royal Family of Mengwi pays to the Gods of Mount Agung.

Bali. The high Pala trees shade a mossy temple of Bukit Sari amidst the forest. It is a Hindu temple heritage by Mengwi Kingdom, which was build, in the 17th century.

Bukit Sari Temple In the Sangeh Monkey Forest, a protected grove of nutmeg trees where tribes of monkeys well as honored guests can be found a spacious temple known as Pura Bukit Sari Sangeh. This temple originally built by the royal family of Mengwi, and is now taken care of by the

Badung Government Tourism Office Address : Pusat Pemerintah Pemkab Badung Mangupraja Mandala Sempidi Ph. (0361) 9009271. W. www.badungkab.go.id

Kintamani or those who love to hiking or go to the F gomountainous area, Bali

is famous for its beautiful mountainous scenery. Kintamani for example. Kintamani is the most favorite tourist destinations in Bali with the active volcano of

mount Batur and beautiful lake.

Kintamani is surrounded by the captivating nature and there are six ancient villages around cauldron of Batur Lake which is often conceived by Bali Age Village. The local people from these Bali Age villages own the unique cultures, houses and life style. Kintamani Area is consisted of some Villages those are Kedisan Village, Buahan, Abang, Trunyan, Songan, South Batur, Middle Batur, North Batur, Sukawana and Kintamani Village . The total of resident in these

area are about 15 thousand who are mostly working as farmer, merchant, or work at industrial tourism.

Mount Batur is located at Kintamani and it has erupted about 24 times since year 1800 and still active up to now. Since the mount erupting, it has impacted to the local society life around this mount, like removing altar (Temple), improve or repairing the village and re-arrange the tradition. Lake Batur is the biggest lake in Bali and functioning as irrigation source to all farmers around it and it is also for all Bali society generally. Kintamani area has been founded some lodging, hotels and restaurants which are located in Kintamani and Penelokan Village.

Pucak Penulisan Temple his temple is often called fourth level sits the Ratu PenyariTegeh Temple or kan and on the sixth level the Ratu T the Pamojan Temple. This Dahatua Temple. Ultimately, on

temple serves as a place to worship Lord Shiva. At this temple, there are many relics of megalithic period up to the entry of Hindu civilization to Bali. The Pucak Penulisan Temple is located on the hill with an altitude of 1,745 meters above sea level.

This temple has a high historical value and some uniqueness which makes it different from the other temples. One of the uniqueness is the design of the temple building applying two concepts, namely the concept taken from pre-historic period as seen from the structure of the multi-storey building and the concept of the temple development reaching seven levels.

The first and second level is connected by stairs, while on the third level sits the Dana Temple and Taman Dana Temple, on the

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the seventh level (peak) sits the shrine for the veneration of Pengaruman, Piyasan and Gedong as the place to store archaeological objects. It is unclear when this temple was founded, but based on some existing relics, the temple establishment is estimated to begin in 300 AD (Bronze Age) and continued in the tenth century until the end of the Majapahit administration in 1343 AD.

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Who says that children in this era are only standing idly, consumptive or even not creative? Just have a look at their action on the cartoon illustration competition in Denpasar Art Space (DAS), Merdeka Building on Jalan Surapati, Denpasar, on Sunday (May 7). With the activity coming with tagline “Denpasar My City, My Home” students of grade 4, 5 and 6 elementary schools are able to present a number of imaginative artworks.

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ost interestingly, the competition held by the Denpasar tourism office in cooperation with the regional tourism promotion agency (BPPD) Denpasar was able to explore the potential interests and talents of children from an early age. “This cartoon illustration competition is meant to create animators in the future. We consider that aesthetics can attract the interest and talents of children in the world of cartoon illustrations to animation world,” said Cartoonist Jinggo Paramarta.

Head of the Denpasar Tourism Office, Wayan Gunawan, said that the first cartoon illustration competition is meant to promote and

bring the people of Denpasar closer since early age. It is also meant to utilize the DAS as a medium of creative works, so that they are more familiar with the works of art. “The works by the art masters of Denpasar at this DAS can be further developed by younger generation of Denpasar,” he said.

General public can visit the DAS gallery to see the works of artists of Denpasar having been exhibited. “Denpasar city will continue to prepare creative people heading for the creative economy.

This cartoon illustration competition can encourage young people to produce cartoon illustrations leading to the animation world,” Gunawan added.

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In the meantime, Chairman of the BPPD Denpasar, I.B. Gede Sidharta Putra, stated that the cartoon illustration competition followed by elementary school students in Denpasar city is an important activity to cultivate the

Amy Lingga Won a Prestigious Award from Courtyard International

love of younger generation of Denpasar city towards artistic and cultural creativity. It is also meant to maintain the brand of Denpasar city as a creative city based on culture. “We hope this activity has a positive impact on domestic and foreign tourist visit to the city of Denpasar,” he said.

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lustration competition are Putu Aditya Pratama (SD Kartika VIII Denpasar), I Putu Panji Wiweka Nanda (SDK Harapan Denpasar) and I Putu Gede Wiguna Saputra (SDN 1 Pemecutan) respectively as the first, second and third champion. The committee also set 10 nominations of consolation prize. B N (BTN/015)

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ourtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort is pleased to announce and congratulate Amy Lingga, the hotel’s Director of Sales and Marketing who won a prestigious Global award as Courtyard’s 2016 Direct Sales Leader of the Year.

Amy has been selected as the winner of this prestigious award from 1,100 Courtyard Hotels in the world.

The award ceremony was held during select service GM’s Conference in New Orleans, USA on 2April 2017 and attended more than 4,000 MarriottGMs across the world. She honored being recognized again during GM Conference in Macau last Tuesday, 25 April 2017 and this conference attended by 2,000 Marriott leaders in Asia Pacific.

“This achievement would not have been possible without the hard work of my amazing Sales & Marketing team and the entire hotel team” said Amy Lingga, Director of Sales & Marketing of

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Amy joins the Marriott family from 2 years ago and has led better positioning on the hotel’s performance in the market. She led the team to achieve award for Group & Catering Revenue against Budget in Q2 2016 all Marriott hotels in Asia Pacific.

A native Balinese, Amy was born and raised in the nation’s capital city of Jakarta where she completed her Bachelor’s Degree

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in Hotel Management at SahidInternational Institute of Tourism Management. Prior to that, she graduated with a Diploma from the island’s own SekolahTinggiPariwisata Nusa Dua. When she is not crafting Sales & Marketing strategies, Amy enjoys listening to music, reading, and travelling in her spare time.

She has two children and being a mother is her achievement of a lifetime. B N (BTN/r)

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Heart to Heart Policy

Gde Palgunadi palgunadigde@yahoo.com n environmentalist who is also one of the pioneers of the Bali tourism, I Gusti Agung Prana, some time ago said that there is something ‘forgotten’ by policymakers in this region.

They are not only in the context of government, but also entrepreneurs, community leaders, customary leaders and so on. Their command, voice or decision often has a broad impact on the community led.

“Touch their heart, subject’s heart and people’s heart. This is often forgotten,” said Prana who is also a pioneer of Sustainable Coral Foundation at Pemuteran village, Buleleng district.

Currently, the village becomes a role model on the development of tourism village whose community dynamically builds, cares for and maintains the village. With the spirit of togetherness, this foundation is able to transform Pemuteran with barren area, less participative community and destroyed coral reef into a village winning the world’s attention.

Besides, it is often used as location of comparative study to learn the management of an integrated tourism village. Various awards have been achieved, consisting of local, national, regional or global award. “This is a common pride,” said Prana.

He said that characteristic of local

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communities is hard, where they were initially difficult to accept. It is very difficult to be invited, let alone learn about the knowledge of managing sustainable tourist destination. This makes sense because people are still struggling with the urgent needs of their life. They need to eat, need to pay for living, send their children to school, health and so on.

It is called how to touch their heart, awakening them that coexistence with nature and keeping it will give a positive impact for sustainable living. The habit of fishing by killing and destroying environment should be slowly abandoned. It takes a long time and definitely a heavy struggle by involving many parties. However, ultimately the hard work bears sweet fruit. People are aware and really have a big responsibility to manage their area as a qualified tourist destination.

Not many parties do this because they often forget. “Touching the heart” of the people with the policies they need is one of the surefire measures. How to touch their interests is fundamentally a vital measure while teaching other things to support their life. There is no longer a word forcing the desire of individual or a particular group.

There are characteristics of society that must be penetrated in their own ways. Trying to be in their position is a wise first step. Frequently, the current development in Bali ignores it. What they want to build, it is precisely done.

It does not matter, whether it complies with local conditions or not, with its culture, religion or social conditions.

There is a term known as desa, kala, patra in the life of Balinese people that means place, time and circumstances. Everything must refer to the three elements above. There are customs that apply specifically at a village or known as desa mawacara.

Surely, it refers to the condition of negara mawa tata namely it is the state with its rule of law above it and regulates it.

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entral Statistics Agency (BPS) noted that Chinese travelers dominated the foreign tourists visiting Indonesia during February. Chinese travelers visiting Indonesia in February amounted to 194,365 people or 21.31 percent of the totally 957,583 foreign travelers visiting Indonesia during the period according to BPS. This was delivered on Monday (Apr. 3).

Chief of BPS, Suhariyanto, said that the visit of Chinese travelers to Indonesia increased after the introduction of new flight services from Sam Ratulangi Airport in Manado, North Sulawesi, to eight cities in China. “Many Chinese

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travelers visit North Sulawesi after the opening of direct flights from several cities in China to Sam Ratulangi. This makes them easier to visit Indonesia,” said Suhariyanto.

Chinese tourist visit to Indonesia in February of this year rose 19.9 percent from the same period last year recorded at 161,824 people. Suhariyanto explained that the number of foreign tourists visiting Indonesia during February through 19 main entrances and additional entrance, such as border crossings amounted to 957,583 travelers. In details, a total of 21.31 percent is from China, 10.60 percent (Australia), 10.48

percent (Malaysia), 9.76 percent Singapore and 4.29 percent (Japan).

When compared to the number of foreign tourists coming to Indonesia in February 2016 recorded to reach 888,310 people, the number of foreign tourists visiting Indonesia in February this year rose 7.80 percent. However, when compared to January 2017, the number declined 7.29 percent.

According to the data of BPS, a total of 863,510 foreign travelers entered Indonesia through 19 main entrances and 94,000 more through outside the main entrances such as the border crossing. The increase in tourist arrivals occurred in the main entrance of Sam Ratulangi Airport (233.49 percent) followed

by Husein Sastranegara Airport in West Java (57.36 percent) and Sultan Syarif Kasim II Riau (39.80 percent).

Meanwhile, the room occupancy rate of star-rated hotels in Indonesia in February 2017 reached an average of 52.57 percent, an increase of 0.42 point when compared to the same month in 2016 and a rise of 1.91 points when compared to the previous month. B N (BTN/ant)

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creative and rich in imagination are the atmosphere of the show entitled “Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago” taking place at Secret Garden Village on Sunday (Apr. 30). It really made the audience amazed. Collaboration of nature, culture and the art is embodied in the music of harps combined with theatrical dancer, flute, trumpet and choir so that it became very beautiful.

The supporters looked very good at composing it into a unique musical drama performance. Moreover, the stage with the setting in the middle of paddy fields right at the sunset time really became a very serious and sweet art show. During the show from 13:00 to 19:00 the audience was completely satisfied and relieved when leaving the performance stage.

‘Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago’ is the first event featuring the play of harp by Olivia Lin of Rumah Kecapi Indonesia, Gus Teja--Balinese Flute Maestro, Rio Sidik--The Indonesian Trumpeter & Singer, JCorp Dance Company--Theatrical & Acrobatic Dance, Voice of Bali Choir and Traditional Dancer. They played in a single performance.

Marcomm & Event Officer of Secret Garden Village, Sulistya, when met by Bali Travel News on Monday (May 1), said that the ‘Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago’ is one of the attentions and concerns given by the Secret Garden Village to the preservation and development of cultural wealth of Indonesia. Such an event displayed the diversity of Indonesian culture featured through music. “The musical instrument, genre to the musician getting involved indicates diversity,” he said.

Everything is combined into single unity with dance and the other arts to form the Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago. “This Twilight Symphony will become an annual event of the Secret Garden Village though coming with different theme and concept. To be sure, it still raises the theme related to education and culture presented in creative style so that it can be enjoyed relaxingly and satisfyingly,” she concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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Pacto Ltd. Group Gives Donation to SDN 3 Tengkudak through CSR The Growth of a country can be measured by the progress of its education as one of the indications. On that account, this sector does not only become the responsibility of the government and parents, but also the private sector that is expected to play a role to promote it. elebrating the 50 th anniversary of the Pacto Ltd, its subsidiary company PT. Bali Prima Holiday organized a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity by helping an educational institution SDN 3 Tengkudak elementary school, located at Penganggahan hamlet, Tengkudak, Penebel, Tabanan. The charity was given in the form of building renovation by installing ceramic floor, painting the classrooms and all public areas, providing books and shelves for students’ library and also cash donation.

“SDN 3 Tengkudak is a presidential instruction-funded school established in 1979. In the academic year of 2017, we have total of 28 pupils consisting of 16 boys and 12 girls, ranging from second

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grade to sixth grade,” said Principal of SDN 3 Tengkudak, Ni Made Suarningsih, when giving a speech and expressing her gratitude to Pacto Group for the care.

The woman who led this school since February 2017 added that Pacto Ltd. is the first private company who give attention to her school “Hopefully, Pacto Ltd. and Bali Prima Holidays will continue to lend a hand to our and other educational institutions and this can encourage other companies to actively helping to improve the quality of our education,” she added.

Meanwhile Rika Larasati, the General Manager of PT. Bali Prima Holidays, in her speech conveyed that the CSR activity is an annual agenda of Pacto Group, and this

year it is focused on education while last year was focused on tourist destinations.“Our focus this year is on the field of education. It aims to take part in advancing the education of our children towards a better future for themselves, Bali and this beloved country. That is why we are taking this field as this year’s CSR target. Hopefully, what we are doing will have a better impact on our education,” added Rika Larasati.

