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Agung Amerta Buana Temple in Batam

‘Lotus of the World’ in Northwest Indonesia gung Amerta Buana Temple is strategically located on Jalan Gajah Mada #3 Sei Ladi, Batam. In the subdistrict of Sekupang. The temple is easy to find as it stands near the reservoir-like Sei Ladi. As Hindu pilgrims enter the temple a strong vibration can be felt. Galungan penjor and other typical balinese temple ornaments decorate this temple.

Wayan Catra Yasa helped to pioneer Aging Amerta Buana Temple in Batam and in an article he explains that there was a long process leading to the founding of the temple. Several of the locations that had been chosen for the temple had to be abandoned due to security considerations.

The establishment of the temple had to be in line with pewarah-warah or local guidelines in order to avoid potential conflicts in the future. After a long entanglement in matteres related to location, several prominent Hindu figures in Batam who were pioneering the project, finally found a place in the jungle.

The forest is considered haunted, as many local people have experenced strange incidents there. The forest is about two hectares wide and includes a hill.

It was therefore difficult to determine where the padmasana shrine should be located.

IN order ot determine the location of padmasana, the initiators of the temple project meditated together.

Guidance was obtained by the high priests. On March 18, 2000, a joint meditation led by Ida Pedanda Gede Oka Kemenuh was finally successful in determining where the the padmasana shrine would be built.

Five months later on June 4, the groundbreaking took place and was witnessed by then Director General of Hindu and Buddha Mass Guidance,Wayan Suarjaya, along with Ida Pedanda Gede Oka Kemenuh.

Then in 2003, the shrine was inaugurated with a small-scale ritual so that it could be used as a sanctum to say prayers.

Finally on June 16, 2004, Agung Amerta Buana Temple was inaugurated in the town of Batam by the Minister of Religious Affairs then, Prof. Said Agil Al Munawar. On November 2, 2009, ten years after the temple plan was established, the initiators held a ngenteg linggih ritual.

At Batam’s Agung Amerta Buana Temple sits a relatively large padmasana shrine, standing some 21.7 meteres high.

He height of the temple is derived from deep philosophical meaning taken from the Brahma Anariaka Upanisad.

Catra Yasa who had been Chairman of the Hindu Dharma Council (PHDI) of Batam and Riau Islands as well as Secretary of the Central PHDI said that Hindu people should pronounce the word omkara as many as 21 times. The

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height of 21 meters is interpreted as the process of the creation of the temple.

The first five Oms are represent the five flavors called panca tan matra, while the second five Oms represent the five seeds known as panca mahabhuta, the third five Oms represent sensory stimuli known as Panca Budi Indria, and the last five Oms are panca karmendria. The last Om is called Shiva, Sadha Shiva and Parama Shiva, Paramaning Dumadi.

The point 7 meters are interpreted as the seven Maharishis who received the revelation of Hinduism’s scriptures. In the main shrine of this temple there are also three dragons that symbolize Ananta Boga, Basuki and Taksaka. Right in the madyaning mandala (middle courtyard) of the temple the Jnana Sila Bakti asram has been established and is used as a school of religion for about 150 children. Uniquely, the teachers are their own parents.

On every Hindu holyday, the Amerta Buana Temple is thronged by about 2,500 to 3,000 pilgrims from the town of Batam. The pujawali or temple festival is held to coincide with the fifth full moon falling in November. Most of the Hindu devotees living in Batam are diligent about coming to the temple. They ask for safety in their lives and prosperity in the diaspora. B N (BTN/kmb)

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hair dryer, yukata and slipper.

The hotel facilitated with 3 restaurants, Cempaka Restaurant a poolside restaurant, serves a wide variety of Indonesian and Balinese cuisine, occasionally open for breakfast and dinner. Soka Restaurant - 24 hours beachside restaurant features a most innovative choice of selected and international dishes; daily buffet breakfast, Ratna Restaurant - Open air seafood and meat grill restaurant by the beach, informal dining, daily buffet lunch and high afternoon tea.

Then for tourists who want to enjoy a variety of beverages here are also available five bars, Soka Bar - open for 24 hours, Ratna Bar - opens 10 AM to midnight, Rijasa Lobby Bar - open 10am to midnight, Sriwedari Sunken Bar - open 10am to 8pm and Cempaka Bar, open 11 AM to 11 PM. B N (BTN/014)

The archery competition joined by participats from Bali and outside the island in Gita Raja Art Festival he atmosphere at the traditional archery skills event in the open field of Sangeh Viilage, Petang, Badung on Sunday (May 28) harkened back to era of the great kingdoms.

The archers appeared like soldiers or royal courtiers pitting their supernatural powers against one and other. Dressed in traditional Javanese attire, including kirs and other accessories or in Balinese black

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and white checkered apparel like Hindu solidiers they competed like knights to have their arrows hit the bull’s eye.

Concentration and focus led them in turns to hit the target. All were formidable archers from the land of Java and Bali participating in the Gita Raja Art Festival, an event to commemorate the first anniversary of the Pancer Langit Bali Foundation.

The match took place excitingly with some archers targeting around 100-meter goals divided into in several sessions. “This competition is unique with much charm. This event serves to train the archers in mental and archery skills”, explained an archer from Surakarta named L. Eddy Roostopo, who acted as a judge.

This man familiarly addressed as Popop said archery is great for

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youngsters. In addition to its atheltic qualities, archery also carries extraodrinary philosophy in terms of learning to focus, concentration and the practice of self-control. If one is introduced to archery early, mental stregth is honed and leads to great acheivements. “Unfortunately, traditional archery has been removed from the national games (PON). Actually it is a national cultural treasures that should be preserved, but instead it has been eliminated”, said this gold medalist of the PON XI. Archery has much to teach youngsters in terms of self-discipline, he said. “Traditional archery contests are part of efforts to preserve our cultural assets.

There used to be a national archery league that competed in the national games. Hopefully, tra-

ditional archery will again be included in evens like the provincial games and the national games”, said A.A. Rahma Putra, the founder of Pancer Langit Bali Foundation..

The Gita Raja Art Festival also included the performnace of several traditional dances such as Teruna Jaya Dance, Jauk Dance as well as single drum performances and puppet gender gamelan show.

There was also a modern dance workshop conducted by the Loka Art Dance and an archery workshop by SIPAS Solo, Central Java.

“Through this event, the members of Pancer Langit hope to gain experience in professinal art management. Preserving traditional arts also gives birth to new artistic creations that are rooted in the noble values of tradition” he concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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Arranging Coastal Area of Tanah Lot Attraction anah Lot is making an arrangement ahead of the international event entitled “Tanah Lot Art and Food Festival I” that will be held on July 7-9, 2017. Currently, the arrangement is focused on making fences on coastal cliff and footpath in garden areas as well as on the beach. “The making of this fence is to prevent tourists from getting too far at the edge when wishing to take sunset photograph,” said the Operations Manager, Ketut Toya Adnyana.

Near the cliff, explained Toya Adnyana, is an attractive place to watch sunset. Taking pictures at this location becomes very beautiful with sunset background. This place is often chosen by young people to take selfie. To maintain the security and comfort, it is necessary to have a limiting fence. “The fence is in an effort to maintain the safety of visitors.” The installation and the design have been prepared, so as not to block the sunset view,” he added.

This galvanized pipe fence has a length of 365 meters, while the trail uses the material of volcanic stones making it stronger

Festival Tepi Sawah to Respect Mother Earth

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estival Tepi Sawah is unique. This festival projects an eco-oriented art show featuring various branches of the art to collaborate on together-

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It poses a combination of passion and the ideas of three artists consisting of Nita Aartsen, Anom Darsana and Etha Widiyanto based on their respective experience in music education & performance, sound engineering, event management as well as architecture & designs. For two days (June 3-4), they wanted to integrate the creative elements of festival with education and implementation on environmental sustainability, both among children and adults.

The Festival Tepi Sawah presented music and the art by inviting various art communities. On that account, it made the festival a reflection and messenger of awareness of environmental sustainability with the principle of reducing, reusing and recycling whether implemented in terms of production, sales of food and beverages, waste management or waste disposal and others.

This festival used the edge of paddy fields as the venue. In addition to collaboration between the artists, the festival also offered some attractive architectural sequences. Booths and art installation were spread in every landscape so that they could beautify the event. The artists participating in the event included Tompi, Dewa Alit, Bona Alit, Ivan Nestormam, Nita Aartsen, Kecak Kobagi, Jasmine Okubo, Doddy Sambodo, Dodot & Barok, Gustu Brahmanta, Sisca Guhzeng, Brahma Diva Kencana, Marlowe Bandem, Made Agus Wardana, Fascinating Rhythm Community and many others. This festival is also fully supported by Pejeng village.

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and more beautiful. The stone material is the same as the path to the temple of Tanah Lot. “We have done the arrangement since the beginning of May 2017 and it is targeted to complete in mid-June 2017 or before the festival takes place for the safety of visitors,” said Toya Adnyana.

Tanah Lot Art and Food Festival I will take the theme “Luhuring Segara Rasa lan Raksa” meaning the sea as the source of energy to realize cultured person. The theme aims to describe about the sea becoming the excellence of Tanah Lot as well as the giver of the energy in our lives. “This event is to raise the art potential retained by 23 customary villages in Kediri subdistrict influencing the level of tourist visit to Tanah Lot as world class tourist destination,” he

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Buleleng Siobak a Very Delicious Food

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Potential of the art and culture as well as typical cuisine of Tabanan are presented as superior product in the event. The festival will last for three days and three menus are selected to become a package that will be served as daily menu (today’s special menu).

“This festival is expected to attract more visits,” he hoped.

The menus to be offered include Sup Ares, Lawar Kuwir, Laklak biu, Rebung Tabah, Ayam Bakar Sambel Mangga, Kuwir Nyatnyat, Bebek Rajang and Es Yeh Telabah.

There are Timbungan and Be Guling combined with Es Tuak Manis, Lawar Bungkil Gedebong Biyu Batu and Kopi Leak of Tabanan typicality served with Pisang Goreng Rangda.

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oodies may already be familiar with this delicacy made of boiled pork in thick gravy that is called siobak. The district of Buleleng is well known for its rich varety of culutre – including its special foods. In fact a visit to Buleleng would not be complete without indulging in some of its culinary treasures such as its popular Siobak.

Siobak can be found in a variety of places in Buleleng ranging from street vendors to fine restaurant. Aye Syobak is the name of one of the street stalls that is quite popular in Buleleng. Manager Ketut Utama explained that he inherited his Siobka recipes from his biological grandmother and that he grew up learning how to run a the family food stall, so when Ketut got married, he dicided to continue the family business.

Ketut also explained that they always use selected pork and in order to eliminate the pungent odor of pork they first boil the meat with spieces and soy sauce. This boiling process also yields the

tasty gravy for which they are famous while the sauce soy sauce gives that special sweetness. They also use pork skin, fatty meat, offal and head of pork. “ Actually it is easy to make siobak, you just need meat and seasoning” he added.

People from all over Buleleng and other parts of Bali come to enjoy this 62 year old man’s special siobak. “We often have customaers from Malaysia and other foreign countries who stop by when visitiing Buleleng”, said Ketut.

The distinctives foods of Buleleng are clearly not just popular with locals but with people from all over.

Since siobak there are more and more people serving siobak in Bulelelng, Ketut needs to keep his recipie fine tuned in order to remain competitive. “Since my mother’S time our flavour has remained the same. It feels original without adding extra ingredients” he said. According to Ketut Utama, it is important to keep the authenticity of Buleleng siobaks’ flavour. Aye Syobak which was first established in 1975 is located near the former harbor of Buleleng, at 38 Jalan Surapati.

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Charities to 9th Year of Service ston Denpasar Hotel & Convention Center celebrated the 9th th anniversary on last 5 May 2017. In conjunction to the event, the hotel held a series of activities to remark the magnificent 9 years of service. By participated in the marine conservation program by adopting baby coral reef at Amuk Bay, Karangasem on last 6th May. In addition to buy 8 baby coral reefs, the adopters also had the opportunity to get the e-certificate and to participate in transplanting the coral reefs that have been adopted which was represented by sales & marketing team.

“We are very pleased to participate in the marine conservation program by adopting baby Acropora SP coral reefs organized by Earth Hour Denpasar, hopefully can be beneficial to the maritime world, and continue to maintain its sustainability, this is a small action, but it will give a huge impact to environment.” Said Lilik Amini –Director of Sales, Aston

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Denpasar Hotel & Convention Center.

“Beside those activities, in conjunction to the 9th anniversary, as well as to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, we visited the Adzkiyah Alkhair Orphanage at Monang Maning, Denpasar to distribute groceries, suits,

toiletries, cash as amount IDR 3.067.000 which was donation from all employees and management to 80 orphans”.

Said Wahyuningsih – Human Resources Manager, Aston Denpasar Hotel & Convention Center.

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At Opening of BAF 2017, ISI Denpasar Displays Musical Dance Drama

based on local wisdom and universal vision. It does not only show off all the academic communities of the ISI Denpasar from various faculties.

“In the 1980s, the ISI Denpasar presented a colossal Mahabharata and Ramayana ballet, then in the 1990s the STSI Denpasar came with the oratory and now we feature musical drama dance,” he explained.

Besides, it features Balinese greatness dance entitled Bali Dwipa Jaya and a choir along with supporting instruments to entertain guests, and the Indonesia Raya anthem. During the opening parade,

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the ISI Denpasar gets an opportunity to showcase Siwanataraja Dance and Ketug Bumi involving 225 artists from various kinds of music.