Chief Operating Officer of Pacto Ltd., Umberto Cadamuro, also gave his welcome. “Today is quite special for the students of SDN 3 Tengkudak because we from Pacto Ltd. Group sincerely set aside our work to help the education here as well as the teaching staffs working in this school as a gift for the future of children at this school. Teachers and principal here have a very important task because education is the future of our children, Bali and Indonesia,” he said.

“Taking this as our concern, we

alinese culture is not only beautiful, but also interesting to learn. Its uniqueness always inspires people to deepen, either for the whole or just learn the technique to strengthen the identity of the art work. This also tempts the art team of Angthong College of Dramatic Arts of Thailand, so that it came to the Island of the Gods just to visit the Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar.

The art troupe led by the Director of Angthong College of Dramatic Arts of Thailand, Witoon Poonsawad, was received by Rector of the ISI Denpasar, Prof. Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiartha, at Natya Mandala Building, on Monday (May 8). They featured traditional dance performance and traditional Thai music entitled Fon Paen telling about a couple of lover having fallen in mutual love.

Fon Paen dance is supported by two male dancers and two female dancers accompanied by Thai musician Ma Reuk Ra Rerng.

There was also a Monohra Dance telling about a flying female bird, Ramwong Loy Krathong Dance.

The last performance of the entire group consisting of 35 people invited the rector of the ISI Denpasar

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along with the ranks and students to dance together.

Director of Angthong College, Witoon Poonsawad, accompanied by one artist named Chalermchai Piromrak said that his visit to Bali, especially to the ISI Denpasar, is to get to know about Balinese culture.

“We are going to Bali to deepen Balinese art, customs and culture.

Hopefully, Balinese culture can become our inspiration in the arts,” he explained.

Rector of the ISI Denpasar, Prof Arya Sugiartha, said that Angthong College entourage also makes a visit to a number of tourist attractions in Bali. It is a form of cooperation between the ISI Denpasar and Thailand which has been quite tight. “Thailand is very

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put this initiative as a nationwide program of Pacto Ltd. Group. In 2017 as the special celebration of our 50 years in service, we are doing this program in every month for the whole year by all our offices throughout the country. Our focus this year is supporting the underprivileged schools, each month for different school in each area of our branch office” added Umberto

Cadamuro.

“However, it must be remembered there is a simple thing for children here that learning is our future because without education there will be no progress. With adequate education, I do hope the children could achieve success in the future and please do not forget to provide assistance for others in need,” he concluded. BTN (BTN/014)

Angthong College of Dramatic Arts Thailand Grave Digger at Bengkala Village Looks for Inspiration at ISI Denpasar Carried out by Mute Residents concentrated on us. After the visit by its three governors a week ago, now is the turn for one of the colleges,” said Prof. Arya.

This means that the relationship of ISI Denpasar is very close to Thailand. Moreover, ISI Denpasar manages the Faculty of Performing Arts with the drama, dance and music art study program being similar to Dramatic Arts of the Angthong College. “This art visit gives more experience to ISI Denpasar students. Hopefully, graduates of the ISI Denpasar will be in accordance with the vision of the ISI Denpasar to become reliable and excellent with the knowledge of traditional art and the ones of other countries,” he said.

He added that the students of the ISI Denpasar watching the show are expected to have comparison to the performing arts of Thailand.

“ISI Denpasar has also established cooperation with a number of countries in the world in order to realize the vision of the ISI Denpasar to go international as well as to make a visit and attend art workshops to several countries with the students,” he added. BTN (BTN/015)

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ife of mute residents at Bengkala, Kubutambahan, Buleleng, is quite unique.

Especially for men, they do not only serve as the head of the family. Some of them hereditarily dig grave at the local cemetery. It is inseparable from public belief.

Bengkala village is not strange to the ears of most people in Bali.

The village located in East Buleleng, precisely in Kubutambahan, is famous where a number of its residents are mute and deaf. Some are due to genetic factors.

When visited recently, these people do not live in one neighborhood, but scattered in a number of points. When meeting, they just communicate by using sign language. However, it is not difficult to be understood by the local people who are in normal condition.

According to village data, of the 3,027 residents, there are 43 mute and deaf people. Behind the physical limitations they possess, especially for married men has an obligation to hereditarily dig grave in case of the death of local

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resident. “Though the dead persons are mute or deaf or normal people, they will dig the grave. This has been going on for generations,” said headman of Bengkala, I Made Arpana.

The residents taking the task, he continued, amount to some 20 people. Once digging a hole, it is carried out by about five people.

This work is done in rotation. As for wages, there is no limitation, but just based on sincerity. “Normal residents can still help them while digging,” he said.

According to local stories, this uniqueness emerges from local cemetery of Bengkala village considered to be scary. This causes normal residents not to dare to dig the grave. Moreover, local people believe if the cemetery is inhabited by memedi bongol or deaf ghosts.

Faced with such conditions, mute residents are willing to lend a hand to the community to take over the job. “It is the story at issue and remains to be trusted so far,” said Arpana. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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Pepadi Denpasar Entertains Hindus in Yogyakarta he artists coalesced into the Association of Indonesian Puppeteers (Pepadi) of Denpasar Chapter presented an innovative puppet show in the Dharma Santi Nyepi 1939 in Yogyakarta city on Saturday (Apr. 29). The puppet show with the storyline of ‘Sudamala’ supported by 26 artists could give satisfaction to the Hindu devotees of Yogyakarta. They came and thronged the Santi Sesana Jagatnatha Wantilan Hall of Banguntapan, Bantul, Yogyakarta so that they could maintain social relationship with other Hindu people.

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DENPASAR In the City

Mertasari Beach

menced with the opening prologue

by I Made Kembar who conveyed a message on the women’s temperament that is much more subtly than men and their love for families is also amazing. It is just like the storyline of Sudamala featuring the story of Kunti Devi as the figure of women who loved her family, including his only favorite son namely Sahadeva.

Durga Devi who is jealous then makes a strategy to separate Kunti from her son. Through the power possessed, Durga is able to reverse the memory of Kunti Devi, so that she wants to kill her beloved son,

ertasari Beach is located facing north, unlike the Sanur Beach facing west.

So, to see the position of sunrise is not in the middle of the beach, but it emerges from the side of coastline. This beach is located on Jalan Tirta Empul, Sanur, or can be reached through Jalan Pengembak, Sanur. To access the beach can be made through Jalan Danau Poso, Sanur then turn southwards to Jalan Pengembak and straight to the beach. However, people more frequently access it through Jalan Danau Poso and then turn southward into Jalan Sekar Waru and then turn right to the T-junction and encounter a large banyan tree in the middle and then turn left. Ultimately, you will arrive on Mertasari

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hen getting bored with crowded tourist atmosphere, try to make a visit to Blahbatuh Grand Palace in Gianyar. This palace is relatively cool and can give positive aura. This palace poses the house of ancient Blahbatuh king. All materials and

Sidatapa Village

Its Traditional House Built in Tri Mandala Concept

idatapa village, Banjar, Buleleng, is not only famous for its bamboo crafts. This Bali Aga (ancient) village also has a house with a very unique development pattern, applying the concept of Tri Mandala. Sidatapa village is located close to other Bali Aga villages, namely Tigawasa, Pedawa and Cempaga. This ancient village has good agricultural potential. The panoramas are beautiful. Likewise, the business sector is quite developed. Almost all the local residents are getting involved in bamboo handicraft business, where one of them is sokasi basket.

When visiting this village some time ago, an interesting thing was seen in the building of residents. Most of the courtyard still has traditional house remaining to be well preserved in the middle of the modern architecture building with minimalist style. When observed, this house looks unique and distances the road. They are similar to one another. Their wall still uses the earth. It further adds to the classic and traditional nuance.

A local community leader, Nyoman Kader, said that the traditional house has become an ancestral heritage. The construction distances the road, where according to ancient stories it is one of the ways to protect people from the attacks of wild animals. Behind its function, the house is also designed by applying Tri Mandala concept like a temple. In the nista mandala or the outermost courtyard is location to receive guests and relatives. It is also used as rest area.

The activity of homeowners, like cooking, is carried out in madya mandala (middle courtyard). In this section also sits a furnace as a symbol of Lord Brahma. A different atmosphere is seen in the utama mandala or innermost courtyard. In addition to its highest position, this section has a spiritual function. Homeowners perform worship to their ancestors and trinity gods at this place. Inside, there are also taksu shrine and pelangkiran platform. “With these shrines, people no longer need to make penunggun karang or guardian shrine like other regions of Bali,” he said.

The worship in the traditional house is carried out on particular days, such as Galungan, Kuningan, Pagerwesi as well as full moon and new moon. In terms of its construction, this house has 12 wooden poles, called bale gajah tumpang salu. Bale is interpreted as a refuge; gajah (elephant) symbolizes ‘science,’ tumpang salu means ‘three parts.’ “The 12 pillars symbolize the strength in life,” said Kader.

Amid the proliferation of modern home development, this traditional house remains to be maintained, especially the people living at hamlet that has not been touched by modern style. It is a form of respect to the ancestors. Meanwhile, headman of Sidatapa, Putu Gede, said that other than traditional house, the village also has a sacred dance like that of Cempaga village. This ancestral heritage continues to be preserved. “The sacred dance remains to survive and so has the bamboo craft,” he said. BTN

Sahadeva. The desire is not accomplished because Sahadeva is the incarnation from the sky, namely the son of the gods. Sahadeva with his power managed to quell the cunning intention of Durga Devi. The anger of Durga Devi transforms herself into Rangda, while Sahadeva changes into Barong Ket. Both forces are fighting all out

where no one loses or wins.

Barong and Rangda are manifestation of good and bad power that always coexists. This innovative puppet combines shadow puppets, dancers with screen media as well as the touch of lighting. The gamelan was played by Agus Santiago, while the dance was directed by Gde Arcana. BTN

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Mertasari Beach is an ideal place for relaxing, while bathing, swimming or sunbathing on the white sand. In the late 1976, this beach was used to sunbathe by tourists while facing east at sunrise. When exploring the coast, we will see many travelers lying down along the white sandy beach, bathing in

sunlight or they call it sunbathing.

On certain days, Mertasari Beach will be thronged by a myriad of visitors. Moreover, on Umanis Kuningan that coincides with Sunday, it will be very crowded.

Hindu people of Bali will cross to Serangan Island to pray at Sakenan Temple. So, do not to miss this rare opportunity. BTN

Learn About Culture at Blahbatuh Grand Palace design of building are selected from the best quality, unique design and hard to imitate. On entering the royal palace area, visitors will feel different aura and taksu or divine vibration.

The palace is located at Kebon hamlet, Blahbatuh, Gianyar. Approximately, it is 18 km from Denpasar.

Now, the function is preserved as cultural art preservation. On Saturdays and Sundays or at any given time, the royal palace area is full of children preserving Balinese culture.

“We provide space for children to preserve cultural activities,” said Wayan Aksara, Spokesperson of Blahbatuh Grand Palace.

Elementary and junior high school students learn to dance, play gamelan and paint. In a certain time, there are also activities of making ritual paraphernalia. Participating children coming from various re-

gions are free of charge. “We bring in coach from the royal palace.

We want to preserve the function of royal palace as the center for art conservation and invite young people to love their ancestral culture,” said Aksara.

Meanwhile, A.A. Kakarsana, one of the descendants of the king of Blahbatuh said that Blahbatuh Royal Palace still preserves all the existing buildings. The location designed pursuant to kosala-kosali (Balinese geomancy) is still sustainable. If there is a damaged building, it is repaired in accordance with the original style.

Great, wise and dignified atmosphere can still be felt. Spatial division remains beautiful as it is divided into the outermost, middle and innermost courtyard. Originality of the building architecture remains to be well maintained. Uniquely, there is a carving motif that cannot be imitated, even though done by a skilled sculptor. Gunung Rata located in the Rajadani building (king’s room) is still original and no one can imitate it.

All the ornaments contain the philosophy of life. The material of red brick is neatly arranged to form a slash. Because of its sacredness, women who are in their period are not allowed to enter this area, and this ban is also valid for the members of royal family. A veteran of Vietnam War from America, General Tropel, has seen the architecture four times. “We once asked people to imitate the wall design, but none of them succeeded,” he said.

Jembrana Tourism’s Iconic Jegog

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The Center of Art

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Customary house of Sidatapa is built in Tri Mandala concept.

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JEMBRANA Bull-racing Center

A jegog troupe performing on their bamboo gamelan instruments.

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egog music is synonymous with Jembrana.

This traditional bamboo musical art form was first created and evolved during colonial period and seems to reflect the turmoil felt by society at that time. This oversized gamelan instrument has a sticking appearance and generates a distinctive sound that echoes the spirit of resistance and the love of competition.

The jegog came into its full glory in the 1990’s and to this day, nearly every village in Jembarana (with the exeption of of Peuatan subdistrict) has at least one if not several jogog troupes. According to the Jembrana Education Agency 2012 data there are at least 100 jegog troupes in Jembrana, 76 of which

perform regularly The government of Jembrana is very supportive of this unique musical art of Jembrana and often provides opportunities for the troupes to perform at various events in Jembrana and also by providing funds for buying bamboo when needed. Nevertheless some troupes still struggle to survive for even though they may get requests to perform, the payments offered are often far less that what they should be. Because the instruments are so large, they are hard to transport and in the case of competitiions (mebarung), there is a good chance that the instruments will become damged or broken.

To this day, many communities show great enthusiasm towards the art jegog. This gamelan instrument made from bamboo has a distinctive character of sound and can be adapted to any kinds of music. Based on a number of sources, jegog emerged around 1912 at Sebual hamlet, Dangin Tukadaya village and was pioneered by Kiang Geliduh. Originally, this bamboo instrument was used to call people to assemble or to work together. Eventually it developed into a full-blown gamelan set used in performing arts to entertain.