This presentation involves most study programs such as the dance, puppetry, dance-drama and music,

western music, craft, visual communication design with its video moving, decoration by craft while the costume is designed by colleagues from fashion department.

“Take advantage of what we have,” he added.

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BAF 2017 Involves Tourism Office and ASITA he Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar presents a new art composition in the form of Gurnita Murti musical drama dance at the opening of the 39th Bali Art Festival (BAF). It is entitled Kresna Dwipayana telling the story about the author Vyasa of the Mahabharata epic, while the theme of BAF is Ulun Danu or Water Resource of Life. This performance will be presented at Arda Candra amphitheater, Denpasar Art Center on Saturday (Jun 10).

Deputy Rector IV of the ISI Denpasar, I Ketut Garwa, with permission from the rector explained that the concept of BAF opening this year is slightly different from the arts presented by the ISI Denpasar previously. The concept of colossal drama dance is inspired by drama acting where

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the artists should be able to dance and sing, so that the art composition can forward the BAF as a medium for the art preservation.

Similarly, the gamelan music in use poses the collaboration of modern musical instrument such as keyboards, violin, guitar and traditional music like gong gede gamelan set, jazz fusion owned by the artist Nyoman Winda. In accordance with the BAF’s theme namely “Ulun Danu or Water Resources of Life,” the ISI Denpasar tries to give a space with a new touch to avoid monotonous impression. “However, it stays to maintain tradition because the BAF is meant for preservation,” said Ketut Garwa.

This musical drama dance becomes a showcase of innovation and creativity because it is done by educational institution of the ISI Denpasar having the vision of becoming the center of excellence in the field of arts and culture

ali Arts Festival (BAF) XXXIX is different from the previous implementation. This annual event held on June 10-July 8, 2017 at the Denpasar Art Center will showcase innovation by creative artists in addition to Balinese traditional art. The opening of BAF presents musical drama dance and Ketug Bumi composition by the Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar.

Head of the Bali Culture Agency, Dewa Putu Beratha, said the theme of BAF 2017 is “Ulun Danu: Preserving Water Source of Life.” Ulun Danu is a local wisdom containing knowledge on how to maintain, ennoble and manage water as a source of life and civilization.

Ulun Danu philosophy is a source of inspiration for the development of artwork expressed into various forms of compositions in the BAF 2017. In the presentation, BAF still refers to the five basic contents, namely parade, performance, competition / festival, exhibition and workshop.

Blahmantung Waterfall ali has a lot of wonderful nature heritages that captivate traveler from around the world for exploring it. Blahmantung Waterfall is one of the beautiful nature heritages that Bali has. It is situated in hidden places surrounded by pure natures includes tropical trees and give the peaceful and serenity ambiance. It is located close to precious farming village of Pujungan with awesome landscapes and really friendly local society, Blahmantung Waterfall is also close to Pupuan in Tabanan regency, west part of Bali Island. We need 2,5 hours drive to reach this waterfall from Ngurah Rai International Airport passing through Bajra Village and exploring the fresh and pure natures. It is one of Bali Places of Interest that you must visit when traveling to this paradise island.

Blahmantung Waterfall is also known by Pupuan Waterfall. It is situated in the tranquility of Pupuan district and set between high cliffs surrounded by coffee and clove plantations. We will explore the green natures with fertile gardens as well as local residents.

Blahmantung Waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls by amazingly drop of over 100 meters high and surrounded by beautiful natures make every visitor impressive experience. The 800 meters walk from the parking lot to Blahmantung Waterfall is partially challenging and especially during raining season that you should be aware of slippery rocks. Tiredness will be pays of by the wonderful scenery and fresh atmosphere from the waterfall.

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Release of the parade is conducted by President of the RI Joko Widodo marked by plugging in a stick and resumed with the appearance of Shiva Nataraja Dance accompanied by Ketug Bumi gamelan music by ISI Denpasar. In the evening, the BAF is officially opened by president of the RI marked by ringing a mortar and enlivened Gurnita Murti musical drama dance entitled Kresna Dwipayana by ISI Denpasar.

The show features a variety of arts by 230 art troupes ranging from reconstruction art, special art, show by prominent artists and new art from each district uniting the values of Satyam (truth), Shivam (godliness), Sundaram (beauty). “BAF of this year will also be graced by art troupes from outside the region and overseas,” said Dewa Putu Bertha.

Outside participants having stated their confirmation to appear include East Nusa Tenggara, Magelang, ISI Yogyakarta, Flico Yogyakarta Group, Bangkalan District, Blitar City and Central Kalimantan. Meanwhile, the overseas participants are Japan, Tunisia, India, France and Timor Leste. The Tunisian art troupe participates for the first time, while France for the second time. These participants will respectively bring in their local arts where each group is supported by around 20-25 artists.

“Appearance of these foreign participants, in addition to impact-

ing tourism, also has a relationship to diplomacy as well as cultural relationships between the arts, regions and countries. The art itself will also get additional art knowledge and insight, so as to add and enrich the Balinese arts,” said Dewa Putu Beratha.

To make it into a tourist attraction, BAF from this year will involve the Bali tourism office serving as the coordinator in the field of promotion. Thus, the ministry of tourism can promote the BAF and the advantage of Bali to international community. “BAF parade of this year will be broadcast live via YouTube, so that it can be watched by audience from around the world.

Similarly, the performances will be recorded and broadcasted daily through YouTube,” he added.

In addition, the organizing committee also cooperates with the ASITA to invite guests to visit BAF. In addition to watching the shows, they can also see and buy handicrafts. Thus, it will have an impact on the next presentation because it will bring together craftsmen and buyers. “During the opening parade, we prepare 100 seats for tourists directed by ASITA,” he said.

Craft exhibition in the BAF will involve participants consisting of small and medium industry craftsmen that having owned permit from the government, taxpayer identification number (NPWP) and identity card of Bali.

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Fine Arts and Design, Media for National Solidarity

n this era of openness, higher education is a suitable avenue for balancing the pressure of radicalism with cultural discourse delivered critically and ethically. This is very much needed to deal with issues such as intolerance, images / memes and hate speech that have been circulating lately.

A national seminar held by the

by Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD) of Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar in the Citta Kalangen Building on Tuesday (May 23) entitled Art and Design: The Historical Signs of History was very timely in addressing the current socio-political context of the nation today. Discussions included such themes as how the various elements of fine art and design can be combined to maintain

the commitment of national unity and solidarity. Participants included ISI’s academic community, arts experts, artists, designers as well as students from other universities in Bali and other regions as well.

Resource persons of the seminar included Dr. Seno Gumira Ajidarma, (Rector of IKJ), Prof.

Dr. Gede Arya Sugiartha (Rector of ISI Denpasar), Eddy Sutriyono (art curator) and keynote speaker Prof. Dr. Faruk, (humanist and professor of cultural sciences at UGM, Yogyakarta). The seminar was moderated by Chairman of PWI Bali, IGMB Dwikora Putra.

The themes discussed during the seminar were divided into four subthemes. Dr. Seno Ajidarma talked about national iconography in current works of the art and design; Eddy Soetriyono focused on

National seminar initiated by Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD), ISI Denpasar, held in the Citta Kalangen Building.

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a historical review of nationality in the exploration of fine arts and design of the archipelago; Prof. Faruk spoke of the value of nationality as a source of art creation and future design; and Prof. Arya explained about the role of art colleges in building artists and designers that take nationhood into consideration.

In his presentation, Dr. Seno Ajidarma chose to look at the journey of Indonesian puppet comics in political identity. He emphasized that identity is formulated through production and is not a fixed permanent essence but rather is always in the process of transformation.

Prof. Dr. Faruk spoke about the current turmoil of the nation and emphasized that a condition of panic makes it hard to remain clam and resolve issues wisely. We should not let issues of indentity lead us resolve problems with more problems.

Dean of the FSRD of ISI Denpasar, Ni Made Rinu, revealed that the art and design are cultural work of the nation and that historically they have contribute to maintaining and mediating Indonesian nationalism. “For example, the poster ‘Boeng Ajo Boeng’ painted

by Affandi and the words prepared by poet Chairil Anwar in the 1940s emphasizes nationalism and national unity.

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To Revive Tourism, Sidan Village Develops Spiritual Tourism at Tirta Empul Temple

arious efforts are being made to improve tourism conditions in Sidan vilage, Gianyar. The plan is to build up spiritual tourism around Tirta Empul temple in Sidan village and to create a single tour package that will include the Sidan stage that is currently not being used.

Tirta Empul Temple priest from Sidan village, Dewa Aji Mangku, accompanied by Dewa Biyang Mangku, said that Tirta Empul is a subak (irrigation cooperative) temple whose piodalan (festival) falls every Sukra (Friday) Umanis Merakih. This temple belongs to Sidan customary village and is venerated by 48 members of Subak Labak at Sidan village. “The Temple celebration goes on for three days and coiincides with the piodalan of Dewi Sri, the Goddess of Rice”, he explained.

Dewa Aki Magku also explained that near Sidan Village’s Tirta Empul Temple there are two springs: Trita Empul and Tirta Sudamala. “ Tirta Empul water is usually used for the consecration and for the piodalan while the Tirta Sudamala water is used for purification and for excorcism rites”, he explained.

Outside the temple wall there is also a spring called Tirta Kegeringan located to the North of the Temple. This water is used to cure different diseases – particularly skin diseases. “ Many pilgrims come here asking for holy water for their healing. As an expression of their gratitude, they bring pejatiofferings”, he said.

There are no special requirements for asking for Tirta Kegeringan water, it is enough to present canang sari oblations and to say sincere prayers. “Just put the offerings in the shrine next to the spring.

pilgrims usually bring offerings on Kajeng Kliwon or on the full moon”, he said.

Headman of Sidan, Made Sukra Suyasa, plans to make the temple’s outermost courtyard into a spiritual tourism attraction with holy water and a jogging track. “Here are many springs here and some of them are believed to be holy water that can help provide healing” he added.

The creation of this spiritual tourism program will start with making repairs to parts of Tirta Empul Temple including the water spouts as well as the creation of a sacred bathing pool in the south of the temple.

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we will work on the Sidan stage as a tourist attraction as it is currently not being used”, he complained.

Suyasa emphasized that he can not revive the Sidan stage alone and that he hopes that the government of Gianyar will help to revive this east Gianyar site. “Of course, we need government assistance here, especially for reviving the stage”, he affirmed.

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In BAF 2017

Denpasar City to be Supported by 24 Art Troupes ge need not be a constraint in expressing one’s creativity. The vivacity of the Kencana Wiguna elderly gamelan troupe from Kehen hamlet, Kesiman Petilan was evidence of this. The elders presented an innovative art performance at the opening of the Bali Arts Festival (BAF) of Denpasar City on Friday (May 26). They appeared along with Sida Nada Merdangga Bondres Gag troupe from Tengah hamlet, Sidakarya.

The two art troupes are made of people from different generations and both were attractive and inspiring to younger artists. This was not due to the styel presented but rather to the gamelan music and dance that had a distinctly contemporary flavour. The elderly artists presented several performances including Panyembrama,

Panji Semirang, and Sandya Gita Dance with Gegitan (song entitled White Gardenia).

BAF Denpasar 2017 with the theme ‘Ulun Danu’ (Preserving Water as Source of Life) is centered at Puputan Badung or I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung Square. “Through this year’s BAF, the Municipality of Denpasar continues to foster art troupes in the city of Denpasar as an way to preserve, explore and develop the artistic potential of this city. Artists from Denpasar continue to receive attention from the government through sustainable coaching, programs” said Mayor of Denpasar, I.B. Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra, during the opening the BAF Denpasar 2017.

Acting Head of the Denpasar Culture Agency, Ni Nyoman Sujati, accompanied by the Art Division Head at the Denpasar

he International Bali Institute of Tourism (STPBI) hosted and organized the 15th AsiaPacific Tourism Conference by the Asia-Pacific Council on Hotels, Restaurant and Institutional Education (APacCHRIE).

The conference was attended by 400 participants consisting of practitioners and academicians from various countries in AsiaPacific. The conference took place from May 31 to June 2, 2017.

The conference was officially opened by the Deputy of Overseas Tourism Marketing Development, Ministry of Tourism, Prof. I Gede Pitana, together with Chairman of the STPBI I Made Sudjana, Hong Kong Polytechnic University Prof. Kaye Chon and President of APacCHRIE Dr. Amy So at Sofitel Resort, Nusa Dua, on Thursday (Jun 1). Especially for the 8 th Asia-Pacific Annual Conference for Tourism Students was mostly held at the STPBI. Prof. Pitana said that APacCHRIE event has become a promotion though there is negative issue lately. Foreign tourists still come to Bali because in reality Bali and Indonesia are still safe and comfortable to visit. “If we say that we are not afraid, then the world also says no fear. This becomes our tourism challenge that we can overcome,” he said.

According to Prof. Pitana, the strategy to be done is to be honest. We must tell the truth and what we have done. For example, Indonesia is vast, so that something happens in Aceh will takes a long time to arrive in Bali. “Our human resources are still below Singapore and Thailand. We must pursue by developing educational institutions and training institutions,” he added.

The effort taken by the ministry of tourism currently is to provide certification of training for 35,000 tourism workforce. “That’s how we develop our human resources.

Human resources are the core and key to success of tourism. We see that Singapore is small but has good human resources, so that it can bring in 15 million foreign tourists. Actually, the population is 3.5 million. So, I appreciate to the event held by the International Bali Institute of Tourism,” he said.