From its humble beginnings as a sort of gong to call people together, the art of jegog music has consistently changing with the times. Beginning with the simple form tunes played on jegog when it was first developing in the 1920’s to the “standards” established in the 1940’s. jegog continued to change. In the 1960’s jegog was used in political campaigns and in the 1980’s jegog further developed, following the musical compositions of gong kebyar and then to accompany the pendet dance. In the 1990’s even more creative compostitions were created geared more at accompanying other dances and such innovations continue to this day with jegog music incorporating world music and jazz elements. BTN Jembrana Government Office: Surapati Street No. 1 Jembrana Telp. (0365) 41210 Fax: (0365) 41010 Email: jembranatourism@yahoo.com, Website : jembranakab.go.id

Destination arrangement

Central govt disburses fund at IDR 2.5 billion Children are learning about culture at Blahbatuh Grand Palace.

People entering the palace area must pass the entrance gate with traditional architectural style. It is beautifully decorated with colorful flower garden posing the native plants to the Island of the Gods.

Likewise, the existing big trees are rare plants that grow sustainably.

“We deliberately plant the rare plants belonging to the ancestors of Balinese people. In addition to preserving, these trees can also spread positive aura,” he said.

Loji, a building to receive guests, is still solid and traditionally embellished. Beside it, there is a set of gamelan instrument commonly played by natural artists from local

village. Manual weaving activities are still done by old ladies. However, they are craftsmen living nearby the royal neighborhood.

Two sacred objects in the form of Gajah Mada mask and Ki Tunjung Tutur weapon in the form of big blowpipe and wayang gambuh make this palace become more unique. This palace is also frequented by community leaders, government officials and travelers. “We remain open for travelers who want to make a visit, but there are still certain rules to be followed,” he concluded. BTN

Gianyar Government Tourism Office Address : Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 9 Gianyar Ph. (0361) 943401 Fax. (0361) 943554 website: www.diparda.gianyarkab.go.id, www.gianyartourism.com, email: admingianyar@gianyarkab.go.id, info@gianyartourism.com

he arrangement of a number of tourist destinations in Buleleng district is planned to be rolled back this year. It follows the existence of the special allocation fund (DAK) from the central government amounting to billions of rupiahs. This physical project has entered the tender stage.

Head of the Buleleng Tourism Office, Nyoman Sutrisna, explained that the tourist destination arrangement in Buleleng is carried out continuously every year. Especially for this year, the program has received support from central government in the form of disbursement of DAK amounting to IDR 2.5 billion. As planned, it will be shared for the physical arrangement of a number of tourist destinations.

In details, they include the making of 17 changing rooms and or toilets scattered in the former harbor of Buleleng, Banjar hot spring, Sambangan, Pemuteran and Air Sanih with a total budget of IDR 1,105,000,000; the installation of garden lighting at the tourist at-

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traction of former harbor of Buleleng, Buyan and Air Sanih with a total budget of IDR 520 million. In addition, the development of supporting facilities in the form of souvenir kiosks at the former harbor of Buleleng and Pemuteran are valued at IDR 750 million, and development of tourist information center and equipment at Sambangan village with the budget of IDR 125 million.

“It is entirely obtained from the DAK fund.

It will be allocated for the arrangement of tourist destinations and some amount will be given to tourism villages,” he explained on Monday (Apr. 24). The project, he continued, has entered the tender stage. As planned, it is expected to be realized next July. “Now, it remains in tender process through direct appointment,” he explained.

Arrangement and addition of the facility are considered very important because the objects are still experiencing shortages. On the other side, the number of tourist visit is considered to be crowded, especially when holiday arrives. “Aside from the effort to cre-

ate comfort, it also serves as one of the ways to increase the number of visits,” he said.

Further, in order that the arrangement measure does not seem wasteful, the coaching of human resources in each tourist destination also rolls out. “This arrangement should be supported by the community and the management must be implemented well,” he said.

Especially for the condition of tourism village, he said to have been running well. The tourist visit is also quite crowded. Moreover, these tourist destinations are touted to have given a significant impact on the target of tourist visits set by the government every year. “To develop it, we continuously do promotion, not only through the event in the region, but also outside the region,” he said.

Based on the latest data, the number of tourism villages in Buleleng district

Lovina beach has reached ten locations. Considering its function is also important for the economic development of the community, eight more locations will be added this year. “The eight locations have been researched in collaboration with Undiksha. If they can be included in the tourism village, tourism will be more varied,” he said. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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Chef Eduardo and Farah Quinn at InterContinental Bali Resort

LOOKING BACK

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45th Anniversary, Griya Santrian Runs Very Sweetly

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Bebek Goreng Tepi Sungai”

A tender, juicy and tasty Duck At Sungai Restaurant Sthala Ubud Hotel S

ungai Restaurant one of 3 restaurant in Sthala Ubud Hotel, located alongside the beautiful Woss River, the Sthala Resort rests among the tropical landscape in Lodtunduh, Ubud and aims to offer a truly local experience. This new upscale resort was designed to focus on traditional Balinese touches while blending in with the natural surroundings of this picturesque location.

Sungai Restaurant offers Asia cuisine with Balinese touches and a range of western dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Begin the day at Sungai, our all day dining restaurant. This open air, Balinese restaurant is located atop the Wos River where a gentle breeze can be felt all day long.

Sungai offers Ala Carte breakfast with a wide variety of specialties and traditional meals to choose from Lunch and dinner is a mixture of both traditional Balinese and Western cuisines. No matter your choice of meal, Sungai promises to serve only the freshest ingredients with a personalized touch to make every meal seem specially prepared just for you.

Bebek Goreng Tepi Sungai - Headed by Chef Wayan Semudera brings you the best of famous Duck Experience with highlights of signature dishes such as ”Bebek Goreng Tepi Sungai” A tender, juicy and tasty Duck in very slow cooking with a dash of spice that can be enjoy for lunch on while taking in Sungai Restaurant.

Sthala Ubud Hotel also offer 2 other restaurants, The Naga Rooftop Bar & Lounge – features natural light and lush valley and river views. Enjoy lunch or dinner and the daily happy hour is not to be missed. And Panorama pool and Sundeck lounge – creates a relaxed alternative for lunch, light bites and cool cocktails, served up with an unforgettable backdrop, operated Monday to Sunday from 7:00 AM till 11:00 PM. B N (BTN/014)

nterContinental Bali Resort is pleased to present the talents of guest chef, Eduardo Enrique Montes Traverso, from Peru, as well as Farah Quinn, an Indonesian celebrity chef, who will be showcasing contemporary Peruvian cuisine in a series of gastronomic dinners and cooking classes.

Peruvian cuisine is fascinating and wide-ranging, reflecting the country’s three main geographical zones: the coast, the Andean highlands and the jungle. Pre-Inca and Inca staples are combined with influences from various immigrant cultures. Each region, and indeed each town, has its own local delicacies, with ingredients dependent upon landscape and climate. Potatoes are a notable staple as Peru boasts more than 3800 varieties.

Chef Eduardo began his culinary career in 2007 by getting well acquainted with the impeccable preparation of Peruvian ceviches and tiraditos at a restaurant in Lima.

By 2012, he had worked his way up through the ranks to open the celebrated Chef Jaime Pesaque’s ‘Calle del Medio Restaurant’ in Cusco, Peru, in the role of Executive Chef.

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gate is mineral or r o c k that is formed from natural geological processes over long periods of time and consists of one or several components that form into different types of quartz crystal including of course, agate.

Agates are generally formed in volcanic areas and are thus found throughout Indonesia, including Bali. Several types of agate are found in Indonesia including: ruby red agate, amethyst agate, jade, amber agate, diamond, black onyx and emerald.

It is said that wearing agate can help to connect one’s body to the earth and thus increase one’s energy. B N

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Bella Cucina Restaurant Chef Eduardo has since moved across borders, through Pesaque’s restaurant empire, as a global ambassador of Peruvian food. He proudly introduced the new concept of Peruvian cuisine to Asia in 2013 as Executive Chef of Mayta Restaurant, Hong Kong, and in 2016, he was appointed Corporate Chef of Mayta Restaurant, Dubai, bringing contemporary Peruvian food to the United Arab Emirates. His exciting menus are based on tradition, the season, and the best regional ingre-

dients.

Visitors and guests at InterContinental Bali Resort will now have the opportunity to experience a choice of events hosted by Chef Eduardo and Chef Farah, comprising two Peruvian cooking classes and a week of gastronomic wine pairing dinners, from 14th – 20th May 2017.

Morning cooking classes take place on Tuesday, 16th May 2017 and Friday, 19th May 2017, followed by lunch at Bella Cucina. B N (BTN/014)

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imple yet meaningful are the atmosphere of the celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Griya Santrian Hotel attended by staff and employees of local hotel on Thursday (May 4). Peak of the celebration held at Wantilan Restaurant was filled with the cutting of rice cone and cake by General Manager Ida Bagus Gede Sidharta Putra and then handed over to Ida Pedanda Gede Duaja Ngenjung (founder) as well as Ida Bagus Paramarta and Ida Bagus Ngurah Mudita (owner).

On that occasion, GM Sidharta Putra also handed over insurance cards for all the employees symbolically to Ida Bagus Parta, Mrs. Ance and Dodik. “I would like to thank the Committee 45 that has made this event work well. All the activities refer to the concept of Tri Hita Karana (THK), where

there are prayers, actions caring for the fellow humans and the environment,” said Ida Bagus Gede Sidharta Putra.

Griya Santrian today, continued Gusde, as he is familiarly addressed, may be said to be in a very sweet passage. Many guests got sweet memories on Balinese culture and so did the old employees. “Our competitive work productivity and branding with special character have made us survive. Personally, I wish you a happy birthday. Hopefully, you will be able to maintain this very sweet thing and can still be run,” he said.

Griya Santrian becomes a pioneer in Sanur, so that during its passage it has a moral responsibility. It does only pursue room occupancy, but also cares and pays attention to the environment

and contributes to the community.

Thus, Bali relying on cultural tourism will remain to survive. “As the recipient of the best award, we then become a leader that will disseminate to others. We will start from ourselves among the Santrian Group. After being successful and seen by people, we then disseminate it,” he said.

Chairperson of the Committee, Dewi, reported that various activities have been conducted since May 25 to the peak of the event starting from saying prayers at Melanting Temple filled with the delivery of 150 tree nurseries to customary village and then planted them. It was resumed with blood donation that could collect 50 bags of blood, cleaning blitz, the release of turtle hatchling and services to the employees that are taking a rest in the local canteen. B N (BTN/015)

Semara Arsa, Theme of Fourth Anniversary of Pramana

Experience, one P ramana of the hotel management

companies based in Ubud, Gianyar, organized its fourth anniversary on Wednesday (Apr. 26) at the head office of PT. Pramana Manajemen Internasional right on Jalan Nyuh Kuning, Nyuh Kuning hamlet, Mas, Ubud, Gianyar.

Series of the anniversary was commenced with a joint prayer, delivery of speech by Director of Pramana Experience, I Nyoman Sudirga Yusa, and I Wayan Wardika as CEO (Chief Executive Officer). It was resumed with a

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thanksgiving celebration marked with the cutting of rice cone. This celebration was attended by all managers from the entire property units under Pramana Experience covering Luxury Collection, Tapa Hotel, House & Inn as well as other invitees.

“Festive celebration of the fourth anniversary of Pramana Experience is inseparable from the support of all teams and sponsors to the event taking the theme “Semara Arsa” meaning love or sharing happiness with the fellows where with the spirit of togetherness it

could strengthen the role and run the business amid the increasingly competitive era by promoting the philosophy and concept of Pramana namely Genuine in Simplicity,” said I Nyoman Sudirga Yusa.

In a series of the anniversaries, the committee also organized blood donation, humanitarian aid to Songan Kintamani village, pilgrimage to sad kahyangan temple, and scholarship donation to foster child submitted by director, management and the owner of PT. Pramana Manajemen Internasional.

“Hopefully, when entering the fourth year of age, the Pramana Experience can become a trusted partner for all business capital owners or investors so as to create a sustainable hotel business, by promoting wisdom as well as carrying local culture supported by skilled workers and have a work ethic for the creation of harmony and loyal customers to the products / services of the hotel units under the Pramana Experience,” explained Nyoman Sudirga Yusa.

“At the age of four years, Pramana Experience already has 17 hotels spreading across Ubud and surrounding areas. This year, it will be soon opened the property in Sanur area as well as Lovina area in 2018,” added I Wayan Wardika, CEO of Pramana Experience. B N (BTN/014)

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Chef Eduardo and Farah Quinn at InterContinental Bali Resort

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Bebek Goreng Tepi Sungai”

A tender, juicy and tasty Duck At Sungai Restaurant Sthala Ubud Hotel S

ungai Restaurant one of 3 restaurant in Sthala Ubud Hotel, located alongside the beautiful Woss River, the Sthala Resort rests among the tropical landscape in Lodtunduh, Ubud and aims to offer a truly local experience. This new upscale resort was designed to focus on traditional Balinese touches while blending in with the natural surroundings of this picturesque location.

Sungai Restaurant offers Asia cuisine with Balinese touches and a range of western dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Begin the day at Sungai, our all day dining restaurant. This open air, Balinese restaurant is located atop the Wos River where a gentle breeze can be felt all day long.

Sungai offers Ala Carte breakfast with a wide variety of specialties and traditional meals to choose from Lunch and dinner is a mixture of both traditional Balinese and Western cuisines. No matter your choice of meal, Sungai promises to serve only the freshest ingredients with a personalized touch to make every meal seem specially prepared just for you.

Bebek Goreng Tepi Sungai - Headed by Chef Wayan Semudera brings you the best of famous Duck Experience with highlights of signature dishes such as ”Bebek Goreng Tepi Sungai” A tender, juicy and tasty Duck in very slow cooking with a dash of spice that can be enjoy for lunch on while taking in Sungai Restaurant.

Sthala Ubud Hotel also offer 2 other restaurants, The Naga Rooftop Bar & Lounge – features natural light and lush valley and river views. Enjoy lunch or dinner and the daily happy hour is not to be missed. And Panorama pool and Sundeck lounge – creates a relaxed alternative for lunch, light bites and cool cocktails, served up with an unforgettable backdrop, operated Monday to Sunday from 7:00 AM till 11:00 PM. B N (BTN/014)

nterContinental Bali Resort is pleased to present the talents of guest chef, Eduardo Enrique Montes Traverso, from Peru, as well as Farah Quinn, an Indonesian celebrity chef, who will be showcasing contemporary Peruvian cuisine in a series of gastronomic dinners and cooking classes.