Made Sudjana added that STPBI has a way to improve human resources, especially in the field of tourism by providing knowledge and skills, so that later on they have qualifications. “We always do this with all colleagues to prepare

Culture Agency, Dwi Wahyuning Kristiansanti, said that the implementation of the BAF Denpasar (May 26-28) was filled in with various workshops including flower and yon coconut leaf arranging, the making of Banten Prani as well as a fashion contest put together with a tema of motivators from PKK Denpasar. “The closing of the festival was coupled with Denpasar’s National Seniors Day.

human resources so that they have international quality,” he said.

By that way, continued Made Sudjana, the workers of Indonesia and Bali in particular can work overseas. “In other words, we will not worry about the entry of foreign human resources into our country to work. Our human resources are strong because many of them have international qualification that will work across the ASEAN countries. If we are strong, they will go. We are a big country and have a number of quality human resources, so that they dare to compete in the global level,” he explained.

Further, I Made Sudjana explained that the Asia-Pacific CHRIE or better known as APacCHRIE is a federation of the I-CHRIE established in 1946.

I-CHRIE is an organization in the field of global hospitality, tourism and tourism education institution offering the program on hotel and restaurant management, travel business management and catering.

APacCHRIE membership includes 18 countries with more than 75 universities having the best reputation throughout Asia Pacific. This organization regularly holds conferences every year and it becomes the honor for Indonesia in the tourism sector as having been asked to host the APacCHRIE Conference. “STPBI has been registered as a member of the APacCHRIE since 2015, so that it becomes an opportunity for the STPBI to establish international cooperation,” he added.

This conference, explained Made Sudjana, is intended to create a scientific atmosphere as a means for the development of tourism science as benchmarking with other institutions in the country, to improve the institution of higher education in the field of hospitality and tourism in improving competitiveness and quality of higher education institution in the field of hospitality and tourism in order to enhance the nation’s competitiveness.

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his woman with simple appearance is very sociable and has a high curiosity, especially regarding Balinese culture. She is the Sales & Marketing Manager of FRii Bali Echo Beach located in Canggu, North Kuta. “Balinese culture is very beautiful and interesting to learn,” said the woman graduating from the Faculty of Public Relations in Makassar.

Although the lifestyle is modern, the people are still very devout in carrying out daily religious rituals. Balinese people are also adept at interpreting their art, making it very beautiful and interesting to enjoy. “I am quite impressed with the people of Bali. Thus, we always keep the relationship by taking part in every activity undertaken by local communities. Besides, we

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participate in preserving the surrounding environment through CSR activities,” he added.

She added that maintaining local culture is a way to keep Bali tourism. By that way, Bali remains an international tourist destination that ultimately affects the industry. “We also continue to follow the development of Canggu area, and try to give the best to improve the quality of facilities and services followed by promotional strategies that are right on target as our way to attract more tourist visits to FRii Bali Echo Beach,” she said.

Especially to dominate the market, Yanie who has plunged into hospitality industry since 2009 already has special strategies such as by doing market research on the basic needs of tourists who choose Canggu as their holiday destination. “We also try to facilitate tourists so that they remain to work and mingle with tourists from other countries in the feel of an exciting holiday,” she added.

Meanwhile, the plan to apply green hotel in Badung district also poses a way to maintain the quality of Bali tourism or sustainable tourism. Implementation of green hotel is very feasible to be followed by all hotels in Badung and Bali. “It aims to educate everyone to better appreciate to the environment and perform ecofriendly activities for the sake of more orderly sustainability for the surrounding environment,” she concluded.

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ntil 2012, the mangrove forest in Bali spreads across the area of ​​2,215.5 hectares located in Denpasar and four other districts. Distribution of the mangrove forest in Bali can be found inside and outside protected forest areas. The mangrove forest located within the protected forest area has

a total of 2,004.5 hectares, while the mangrove forest outside the area has a total of 211 hectares.

The mangrove forest located within the protected forest area spreads across three locations, Ngurah Rai Grand Forest Park, dominated by mangrove vegetation with a total area of ​​1,373.5 hectares where

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family consisting of Made Taro and his son Gede Tarmada did storytelling and playing Balinese traditional games with children in open space. The event is one of the materials held at the Festival Tepi Sawah in Omah Apik, Pejeng, on Sunday (Jun 4).

Gede Tarmada presented a fairy tale inspired by a Ba-

linese one entitled ‘Man Meri” written by a lover and observer of great tale named Agung Bawantara.

Man Meri tells about the struggles of a child named Man Meri looking for his beloved missing duck. In the meantime, Grandpa Made Taro is telling a fairy tale of his own creation entitled Give Us Water. Both fairy tale stories have beautiful

backgrounds of paddy fields so that it is mandatory to keep the sanitation and sustainability.

After listening to the fairy tale, children were then invited to play Balinese traditional games entitled tok lait kancing and meong-meongan. This event was supported by the Clean Bali Series team to educate children about environmental sanitation through fairy tales, games, reading books and other games.

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Ways of Preventing Distribution and Smuggling of Illicit Goods gurah Rai Airport signed a Letter of Local Agreement (LOCA) with the national narcotics agency (BNN) of Bali and with the fish quarantine station, quality control and fishery product safety (KIPM) class I of Denpasar at The Patra Jasa Resort & Villas on Friday (May 26). This cooperation is meant the help government programs in their effort to eradicate drug abuse and the smuggling of fish products.

The agrement was signed by General Manager of Ngurah Rai Airport, Yanus, and Chief of the BNN Bali, I Putu Gede Suastawa and Head of KIPM Denpasar, Habrin Yake. The event also included the dissemination of information about follow-up activities related to the handling of illicit drugs and fishery products at Ngurah Rai Airport.

Yanus said that this cooperation aims to prevent and combat drug abuse, trafficking and precursors at Ngurah Rai Air-

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yang Nyang Beach in Bali is a pristine 1.5-kilometre stretch of coastline and also one of Bali’s least visited beaches. This is partly due to its far-flung location and the long trek required to reach it. Still, it makes for a prize destination for day-trippers and beach lovers exploring the southern Bukit peninsula, and offers great surf for those looking for waves to ride all for themselves.

The beach is located in the Pecatu area, half a kilometre’s drive southeast of the Uluwatu Temple.

There are several routes branching off from the Jalan Uluwatu main road that leads down to two halves of Nyang Nyang Beach, one of them is via

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Jalan Batu Nunggulan and right at the cliff edge of Villa Plenilunio.

From this end, you need to continue on an approximate half-hour trek down moderately rugged terrain and flight of stairs – a journey well worth it thanks to the splendid views over the limestone hillside covered in lush greenery and flowering bushes. Sounds and views of the ocean accompany your steady descent.

Depending on the route you chose, the flight of stairs usually doesn’t end at the coast, but on flat grassy plains. Beyond this is the prize view when you sink your feet into the coarse sand. The deserted terrain is bordered by slanting cliffs as far as your eyes can see, with thin mists hanging above the ocean. Out at sea you will be able to see the

natural reef that breaks the incoming tides, allowing for calm and clear waters bordering the coast.

The long coastline makes for a good walk, with virtually no other human in sight most of the time, other than occasional local seaweed farmers tending to their crops, or bold and lonesome surfers out on the reef break, having their thrill of a lifetime (only for the advanced, and those really determined on carrying their boards down and up the hill again). There are actually two halves of Nyang Nyang Beach, divided only by a broad grassy headland. Near the western end of the eastern half of Nyang Nyang, you’ll be treated to a lone split shipwreck on the sand.

You can stay on for sunset here or make the climb up again before dark. It has also become a camping site for die-hard travellers and weekenders as the deserted ambiance makes it an excellent spot for bonfires under the stars and for those willing to set up tents and camp the night. Swimming out is not recommended; obviously there are no lifeguards on patrol. Also, be in good shape and bring adequate rations and drinking water – there are also no food stalls or peddlers, other than one at Nyang Nyang Beach’s western half, selling drinks and colourful beach cloths.

in Badung district has an area of​​ 753.5 hectares and Denpasar City has an area of 620 ​​ hectares.

West Bali National Park has mangrove forest as one of the vegetations with an area of 429 hectares in Jembrana district and 212 hectares in Buleleng district.

Then, Nusa Lembongan forest located on Nusa Lembongan Island (Klungkung district) has 202 hectares of mangrove forest area.

Mangrove forest has very important function as the lungs of the city where more rare trees have been replaced by concrete poles and retaining wall against sea waves and prevent abrasion. So, we have an obligation to maintain and preserve it.

In addition to retaining sea waves and preventing abrasion, mangrove forest can also offer beautiful scenery, trekking location by crossing wooden bridges in the middle of the forest, and leisure place somewhere amid the mangrove forest while enjoying green open atmosphere.

Some people also take advantage of this place as a prewedding photo shoot because it is quite interesting and iconic.

If you are staying in the area of South Bali such as Kuta, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua or Sanur, you can schedule next tour to this mangrove forest.

So far, in the Ngurah Rai Grand Forest Park there are 12 mangrove species and seven species of mangrove association. Dominant species include the Rhizophora apiculata, Rhizophora mucronata, Avicennia marina and Sonneratia alba.

In addition, it has a high biodiversity such as birds, reptiles and amphibians. Overall, there are 66 species of 27 families of bird species found in the Ngurah Rai Grand Forest Park. Bird species in this area are dominated by waterfowl such as little pied cormorant, oriental darter, gray heron, great egret, intermediate egret, javan pond heron, black-crowned night heron, lesser whistling duck, Eurasian curlew and kingfisher.

Other than birds, amphibian and reptile species are often found in this area such as frogs, iguanas, lizards, Asiatic soft shell turtles, mangrove snakes, et cetera.

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

Jelekungkang Waterfall being made into tourist attraction elekungkang waterfalls is being made into a tourist attraction and the local community is stepping up to the task by arranging the area around these waterfalls located in Tamman-

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port. “The circulation of drugs in Indonesia is increasingly rampant and one of the strategic locations for its circulation is at the airport. As a manifestation of the joint commitment, we are signing the LOCA with BNN Bali”, said Yanus.

Similar cooperation is also being done with the head of KIPM Bali. “With this partnership, the management will be more proactive and will involve both internal staff as well as

all stakeholederd in the vicinity of Ngurah Rai Airport in order to secure the area by implementing prevention and eradication of drug abuse and trafficking (P4GN) as well as the eradication of fishery product smuggling”, Yanus added.

The cooperation with law enforcement agencies as it is being carried out today, he added gives him confidence that the surveillance and handling of drug trafficking at Ngurah Rai airport can be fully optimized.

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bali, Bangli. Ketut Purna who has been instrumental in this process, said that as of a week ago a path to the waterfalls has been opened.

He explained that local residents have been bathing at these waterfalls for a very long time but that acces was not easy until recently. Since the road and path have been opened, children have been coming the waterfall in droves. “Now, almost every day, children from our village come here to bathe. Sometimes, they also help us cleanup the area”, said this man who also popularised Kiningan waterfall.

Purna added that he is eager to make this waterfalls into a tourist attraction as a way to boost the local economy. Chief of Jelekungkang customary village, Wayan Wirya, confrimed that although the waterfall has been there for a very long time,

it is only very recently that it has been made more accessible. “ It is Mr. Purna who took the initiative to arrange the area and I myself only found out a few days ago about his plan to make it inot a tourist attraction” siad Chief Wirya, who added that quite possibly the customary village authorities whoudl manage the site in the future.

However, he explained that for the time being they are just seeing how things go. “For the now we do not know what management will look like. If things go well, perhaps it will be taken over by the customary village.

Let’s see how things progress” stated Wirya.

As observation recently, the path to the waterfall is quite steep with the path leading along a steep precipice that is only accessible by foot. The water of this 25 foot waterfall is very clear.

Jelekungkang waterfall has begun to be arranged and made into a tourist attraction.

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

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grows and produces good seeds as well. “Conceptually, this exhibition is the beginning of the movement of Balinese female artists.

Hopefully, the space provided by the art center can be utilized by female artists in Bali,” he said.

Artist Ni Nyoman Sani said it serves as the beginning of positive movement to move forward.

As an artist, she never keeps silent in art creativity and so does Ni Luh Gde Vony Dewi Sri Partani.

This self-taught artist appreciated to the space given by the art center to showcase her works, so that they can be introduced to the art lovers.

Citra Sasmita encouraged the emergence of exhibition events

Balinese women do not only take care of family, cook, do socio-religious activities or accompany their husband. If given the opportunity, they are also able to show off their talent just like men. Just have a look at the action of 14 female artists showcasing their works at the Denpasar Art Center. The creative women present 30 artworks for five days starting on Wednesday (May 31) through Sunday (Jun 4).

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hey are Satya Cipta, Ni Wayan Penawati, Ni Nyoman Sani, DAE Savitri Sastrawan, Ni Nyoman Emy Agus Triani, Citra Sasmita, Ayu Putu Feny Abrina Putri, Ni Putu Eni Astiarini, Manik Suryani, Ni Made Kurniati Andika, Ni Wayan Ugi

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Gayali Sugantika, Ni Komang Atmi Kristiadewi, Ni Luh Gde Vony Dewi Sri Partani and IGPA Mirah Rahmawati.

The exhibition featured the theme Luwih Utaming Luh (literally, the virtue of women). Other than being a venue for creativity, it

for female artists in Bali that are managed professionally. Apart from the busyness, the Balinese female artists never stop working.

“We really hope there will be more art activities either workshops, exhibitions or competitions,” she hoped.

Meanwhile, Division Head of the Art Presentation of the Art Center, Dewa Ayu, said that featuring and glorifying women is one of the ways to express gratitude to God and poses a shared responsibility in maintaining the whole universe of His creation.

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also responds to the unrest among female artists in Bali because they lack of space to appreciate their works in an exhibition. The exhibition was also filled in with a one-day workshop. “The exhibition space for the Balinese female artists is given by the ministry of education and culture through the Bali art center unit,” said the exhibition curator, Made Bakti Wiyasa, on Monday (May 29).

Bakti Wiyasa explained that women and art are two inseparable entities. Women in Balinese language /luh/ is a source or seeds that must be sown, guarded, planted and fertilized properly, so she

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Detail of work Keliki Werda Jana Kerti Artists Association N line with its mission to preserve and promote traditional Balinese art in the contemporary context, Museum Puri Lukisan’s “Keliki: Exhibition: Werdi Jana Kerti “ presents an impressive collection of so called miniature drawings and paintings from about 60 different artists all of whom reside in Keliki village. The large number of artists participating in this exhibition in fact only represent a small number of all the artists of Keliki who produce works in this style. The Keliki School of Miniature painting founded in the early

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1980’s has played an important role in allowing the art of Keliki village to flourish.

Traditional Balinese painting in its purest form was originally intended for religious use, either as illustrations for religious scripts known as lontar or for amulet-like ornaments for shrines and other places. But, over the last century this intricate and specific form of art developed into different styles of painting that allow for more personal freedom of expression and that also serve different functions, including providing for the tourist market.

As witnessed in this exhibition however, we can see that despite the influence of the tourism market, the themes depicted in these art works still retains the religious lore of Bali as a point of reference and prominent theme. Also, the extreme patience, skill and dedication required to produce these mindbogglingly intricate drawings also speaks to the spiritual roots of this artistic style. It is only in the spirit of religious devotion that such intricate and aesthetically balanced artworks could come to light.

The works featured in this exhibition are from artists from the Werdi Jana Kerti Artists’ Association who came together a few years ago to help support one and other in maintaining the integrity of this style. As one gazes more and more deeply into the scenes depicted by these dedicated artists, one cannot help but wonder how on earth they managed to squeeze so much beauty into such a small space -much the same way that many visitors to this island feel as they find endless things of beauty to discover in Bali.

Keliki Exhibition: Werdi Jana Kerti will be showing at Puri Lukisan Ubud until June 28, 2017.

Jalan Raya Ubud. Note: do not be scared off by the large number of tourist buses in the parking lot, most of the passengers have only come to enjoy lunch in the beautiful garden of the museum. B N

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“Paradise Island”

Gde Palgunadi palgunadigde@yahoo.com ews regarding the raids to a discotheque located downtown Denpasar had become viral in social media a few days ago. Moreover, when raided by police, it was found hundreds of thousands of ecstasy pills being ready to be marketed.

It is quite pathetic. When the world today is still vigorously fighting against the attack of the threat of drugs, such illicit goods are even coming in front of our eyes.

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Furama Villas & Spa Equipped with Furama Organic Farm

tination, Bali has always been long targeted by drug dealers.

Initially, it was made into transit point. However, now it has been transformed into the market.

This kind of condition is very counter-productive when viewing Bali as a paradise. It is not Paradise Island for drug dealer. Similarly, it is not a heaven to enjoy drugs. Bali is Bali with a certain aspect of tourism having become the trademark from time immemorial.

Bali is a place where tourists can enjoy non-drug culture. If now Bali is said to be very familiar with drugs, certainly this becomes a serious slap. Bali is not famous because people are able to get and use drugs anywhere.

All-permissive condition seems to have given such an impression today. There is an impression that people can do anything in Bali. It includes the violation against the law because it involves many unscrupulous officers, officials and their community.

This should be prevented. Bali is famous not due to notorious thing. It is not a Paradise Island where people can violate the laws as they wish. B N

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Tourists plant trees at Furama Organic Farm. urama Villas & Spa has now had a new facility named Furama Organic Farm. This educational attraction is unique as offering different concept namely the miniature of Bali Island with eight districts and

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a municipality along with their distinctive plant. Each district has different plants. “We want to teach guests about Bali through this garden,” said the General Manager Wayan Sumandia amid the inauguration of the Furama

Organic Farm on Tuesday (Jun 6).

Inauguration of the agro farm coincided with the tenth anniversary of the Furama Villas & Spa marked with the planting of typical tree owned by each district by tourists and invited guests. It has been cultivated across 1,800 square meters of land since three months ago. “It used to be an unproductive paddy field due to oversupply of water, so there was an idea to make this garden. It happens to become a tradition where every checking-out guest must plant trees. As a result, it needs another land, and then appears this agro farm,” said Sumandia.

Existence of this Furama Organic Farm is also expected to affect the environment of Furama, especially children. Every month, it will invite elementary school children to learn about plants, how to grow crops and others, so they know about the types and life of the plants. “Each district in Bali has different plants. In the future, this agro farm will become educational tour and research center

for world researchers because the concept of this plant is based on Bali agriculture agency,” he asserted.

He added the tenth celebration of the Furama Villas & Spa was started by carrying out joint prayers at Pucak Mangu Temple, balloon release, cycling and pilgrimage to West Bali. There are also internal competition of the big family, aid provision to elderly at Bindu village and free health checkup by inviting doctor and a visit to disabled people.

In the tenth year, it also provides education to elementary school students related to tourism, hotels and agro tours as well as school mentoring, scholarship to students achieving the first, sec-

ond and third rank. “Starting last April, theoretical education was stopped because they were invited directly to the field, so they know the form and atmosphere of the original hotel and not just a theory,” he said.

Especially for CSR, continued Sumandia, currently the Furama also provides assistance for people who care about wild dogs. A mother who guards and rescues the dogs is given a help. “Furama is just like the adoptive father of Bindu village. This village has the potential of attractions like tubing, healing, organic plants and the newly inaugurated agro farm that will become integrated tourism activities at Bindu tourism village,” he concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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riya Santrian aims to maintain as balanced harmony in regards to its environment while still maintaining its age old Balinese values. One of the activities done is planting rare trees, Bidara and Soursop trees, in the Griya Santrian garden by guests accompanied with Griya Santrian Management on Thursday, May 25. This was held in line with commemorating repeater guest visits, the 50th visit Mr. Bob Brown and the 30th visit of Mr. and Mrs. John Armstrong. B N (BTN/r)

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The rice field in Banyuatis Village, Banjar District-Buleleng is still quite wide. Along with the development of tourism, in the surrounding began to appear accomodation. The rice fields become one of the tourist attraction. Looks on the picture tourists looking down to plant rice traditionally in rice fields at this area. B N (BTN / kmb)

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FRii Bali Echo Beach offers a unique stay, nestled in the famous Echo Beach, a new tourist destination in Bali, Canggu. It extends a memorable adventure for those who love to challenge themselves and catch some waves with surfboard in grasp. “All the surfers indeed enjoy the stay at FRii Bali Echo Beach. They commonly stay for two to three days at FRii Bali Echo Beach,” said the Sales & Marketing Manager, Yanie Prabawati.

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For activity options, FRii Bali Echo Beach offers surfing, yoga, bike riding, horseriding and cross fit where they are adjusted to the environment of Canggu area. “Indeed all the activities are good to be held here as supported by nature and positive aura. On that account, we deliberately prepare the facilities here, so that guests can do it here pleasantly and conveniently,” added Yanie, who is also a former writer.

Aside from unique rooms and activities, FRii Bali Echo Beach also offers dining option at Seaduction Rooftop Bar & Lounge serving Western, Asian, and Indonesian cuisines. Here, all guests can enjoy delicious food and get the right spot to chill out while seeing ocean view from the rooftop. “Besides, the hotel also provides other facilities including 2 swimming pools with a pool bar, free internet access, surfboard rental, lockers for surfboards if guests bring their own and free parking space,” she concluded.

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Drawing at Grand Ixora Kuta Resort hese children are very creative and full of imagination. Though remaining young, they are able to express nature and life in the world onto paper medium. Their colors, ideas and shapes are unique. That’s the coloring and drawing activity of children at kindergarten and elementary school to fill in their holiday at Grand Ixora Kuta on Sunday (Jun 4).

This contest involved 26 participants from various schools.

The children of 4-12 years old participated in the coloring contest and continued the picture. The competition is divided into three categories namely coloring contest with the category of 4-6 years old, category of 7-10 years old and the contest of resuming picture aged 10-12 years old. “This competition is our weekly event with the aim of brand sounding for the Grand Ixora Hotel,” said General Manager of

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Budhiratmanu added that such an event also provides young people with a channel for their talents into positive things, so as to support the more dynamic future in today’s

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Where to Go...

Maospahit Temple

DENPASAR In the City

aospahit Temple is located on the southern part of Denpasar. This is an old Hindu Balinese temple and the main gate was made of brick relief. The statue is made of clay representing a big Chinese man, a demon and a mythical bird (burung Garuda). The main entrance to the temple on Dr Sutomo Street, is opened only on festival days. The oldest part of this temple was brought from Majahpahit when Bali was under the influence of the biggest Majapahit Kingdom.

The name of Maospahit Temple

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e Mayeur Museum was established by a Belgium artist, Le Mayeur de Merpres. It is about 200 meters to the north of The Grand Bali Beach Hotel, Sanur.

Museum Le Mayeur is easily found, located right on the beach-

front in Sanur.

The compound features structures in Balinese architecture that houses well over eighty artworks categorized into five different collections based on the mediums that Le Mayeur used, such as hardboard, plywood, canvas and paper. Most

Let’s Go to Buleleng..!

Enjoy the Beautiful Marine Park of Pemuteran

is derived from Bhatara Maospahit, thedescent divinities (dewa) of Balinese. On the left of the gate is a pillar with relief of a big demon and this pillar is made of bricks.

Maospahit Temple had been reconstructed in order to meet the Balinese culture. The style of the gates are not the same as its origin when it was built during the power of Majapahit. Relief of Garuda witha Picher of the elixir water Amerta is located on the main gates in the west part of the temple complex.

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The Museum of Le Mayeur of the paintings in his collection feature bare-breasted women, and not all were the results of inspiration in Bali, as he had travelled the world prior to calling the island his home.

Le Mayeur de Merpres (1880– 1958) arrived in Bali in 1932. Three years later, he met and married the beautiful Legong dancer Ni Polok when she was just 15. They lived in this compound, which houses the museum, when Sanur was still a quiet fishing village. After the artist’s death, Ni Polok lived in the house until she died in 1985.

The house is an interesting example of Balinese-style architecture – notice the beautifully carved window shutters that recount the story of Rama and Sita from the Ramayana. Despite security (some of Le Mayeur paintings have sold for US$150,000) and conservation problems, almost 90 of Le Mayeur’s paintings are displayed inside the

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Bali Museum Bali Museum is located right next door to Jaganata Temple and in this museum you will find a lot of the ancient artifacts of prehistory which have very high artistic value. The collection in this museum provides a different experience on your tour. If the museum is not opened on the day of your tour, we will offer the alternative to visit Bali An Center to see the biggest open theater in Denpasar town. BTN museum in a naturalistic Balinese interior of woven fibres.

Some of Le Mayeur’s early works are impressionist paintings from his travels in Africa, India, the Mediterranean and the South Pacific. Paintings from his early period in Bali are romantic depictions of daily life

and beautiful Balinese women – often Ni Polok. The works from the 1950s are in much better condition, displaying the vibrant colours that later became popular with young Balinese artists. Look for the haunting black-and-white photos of Ni Polok. BTN

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ith the longest coastline in Bali, Buleleng has many leading marine tourism spots including Pemuteran Vuallge, Gerokgak, 55km west of the town of Singaraja in North Bali. Gerokgak is renowned as a marine conservation area and especially for their artificial bio-rock coral reef project. The local community along with some fondations are active in managing the conservatino of th coral reef.

Head of the Buleleng Tourism Office, Nyoman Sutrisna, explained that Pemuteran is a tourist area set among clusters of hills and includes a stretch of strategic coastline along bali’s north sea. Pemuteran now has a unerwater park that can be reached by charted boat in about 15 minutes from Pemuteran. Diving and snorkeling are the leading attrcactions here along with the charm of the undersea park of Menjagan Island. Many underwater caves of varying sizes are located here with a myriad of colorful coral reef and other marine biota.

The marine park, said Sutrisna was created to provide homes for fish. “With faster growign coral reef, fish can also spawn faster”, he explained. With fish having homes they can live a healthy life and add to ecosystem of marine biota which in turn attracts more tourists ot come and visit Pemuteran. On eof the attractions for divers here is an underwater temple complete with 33 statues of gods, elephant fish and bedawang nala. “There are a tunnel as well as various domes so that fish can live comfortably” he added. Come to Buleleng and enjoy the beauty of Pemuteran Marine Park. BTN (BTN/win)

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

GIANYAR

The Center of Art

IRCRAFTS are a means of transportation that are usually only encountered at airports. Not everyone has had the experience of boarding an airplane, but now even thouse simply wishing to dine out can see a Boeing 737-400 up close at Keramas Aero Park where such a craft has been converted into a restaurant.

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Mangrove Forest at Budeng and Perancak, Potential for Nature and Education Tourism

Keramas Aero Park,

Restaurant in Boeing 737-400 Aircraft karisma, Operational Manager of Keramas Aero Park Bali, explains that the park officially opened on October 15, 2016 with the idea of offering guests something different than other tourist destinations complete with supporting facilities and infrastructure to pamper during their visit.

“Because Keramas Aero Park is located close to the beach, visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature as well as the unique atmosphere of an airplane without having to go to the airport or buy a ticket” said Sankarisma, adding: that “the Boeing 737-400 aircraft that has been converted into an educational tourist destination and restaurant, attracts people from all over. Ginayar’s new tourist destination offers bar, breakfast lunch and dinner with 32 different menu items and also

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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he river at Perancak which is fed by several rivers in Jembrana is home to a mangrove Bull-racing Center forest Local residents often visit this river that flows through Budeng Village and Perancek on the weekedn to enjoy their leisure time. The mangrove forest has the potential to be developped into an eco-tourism destination. So far however this potential has yet to be tapped.