Peruvian cuisine is fascinating and wide-ranging, reflecting the country’s three main geographical zones: the coast, the Andean highlands and the jungle. Pre-Inca and Inca staples are combined with influences from various immigrant cultures. Each region, and indeed each town, has its own local delicacies, with ingredients dependent upon landscape and climate. Potatoes are a notable staple as Peru boasts more than 3800 varieties.

Chef Eduardo began his culinary career in 2007 by getting well acquainted with the impeccable preparation of Peruvian ceviches and tiraditos at a restaurant in Lima.

By 2012, he had worked his way up through the ranks to open the celebrated Chef Jaime Pesaque’s ‘Calle del Medio Restaurant’ in Cusco, Peru, in the role of Executive Chef.

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Agates are generally formed in volcanic areas and are thus found throughout Indonesia, including Bali. Several types of agate are found in Indonesia including: ruby red agate, amethyst agate, jade, amber agate, diamond, black onyx and emerald.

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Bella Cucina Restaurant Chef Eduardo has since moved across borders, through Pesaque’s restaurant empire, as a global ambassador of Peruvian food. He proudly introduced the new concept of Peruvian cuisine to Asia in 2013 as Executive Chef of Mayta Restaurant, Hong Kong, and in 2016, he was appointed Corporate Chef of Mayta Restaurant, Dubai, bringing contemporary Peruvian food to the United Arab Emirates. His exciting menus are based on tradition, the season, and the best regional ingre-

dients.

Visitors and guests at InterContinental Bali Resort will now have the opportunity to experience a choice of events hosted by Chef Eduardo and Chef Farah, comprising two Peruvian cooking classes and a week of gastronomic wine pairing dinners, from 14th – 20th May 2017.

Morning cooking classes take place on Tuesday, 16th May 2017 and Friday, 19th May 2017, followed by lunch at Bella Cucina. B N (BTN/014)

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imple yet meaningful are the atmosphere of the celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Griya Santrian Hotel attended by staff and employees of local hotel on Thursday (May 4). Peak of the celebration held at Wantilan Restaurant was filled with the cutting of rice cone and cake by General Manager Ida Bagus Gede Sidharta Putra and then handed over to Ida Pedanda Gede Duaja Ngenjung (founder) as well as Ida Bagus Paramarta and Ida Bagus Ngurah Mudita (owner).

On that occasion, GM Sidharta Putra also handed over insurance cards for all the employees symbolically to Ida Bagus Parta, Mrs. Ance and Dodik. “I would like to thank the Committee 45 that has made this event work well. All the activities refer to the concept of Tri Hita Karana (THK), where

there are prayers, actions caring for the fellow humans and the environment,” said Ida Bagus Gede Sidharta Putra.

Griya Santrian today, continued Gusde, as he is familiarly addressed, may be said to be in a very sweet passage. Many guests got sweet memories on Balinese culture and so did the old employees. “Our competitive work productivity and branding with special character have made us survive. Personally, I wish you a happy birthday. Hopefully, you will be able to maintain this very sweet thing and can still be run,” he said.

Griya Santrian becomes a pioneer in Sanur, so that during its passage it has a moral responsibility. It does only pursue room occupancy, but also cares and pays attention to the environment

and contributes to the community.

Thus, Bali relying on cultural tourism will remain to survive. “As the recipient of the best award, we then become a leader that will disseminate to others. We will start from ourselves among the Santrian Group. After being successful and seen by people, we then disseminate it,” he said.

Chairperson of the Committee, Dewi, reported that various activities have been conducted since May 25 to the peak of the event starting from saying prayers at Melanting Temple filled with the delivery of 150 tree nurseries to customary village and then planted them. It was resumed with blood donation that could collect 50 bags of blood, cleaning blitz, the release of turtle hatchling and services to the employees that are taking a rest in the local canteen. B N (BTN/015)

Semara Arsa, Theme of Fourth Anniversary of Pramana

Experience, one P ramana of the hotel management

companies based in Ubud, Gianyar, organized its fourth anniversary on Wednesday (Apr. 26) at the head office of PT. Pramana Manajemen Internasional right on Jalan Nyuh Kuning, Nyuh Kuning hamlet, Mas, Ubud, Gianyar.

Series of the anniversary was commenced with a joint prayer, delivery of speech by Director of Pramana Experience, I Nyoman Sudirga Yusa, and I Wayan Wardika as CEO (Chief Executive Officer). It was resumed with a

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thanksgiving celebration marked with the cutting of rice cone. This celebration was attended by all managers from the entire property units under Pramana Experience covering Luxury Collection, Tapa Hotel, House & Inn as well as other invitees.

“Festive celebration of the fourth anniversary of Pramana Experience is inseparable from the support of all teams and sponsors to the event taking the theme “Semara Arsa” meaning love or sharing happiness with the fellows where with the spirit of togetherness it

could strengthen the role and run the business amid the increasingly competitive era by promoting the philosophy and concept of Pramana namely Genuine in Simplicity,” said I Nyoman Sudirga Yusa.

In a series of the anniversaries, the committee also organized blood donation, humanitarian aid to Songan Kintamani village, pilgrimage to sad kahyangan temple, and scholarship donation to foster child submitted by director, management and the owner of PT. Pramana Manajemen Internasional.

“Hopefully, when entering the fourth year of age, the Pramana Experience can become a trusted partner for all business capital owners or investors so as to create a sustainable hotel business, by promoting wisdom as well as carrying local culture supported by skilled workers and have a work ethic for the creation of harmony and loyal customers to the products / services of the hotel units under the Pramana Experience,” explained Nyoman Sudirga Yusa.

“At the age of four years, Pramana Experience already has 17 hotels spreading across Ubud and surrounding areas. This year, it will be soon opened the property in Sanur area as well as Lovina area in 2018,” added I Wayan Wardika, CEO of Pramana Experience. B N (BTN/014)

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Pepadi Denpasar Entertains Hindus in Yogyakarta he artists coalesced into the Association of Indonesian Puppeteers (Pepadi) of Denpasar Chapter presented an innovative puppet show in the Dharma Santi Nyepi 1939 in Yogyakarta city on Saturday (Apr. 29). The puppet show with the storyline of ‘Sudamala’ supported by 26 artists could give satisfaction to the Hindu devotees of Yogyakarta. They came and thronged the Santi Sesana Jagatnatha Wantilan Hall of Banguntapan, Bantul, Yogyakarta so that they could maintain social relationship with other Hindu people.

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DENPASAR In the City

Mertasari Beach

menced with the opening prologue

by I Made Kembar who conveyed a message on the women’s temperament that is much more subtly than men and their love for families is also amazing. It is just like the storyline of Sudamala featuring the story of Kunti Devi as the figure of women who loved her family, including his only favorite son namely Sahadeva.

Durga Devi who is jealous then makes a strategy to separate Kunti from her son. Through the power possessed, Durga is able to reverse the memory of Kunti Devi, so that she wants to kill her beloved son,

ertasari Beach is located facing north, unlike the Sanur Beach facing west.

So, to see the position of sunrise is not in the middle of the beach, but it emerges from the side of coastline. This beach is located on Jalan Tirta Empul, Sanur, or can be reached through Jalan Pengembak, Sanur. To access the beach can be made through Jalan Danau Poso, Sanur then turn southwards to Jalan Pengembak and straight to the beach. However, people more frequently access it through Jalan Danau Poso and then turn southward into Jalan Sekar Waru and then turn right to the T-junction and encounter a large banyan tree in the middle and then turn left. Ultimately, you will arrive on Mertasari

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hen getting bored with crowded tourist atmosphere, try to make a visit to Blahbatuh Grand Palace in Gianyar. This palace is relatively cool and can give positive aura. This palace poses the house of ancient Blahbatuh king. All materials and

Sidatapa Village

Its Traditional House Built in Tri Mandala Concept

idatapa village, Banjar, Buleleng, is not only famous for its bamboo crafts. This Bali Aga (ancient) village also has a house with a very unique development pattern, applying the concept of Tri Mandala. Sidatapa village is located close to other Bali Aga villages, namely Tigawasa, Pedawa and Cempaga. This ancient village has good agricultural potential. The panoramas are beautiful. Likewise, the business sector is quite developed. Almost all the local residents are getting involved in bamboo handicraft business, where one of them is sokasi basket.

When visiting this village some time ago, an interesting thing was seen in the building of residents. Most of the courtyard still has traditional house remaining to be well preserved in the middle of the modern architecture building with minimalist style. When observed, this house looks unique and distances the road. They are similar to one another. Their wall still uses the earth. It further adds to the classic and traditional nuance.

A local community leader, Nyoman Kader, said that the traditional house has become an ancestral heritage. The construction distances the road, where according to ancient stories it is one of the ways to protect people from the attacks of wild animals. Behind its function, the house is also designed by applying Tri Mandala concept like a temple. In the nista mandala or the outermost courtyard is location to receive guests and relatives. It is also used as rest area.

The activity of homeowners, like cooking, is carried out in madya mandala (middle courtyard). In this section also sits a furnace as a symbol of Lord Brahma. A different atmosphere is seen in the utama mandala or innermost courtyard. In addition to its highest position, this section has a spiritual function. Homeowners perform worship to their ancestors and trinity gods at this place. Inside, there are also taksu shrine and pelangkiran platform. “With these shrines, people no longer need to make penunggun karang or guardian shrine like other regions of Bali,” he said.

The worship in the traditional house is carried out on particular days, such as Galungan, Kuningan, Pagerwesi as well as full moon and new moon. In terms of its construction, this house has 12 wooden poles, called bale gajah tumpang salu. Bale is interpreted as a refuge; gajah (elephant) symbolizes ‘science,’ tumpang salu means ‘three parts.’ “The 12 pillars symbolize the strength in life,” said Kader.

Amid the proliferation of modern home development, this traditional house remains to be maintained, especially the people living at hamlet that has not been touched by modern style. It is a form of respect to the ancestors. Meanwhile, headman of Sidatapa, Putu Gede, said that other than traditional house, the village also has a sacred dance like that of Cempaga village. This ancestral heritage continues to be preserved. “The sacred dance remains to survive and so has the bamboo craft,” he said. BTN

Sahadeva. The desire is not accomplished because Sahadeva is the incarnation from the sky, namely the son of the gods. Sahadeva with his power managed to quell the cunning intention of Durga Devi. The anger of Durga Devi transforms herself into Rangda, while Sahadeva changes into Barong Ket. Both forces are fighting all out

where no one loses or wins.

Barong and Rangda are manifestation of good and bad power that always coexists. This innovative puppet combines shadow puppets, dancers with screen media as well as the touch of lighting. The gamelan was played by Agus Santiago, while the dance was directed by Gde Arcana. BTN

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Mertasari Beach is an ideal place for relaxing, while bathing, swimming or sunbathing on the white sand. In the late 1976, this beach was used to sunbathe by tourists while facing east at sunrise. When exploring the coast, we will see many travelers lying down along the white sandy beach, bathing in

sunlight or they call it sunbathing.

On certain days, Mertasari Beach will be thronged by a myriad of visitors. Moreover, on Umanis Kuningan that coincides with Sunday, it will be very crowded.

Hindu people of Bali will cross to Serangan Island to pray at Sakenan Temple. So, do not to miss this rare opportunity. BTN

Learn About Culture at Blahbatuh Grand Palace design of building are selected from the best quality, unique design and hard to imitate. On entering the royal palace area, visitors will feel different aura and taksu or divine vibration.

The palace is located at Kebon hamlet, Blahbatuh, Gianyar. Approximately, it is 18 km from Denpasar.

Now, the function is preserved as cultural art preservation. On Saturdays and Sundays or at any given time, the royal palace area is full of children preserving Balinese culture.

“We provide space for children to preserve cultural activities,” said Wayan Aksara, Spokesperson of Blahbatuh Grand Palace.

Elementary and junior high school students learn to dance, play gamelan and paint. In a certain time, there are also activities of making ritual paraphernalia. Participating children coming from various re-

gions are free of charge. “We bring in coach from the royal palace.

We want to preserve the function of royal palace as the center for art conservation and invite young people to love their ancestral culture,” said Aksara.

Meanwhile, A.A. Kakarsana, one of the descendants of the king of Blahbatuh said that Blahbatuh Royal Palace still preserves all the existing buildings. The location designed pursuant to kosala-kosali (Balinese geomancy) is still sustainable. If there is a damaged building, it is repaired in accordance with the original style.

Great, wise and dignified atmosphere can still be felt. Spatial division remains beautiful as it is divided into the outermost, middle and innermost courtyard. Originality of the building architecture remains to be well maintained. Uniquely, there is a carving motif that cannot be imitated, even though done by a skilled sculptor. Gunung Rata located in the Rajadani building (king’s room) is still original and no one can imitate it.

All the ornaments contain the philosophy of life. The material of red brick is neatly arranged to form a slash. Because of its sacredness, women who are in their period are not allowed to enter this area, and this ban is also valid for the members of royal family. A veteran of Vietnam War from America, General Tropel, has seen the architecture four times. “We once asked people to imitate the wall design, but none of them succeeded,” he said.

Jembrana Tourism’s Iconic Jegog

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Denpasar Government Tourism Office : Address; Jl. Surapati No. 7 Denpasar, Ph. (0361) 234569, 223602, 231422 Fax. (0361) 223602 http://pariwisata.denpasarkota.go.id

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Customary house of Sidatapa is built in Tri Mandala concept.

Buleleng Government Office: Pahlawan Street 1st Singaraja, Bali - Indonesia Ph. (0362) 21146, Email: humasbuleleng@yahoo.com, Website : www.bulelengkab.go.id

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A jegog troupe performing on their bamboo gamelan instruments.

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egog music is synonymous with Jembrana.

This traditional bamboo musical art form was first created and evolved during colonial period and seems to reflect the turmoil felt by society at that time. This oversized gamelan instrument has a sticking appearance and generates a distinctive sound that echoes the spirit of resistance and the love of competition.