Head of the Research Institute for Marine Observation (BPOL), I Nyoman Radiarta, said one hectare of land there that is owned by the BPOL (Seacorm) was deliberately planted woth mangrove decades ago.

The mangrove forest also grows on land owned by Angkasa Pura and on state owned land.

The Ministry of Maritime Affaris and Fisheries (KKP) has also been doing research on this mangrove area.

“There are both natural and human-planted mangroves here. Reearch has shown that these plants have different characteristics and produce different types of carbon”, said Radiarta who is also a doctorate program alumnus from the Bogor Agricultural University (IPB). Resaerch ont eh mangrove forest, he added has included basic identification and issues related to global wwarming; althought eh area of the mangrove forest is quite small, it provides a significant continution to carbin stocking.

The mangrove forest that surrounds the BPOL office has become habitat for aquatic animals such as crabs, birds and others. There is a lot of potential for developing this foret into a nature –based tourism destination. Hopefull the foret area will be manged in a sustainable way, continue to increase in area and be of financial benefit to the surrounding communities, though tourism but also by developping mangrove based products such as dyes for batiking, chips and juice.

The coastal area of Perancak is home to one of Bali’s four mangrove forests. The other three are located in the West Bali National Park (TNBB), Nusa Penida and (Tahura) Ngurah Rai grand forest park in Denpasar. Although parts of these mangrove forests are owned by Seacrom, so far there is no prohibition on entering these areas.

In the past they were deplorable cases of illegal mangrove logging. “From the outside these forests appear lush but with satellite imagery we can see that they have been damaged. If one day we create a jogging track through the forest here, maybe the people who committed these destructive acts will think twice about doing it again” explained Radiarta.

Garbage disposal issues are another problem that needs to be addressed together.

It is comon to see garbage floating down the Prancak River which then gets caught in the magroves. Recently, various nature loving communites joined forces to clean up the mangrove area. A number of sites that had been used as illegal garnage dump sites had sign boards put up warnign people not to litter. BTN

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Jembrana Government Office: Surapati Street No. 1 Jembrana Telp. (0365) 41210 Fax: (0365) 41010 Email: jembranatourism@yahoo.com, Website : jembranakab.go.id

Bali Blues Festival 2017 echoes peace ali Blues Festival 2017 conveys a message of peace to the country.

Day one of the Bali Blues Festival 2017 on the Peninsula Island, Nusa Dua, on Friday (May 26), invited the audience and the people of Indonesia to pray and deliver a message of peace after the bomb blast at Kampung Melayu.

Bali Blues Festival started around 17:00 Local Time, where the North Bali Cross Road group opened the two-day event. On the first day, a number of high-profile musicians, such as Gugun Blues Shelter made its performance at the end. Previously, there was collaboration between Balawan, a Balinese musician, and Gilang Ramadhan, Bali Guitar Club, Dialog Dini Hari, Ika & The Soulbrothers, Raw Earth Singapore as well as Ronald Gang.

Approximately at 19:30, Tri Utami, vocalist of the legendary Krakatau group was asked to lead the prayers from the stage by Deputy Overseas Marketing of the Ministry of Tourism, I Gde Pitana, and the board of directors of the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and a number of artists.

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offers special packages for larger groups”.

Sangkarisma also added that Keramas Aero Park also has a beach club where visitors can relax as they gather with colleagues, friends or family.

The Boeing 737-400 with a ca-

pacity for 250 passengers was purchased from Juanda International Airport for IDR 3 billion -a fairly large sum for a wrecked aircraft.

This rare purchase has allowed Keramas Aero Park to become the unique tourist destination that it is today.

Visitors should not miss the opportunity to experience this attraction that gives the impression of different destinations while enjoying delicious food and the wonderful scenery of rice paddy fields and beach.

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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

forgetting what happened. Everybody, let’s terminate the debate on diversity, fighting.

Let’s think of commonality and togetherness, we’re here no need to ask where we come from, whose children we are or what religion we belong to,” said Tri Utami who then sang the Hindu hymns, Tri Sandhya, om bhur bvah svah and Indonesia Raya anthem.

President Director of the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), Abdulbar M. Mansoer, said that music as a universal language is not distinguishing by religion, tribe and class. There is no limit, through this blues music concert in Nusa Dua he would like to disseminate the spirit of togetherness in Bali, a safe island.

Bali Blues Festival 2017 conveyed a message of peace through fraternity by Balinese, national and international artists. “I do hope this spectacular event could become the beginning of peace throughout Indonesia, chiefly Bali,” he said.

Prof. Dr. I Gede Pitana as Deputy Overseas Marketing of Minister of Tourism also conveyed the message of peace through music.

People should not be afraid and should unite in the face of terror as happened in Jakarta.

Bali Blues Festival 2017 conveys a message of peace to the country.

He urged the entire community to care for and fight for human values, justice, peace and brotherhood. “We also urge police and Indonesian military (TNI) to be available and able to take action against any kind of hate speech and defamation of the values and symbols of the state because these things become some points for the entrance into radicalism and its

actions today,” he said.

Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, also conveyed the message of peace. He stated to be proud of the Bali Blues Festival 2017. Next year, his office planned to combine the Maritime Cultural Festival and Bali Blues Festival. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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Spice by Chris Salans to Open in Seminyak This Year

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he Chris Salans Group, helmed by celebrity chef Chris Salans, is excited to announce that the third outlet of Spice by Chris Salans will open in July 2017 in Seminyak, the fashionable beach town on Bali’s southwest coast. Spice

by Chris Salans is a stylish gastro-bar serving innovative drinks and a cuisine based on the surprising flavors and healing properties of Indonesia’s aromatic roots, herbs, and spices.

June 9 - 22, 2017

Business and Leisure

It is an affordable way to experience the genius of Chris Salans’s internationally acclaimed cuisine based on Indonesian flavors and French techniques, made famous by his flagship Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique in Ubud, central Bali. It is a culinary approach that has now become an influential movement and propelled Chef Salans to celebrity in Southeast Asia and beyond.

The first Spice by Chris Salans was opened in Ubud, where it be-

came so popular that it was soon followed by another in Sanur.

Now a new outlet is in preparation in Seminyak, widely known as the island’s heartland of glamor. Spice by Chris Salans is a natural for Seminyak, with its smart hotels and restaurants, its hip spas and beach clubs, and its urban lifestyle.

Foodies love Spice not only for its imaginative cuisine and “funky drinks,” but also for the collaboration between the chef and the mixologist, who are happy to confer with guests and to design bespoke cocktails that pair ingeniously with a particular dish. The venue on Jalan Batu Belig is in the heart of the vibrant beachside scene.

The concept of Spice by Chris Salans is food sharing and paired cocktails built around fresh ingredients, whole spices, and fine imported spirits. There is also a good selection of wines.

Some of the most popular signature dishes are Crispy Pork Belly with turmeric dressing and dukkah spice; Bangkuang Dumplings; Tapioca Root Fries; and Slipper Lobster with curryleaf butter and tempé.

The ambiance at Spice is casual, happy, and upbeat.

Guests are welcomed heartily with greetings in Balinese and looked after by friendly and

well-informed staff. The décor is sleek and creative. Interiors at Spice are air-conditioned, with the option to sit at a private table or the bar and watch the chefs at work. From breakfast until late at

night, Spice at Chris Salans is a vibrant place to gather with friends for good times and an eclectic culinary adventure that excites all the senses. B N (BTN/r)

LOOKING BACK

Ngurah Rai Airport Holds Clean Friday

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Theme of Dharma Shanti of Caka 1939 Nyepi Celebration in Tabanan C

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elebration of the Nyepi feast day for Hindus has very important significance to reflect on the nature and meaning of life. Aside from becoming a moment of introspection, it also poses a self-evaluation to purify the soul from all kinds of unfavorable behavior. This was revealed by the regent of Tabanan when giving a speech in the Dharma Shanti of Caka 1939 Nyepi Celebration on Monday (May 29).

Regent Eka said that all the moral, spiritual and wisdom messages in a series of the celebration of Nyepi feast day essentially remain relevant in the present era.

Refreshment and enlightenment for the Hindus is very important in the effort to keep high peace, tolerance and harmony in the life of society.

As a heterogeneous area, explained Regent Eka, Tabanan with diverse cultural, ethnicity and religious background should strengthen the sense of brotherhood and kinship. “The bond is very important, not only for the Hindus, but also for other religious people,” she added.

One thing to be proud of is that Tabanan district is one of the five districts / cities in Indonesia having achieved the Harmony Award from the ministry of religious affairs. It serves as an ap-

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preciation of central government for the application of religious harmony in Tabanan. “If this can be maintained, our life will certainly be tranquilized, made happy and finally we can realize the vision of Tabanan district known as SERASI (Indonesian acronym for prosperous, secure and excellent),” said Regent Eka. Chairman of Hindu Dharma Council of Indonesia (PHDI) Bali, Prof. IGN Sudiana, said that the meaning of Nyepi is silent. “Whoever is able to reconcile with silence, he or she will be at peace with himself or herself and at peace with others. Life will maintain brotherhood,” said Prof. Sudiana briefly when reviewing the meaning of Nyepi.

In addition to being filled with hospitality events, the Dharma Shanti activity was also resumed with the handover of donation by Regent Eka to eleven high priests represented by the delegates of the PHDI Tabanan. The activity took place at the front yard of the regent’s official residence and was attended by a number of community leaders, such as King of Tabanan Ida Cokorda Anglurah Tabanan, regional leadership coordination forum (Forkominda), interfaith concord forum and religious leaders. B N (BTN/015)

Airport, Yanus SuprayoG Rai gi, led in person the Clean

Friday activity on the airside of the Ngurah Rai Airport. The Clean Friday activity remaining in this series of that Pancasila Week involved 300 people consisting of the officials, employees, subsidiaries and airport community representatives.

Like troops, all the participants

in red and white costumes simultaneously combed the airside area including the area of aircraft parking and service road. “We want the spirit of Pancasila can also be applied in the airport operations.

Our activity this morning is one of them. We want to ensure the sanitation of airside from the hazard to safeguard the flight safety,” said Yanus on Friday (Jun 2).

From this Clean Friday activ-

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chool Holiday Package 2017 is one of the best deals that currently offers by H Sovereign Bali. All with great dining, well stylish accommodation and attractive kid’s activities is definitely the place for family to be during the school break at H Sovereign Bali.

School Holiday Package is including incredible benefits such as Breakfast at our Kitchen Meliwis, Return Airport Transfer Service, Free shuttle to Kuta and Seminyak, Free entry to Circus Waterpark Kuta, 20% discount for all spa treatment, 15% discount Food & Beverages. Complimentary free Wi-Fi is also provided in-room and throughout the resort.

This Package Valid from 15 June 2017 – 15 July 2017. More information and reservation for

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Sunset Ngabuburit at The Lighthouse Rooftop

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he month of fasting is coming soon, and people are getting ready to welcoming the holy month of Ramadhan. As it is the period of Moslem to fast everyday from sunrise to sunset, Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence invites to celebrate Ramadhan and release the fast with Sunset Ngabuburit All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at the Lighthouse Rooftop 7th floor starting from 25 May 2017 until 24 June 2017.

Known for its magical sunset

view, The Lighthouse Rooftop is a perfect place to spend the time while waiting the maghrib time to release your fasting. Take your pick, indulge in an eat-all-youcan style of feast. The buffet is a boon and thrifty dinner features a wide selection of Indonesian Food starts from 6 PM to 9 PM. Stuffing the hungry stomach with light food as appetizer such as banana kolak, caramel pudding, fresh ice cantaloupe, green tea bread, dates and many more, with

located on the east side of Puputan Square, was built in 1931 by architect P.J. Moojen, and stands near the site of the former Royal Palace as a memorial of the Dutch intervention of 1906 when the palace was burnt to the ground after the Puputan. The walls and courtyard of the Bali Museum are modeled on those of the former palace.

There are four main buildings inside the museum each housing artifacts from different parts of Bali including; masks and musical instruments from Tabanan, sculptures and paintings from Karangasem, textiles form Bueleleng, as well as archeological finds and other traditional Balinese objects. The Bali Museum is open everyday from 9-5. B N

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“School Holiday Package 2017 at H Sovereign Bali”

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Regent of Tabanan Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti (left)

ity, Yanus assessed that the airside is fairly clean from foreign object debris (FOD) which has an impact on aviation safety. The results obtained are in the form of rubber tires, paper and plastic. “Togetherness like this is the key to the success of airport operations. This unity is for the sake of safety, security and smooth flight,” he concluded. B N

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light snack such as fried jack fruit, risoles, lumpia, martabak, fried banana, vegetable bakwan, etc.

With selections of traditional Indonesian Food main course such as honey grilled chicken, siomay, chicken noodle, balado egg, batagor, empek-empek, vegetable, soto, rawon and more, which constantly vary everyday with different selections only for IDR 75,000 per person, you can help yourself for unlimited portions for the moments of passionate and indulgence.

“We want to reward our guest after a full day fasting with a sumptuous feast that will satisfied their hunger and thirst, and refresh their day so they can face another fasting for the following days” said Arif, Head Chef Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence.

You can enjoy this deal with special offers BUY 2 GET 1 Free and get 20% gift voucher discount for all-you-can-eat BBQ and Balinese Buffet every day. Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence also provide praying room facilities for Moslem at the sixth floor. For reservation, you can contact +62 361 754 999 or email to info@astonkuta.com for more information. B N (BTN/r)

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Spice by Chris Salans to Open in Seminyak This Year

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he Chris Salans Group, helmed by celebrity chef Chris Salans, is excited to announce that the third outlet of Spice by Chris Salans will open in July 2017 in Seminyak, the fashionable beach town on Bali’s southwest coast. Spice

by Chris Salans is a stylish gastro-bar serving innovative drinks and a cuisine based on the surprising flavors and healing properties of Indonesia’s aromatic roots, herbs, and spices.

June 9 - 22, 2017

Business and Leisure

It is an affordable way to experience the genius of Chris Salans’s internationally acclaimed cuisine based on Indonesian flavors and French techniques, made famous by his flagship Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique in Ubud, central Bali. It is a culinary approach that has now become an influential movement and propelled Chef Salans to celebrity in Southeast Asia and beyond.

The first Spice by Chris Salans was opened in Ubud, where it be-

came so popular that it was soon followed by another in Sanur.

Now a new outlet is in preparation in Seminyak, widely known as the island’s heartland of glamor. Spice by Chris Salans is a natural for Seminyak, with its smart hotels and restaurants, its hip spas and beach clubs, and its urban lifestyle.

Foodies love Spice not only for its imaginative cuisine and “funky drinks,” but also for the collaboration between the chef and the mixologist, who are happy to confer with guests and to design bespoke cocktails that pair ingeniously with a particular dish. The venue on Jalan Batu Belig is in the heart of the vibrant beachside scene.

The concept of Spice by Chris Salans is food sharing and paired cocktails built around fresh ingredients, whole spices, and fine imported spirits. There is also a good selection of wines.

Some of the most popular signature dishes are Crispy Pork Belly with turmeric dressing and dukkah spice; Bangkuang Dumplings; Tapioca Root Fries; and Slipper Lobster with curryleaf butter and tempé.

The ambiance at Spice is casual, happy, and upbeat.

Guests are welcomed heartily with greetings in Balinese and looked after by friendly and

well-informed staff. The décor is sleek and creative. Interiors at Spice are air-conditioned, with the option to sit at a private table or the bar and watch the chefs at work. From breakfast until late at

night, Spice at Chris Salans is a vibrant place to gather with friends for good times and an eclectic culinary adventure that excites all the senses. B N (BTN/r)

LOOKING BACK

Ngurah Rai Airport Holds Clean Friday

T Museum, he

Snapper Carpaccio, Tamarind Croutons, Rujak

BTN/ist

Brotherhood

Theme of Dharma Shanti of Caka 1939 Nyepi Celebration in Tabanan C

Did you know ?

Bali Museum

eneral Manager of Ngurah

elebration of the Nyepi feast day for Hindus has very important significance to reflect on the nature and meaning of life. Aside from becoming a moment of introspection, it also poses a self-evaluation to purify the soul from all kinds of unfavorable behavior. This was revealed by the regent of Tabanan when giving a speech in the Dharma Shanti of Caka 1939 Nyepi Celebration on Monday (May 29).

Regent Eka said that all the moral, spiritual and wisdom messages in a series of the celebration of Nyepi feast day essentially remain relevant in the present era.

Refreshment and enlightenment for the Hindus is very important in the effort to keep high peace, tolerance and harmony in the life of society.

As a heterogeneous area, explained Regent Eka, Tabanan with diverse cultural, ethnicity and religious background should strengthen the sense of brotherhood and kinship. “The bond is very important, not only for the Hindus, but also for other religious people,” she added.

One thing to be proud of is that Tabanan district is one of the five districts / cities in Indonesia having achieved the Harmony Award from the ministry of religious affairs. It serves as an ap-

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preciation of central government for the application of religious harmony in Tabanan. “If this can be maintained, our life will certainly be tranquilized, made happy and finally we can realize the vision of Tabanan district known as SERASI (Indonesian acronym for prosperous, secure and excellent),” said Regent Eka. Chairman of Hindu Dharma Council of Indonesia (PHDI) Bali, Prof. IGN Sudiana, said that the meaning of Nyepi is silent. “Whoever is able to reconcile with silence, he or she will be at peace with himself or herself and at peace with others. Life will maintain brotherhood,” said Prof. Sudiana briefly when reviewing the meaning of Nyepi.

In addition to being filled with hospitality events, the Dharma Shanti activity was also resumed with the handover of donation by Regent Eka to eleven high priests represented by the delegates of the PHDI Tabanan. The activity took place at the front yard of the regent’s official residence and was attended by a number of community leaders, such as King of Tabanan Ida Cokorda Anglurah Tabanan, regional leadership coordination forum (Forkominda), interfaith concord forum and religious leaders. B N (BTN/015)

Airport, Yanus SuprayoG Rai gi, led in person the Clean

Friday activity on the airside of the Ngurah Rai Airport. The Clean Friday activity remaining in this series of that Pancasila Week involved 300 people consisting of the officials, employees, subsidiaries and airport community representatives.

Like troops, all the participants

in red and white costumes simultaneously combed the airside area including the area of aircraft parking and service road. “We want the spirit of Pancasila can also be applied in the airport operations.

Our activity this morning is one of them. We want to ensure the sanitation of airside from the hazard to safeguard the flight safety,” said Yanus on Friday (Jun 2).

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Sunset Ngabuburit at The Lighthouse Rooftop

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he month of fasting is coming soon, and people are getting ready to welcoming the holy month of Ramadhan. As it is the period of Moslem to fast everyday from sunrise to sunset, Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence invites to celebrate Ramadhan and release the fast with Sunset Ngabuburit All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at the Lighthouse Rooftop 7th floor starting from 25 May 2017 until 24 June 2017.

Known for its magical sunset

view, The Lighthouse Rooftop is a perfect place to spend the time while waiting the maghrib time to release your fasting. Take your pick, indulge in an eat-all-youcan style of feast. The buffet is a boon and thrifty dinner features a wide selection of Indonesian Food starts from 6 PM to 9 PM. Stuffing the hungry stomach with light food as appetizer such as banana kolak, caramel pudding, fresh ice cantaloupe, green tea bread, dates and many more, with

located on the east side of Puputan Square, was built in 1931 by architect P.J. Moojen, and stands near the site of the former Royal Palace as a memorial of the Dutch intervention of 1906 when the palace was burnt to the ground after the Puputan. The walls and courtyard of the Bali Museum are modeled on those of the former palace.

There are four main buildings inside the museum each housing artifacts from different parts of Bali including; masks and musical instruments from Tabanan, sculptures and paintings from Karangasem, textiles form Bueleleng, as well as archeological finds and other traditional Balinese objects. The Bali Museum is open everyday from 9-5. B N

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Regent of Tabanan Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti (left)

ity, Yanus assessed that the airside is fairly clean from foreign object debris (FOD) which has an impact on aviation safety. The results obtained are in the form of rubber tires, paper and plastic. “Togetherness like this is the key to the success of airport operations. This unity is for the sake of safety, security and smooth flight,” he concluded. B N

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light snack such as fried jack fruit, risoles, lumpia, martabak, fried banana, vegetable bakwan, etc.

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“We want to reward our guest after a full day fasting with a sumptuous feast that will satisfied their hunger and thirst, and refresh their day so they can face another fasting for the following days” said Arif, Head Chef Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence.

You can enjoy this deal with special offers BUY 2 GET 1 Free and get 20% gift voucher discount for all-you-can-eat BBQ and Balinese Buffet every day. Aston Kuta Hotel & Residence also provide praying room facilities for Moslem at the sixth floor. For reservation, you can contact +62 361 754 999 or email to info@astonkuta.com for more information. B N (BTN/r)

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Where to Go...

Maospahit Temple

DENPASAR In the City

aospahit Temple is located on the southern part of Denpasar. This is an old Hindu Balinese temple and the main gate was made of brick relief. The statue is made of clay representing a big Chinese man, a demon and a mythical bird (burung Garuda). The main entrance to the temple on Dr Sutomo Street, is opened only on festival days. The oldest part of this temple was brought from Majahpahit when Bali was under the influence of the biggest Majapahit Kingdom.

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e Mayeur Museum was established by a Belgium artist, Le Mayeur de Merpres. It is about 200 meters to the north of The Grand Bali Beach Hotel, Sanur.

Museum Le Mayeur is easily found, located right on the beach-

front in Sanur.

The compound features structures in Balinese architecture that houses well over eighty artworks categorized into five different collections based on the mediums that Le Mayeur used, such as hardboard, plywood, canvas and paper. Most

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Enjoy the Beautiful Marine Park of Pemuteran

is derived from Bhatara Maospahit, thedescent divinities (dewa) of Balinese. On the left of the gate is a pillar with relief of a big demon and this pillar is made of bricks.

Maospahit Temple had been reconstructed in order to meet the Balinese culture. The style of the gates are not the same as its origin when it was built during the power of Majapahit. Relief of Garuda witha Picher of the elixir water Amerta is located on the main gates in the west part of the temple complex.

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The Museum of Le Mayeur of the paintings in his collection feature bare-breasted women, and not all were the results of inspiration in Bali, as he had travelled the world prior to calling the island his home.

Le Mayeur de Merpres (1880– 1958) arrived in Bali in 1932. Three years later, he met and married the beautiful Legong dancer Ni Polok when she was just 15. They lived in this compound, which houses the museum, when Sanur was still a quiet fishing village. After the artist’s death, Ni Polok lived in the house until she died in 1985.

The house is an interesting example of Balinese-style architecture – notice the beautifully carved window shutters that recount the story of Rama and Sita from the Ramayana. Despite security (some of Le Mayeur paintings have sold for US$150,000) and conservation problems, almost 90 of Le Mayeur’s paintings are displayed inside the

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Bali Museum Bali Museum is located right next door to Jaganata Temple and in this museum you will find a lot of the ancient artifacts of prehistory which have very high artistic value. The collection in this museum provides a different experience on your tour. If the museum is not opened on the day of your tour, we will offer the alternative to visit Bali An Center to see the biggest open theater in Denpasar town. BTN museum in a naturalistic Balinese interior of woven fibres.

Some of Le Mayeur’s early works are impressionist paintings from his travels in Africa, India, the Mediterranean and the South Pacific. Paintings from his early period in Bali are romantic depictions of daily life

and beautiful Balinese women – often Ni Polok. The works from the 1950s are in much better condition, displaying the vibrant colours that later became popular with young Balinese artists. Look for the haunting black-and-white photos of Ni Polok. BTN

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ith the longest coastline in Bali, Buleleng has many leading marine tourism spots including Pemuteran Vuallge, Gerokgak, 55km west of the town of Singaraja in North Bali. Gerokgak is renowned as a marine conservation area and especially for their artificial bio-rock coral reef project. The local community along with some fondations are active in managing the conservatino of th coral reef.

Head of the Buleleng Tourism Office, Nyoman Sutrisna, explained that Pemuteran is a tourist area set among clusters of hills and includes a stretch of strategic coastline along bali’s north sea. Pemuteran now has a unerwater park that can be reached by charted boat in about 15 minutes from Pemuteran. Diving and snorkeling are the leading attrcactions here along with the charm of the undersea park of Menjagan Island. Many underwater caves of varying sizes are located here with a myriad of colorful coral reef and other marine biota.

The marine park, said Sutrisna was created to provide homes for fish. “With faster growign coral reef, fish can also spawn faster”, he explained. With fish having homes they can live a healthy life and add to ecosystem of marine biota which in turn attracts more tourists ot come and visit Pemuteran. On eof the attractions for divers here is an underwater temple complete with 33 statues of gods, elephant fish and bedawang nala. “There are a tunnel as well as various domes so that fish can live comfortably” he added. Come to Buleleng and enjoy the beauty of Pemuteran Marine Park. BTN (BTN/win)

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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IRCRAFTS are a means of transportation that are usually only encountered at airports. Not everyone has had the experience of boarding an airplane, but now even thouse simply wishing to dine out can see a Boeing 737-400 up close at Keramas Aero Park where such a craft has been converted into a restaurant.

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Keramas Aero Park,

Restaurant in Boeing 737-400 Aircraft karisma, Operational Manager of Keramas Aero Park Bali, explains that the park officially opened on October 15, 2016 with the idea of offering guests something different than other tourist destinations complete with supporting facilities and infrastructure to pamper during their visit.

“Because Keramas Aero Park is located close to the beach, visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature as well as the unique atmosphere of an airplane without having to go to the airport or buy a ticket” said Sankarisma, adding: that “the Boeing 737-400 aircraft that has been converted into an educational tourist destination and restaurant, attracts people from all over. Ginayar’s new tourist destination offers bar, breakfast lunch and dinner with 32 different menu items and also

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he river at Perancak which is fed by several rivers in Jembrana is home to a mangrove Bull-racing Center forest Local residents often visit this river that flows through Budeng Village and Perancek on the weekedn to enjoy their leisure time. The mangrove forest has the potential to be developped into an eco-tourism destination. So far however this potential has yet to be tapped.

Head of the Research Institute for Marine Observation (BPOL), I Nyoman Radiarta, said one hectare of land there that is owned by the BPOL (Seacorm) was deliberately planted woth mangrove decades ago.

The mangrove forest also grows on land owned by Angkasa Pura and on state owned land.

The Ministry of Maritime Affaris and Fisheries (KKP) has also been doing research on this mangrove area.

“There are both natural and human-planted mangroves here. Reearch has shown that these plants have different characteristics and produce different types of carbon”, said Radiarta who is also a doctorate program alumnus from the Bogor Agricultural University (IPB). Resaerch ont eh mangrove forest, he added has included basic identification and issues related to global wwarming; althought eh area of the mangrove forest is quite small, it provides a significant continution to carbin stocking.