The jegog came into its full glory in the 1990’s and to this day, nearly every village in Jembarana (with the exeption of of Peuatan subdistrict) has at least one if not several jogog troupes. According to the Jembrana Education Agency 2012 data there are at least 100 jegog troupes in Jembrana, 76 of which

perform regularly The government of Jembrana is very supportive of this unique musical art of Jembrana and often provides opportunities for the troupes to perform at various events in Jembrana and also by providing funds for buying bamboo when needed. Nevertheless some troupes still struggle to survive for even though they may get requests to perform, the payments offered are often far less that what they should be. Because the instruments are so large, they are hard to transport and in the case of competitiions (mebarung), there is a good chance that the instruments will become damged or broken.

To this day, many communities show great enthusiasm towards the art jegog. This gamelan instrument made from bamboo has a distinctive character of sound and can be adapted to any kinds of music. Based on a number of sources, jegog emerged around 1912 at Sebual hamlet, Dangin Tukadaya village and was pioneered by Kiang Geliduh. Originally, this bamboo instrument was used to call people to assemble or to work together. Eventually it developed into a full-blown gamelan set used in performing arts to entertain.

From its humble beginnings as a sort of gong to call people together, the art of jegog music has consistently changing with the times. Beginning with the simple form tunes played on jegog when it was first developing in the 1920’s to the “standards” established in the 1940’s. jegog continued to change. In the 1960’s jegog was used in political campaigns and in the 1980’s jegog further developed, following the musical compositions of gong kebyar and then to accompany the pendet dance. In the 1990’s even more creative compostitions were created geared more at accompanying other dances and such innovations continue to this day with jegog music incorporating world music and jazz elements. BTN Jembrana Government Office: Surapati Street No. 1 Jembrana Telp. (0365) 41210 Fax: (0365) 41010 Email: jembranatourism@yahoo.com, Website : jembranakab.go.id

Destination arrangement

Central govt disburses fund at IDR 2.5 billion Children are learning about culture at Blahbatuh Grand Palace.

People entering the palace area must pass the entrance gate with traditional architectural style. It is beautifully decorated with colorful flower garden posing the native plants to the Island of the Gods.

Likewise, the existing big trees are rare plants that grow sustainably.

“We deliberately plant the rare plants belonging to the ancestors of Balinese people. In addition to preserving, these trees can also spread positive aura,” he said.

Loji, a building to receive guests, is still solid and traditionally embellished. Beside it, there is a set of gamelan instrument commonly played by natural artists from local

village. Manual weaving activities are still done by old ladies. However, they are craftsmen living nearby the royal neighborhood.

Two sacred objects in the form of Gajah Mada mask and Ki Tunjung Tutur weapon in the form of big blowpipe and wayang gambuh make this palace become more unique. This palace is also frequented by community leaders, government officials and travelers. “We remain open for travelers who want to make a visit, but there are still certain rules to be followed,” he concluded. BTN

Gianyar Government Tourism Office Address : Jl. Ngurah Rai No. 9 Gianyar Ph. (0361) 943401 Fax. (0361) 943554 website: www.diparda.gianyarkab.go.id, www.gianyartourism.com, email: admingianyar@gianyarkab.go.id, info@gianyartourism.com

he arrangement of a number of tourist destinations in Buleleng district is planned to be rolled back this year. It follows the existence of the special allocation fund (DAK) from the central government amounting to billions of rupiahs. This physical project has entered the tender stage.

Head of the Buleleng Tourism Office, Nyoman Sutrisna, explained that the tourist destination arrangement in Buleleng is carried out continuously every year. Especially for this year, the program has received support from central government in the form of disbursement of DAK amounting to IDR 2.5 billion. As planned, it will be shared for the physical arrangement of a number of tourist destinations.

In details, they include the making of 17 changing rooms and or toilets scattered in the former harbor of Buleleng, Banjar hot spring, Sambangan, Pemuteran and Air Sanih with a total budget of IDR 1,105,000,000; the installation of garden lighting at the tourist at-

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traction of former harbor of Buleleng, Buyan and Air Sanih with a total budget of IDR 520 million. In addition, the development of supporting facilities in the form of souvenir kiosks at the former harbor of Buleleng and Pemuteran are valued at IDR 750 million, and development of tourist information center and equipment at Sambangan village with the budget of IDR 125 million.

“It is entirely obtained from the DAK fund.

It will be allocated for the arrangement of tourist destinations and some amount will be given to tourism villages,” he explained on Monday (Apr. 24). The project, he continued, has entered the tender stage. As planned, it is expected to be realized next July. “Now, it remains in tender process through direct appointment,” he explained.

Arrangement and addition of the facility are considered very important because the objects are still experiencing shortages. On the other side, the number of tourist visit is considered to be crowded, especially when holiday arrives. “Aside from the effort to cre-

ate comfort, it also serves as one of the ways to increase the number of visits,” he said.

Further, in order that the arrangement measure does not seem wasteful, the coaching of human resources in each tourist destination also rolls out. “This arrangement should be supported by the community and the management must be implemented well,” he said.

Especially for the condition of tourism village, he said to have been running well. The tourist visit is also quite crowded. Moreover, these tourist destinations are touted to have given a significant impact on the target of tourist visits set by the government every year. “To develop it, we continuously do promotion, not only through the event in the region, but also outside the region,” he said.

Based on the latest data, the number of tourism villages in Buleleng district

Lovina beach has reached ten locations. Considering its function is also important for the economic development of the community, eight more locations will be added this year. “The eight locations have been researched in collaboration with Undiksha. If they can be included in the tourism village, tourism will be more varied,” he said. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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Pacto Ltd. Group Gives Donation to SDN 3 Tengkudak through CSR The Growth of a country can be measured by the progress of its education as one of the indications. On that account, this sector does not only become the responsibility of the government and parents, but also the private sector that is expected to play a role to promote it. elebrating the 50 th anniversary of the Pacto Ltd, its subsidiary company PT. Bali Prima Holiday organized a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity by helping an educational institution SDN 3 Tengkudak elementary school, located at Penganggahan hamlet, Tengkudak, Penebel, Tabanan. The charity was given in the form of building renovation by installing ceramic floor, painting the classrooms and all public areas, providing books and shelves for students’ library and also cash donation.

“SDN 3 Tengkudak is a presidential instruction-funded school established in 1979. In the academic year of 2017, we have total of 28 pupils consisting of 16 boys and 12 girls, ranging from second

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grade to sixth grade,” said Principal of SDN 3 Tengkudak, Ni Made Suarningsih, when giving a speech and expressing her gratitude to Pacto Group for the care.

The woman who led this school since February 2017 added that Pacto Ltd. is the first private company who give attention to her school “Hopefully, Pacto Ltd. and Bali Prima Holidays will continue to lend a hand to our and other educational institutions and this can encourage other companies to actively helping to improve the quality of our education,” she added.

Meanwhile Rika Larasati, the General Manager of PT. Bali Prima Holidays, in her speech conveyed that the CSR activity is an annual agenda of Pacto Group, and this

year it is focused on education while last year was focused on tourist destinations.“Our focus this year is on the field of education. It aims to take part in advancing the education of our children towards a better future for themselves, Bali and this beloved country. That is why we are taking this field as this year’s CSR target. Hopefully, what we are doing will have a better impact on our education,” added Rika Larasati.

Chief Operating Officer of Pacto Ltd., Umberto Cadamuro, also gave his welcome. “Today is quite special for the students of SDN 3 Tengkudak because we from Pacto Ltd. Group sincerely set aside our work to help the education here as well as the teaching staffs working in this school as a gift for the future of children at this school. Teachers and principal here have a very important task because education is the future of our children, Bali and Indonesia,” he said.

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alinese culture is not only beautiful, but also interesting to learn. Its uniqueness always inspires people to deepen, either for the whole or just learn the technique to strengthen the identity of the art work. This also tempts the art team of Angthong College of Dramatic Arts of Thailand, so that it came to the Island of the Gods just to visit the Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar.

The art troupe led by the Director of Angthong College of Dramatic Arts of Thailand, Witoon Poonsawad, was received by Rector of the ISI Denpasar, Prof. Dr. I Gede Arya Sugiartha, at Natya Mandala Building, on Monday (May 8). They featured traditional dance performance and traditional Thai music entitled Fon Paen telling about a couple of lover having fallen in mutual love.

Fon Paen dance is supported by two male dancers and two female dancers accompanied by Thai musician Ma Reuk Ra Rerng.

There was also a Monohra Dance telling about a flying female bird, Ramwong Loy Krathong Dance.

The last performance of the entire group consisting of 35 people invited the rector of the ISI Denpasar

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along with the ranks and students to dance together.

Director of Angthong College, Witoon Poonsawad, accompanied by one artist named Chalermchai Piromrak said that his visit to Bali, especially to the ISI Denpasar, is to get to know about Balinese culture.

“We are going to Bali to deepen Balinese art, customs and culture.

Hopefully, Balinese culture can become our inspiration in the arts,” he explained.

Rector of the ISI Denpasar, Prof Arya Sugiartha, said that Angthong College entourage also makes a visit to a number of tourist attractions in Bali. It is a form of cooperation between the ISI Denpasar and Thailand which has been quite tight. “Thailand is very

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put this initiative as a nationwide program of Pacto Ltd. Group. In 2017 as the special celebration of our 50 years in service, we are doing this program in every month for the whole year by all our offices throughout the country. Our focus this year is supporting the underprivileged schools, each month for different school in each area of our branch office” added Umberto

Cadamuro.

“However, it must be remembered there is a simple thing for children here that learning is our future because without education there will be no progress. With adequate education, I do hope the children could achieve success in the future and please do not forget to provide assistance for others in need,” he concluded. BTN (BTN/014)

Angthong College of Dramatic Arts Thailand Grave Digger at Bengkala Village Looks for Inspiration at ISI Denpasar Carried out by Mute Residents concentrated on us. After the visit by its three governors a week ago, now is the turn for one of the colleges,” said Prof. Arya.

This means that the relationship of ISI Denpasar is very close to Thailand. Moreover, ISI Denpasar manages the Faculty of Performing Arts with the drama, dance and music art study program being similar to Dramatic Arts of the Angthong College. “This art visit gives more experience to ISI Denpasar students. Hopefully, graduates of the ISI Denpasar will be in accordance with the vision of the ISI Denpasar to become reliable and excellent with the knowledge of traditional art and the ones of other countries,” he said.

He added that the students of the ISI Denpasar watching the show are expected to have comparison to the performing arts of Thailand.

“ISI Denpasar has also established cooperation with a number of countries in the world in order to realize the vision of the ISI Denpasar to go international as well as to make a visit and attend art workshops to several countries with the students,” he added. BTN (BTN/015)

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ife of mute residents at Bengkala, Kubutambahan, Buleleng, is quite unique.

Especially for men, they do not only serve as the head of the family. Some of them hereditarily dig grave at the local cemetery. It is inseparable from public belief.

Bengkala village is not strange to the ears of most people in Bali.

The village located in East Buleleng, precisely in Kubutambahan, is famous where a number of its residents are mute and deaf. Some are due to genetic factors.

When visited recently, these people do not live in one neighborhood, but scattered in a number of points. When meeting, they just communicate by using sign language. However, it is not difficult to be understood by the local people who are in normal condition.

According to village data, of the 3,027 residents, there are 43 mute and deaf people. Behind the physical limitations they possess, especially for married men has an obligation to hereditarily dig grave in case of the death of local

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resident. “Though the dead persons are mute or deaf or normal people, they will dig the grave. This has been going on for generations,” said headman of Bengkala, I Made Arpana.

The residents taking the task, he continued, amount to some 20 people. Once digging a hole, it is carried out by about five people.

This work is done in rotation. As for wages, there is no limitation, but just based on sincerity. “Normal residents can still help them while digging,” he said.

According to local stories, this uniqueness emerges from local cemetery of Bengkala village considered to be scary. This causes normal residents not to dare to dig the grave. Moreover, local people believe if the cemetery is inhabited by memedi bongol or deaf ghosts.

Faced with such conditions, mute residents are willing to lend a hand to the community to take over the job. “It is the story at issue and remains to be trusted so far,” said Arpana. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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Heart to Heart Policy

Gde Palgunadi palgunadigde@yahoo.com n environmentalist who is also one of the pioneers of the Bali tourism, I Gusti Agung Prana, some time ago said that there is something ‘forgotten’ by policymakers in this region.

They are not only in the context of government, but also entrepreneurs, community leaders, customary leaders and so on. Their command, voice or decision often has a broad impact on the community led.

“Touch their heart, subject’s heart and people’s heart. This is often forgotten,” said Prana who is also a pioneer of Sustainable Coral Foundation at Pemuteran village, Buleleng district.

Currently, the village becomes a role model on the development of tourism village whose community dynamically builds, cares for and maintains the village. With the spirit of togetherness, this foundation is able to transform Pemuteran with barren area, less participative community and destroyed coral reef into a village winning the world’s attention.

Besides, it is often used as location of comparative study to learn the management of an integrated tourism village. Various awards have been achieved, consisting of local, national, regional or global award. “This is a common pride,” said Prana.

He said that characteristic of local

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communities is hard, where they were initially difficult to accept. It is very difficult to be invited, let alone learn about the knowledge of managing sustainable tourist destination. This makes sense because people are still struggling with the urgent needs of their life. They need to eat, need to pay for living, send their children to school, health and so on.

It is called how to touch their heart, awakening them that coexistence with nature and keeping it will give a positive impact for sustainable living. The habit of fishing by killing and destroying environment should be slowly abandoned. It takes a long time and definitely a heavy struggle by involving many parties. However, ultimately the hard work bears sweet fruit. People are aware and really have a big responsibility to manage their area as a qualified tourist destination.

Not many parties do this because they often forget. “Touching the heart” of the people with the policies they need is one of the surefire measures. How to touch their interests is fundamentally a vital measure while teaching other things to support their life. There is no longer a word forcing the desire of individual or a particular group.

There are characteristics of society that must be penetrated in their own ways. Trying to be in their position is a wise first step. Frequently, the current development in Bali ignores it. What they want to build, it is precisely done.

It does not matter, whether it complies with local conditions or not, with its culture, religion or social conditions.