The mangrove forest that surrounds the BPOL office has become habitat for aquatic animals such as crabs, birds and others. There is a lot of potential for developing this foret into a nature –based tourism destination. Hopefull the foret area will be manged in a sustainable way, continue to increase in area and be of financial benefit to the surrounding communities, though tourism but also by developping mangrove based products such as dyes for batiking, chips and juice.

The coastal area of Perancak is home to one of Bali’s four mangrove forests. The other three are located in the West Bali National Park (TNBB), Nusa Penida and (Tahura) Ngurah Rai grand forest park in Denpasar. Although parts of these mangrove forests are owned by Seacrom, so far there is no prohibition on entering these areas.

In the past they were deplorable cases of illegal mangrove logging. “From the outside these forests appear lush but with satellite imagery we can see that they have been damaged. If one day we create a jogging track through the forest here, maybe the people who committed these destructive acts will think twice about doing it again” explained Radiarta.

Garbage disposal issues are another problem that needs to be addressed together.

It is comon to see garbage floating down the Prancak River which then gets caught in the magroves. Recently, various nature loving communites joined forces to clean up the mangrove area. A number of sites that had been used as illegal garnage dump sites had sign boards put up warnign people not to litter. BTN

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Jembrana Government Office: Surapati Street No. 1 Jembrana Telp. (0365) 41210 Fax: (0365) 41010 Email: jembranatourism@yahoo.com, Website : jembranakab.go.id

Bali Blues Festival 2017 echoes peace ali Blues Festival 2017 conveys a message of peace to the country.

Day one of the Bali Blues Festival 2017 on the Peninsula Island, Nusa Dua, on Friday (May 26), invited the audience and the people of Indonesia to pray and deliver a message of peace after the bomb blast at Kampung Melayu.

Bali Blues Festival started around 17:00 Local Time, where the North Bali Cross Road group opened the two-day event. On the first day, a number of high-profile musicians, such as Gugun Blues Shelter made its performance at the end. Previously, there was collaboration between Balawan, a Balinese musician, and Gilang Ramadhan, Bali Guitar Club, Dialog Dini Hari, Ika & The Soulbrothers, Raw Earth Singapore as well as Ronald Gang.

Approximately at 19:30, Tri Utami, vocalist of the legendary Krakatau group was asked to lead the prayers from the stage by Deputy Overseas Marketing of the Ministry of Tourism, I Gde Pitana, and the board of directors of the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and a number of artists.

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Sangkarisma also added that Keramas Aero Park also has a beach club where visitors can relax as they gather with colleagues, friends or family.

The Boeing 737-400 with a ca-

pacity for 250 passengers was purchased from Juanda International Airport for IDR 3 billion -a fairly large sum for a wrecked aircraft.

This rare purchase has allowed Keramas Aero Park to become the unique tourist destination that it is today.

Visitors should not miss the opportunity to experience this attraction that gives the impression of different destinations while enjoying delicious food and the wonderful scenery of rice paddy fields and beach.

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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

forgetting what happened. Everybody, let’s terminate the debate on diversity, fighting.

Let’s think of commonality and togetherness, we’re here no need to ask where we come from, whose children we are or what religion we belong to,” said Tri Utami who then sang the Hindu hymns, Tri Sandhya, om bhur bvah svah and Indonesia Raya anthem.

President Director of the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), Abdulbar M. Mansoer, said that music as a universal language is not distinguishing by religion, tribe and class. There is no limit, through this blues music concert in Nusa Dua he would like to disseminate the spirit of togetherness in Bali, a safe island.

Bali Blues Festival 2017 conveyed a message of peace through fraternity by Balinese, national and international artists. “I do hope this spectacular event could become the beginning of peace throughout Indonesia, chiefly Bali,” he said.

Prof. Dr. I Gede Pitana as Deputy Overseas Marketing of Minister of Tourism also conveyed the message of peace through music.

People should not be afraid and should unite in the face of terror as happened in Jakarta.

Bali Blues Festival 2017 conveys a message of peace to the country.

He urged the entire community to care for and fight for human values, justice, peace and brotherhood. “We also urge police and Indonesian military (TNI) to be available and able to take action against any kind of hate speech and defamation of the values and symbols of the state because these things become some points for the entrance into radicalism and its

actions today,” he said.

Head of the Badung Tourism Office, I Made Badra, also conveyed the message of peace. He stated to be proud of the Bali Blues Festival 2017. Next year, his office planned to combine the Maritime Cultural Festival and Bali Blues Festival. BTN (BTN/kmb)

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June 9 - 22, 2017

Business and Leisure

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FRii Bali Echo Beach offers a unique stay, nestled in the famous Echo Beach, a new tourist destination in Bali, Canggu. It extends a memorable adventure for those who love to challenge themselves and catch some waves with surfboard in grasp. “All the surfers indeed enjoy the stay at FRii Bali Echo Beach. They commonly stay for two to three days at FRii Bali Echo Beach,” said the Sales & Marketing Manager, Yanie Prabawati.

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For activity options, FRii Bali Echo Beach offers surfing, yoga, bike riding, horseriding and cross fit where they are adjusted to the environment of Canggu area. “Indeed all the activities are good to be held here as supported by nature and positive aura. On that account, we deliberately prepare the facilities here, so that guests can do it here pleasantly and conveniently,” added Yanie, who is also a former writer.

Aside from unique rooms and activities, FRii Bali Echo Beach also offers dining option at Seaduction Rooftop Bar & Lounge serving Western, Asian, and Indonesian cuisines. Here, all guests can enjoy delicious food and get the right spot to chill out while seeing ocean view from the rooftop. “Besides, the hotel also provides other facilities including 2 swimming pools with a pool bar, free internet access, surfboard rental, lockers for surfboards if guests bring their own and free parking space,” she concluded.

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Drawing at Grand Ixora Kuta Resort hese children are very creative and full of imagination. Though remaining young, they are able to express nature and life in the world onto paper medium. Their colors, ideas and shapes are unique. That’s the coloring and drawing activity of children at kindergarten and elementary school to fill in their holiday at Grand Ixora Kuta on Sunday (Jun 4).

This contest involved 26 participants from various schools.

The children of 4-12 years old participated in the coloring contest and continued the picture. The competition is divided into three categories namely coloring contest with the category of 4-6 years old, category of 7-10 years old and the contest of resuming picture aged 10-12 years old. “This competition is our weekly event with the aim of brand sounding for the Grand Ixora Hotel,” said General Manager of

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Budhiratmanu added that such an event also provides young people with a channel for their talents into positive things, so as to support the more dynamic future in today’s

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June 9 - 22, 2017

“Paradise Island”

Gde Palgunadi palgunadigde@yahoo.com ews regarding the raids to a discotheque located downtown Denpasar had become viral in social media a few days ago. Moreover, when raided by police, it was found hundreds of thousands of ecstasy pills being ready to be marketed.

It is quite pathetic. When the world today is still vigorously fighting against the attack of the threat of drugs, such illicit goods are even coming in front of our eyes.

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Furama Villas & Spa Equipped with Furama Organic Farm

tination, Bali has always been long targeted by drug dealers.

Initially, it was made into transit point. However, now it has been transformed into the market.

This kind of condition is very counter-productive when viewing Bali as a paradise. It is not Paradise Island for drug dealer. Similarly, it is not a heaven to enjoy drugs. Bali is Bali with a certain aspect of tourism having become the trademark from time immemorial.

Bali is a place where tourists can enjoy non-drug culture. If now Bali is said to be very familiar with drugs, certainly this becomes a serious slap. Bali is not famous because people are able to get and use drugs anywhere.

All-permissive condition seems to have given such an impression today. There is an impression that people can do anything in Bali. It includes the violation against the law because it involves many unscrupulous officers, officials and their community.

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Tourists plant trees at Furama Organic Farm. urama Villas & Spa has now had a new facility named Furama Organic Farm. This educational attraction is unique as offering different concept namely the miniature of Bali Island with eight districts and

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a municipality along with their distinctive plant. Each district has different plants. “We want to teach guests about Bali through this garden,” said the General Manager Wayan Sumandia amid the inauguration of the Furama

Organic Farm on Tuesday (Jun 6).

Inauguration of the agro farm coincided with the tenth anniversary of the Furama Villas & Spa marked with the planting of typical tree owned by each district by tourists and invited guests. It has been cultivated across 1,800 square meters of land since three months ago. “It used to be an unproductive paddy field due to oversupply of water, so there was an idea to make this garden. It happens to become a tradition where every checking-out guest must plant trees. As a result, it needs another land, and then appears this agro farm,” said Sumandia.

Existence of this Furama Organic Farm is also expected to affect the environment of Furama, especially children. Every month, it will invite elementary school children to learn about plants, how to grow crops and others, so they know about the types and life of the plants. “Each district in Bali has different plants. In the future, this agro farm will become educational tour and research center

for world researchers because the concept of this plant is based on Bali agriculture agency,” he asserted.

He added the tenth celebration of the Furama Villas & Spa was started by carrying out joint prayers at Pucak Mangu Temple, balloon release, cycling and pilgrimage to West Bali. There are also internal competition of the big family, aid provision to elderly at Bindu village and free health checkup by inviting doctor and a visit to disabled people.

In the tenth year, it also provides education to elementary school students related to tourism, hotels and agro tours as well as school mentoring, scholarship to students achieving the first, sec-

ond and third rank. “Starting last April, theoretical education was stopped because they were invited directly to the field, so they know the form and atmosphere of the original hotel and not just a theory,” he said.

Especially for CSR, continued Sumandia, currently the Furama also provides assistance for people who care about wild dogs. A mother who guards and rescues the dogs is given a help. “Furama is just like the adoptive father of Bindu village. This village has the potential of attractions like tubing, healing, organic plants and the newly inaugurated agro farm that will become integrated tourism activities at Bindu tourism village,” he concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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riya Santrian aims to maintain as balanced harmony in regards to its environment while still maintaining its age old Balinese values. One of the activities done is planting rare trees, Bidara and Soursop trees, in the Griya Santrian garden by guests accompanied with Griya Santrian Management on Thursday, May 25. This was held in line with commemorating repeater guest visits, the 50th visit Mr. Bob Brown and the 30th visit of Mr. and Mrs. John Armstrong. B N (BTN/r)

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The rice field in Banyuatis Village, Banjar District-Buleleng is still quite wide. Along with the development of tourism, in the surrounding began to appear accomodation. The rice fields become one of the tourist attraction. Looks on the picture tourists looking down to plant rice traditionally in rice fields at this area. B N (BTN / kmb)

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14 Female Artists Hold Exhibition Themed Luwih Utamaning Luh

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grows and produces good seeds as well. “Conceptually, this exhibition is the beginning of the movement of Balinese female artists.

Hopefully, the space provided by the art center can be utilized by female artists in Bali,” he said.

Artist Ni Nyoman Sani said it serves as the beginning of positive movement to move forward.

As an artist, she never keeps silent in art creativity and so does Ni Luh Gde Vony Dewi Sri Partani.

This self-taught artist appreciated to the space given by the art center to showcase her works, so that they can be introduced to the art lovers.

Citra Sasmita encouraged the emergence of exhibition events

Balinese women do not only take care of family, cook, do socio-religious activities or accompany their husband. If given the opportunity, they are also able to show off their talent just like men. Just have a look at the action of 14 female artists showcasing their works at the Denpasar Art Center. The creative women present 30 artworks for five days starting on Wednesday (May 31) through Sunday (Jun 4).

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hey are Satya Cipta, Ni Wayan Penawati, Ni Nyoman Sani, DAE Savitri Sastrawan, Ni Nyoman Emy Agus Triani, Citra Sasmita, Ayu Putu Feny Abrina Putri, Ni Putu Eni Astiarini, Manik Suryani, Ni Made Kurniati Andika, Ni Wayan Ugi

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Gayali Sugantika, Ni Komang Atmi Kristiadewi, Ni Luh Gde Vony Dewi Sri Partani and IGPA Mirah Rahmawati.

The exhibition featured the theme Luwih Utaming Luh (literally, the virtue of women). Other than being a venue for creativity, it

for female artists in Bali that are managed professionally. Apart from the busyness, the Balinese female artists never stop working.

“We really hope there will be more art activities either workshops, exhibitions or competitions,” she hoped.

Meanwhile, Division Head of the Art Presentation of the Art Center, Dewa Ayu, said that featuring and glorifying women is one of the ways to express gratitude to God and poses a shared responsibility in maintaining the whole universe of His creation.

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also responds to the unrest among female artists in Bali because they lack of space to appreciate their works in an exhibition. The exhibition was also filled in with a one-day workshop. “The exhibition space for the Balinese female artists is given by the ministry of education and culture through the Bali art center unit,” said the exhibition curator, Made Bakti Wiyasa, on Monday (May 29).

Bakti Wiyasa explained that women and art are two inseparable entities. Women in Balinese language /luh/ is a source or seeds that must be sown, guarded, planted and fertilized properly, so she

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Detail of work Keliki Werda Jana Kerti Artists Association N line with its mission to preserve and promote traditional Balinese art in the contemporary context, Museum Puri Lukisan’s “Keliki: Exhibition: Werdi Jana Kerti “ presents an impressive collection of so called miniature drawings and paintings from about 60 different artists all of whom reside in Keliki village. The large number of artists participating in this exhibition in fact only represent a small number of all the artists of Keliki who produce works in this style. The Keliki School of Miniature painting founded in the early

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1980’s has played an important role in allowing the art of Keliki village to flourish.