There is a term known as desa, kala, patra in the life of Balinese people that means place, time and circumstances. Everything must refer to the three elements above. There are customs that apply specifically at a village or known as desa mawacara.

Surely, it refers to the condition of negara mawa tata namely it is the state with its rule of law above it and regulates it.

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entral Statistics Agency (BPS) noted that Chinese travelers dominated the foreign tourists visiting Indonesia during February. Chinese travelers visiting Indonesia in February amounted to 194,365 people or 21.31 percent of the totally 957,583 foreign travelers visiting Indonesia during the period according to BPS. This was delivered on Monday (Apr. 3).

Chief of BPS, Suhariyanto, said that the visit of Chinese travelers to Indonesia increased after the introduction of new flight services from Sam Ratulangi Airport in Manado, North Sulawesi, to eight cities in China. “Many Chinese

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travelers visit North Sulawesi after the opening of direct flights from several cities in China to Sam Ratulangi. This makes them easier to visit Indonesia,” said Suhariyanto.

Chinese tourist visit to Indonesia in February of this year rose 19.9 percent from the same period last year recorded at 161,824 people. Suhariyanto explained that the number of foreign tourists visiting Indonesia during February through 19 main entrances and additional entrance, such as border crossings amounted to 957,583 travelers. In details, a total of 21.31 percent is from China, 10.60 percent (Australia), 10.48

percent (Malaysia), 9.76 percent Singapore and 4.29 percent (Japan).

When compared to the number of foreign tourists coming to Indonesia in February 2016 recorded to reach 888,310 people, the number of foreign tourists visiting Indonesia in February this year rose 7.80 percent. However, when compared to January 2017, the number declined 7.29 percent.

According to the data of BPS, a total of 863,510 foreign travelers entered Indonesia through 19 main entrances and 94,000 more through outside the main entrances such as the border crossing. The increase in tourist arrivals occurred in the main entrance of Sam Ratulangi Airport (233.49 percent) followed

by Husein Sastranegara Airport in West Java (57.36 percent) and Sultan Syarif Kasim II Riau (39.80 percent).

Meanwhile, the room occupancy rate of star-rated hotels in Indonesia in February 2017 reached an average of 52.57 percent, an increase of 0.42 point when compared to the same month in 2016 and a rise of 1.91 points when compared to the previous month. B N (BTN/ant)

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creative and rich in imagination are the atmosphere of the show entitled “Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago” taking place at Secret Garden Village on Sunday (Apr. 30). It really made the audience amazed. Collaboration of nature, culture and the art is embodied in the music of harps combined with theatrical dancer, flute, trumpet and choir so that it became very beautiful.

The supporters looked very good at composing it into a unique musical drama performance. Moreover, the stage with the setting in the middle of paddy fields right at the sunset time really became a very serious and sweet art show. During the show from 13:00 to 19:00 the audience was completely satisfied and relieved when leaving the performance stage.

‘Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago’ is the first event featuring the play of harp by Olivia Lin of Rumah Kecapi Indonesia, Gus Teja--Balinese Flute Maestro, Rio Sidik--The Indonesian Trumpeter & Singer, JCorp Dance Company--Theatrical & Acrobatic Dance, Voice of Bali Choir and Traditional Dancer. They played in a single performance.

Marcomm & Event Officer of Secret Garden Village, Sulistya, when met by Bali Travel News on Monday (May 1), said that the ‘Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago’ is one of the attentions and concerns given by the Secret Garden Village to the preservation and development of cultural wealth of Indonesia. Such an event displayed the diversity of Indonesian culture featured through music. “The musical instrument, genre to the musician getting involved indicates diversity,” he said.

Everything is combined into single unity with dance and the other arts to form the Twilight Symphony - Sounds of Archipelago. “This Twilight Symphony will become an annual event of the Secret Garden Village though coming with different theme and concept. To be sure, it still raises the theme related to education and culture presented in creative style so that it can be enjoyed relaxingly and satisfyingly,” she concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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Who says that children in this era are only standing idly, consumptive or even not creative? Just have a look at their action on the cartoon illustration competition in Denpasar Art Space (DAS), Merdeka Building on Jalan Surapati, Denpasar, on Sunday (May 7). With the activity coming with tagline “Denpasar My City, My Home” students of grade 4, 5 and 6 elementary schools are able to present a number of imaginative artworks.

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ost interestingly, the competition held by the Denpasar tourism office in cooperation with the regional tourism promotion agency (BPPD) Denpasar was able to explore the potential interests and talents of children from an early age. “This cartoon illustration competition is meant to create animators in the future. We consider that aesthetics can attract the interest and talents of children in the world of cartoon illustrations to animation world,” said Cartoonist Jinggo Paramarta.

Head of the Denpasar Tourism Office, Wayan Gunawan, said that the first cartoon illustration competition is meant to promote and

bring the people of Denpasar closer since early age. It is also meant to utilize the DAS as a medium of creative works, so that they are more familiar with the works of art. “The works by the art masters of Denpasar at this DAS can be further developed by younger generation of Denpasar,” he said.

General public can visit the DAS gallery to see the works of artists of Denpasar having been exhibited. “Denpasar city will continue to prepare creative people heading for the creative economy.

This cartoon illustration competition can encourage young people to produce cartoon illustrations leading to the animation world,” Gunawan added.

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love of younger generation of Denpasar city towards artistic and cultural creativity. It is also meant to maintain the brand of Denpasar city as a creative city based on culture. “We hope this activity has a positive impact on domestic and foreign tourist visit to the city of Denpasar,” he said.

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lustration competition are Putu Aditya Pratama (SD Kartika VIII Denpasar), I Putu Panji Wiweka Nanda (SDK Harapan Denpasar) and I Putu Gede Wiguna Saputra (SDN 1 Pemecutan) respectively as the first, second and third champion. The committee also set 10 nominations of consolation prize. B N (BTN/015)

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ourtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort is pleased to announce and congratulate Amy Lingga, the hotel’s Director of Sales and Marketing who won a prestigious Global award as Courtyard’s 2016 Direct Sales Leader of the Year.

Amy has been selected as the winner of this prestigious award from 1,100 Courtyard Hotels in the world.

The award ceremony was held during select service GM’s Conference in New Orleans, USA on 2April 2017 and attended more than 4,000 MarriottGMs across the world. She honored being recognized again during GM Conference in Macau last Tuesday, 25 April 2017 and this conference attended by 2,000 Marriott leaders in Asia Pacific.

“This achievement would not have been possible without the hard work of my amazing Sales & Marketing team and the entire hotel team” said Amy Lingga, Director of Sales & Marketing of

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Amy joins the Marriott family from 2 years ago and has led better positioning on the hotel’s performance in the market. She led the team to achieve award for Group & Catering Revenue against Budget in Q2 2016 all Marriott hotels in Asia Pacific.

A native Balinese, Amy was born and raised in the nation’s capital city of Jakarta where she completed her Bachelor’s Degree

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in Hotel Management at SahidInternational Institute of Tourism Management. Prior to that, she graduated with a Diploma from the island’s own SekolahTinggiPariwisata Nusa Dua. When she is not crafting Sales & Marketing strategies, Amy enjoys listening to music, reading, and travelling in her spare time.

She has two children and being a mother is her achievement of a lifetime. B N (BTN/r)

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Made Badra

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aving occupied various agencies, such as the mining, livestock and fishery agency, finally Made Badra is appointed to fill in his latest post as the Head of the Badung Tourism Office. Many people consider this position is the most appropriate. Why? There are many reasons.

Among other things, this man is living in the heart of the Kuta tourist resort as a resident of Pande Mas hamlet, Kuta. Another reason, he has graduated his education in tourism studies. Thus, it is very appropriate for him. To him, wherever devoting, one must totally and consistently work for the benefit of

society. “Wherever placed, surely we must give the best to the society,” he said.

As a new ‘commander’ in the Badung tourism office, there are definitely some things that will be further sharpened by increasing cooperation and synergy with other stakeholders. “We must cooperate, so that our goal will be achieved quickly,” he said.

At least there are three things to be promoted, namely marketing, tourist attractions in each tourist destination, and bridging the tourism business sector, government, people of Badung and other components.

“I will do quick measures in accordance with the direction of the regent,” he said. Some of the breakthroughs include the development of tourism village by highlighting cultural aspect, culinary heritage, agricultural production, nature and others. For example, Carangsari village has native art show known as Tupeng Tugek (Mask).

“We will design it in such a way, so that it is really able to draw travelers with the support of all parties,” he said. This is just an example, there are surely many other things needed to be done, whether in a large or small scale project or simply maintaining and improving the quality and awareness of the public on the importance of tourism. “To that end, once again I beg to work together heading for the better condition of the Badung tourism,” he hoped.

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Gianyar Artists Awarded for Their Dedication total of 21 artists rethe Wija KuA ceived suma Art Award from

the government of Gianyar. The awards were given in a series of celebrating the 246th anniversary of Gianyar town in Gianyar Cultural Center on Wednesday (Apr. 25).

In addition to the Wija Kusuma Art Award, it was also awarded the Parama Satya Budaya for the first time to three community leaders by Gianyar Regent A.A. Gde Agung Bharata. They are I Wayan Geria (cultural maestro), Prof. Dr. I Made Bandem (maestro of traditional musician) and Prof. Dr. I Wayan Dibia, (maestro of dance). The three maestros are awarded Parama Satya Budaya because they have been proved to contribute to the discovery, research, development and preservation of sustainable culture in Gianyar district.

Head of the Gianyar Culture Agency, IGN Ngurah Wijana, said that the three maestros are considered to have been eligible to meet the criteria as the recipient of the award. They have competence or expertise in their own cultural field and are able to face various changes that may occur in carrying out their profession. “Next year, this highest award in culture will be routinely given,” explained IGN Wijana.

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21 artists receiving the awards are I Made Nada (traditional musician) from Kaja Kauh hamlet, Abianbase; Ni Ketut Suken (drama gong artist) from Kaja Kauh hamlet, Abianbase; A.A. Gede Putra Yasa (traditional musician) from Petak Kaja hamlet, Gianyar; I Ketut Cater (traditional musician) from Pinda hamlet, Saba, Blahbatuh; I Gusti Agung Suadnyana (traditional musician) from Lod Peken hamlet, Keramas Blahbatuh; and I Ketut Nala (kris dagger craftsman) from Babakan hamlet, Blahbatuh.

Besides, there are also Dewa Putu Kantor (painter) from Palak hamlet, Sukawati; I Made Subandi (traditional musician) from Buda Ireng hamlet, Batubulan Kangin; I Ketut Wirtawan (dancer) from Pekandelan hamlet, Batuan Sukawati; Dr. Ni Made Wiratini (dancer) from Sengguan

hamlet, Singapadu; I.B Panca (craftsman of perforated coin statue), from Batanancak hamlet, Mas Ubud; I Made Sukadana (dancer) from Kedewatan village, Ubud; Dewa Nyoman Wartawa (dancer) from Dauh Labak hamlet, Singakerta; and Ngakan Made Suastawa (craftsman) from Triwangsa hamlet, Bresela, Payangan.

Next, I Wayan Sukarda (traditional musician) from Satung hamlet, Buahan, Payangan; Dewa Ngakan Putu Putra Darmayasa (dancer) from Tiyingan hamlet, Bukian Payangan; Jro Nyarikan Kiyah (dancer) from Pujung Kaja hamlet, Sebatu Tegallalang; I Made Kerta (traditional musician) from Calo hamlet, Pupuan Tegallalang; I Ketut Patut (sculptor) from Sebatu Tegallalang; Dewa Ngakan Gede Suastika (performing artist) from Intek hamlet, Pejeng Tampaksiring; and I Nyoman Suteja Arimbawa (drama gong artist) from Umakuta hamlet, Pejeng Kangin, Tampaksiring.

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Wonderful Indonesia Draws Attention in Barcelona promotional film W isof aIndonesian tour-

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ism winning several awards as the best tourism promotional film attracted the attention and received praise from professional visitors at the B-Travel Exhibition in Barcelona, Spain. ​​ Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia in Madrid Yuli Mumpuni Widarso said on Tuesday (Apr. 25) that the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia screens the film of Wonderful Indonesia, alternately with the other films promoting various destinations in Indonesia.

“Screening of the film in the front of the Indonesian pavilion with the area of 50 square meters is a decisive decision because it drew the attention of Indonesian Pavilion guests with the theme ‘Wonderful Indonesia,” he said. CEO of Fira Barcelona,​​ the organizer of B-Travel, Jordi Clos Llombart, said that he was impressed with the strains of ‘Wonderful World’ songs of the Indonesian Pavilion. He also visited the Indonesian Pavilion as the first point of his visit to the international event.

The 25th edition of BTravel Exposition 2017 was followed by 1,060 tourism industries from 56 countries other than Indonesia such as Argentina, China, Ecuador, Jamaica, Germany, India, Iran, Italy, Croatia, Cuba, Kyrgyzstan, Morocco, France, Peru,

Portugal, Singapore, and Tunisia.

In addition, it is also followed by the ten provinces in Spain such as Andalusia, Catalonia, Castile and Leon, Galicia, Rioja, and Valencia that are showing off the tourism industries including the sectors of transportation, airlines, cruises, hotels, restaurants, shopping centers and travel operators.

Meanwhile, Obdulia Gonzalez Llamoc, Sales Manager of Mi Gran Viaje from Peru, said that his company is keen to establish cooperation with travel agencies from Indonesia as a member of APEC countries. In both countries are enforced visa-free facilities so that the potential and opportunities are very large.

The ambassador expected more and more travel agencies, travel operators and tourism industries from Indonesia to participate in tourism marketing activities to

increase the number of Spanish travelers visiting Indonesia.

Based on UNWTO data, in 2016 there were a total of 65,000 Spanish citizens making a visit to Indonesia, when compared to 2015 it rose four percent.

The Indonesian embassy in Madrid considered that B-Travel serves as a concrete measure in marketing tourism destinations of Indonesia to European and Latin American markets like the B-Travel denoting a strategic tourism exhibition after FITURE held every January in Madrid.

In 2016, Spain was visited by 77 million foreign travelers, an increase of 12 percent when compared to 2015 recorded to reach 66 million. The number of foreign travelers in Spain ranked second in the world after France opens an opportunity for Indonesia to promote the attractiveness of Indonesian tourism in Spain because it will not only attract Spanish travelers but also foreign travelers that are visiting Spain.

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Badung Govt Sends Sales Mission to MSME/SME Product Event overment of Badung through its tourism office continuously boosts the marketing of its tourism potential inside and outside the region as well as overseas.

Moreover, currently the Badung district sends a sales mission to participate in the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises / Small and Medium Industry (SMI) and Regional Investment 2017 in Batam.

The event taking place on May 11-14 in Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall Batam becomes the target of tourism promotion for Badung district in an effort to increase tourist visits to the region that has many beautiful beaches. Hopefully, it will be more widely known by all the people or prospective travelers that will visit Badung in particular and Bali in general.

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“To promote the tourism potential owned by the Badung district in the MSME/SMI Product Exhibition and Regional Investment 2017 in Batam, it sends eight staff and leaderships to Batam on May 10, led by the Head of the Badung Tourism Office Made Badra,” explained Ni Luh Rusmini, Promotion Section Chief of the Badung Tourism Office.

In this exhibition, the government of Badung leased two booths to display all the promotional media in the form of brochure and CD containing various tourist attractions, nature, coastal beauty, traditional art and culture in the Badung district. “The natural beauty of Bali Island, especially the Badung district remains a foremost destination for travelers wishing to enjoy the atmosphere of white sandy beaches.

Monkey Forest Sangeh

Bukit Sari Temple riendly Monkeys and huge nutmeg trees around the forest makes the holy Monkey Forest Sangeh much more attractive and more beautiful. The Holy Monkey Forest, Sangeh, and 14 hectares homogeneous Pala (nutmeg) forest, in habited by hundreds of tame monkeys. The trees cannot be found on any other part of Bali and their existence in this village remains a mystery. This is the biggest and the first monkey forest introduced as a tourism resort in

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Hopefully, the tourist visit to Bali can increase the regionally generated revenue, especially in Badung and Bali general,” hoped Rusmini.

Previously, Badung district has been doing tourism promotion to China by visiting two cities, namely Tianjin and Hohhot attended by 100 buyers coming from top travel agencies. The event showed the vivacity of Chinese citizens to vacation to Bali is very high because the Island of the God remains one of the prominent tourist destinations for this Bamboo Curtain country community.

In the meantime, the tourism promotion to Australia will be done in July 2017. Eight cities will become the target in the Kangaroo country. As for India, promotion will take place in New Delhi in August 2017.

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people from the village of Sangeh.

According to history Anak Agung Anglurah Made Karangasem Sakti, the adopted son of Raja Mengwi, Cokorda Sakti Blambangan, built Bukit Sari. Mengwi was once one of Bali’s major Kingdoms, nearby to Sangeh, only 18 km from Denpasar.

At the beginning of the 17th century the royal family of Mengwi ruled over the area Blambangan to East Java Anak Agung Anglurah

Made Karangasem Sakti had from his childhood practiced “tapa rare” a kind of meditation wherein on the state of childhood.

Thus he obtained the inspiration to build a temple in the nutmeg forest at Sangeh. To this day, the Bukit Sari temple remains as a testament to the duty and respect that the Royal Family of Mengwi pays to the Gods of Mount Agung.

Bali. The high Pala trees shade a mossy temple of Bukit Sari amidst the forest. It is a Hindu temple heritage by Mengwi Kingdom, which was build, in the 17th century.

Bukit Sari Temple In the Sangeh Monkey Forest, a protected grove of nutmeg trees where tribes of monkeys well as honored guests can be found a spacious temple known as Pura Bukit Sari Sangeh. This temple originally built by the royal family of Mengwi, and is now taken care of by the

Badung Government Tourism Office Address : Pusat Pemerintah Pemkab Badung Mangupraja Mandala Sempidi Ph. (0361) 9009271. W. www.badungkab.go.id

Kintamani or those who love to hiking or go to the F gomountainous area, Bali

is famous for its beautiful mountainous scenery. Kintamani for example. Kintamani is the most favorite tourist destinations in Bali with the active volcano of

mount Batur and beautiful lake.

Kintamani is surrounded by the captivating nature and there are six ancient villages around cauldron of Batur Lake which is often conceived by Bali Age Village. The local people from these Bali Age villages own the unique cultures, houses and life style. Kintamani Area is consisted of some Villages those are Kedisan Village, Buahan, Abang, Trunyan, Songan, South Batur, Middle Batur, North Batur, Sukawana and Kintamani Village . The total of resident in these

area are about 15 thousand who are mostly working as farmer, merchant, or work at industrial tourism.

Mount Batur is located at Kintamani and it has erupted about 24 times since year 1800 and still active up to now. Since the mount erupting, it has impacted to the local society life around this mount, like removing altar (Temple), improve or repairing the village and re-arrange the tradition. Lake Batur is the biggest lake in Bali and functioning as irrigation source to all farmers around it and it is also for all Bali society generally. Kintamani area has been founded some lodging, hotels and restaurants which are located in Kintamani and Penelokan Village.

Pucak Penulisan Temple his temple is often called fourth level sits the Ratu PenyariTegeh Temple or kan and on the sixth level the Ratu T the Pamojan Temple. This Dahatua Temple. Ultimately, on

temple serves as a place to worship Lord Shiva. At this temple, there are many relics of megalithic period up to the entry of Hindu civilization to Bali. The Pucak Penulisan Temple is located on the hill with an altitude of 1,745 meters above sea level.

This temple has a high historical value and some uniqueness which makes it different from the other temples. One of the uniqueness is the design of the temple building applying two concepts, namely the concept taken from pre-historic period as seen from the structure of the multi-storey building and the concept of the temple development reaching seven levels.

The first and second level is connected by stairs, while on the third level sits the Dana Temple and Taman Dana Temple, on the

Bangli Government Tourism Office : Jl. Sriwijaya No. 23 Bangli Ph. (0366) 91537. W. www.banglikab.go.id

the seventh level (peak) sits the shrine for the veneration of Pengaruman, Piyasan and Gedong as the place to store archaeological objects. It is unclear when this temple was founded, but based on some existing relics, the temple establishment is estimated to begin in 300 AD (Bronze Age) and continued in the tenth century until the end of the Majapahit administration in 1343 AD.

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Tumpek Krulut, Gamelan Ritual to Praise Lord Ishvara

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indus in Bali celebrate Tumpek Krulut ritual every six months or 210 days. The nearest one falls on Saniscara Kliwon Krulut or Saturday (May 20). It is often referred to as the piodalan or anniversary of gamelan instrument because the Hindus in Bali perform ritual for the sound device with beautiful sound and divine vibration.

Prof. Dr. I Made Surada, a lecturer of Hindu Dharma State

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Institute (IHDN) Denpasar, said that literally krulut is derived from the word lulut meaning ‘love, affection.’ At that time, the Hindus hold ceremonies for all kinds of gamelan instrument, worshiping God in his manifestation as Lord Ishvara. “Tumpek Krulut is really dedicated to Lord Ishvara who is believed to be the deity of sound in the music or gamelan art,” he explained.

At this ceremony, the Hindus put offerings for gamelan, ranging from gong kebyar, semara pagul-

ingan, gong gede, kebua, gender and other gamelan. “With this ritual, people invoke that gamelan can function and provide a sense of beauty and balance in the art considering that life is inseparable from the sense of beauty,” he added.

In this age, affection is often associated with Valentine’s Day. Hindus in Bali actually have a day of love celebrated every six months. “The ritual is intended to remind people of loving each other so that there is a sense of happi-

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ness, calmness and prosperity.

Without a happy life and mutual love, the purpose of life cannot be achieved. In India, this celebration is associated with the Day of Raksa Bandan which is similar to Valentine’s Day,” he explained.

He said that interpreting the ceremony of Tumpek Krulut inwardly means that it is dedicated to Lord Ishvara contained in the speech of man, human utterance so that human is called to exist. Humans are characterized by sound.

When humans communicate to others, it is dominated by sounds.

“So, there is a proverb saying munyi ane madasar terus diingat (logical utterances will always be remembered),” he said.

Utterances can also harm human self if spoken carelessly. Moreover, it can result in death. Instead, a good utterance can make friends and something useful. Interpreting the Tumpek Krulut ritual is not only on the gamelan alone or the external matters. The most important is the awareness of the utterances stating the existence of people.

Hinduism clearly states: wasista nimitanta menemu pati (utterances can result in death), nimitanta wasista menemu mitra (utterances lead you to get a friend) and wasista nimitanta manemu laksmi (utterances lead you to find happiness).

Implementation of Tumpek Krulut ritual is adapted to desa kala patra (location, time and circumstance). At a boarding house,

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it is enough to offer offerings in the platform shrine while at home can be put in triple-chamber shrine because the Hindus believe in Bhatara Hyang Guru. Elsewhere is determined by semaya (agreement) such as at village temple or wherever possible. Most importantly, it is carried out with sincerity. “As long as there is balance inside and outside, we can enthrone the deity of gamelan inside,” he added.

That is the way of the Hindus to interpret the ceremony in order to help provide bliss for the individual self as well as the objects honored with the ceremony. “Please bear in mind, on the Tumpek Krulut devotees do not adore gamelan, but dedicate devotion to the deity of gamelan so that it could function, give beauty and benefit humans,” he concluded.

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i Kadek Sukma Apti Pertiwi and Putu Dipta Priyatna were selected as Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar Tourism Ambassador 2017. They were de-termined as the winners after successfully showing off their capability in grand final of the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar in the open stage of Gianyar Cultural Center on Saturday (Apr. 29).

The selection with the theme Dika Bhawana Duta Pusaka was opened by Regent of Gianyar, A.A. Gde Agung Bharata. It was enlivened with performance by the singers of the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar, fashion show and comedy

by Susi and friends. It was spectacularly designed by the alumni of the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar. All the

activities were arranged by JegegBagus Gianyar coalesced into the in the Jegeg - Bagus Gianyar Friends (Sejebag).

Participants of the Jegeg - Bagus were assessed by nine juries.

“At the beginning of the selection until the grand final, these two finalists are indeed able to answer all the questions of the jury panel.

They are able to set aside 10 couples of finalists who have the best capability,” said the Head of the Gianyar Tourism Office, A.A. Ari Brahmanta, after the event.

Selection of the Jegeg - Bagus Tourism Ambassador of Gianyar, explained Ari Brahmanta, is a media to enhance the role of young people in building Gianyar. This event can be used as a medium

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of creativity and spirit of young generation to be more professional.

“The theme is meant to encourage the glory of Gianyar as Heritage City that is able to preserve culture.

Ultimately, this event can contri bute to local tourism development,” he explained.

Putu Dipta Priyatna said that after being chosen as the Bagus of Gianyar 2017, in the future, he will participate in developing the tourism of Gianyar in order to be useful for the residents of Gianyar. Similarly, the Jegeg of Gianyar 2017, Ni Kadek Sukma Apti Pertiwi, will try to do the best in a similar event in Bali province.

“I will do my best for Gianyar in the future,” said this Jegeg from Tegallalang.

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lungkung Tourism Office launched the Klungkung Tourism application to facilitate travelers to know about the tourism potential owned

by Klungkung. This android based application could have been accessed and downloaded since last week. As scheduled, it will be officially launched to coincide with the opening of Semarapura Festival III on Friday (Apr. 28).

Head of the Klungkung Tourism Office, I Nengah Sukasta, said that

Klungkung Tourism application is an android - based application of the tourism office. This application is created to make it easier for travelers to access all the information about Klungkung. “The application has just been programmed a week ago, and now it can be downloaded by android users,” he said on Wednesday (Apr. 26).

He explained that Klungkung tourism application provides information ranging from tourist objects, culinary spot, cultural

heritages to tourist accommodation such as cottage and restaurants throughout Klungkung. Since it was first launched, the tourism office gradually disseminates the application through tourist guides escorting their guests to some popular tourist attractions in Klungkung such as Kertha Gosa and Goa Lawah.

“This application will be officially launched at the opening of Semarapura Festival on April 28.

However, it has begun to be disseminated to travelers. Our officers have informed tourist guides to be further forwarded to travelers. Hopefully, this can maximize tourist promotion in Klungkung,” added Sukasta.

With the launch of the Klungkung tourism application, his agency targets tourist arrivals to Klungkung to increase from year to year. Based on the data of the Klungkung tourism office, in 2015 tourist arrival to Klungkung district reached 372,051 people and this number increased in 2016. In the meantime, until March 2017, the number of tourist arrival in Klungkung reached 108,290 people.

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The Sunset Hotel Donates 24 Bags of Blood he Sunset Hotel Bali held a social event in the form of blood donation on Friday (May 5). This humanity activity was followed by staff, hotel employees, travel agencies and residents around the hotel environment. From the social action, the committee could collect a total of 24 bags of blood from the target of 20 bags. “The donors are very vivacious. However, many of them are not eligible so that they are rejected by the officials,” said Vivi, the committee chairperson.

According to Vivi, the regular blood donation activity held every year is a series of the sixth anniversary of The Sunset Hotel Bali.

“This blood donation is the beginning of a series of events that we will organize. Another activity is

staff outing and caring about the environment. We are going to make this celebration festive and full of togetherness at the peak falling on June 1,” he said.

General Manager of The Sunset Hotel Bali, Gede Kusuma Wirawan, confirmed that the hotel regularly holds social activities.

Amid their busy activities of serving guests, they are still making their time for social activities.

They are ranging from the visit to orphanage, environmental cleanup, blood donation and other activities. “Although we are small, we are very concerned with the environment. This activity is a part of the Tri Hita Karana concept application as an effort to keep Bali as cultural tourism,” he said.

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Inauguration of IHGMA Karangasem

Margarana Memorial Park n November 20, 1946, there was an all-out battle of the armed forces of the Republic of Indonesia against the Dutch colonialist at Kelaci Hamlet, Marga Village, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel I Gusti Ngurah Rai. The battle is better known as the war of Puputan Margarana. I Gusti Ngurah Rai along with all his troops was killed in the battle and all the ashes of the national great heroes are buried here. This memorial park is some 25 km from Denpasar or 13 km from the town of Tabanan. In this temple, we can see some documents such as the letter of I Gusti Ngurah Rai together all the members of the army known as the Ciung Wanara that never wanted to compromise or surrender to the invaders.

Tabanan Government Tourism, Art and Cultural Office Address : Jln. Gunung Agung No. 1 Tabanan, Ph./Fax. (0361) 811602

Graced with Fun Bike, Home Refurbishment and Free Treatment he Indonesia Hotel General Manager Association (IHGMA) of Bali Chapter inaugurated the management of IHGMA Karangasem on Saturday (Apr. 29). The

inauguration coupled with the first IHGMA’s anniversary was filled with various activities, such as fun bike, house refurbishment, free medical treatment and signing ceremony of MOU with Monarch

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and LSPR. The event was witnessed by Regent of Karangasem, I Gusti Ayu Mas Sumatri, and attended also by the President of Central Executive Board of IHGMA Reza Sunardi and Secretary General Christian Gumala, IHGMA of Bali Chapter ranks, Panca Rudolf Sarungu, as Vice Chairman of IT Affairs as well as Central GIPI (Indonesian Tourism Industry Association).

Regent Ayu Mas Sumatri expressed her gratitude to the IHGMA Karangasem for organizing a fun bike event that can help promote Karangasem tourism being developed. The 7-km long route of fun bike started from Tirta Gangga to SME Center Building where the event was held. A total of 150 participants consisting of

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hotel and villa general managers joined the cycling activity.

The Fun Bike was opened by IHGMA President, Reza Sunardi, and Chairman of IHGMA Bali, I Nyoman Astama. This activity aims to assist the Karangasem government in promoting tourism with the tagline ‘The Spirit of Bali.’ “This event also involves 26 students from London School Public Relation (LSPR) Jakarta that are currently being trained at several hotel members of the central IHGMA and IHGMA Bali,”

said Deputy Chairman of IHGMA Bali, I Made Ramia Adnyana.

Other than fun bike, the committee also held the other activities like house refurbishment and free medical treatment for disadvantaged people in cooperation with Dr. Rommy Associate, the IHGMA was officially established on April 200, 2016 and currently has 22 chapters from Sumatera to Papua.

There are a total of 800 members consisting of hotel and villa managers and general managers spreading across Indonesia.

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accessible at low tide. During high water the rock takes on the appearance of a large boat at sea, such is its shape. Poisonous snakes live in the nearby caves to ‘guard’ the temple and contribute to the temple’s dangerous reputation. Sunset is the best time to visit Tanah lot, when the golden red skies frame the temple and waves crash into the rocks. It is advisable to avoid the tourist crush here as it can be severe.

Second, Sunset Terrace. Sunset Terrace is one place in Tanah Lot area provides the perfect setting to create the unforgettable moment of sunset. With beautiful panorama, you could enjoy luxurious breakfast and lunch. You could relax with your favorite meal or beverages also you could enjoy the panorama of Tanah Lot Temple Tanah Lot Temple here’s no shortage of great places to visit in Tanah Lot, but if you’re looking for the really special places, you can find these within easy travel distance of your place. Tanah Lot’s a great place for sightseeing at convenient distances. The best places are easy to find, and you can take your pick from a range of

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when the water was of tide. In the area of Sunset Terrace, from heigt place above the rock, you could enjoy the panorama of sunset while you enjoy your meal or beverages, that provided by booths which selling the famous beverages in Tanah Lot thats called fresh coconut water or “Kelapa Muda” and the other beverages.

Third, Enjung Galuh. The most appropriate place and nice to see the amazing sights is from Enjung Galuh site. The place is located in the west or right of the Tanah lot tample. From there you can see the temple from a distance and also beautiful sunset. Experience impossible to forget. You can enjoy the beautiful romantic moment on the sunset time at Tanah Lot while having a tropical coconut drink which is available to be served on your request. It is the favorite place to visit in Bali where many tourist from local and international has visited it.

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alinese community has a special fruit salad or what the so-called rujak. It is made of fresh fruits mixed with a selection of spices to produce a distinctive flavor. At least, there are three flavors used in the sauce namely spicy, sweet and sour. There are many different types of fruit salad whose name adapted to the fruit used as the main

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fantastic experiences and sights: First, Tanah Lot Temple. The temple Pura Tanah Lot, simple in its construction, is dramatic in its ocean-front location and is one of the main temples in the worship of Balinese gods. Tanah Lot has a long history in the world of tourism. The temple itself is built on a small promontory which is only

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m o n g thousands of sacred dances in Bali, some of which have been rarely displayed like the Legong Sri Sedana. However, on Tuesday (Apr. 25) this rare dance was presented again by a number of girls during the peak of Ngusaba Dalem procession at Dalem Gede Temple of Peliatan customary village. Legong Sri Sedana dance The ceremony did not only attract the attention of residents of local village but also photographers and cameramen from various regions. Legong Sri Sedana dance is different from the other dances. The dance performed by village girls is dedicated to welcome the coming down of Goddess Sri Sedana denoting the goddess of fertility and prosperity.

Chief of the dance studio, A.A. Gde Oka Dalem, said that Legong Sri Sedana is performed by three main dancers. They consist of two dancers playing as Goddess Sri and God Sedana and a dancer as a Condong.

In addition to these three main dancers, there are also dozens of dancers serve as royal servant -- in this case the ritual paraphernalia attendant.“Legong Sri Sedana is staged in a series of special or main ceremony as at the peak of this Ngusaba Dalem ritual at Dalem Gede Peliatan,” he said.

Furthermore, he revealed that Legong Sri Sedana is danced with meaningful and powerful body movements. In addition to gamelan, this dance is also accompanied by songs brought by housewives and singers.

“When dancing, these girls are believed to be the embodiment of Goddess Sri and angels,” he added.

This cosmic dance is also a symbol of world rotation that attracts the power of the gods and the universe. It is presented with the hope that God is delighted to give blessings in the form of soil fertility and people’s prosperity.

This dance also illustrates that fertility and prosperity are identical to agriculture.

Moreover, so far when the agricultural land in Bali has experienced land conversion, the worship of the Goddess of Prosperity continues.

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ingredient. One of them is Balinese pomelo salad or rujak juwuk Bali. This ingredient or usually called jerungga in Balinese is liked best by many people.

In the heat of the sun, this fruit salad is in demand because it produces water tasting sweet mixed with sour.

Its lovers are very diverse as well such as children, teenagers, parents to toothless grandparents. When

squeezed, it will produce water tasting fresh. The salad is prepared by adding sauces onto the ingredient.

Salad of this type is usually sold in roadside modest stalls characterized by the presence of a pestle and mortar on the table. To prepare it, the outer skin of the pomelo should be peeled out. Then, the flesh is removed from the inner skin. Prepare appropriate sauces according to taste. By and large, the sauces in use consist of tamarind paste, shrimp paste, salt and chili to taste. Then, it is added with sweetener like palm sugar. Having mixed, stir them well to produce good flavor.

Formerly, people prepared mixed salads with young banana tree, belonging to stony banana variety. Its sauce was also very simple, so that it helped digestion in the stomach smoother. Unfortunately, the Balinese pomelo is increasingly rare today so that it is very difficult to find the bigger ones. Now, it is brought in from Java and other regions in the archipelago. As information, Balinese pomelo has a dark green skin and red flesh. When being unripe, it will taste sour, but after turning perfectly ripe it will taste sweet.

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Conveniently located in the middle of Sunset Road; the veins of Bali for shopping, entertainments and business area. Think Asia brings a fun and comfy ambience with wooden vintage

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décor. It is a perfect place to hang out.

Adopts noodle bar concept, Think Asia offers more than fifteen (15) noodle creation from Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Cantonese, Shanghai and Indonesia. Think Asia use a homemade fresh noodle. The appetizer starts with Lumpia Semarang to Pork Chinese Spring Roll. The Chef’s recommendations are Beef/Pork Pho, Tom Yum and Plecing Noodle. Beside of the Chef recommendation, Think Asia also has Prawn Laksa Noodle soup. Mie Aceh

Kuah or Mongolian Pork Noodle for other option. Some rice selections are also available on the menu. Meal price starts from IDR 29.000 to IDR 79.000. Beer, coffees and fresh juice are available from IDR 15.000 to IDR 35.000.

Think Asia seriously intend to claim the reputation as one of best noodle bar with competitive price.

Open for 24 hours – 7 days a week, a perfect place for supper after a fun & exciting evening. With maximum capacity of 60 seat, Think Asia also open for a provate function, social gathering or to celebrate a special occasions.

After a renovation, Adhi Jaya Sunset hotel has a new look and bring new color and concept to hotel face, feels a resort in urban area. Offers 55 of Deluxe Terrace, 16 of Deluxe Pool and 2 Executive Suite, Adhi Jaya Sunset Hotel completed with MICE facilities, Adhi Jaya restaurant, Think Asia Noodle Bar, laps communal swimming pool and spacious parking area. The hotel recommended for group or free independent traveler; perfectly design for leisure and business. For more information; pleace visit www.adhijayasunsethotel.com or email to info@adhijayasunsethotel.com.

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“Matekap” Resembles Riding fancy Car Tourist Activity in Taman Sari Buwana

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etekap, ploughing rice field using cows by Balinese farmer become an interesting sight for the tourists.

This activity also becomes one of their favorite during their holiday in Bali. Not only taking pictures, the tourists often take part in doing it. This is what the tourists are doing in the Taman Sari Buwana Eco Tourism which is located in Subak Klasem, Banjar Beng Kaja, Tunjuk Village Tabanan. In this place, the tourists can do many farming activities such as Metekap. Eventough only being guided by the farmer, the tourists are very happy.

The farmer can transform the tourist into a famer, similar to them. Many activities can be joined by the tourists such as making offerings and its paraphernalia such as klatkat, klangsah and tipat.

The activities can be done in the house of the locals in the village.

The tourists are also must take part in teaching foreign language to the children especially those studying in the elementary school.

After that, the tourists will be taken to the rice field of Subak Klasem where they will experience to be a farmer. The tourists must wear farmer costume complete with the capil kukus (the hat the resemble a cone), then they

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elegant. A real smart hotel it is a popular location choice amongst travellers in Seminyak. Each room has deluxe bathroom design, Amenities Drawer, Safe Deposit,

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Tourists are doing Metekap can start to metekap. “For the tourists, metekap is like riding a fancy car,” the Head of Taman Sari Bu-

wana Eco Tourism said.

Metekap is using traditional tools such as Uga which is to tie

the cows and Tengala and Lampit to plough the land. “This activity is actually started to be forgotten by the local farmer due to the development of technology but the tourist live it very much,” Buana explained.

The tourists are also being introduced by the activity called Nuludin. This is when the famer make the soil even and then continued by Nandur which is planting the paddy backwards. The farmer starts to plant to on the left, two on the bottom and two on the right. “The tourist often amazed by this technique,” he said. This process obviously will make the tourist exhausted so they will be taken to look for coconut by

memongkod of climbing the tree.

If they don’t want to do it then they must use a long stick to get it. After that they will drink the water and eat the flesh.

Then, during lunch time, the farmer will take the tourists to do Ngebet Sela or picking cassava.

It will be grilled using firewood.

“The tourists are having fun because the activities are very unique and sometime funny for them,” he added. The tourists also will have a nice lunch in a hut where they will be served by traditional dishes such as tempe goring, urab vegetables, chicken satay and Gerang.

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Batu Medawu Temple n Nusa Penida Islands lie three large temples called Tri Purusa. They include the Dalem Ped, Puncak Mundi and Batu Medawu Temple. Batu Medawu Temple is located at Suana village, right in the west of Semaya hamlet. As one of the Sad Kahyangan temples in Klungkung, it has a long history. Jero Mangku Sugianta explained that Batu Medawu name was originated from the word perahu (traditional boat) splitting a rock. The temple priest from of Batu Mulapan hamlet said the history on the origin was reinforced with Nusa Penida Chronicle that told about the story on I Renggan, one of the grandsons of Dukuh Jumpungan that would like to conquer Bali by riding his magic boat.

In the story, I Renggan was believed if he could split any land passed through by his boat and it would then be transformed into sea. “Lord Toh Langkir knew such a desire, so he made I Renggan unable to control the boat and fell asleep. His boat was stranded in Manggis, Karangasem, and the island was crashed and halved.

Ultimately, it only left the small islands as we can see today around Padangbai,” he explained.

Jero Mangku said that due to his failure I Renggan tried to come back to Nusa Penida through the eastern part of the island. When being about to moor his boat, she was apparently out of control. Instead, his boat passed the beach and broke a dune of stones in the eastern part of the island. In short, the ruins of boat owned

by I Renggan was made ​​a place of worship which is now called Batu Medawu Temple. Jero Mangku confirmed the story was increasingly strengthened by a symbol in the form of building resembling a stern that seemed to describe a boat splitting the stone mound.

The building could be seen in the Batu Medawu Temple, precisely in the Segara Temple. As a sanctum to invoke wisdom, the Batu Medawu Temple is really different from the Dalem Ped Temple functioned to pray for strength, he explained.

Ritual committee chairman of Batu Medawu Temple, I Ketut Rai, explained that grandiose ritual of Mamungkah, Ngenteg Linggih, Mapeselang, Ngingkup, Bangun Ayu, Pemarayungan and Mapedanan were carried out considering the series of temple construction of Batu Medawu Temple had been accomplished.

This man from Suana hamlet hoped the ritual could be known to all the people of Nusa Penida in particular and Hindus in general, so they could come to pay devotional works and say prayers as a form of devotion to the deities venerated in the Batu Medawu Temple.

This temple has a mountainseaward concept. There is a combination of mainland and the ocean in the form of beauty. In the Batu Medawu Temple, each pilgrim will say prayers for three times, namely in the

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Piodalan or anniversary of this temple is held every six months, falling on the Buda (Wednesday) Pon Wuku Pahang. This temple is supported by half the customary village, ranging from the Kutampi customary village to the south and east. Aside from pilgrims from the local community itself, the temple anniversary of the Batu Medawu is also often attended by Hindu pilgrims coming from the Island of Bali. B N (BTN/kmb)

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