Traditional Balinese painting in its purest form was originally intended for religious use, either as illustrations for religious scripts known as lontar or for amulet-like ornaments for shrines and other places. But, over the last century this intricate and specific form of art developed into different styles of painting that allow for more personal freedom of expression and that also serve different functions, including providing for the tourist market.

As witnessed in this exhibition however, we can see that despite the influence of the tourism market, the themes depicted in these art works still retains the religious lore of Bali as a point of reference and prominent theme. Also, the extreme patience, skill and dedication required to produce these mindbogglingly intricate drawings also speaks to the spiritual roots of this artistic style. It is only in the spirit of religious devotion that such intricate and aesthetically balanced artworks could come to light.

The works featured in this exhibition are from artists from the Werdi Jana Kerti Artists’ Association who came together a few years ago to help support one and other in maintaining the integrity of this style. As one gazes more and more deeply into the scenes depicted by these dedicated artists, one cannot help but wonder how on earth they managed to squeeze so much beauty into such a small space -much the same way that many visitors to this island feel as they find endless things of beauty to discover in Bali.

Keliki Exhibition: Werdi Jana Kerti will be showing at Puri Lukisan Ubud until June 28, 2017.

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Yanie Prabawati:

Green Hotel Program Eligible to be Participated

his woman with simple appearance is very sociable and has a high curiosity, especially regarding Balinese culture. She is the Sales & Marketing Manager of FRii Bali Echo Beach located in Canggu, North Kuta. “Balinese culture is very beautiful and interesting to learn,” said the woman graduating from the Faculty of Public Relations in Makassar.

Although the lifestyle is modern, the people are still very devout in carrying out daily religious rituals. Balinese people are also adept at interpreting their art, making it very beautiful and interesting to enjoy. “I am quite impressed with the people of Bali. Thus, we always keep the relationship by taking part in every activity undertaken by local communities. Besides, we

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participate in preserving the surrounding environment through CSR activities,” he added.

She added that maintaining local culture is a way to keep Bali tourism. By that way, Bali remains an international tourist destination that ultimately affects the industry. “We also continue to follow the development of Canggu area, and try to give the best to improve the quality of facilities and services followed by promotional strategies that are right on target as our way to attract more tourist visits to FRii Bali Echo Beach,” she said.

Especially to dominate the market, Yanie who has plunged into hospitality industry since 2009 already has special strategies such as by doing market research on the basic needs of tourists who choose Canggu as their holiday destination. “We also try to facilitate tourists so that they remain to work and mingle with tourists from other countries in the feel of an exciting holiday,” she added.

Meanwhile, the plan to apply green hotel in Badung district also poses a way to maintain the quality of Bali tourism or sustainable tourism. Implementation of green hotel is very feasible to be followed by all hotels in Badung and Bali. “It aims to educate everyone to better appreciate to the environment and perform ecofriendly activities for the sake of more orderly sustainability for the surrounding environment,” she concluded.

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Father and Son Equally Do Storytelling

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ntil 2012, the mangrove forest in Bali spreads across the area of ​​2,215.5 hectares located in Denpasar and four other districts. Distribution of the mangrove forest in Bali can be found inside and outside protected forest areas. The mangrove forest located within the protected forest area has

a total of 2,004.5 hectares, while the mangrove forest outside the area has a total of 211 hectares.

The mangrove forest located within the protected forest area spreads across three locations, Ngurah Rai Grand Forest Park, dominated by mangrove vegetation with a total area of ​​1,373.5 hectares where

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family consisting of Made Taro and his son Gede Tarmada did storytelling and playing Balinese traditional games with children in open space. The event is one of the materials held at the Festival Tepi Sawah in Omah Apik, Pejeng, on Sunday (Jun 4).

Gede Tarmada presented a fairy tale inspired by a Ba-

linese one entitled ‘Man Meri” written by a lover and observer of great tale named Agung Bawantara.

Man Meri tells about the struggles of a child named Man Meri looking for his beloved missing duck. In the meantime, Grandpa Made Taro is telling a fairy tale of his own creation entitled Give Us Water. Both fairy tale stories have beautiful

backgrounds of paddy fields so that it is mandatory to keep the sanitation and sustainability.

After listening to the fairy tale, children were then invited to play Balinese traditional games entitled tok lait kancing and meong-meongan. This event was supported by the Clean Bali Series team to educate children about environmental sanitation through fairy tales, games, reading books and other games.

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Ngurah Rai Airport

Ways of Preventing Distribution and Smuggling of Illicit Goods gurah Rai Airport signed a Letter of Local Agreement (LOCA) with the national narcotics agency (BNN) of Bali and with the fish quarantine station, quality control and fishery product safety (KIPM) class I of Denpasar at The Patra Jasa Resort & Villas on Friday (May 26). This cooperation is meant the help government programs in their effort to eradicate drug abuse and the smuggling of fish products.

The agrement was signed by General Manager of Ngurah Rai Airport, Yanus, and Chief of the BNN Bali, I Putu Gede Suastawa and Head of KIPM Denpasar, Habrin Yake. The event also included the dissemination of information about follow-up activities related to the handling of illicit drugs and fishery products at Ngurah Rai Airport.

Yanus said that this cooperation aims to prevent and combat drug abuse, trafficking and precursors at Ngurah Rai Air-

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yang Nyang Beach in Bali is a pristine 1.5-kilometre stretch of coastline and also one of Bali’s least visited beaches. This is partly due to its far-flung location and the long trek required to reach it. Still, it makes for a prize destination for day-trippers and beach lovers exploring the southern Bukit peninsula, and offers great surf for those looking for waves to ride all for themselves.

The beach is located in the Pecatu area, half a kilometre’s drive southeast of the Uluwatu Temple.

There are several routes branching off from the Jalan Uluwatu main road that leads down to two halves of Nyang Nyang Beach, one of them is via

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Jalan Batu Nunggulan and right at the cliff edge of Villa Plenilunio.

From this end, you need to continue on an approximate half-hour trek down moderately rugged terrain and flight of stairs – a journey well worth it thanks to the splendid views over the limestone hillside covered in lush greenery and flowering bushes. Sounds and views of the ocean accompany your steady descent.

Depending on the route you chose, the flight of stairs usually doesn’t end at the coast, but on flat grassy plains. Beyond this is the prize view when you sink your feet into the coarse sand. The deserted terrain is bordered by slanting cliffs as far as your eyes can see, with thin mists hanging above the ocean. Out at sea you will be able to see the

natural reef that breaks the incoming tides, allowing for calm and clear waters bordering the coast.

The long coastline makes for a good walk, with virtually no other human in sight most of the time, other than occasional local seaweed farmers tending to their crops, or bold and lonesome surfers out on the reef break, having their thrill of a lifetime (only for the advanced, and those really determined on carrying their boards down and up the hill again). There are actually two halves of Nyang Nyang Beach, divided only by a broad grassy headland. Near the western end of the eastern half of Nyang Nyang, you’ll be treated to a lone split shipwreck on the sand.

You can stay on for sunset here or make the climb up again before dark. It has also become a camping site for die-hard travellers and weekenders as the deserted ambiance makes it an excellent spot for bonfires under the stars and for those willing to set up tents and camp the night. Swimming out is not recommended; obviously there are no lifeguards on patrol. Also, be in good shape and bring adequate rations and drinking water – there are also no food stalls or peddlers, other than one at Nyang Nyang Beach’s western half, selling drinks and colourful beach cloths.

in Badung district has an area of​​ 753.5 hectares and Denpasar City has an area of 620 ​​ hectares.

West Bali National Park has mangrove forest as one of the vegetations with an area of 429 hectares in Jembrana district and 212 hectares in Buleleng district.

Then, Nusa Lembongan forest located on Nusa Lembongan Island (Klungkung district) has 202 hectares of mangrove forest area.

Mangrove forest has very important function as the lungs of the city where more rare trees have been replaced by concrete poles and retaining wall against sea waves and prevent abrasion. So, we have an obligation to maintain and preserve it.

In addition to retaining sea waves and preventing abrasion, mangrove forest can also offer beautiful scenery, trekking location by crossing wooden bridges in the middle of the forest, and leisure place somewhere amid the mangrove forest while enjoying green open atmosphere.

Some people also take advantage of this place as a prewedding photo shoot because it is quite interesting and iconic.

If you are staying in the area of South Bali such as Kuta, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua or Sanur, you can schedule next tour to this mangrove forest.

So far, in the Ngurah Rai Grand Forest Park there are 12 mangrove species and seven species of mangrove association. Dominant species include the Rhizophora apiculata, Rhizophora mucronata, Avicennia marina and Sonneratia alba.

In addition, it has a high biodiversity such as birds, reptiles and amphibians. Overall, there are 66 species of 27 families of bird species found in the Ngurah Rai Grand Forest Park. Bird species in this area are dominated by waterfowl such as little pied cormorant, oriental darter, gray heron, great egret, intermediate egret, javan pond heron, black-crowned night heron, lesser whistling duck, Eurasian curlew and kingfisher.

Other than birds, amphibian and reptile species are often found in this area such as frogs, iguanas, lizards, Asiatic soft shell turtles, mangrove snakes, et cetera.

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

Jelekungkang Waterfall being made into tourist attraction elekungkang waterfalls is being made into a tourist attraction and the local community is stepping up to the task by arranging the area around these waterfalls located in Tamman-

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port. “The circulation of drugs in Indonesia is increasingly rampant and one of the strategic locations for its circulation is at the airport. As a manifestation of the joint commitment, we are signing the LOCA with BNN Bali”, said Yanus.

Similar cooperation is also being done with the head of KIPM Bali. “With this partnership, the management will be more proactive and will involve both internal staff as well as

all stakeholederd in the vicinity of Ngurah Rai Airport in order to secure the area by implementing prevention and eradication of drug abuse and trafficking (P4GN) as well as the eradication of fishery product smuggling”, Yanus added.

The cooperation with law enforcement agencies as it is being carried out today, he added gives him confidence that the surveillance and handling of drug trafficking at Ngurah Rai airport can be fully optimized.

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bali, Bangli. Ketut Purna who has been instrumental in this process, said that as of a week ago a path to the waterfalls has been opened.

He explained that local residents have been bathing at these waterfalls for a very long time but that acces was not easy until recently. Since the road and path have been opened, children have been coming the waterfall in droves. “Now, almost every day, children from our village come here to bathe. Sometimes, they also help us cleanup the area”, said this man who also popularised Kiningan waterfall.

Purna added that he is eager to make this waterfalls into a tourist attraction as a way to boost the local economy. Chief of Jelekungkang customary village, Wayan Wirya, confrimed that although the waterfall has been there for a very long time,

it is only very recently that it has been made more accessible. “ It is Mr. Purna who took the initiative to arrange the area and I myself only found out a few days ago about his plan to make it inot a tourist attraction” siad Chief Wirya, who added that quite possibly the customary village authorities whoudl manage the site in the future.

However, he explained that for the time being they are just seeing how things go. “For the now we do not know what management will look like. If things go well, perhaps it will be taken over by the customary village.

Let’s see how things progress” stated Wirya.

As observation recently, the path to the waterfall is quite steep with the path leading along a steep precipice that is only accessible by foot. The water of this 25 foot waterfall is very clear.

Jelekungkang waterfall has begun to be arranged and made into a tourist attraction.

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

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At Opening of BAF 2017, ISI Denpasar Displays Musical Dance Drama

based on local wisdom and universal vision. It does not only show off all the academic communities of the ISI Denpasar from various faculties.

“In the 1980s, the ISI Denpasar presented a colossal Mahabharata and Ramayana ballet, then in the 1990s the STSI Denpasar came with the oratory and now we feature musical drama dance,” he explained.

Besides, it features Balinese greatness dance entitled Bali Dwipa Jaya and a choir along with supporting instruments to entertain guests, and the Indonesia Raya anthem. During the opening parade,

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the ISI Denpasar gets an opportunity to showcase Siwanataraja Dance and Ketug Bumi involving 225 artists from various kinds of music.

This presentation involves most study programs such as the dance, puppetry, dance-drama and music,

western music, craft, visual communication design with its video moving, decoration by craft while the costume is designed by colleagues from fashion department.

“Take advantage of what we have,” he added.

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BAF 2017 Involves Tourism Office and ASITA he Indonesian Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar presents a new art composition in the form of Gurnita Murti musical drama dance at the opening of the 39th Bali Art Festival (BAF). It is entitled Kresna Dwipayana telling the story about the author Vyasa of the Mahabharata epic, while the theme of BAF is Ulun Danu or Water Resource of Life. This performance will be presented at Arda Candra amphitheater, Denpasar Art Center on Saturday (Jun 10).

Deputy Rector IV of the ISI Denpasar, I Ketut Garwa, with permission from the rector explained that the concept of BAF opening this year is slightly different from the arts presented by the ISI Denpasar previously. The concept of colossal drama dance is inspired by drama acting where

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the artists should be able to dance and sing, so that the art composition can forward the BAF as a medium for the art preservation.

Similarly, the gamelan music in use poses the collaboration of modern musical instrument such as keyboards, violin, guitar and traditional music like gong gede gamelan set, jazz fusion owned by the artist Nyoman Winda. In accordance with the BAF’s theme namely “Ulun Danu or Water Resources of Life,” the ISI Denpasar tries to give a space with a new touch to avoid monotonous impression. “However, it stays to maintain tradition because the BAF is meant for preservation,” said Ketut Garwa.

This musical drama dance becomes a showcase of innovation and creativity because it is done by educational institution of the ISI Denpasar having the vision of becoming the center of excellence in the field of arts and culture

ali Arts Festival (BAF) XXXIX is different from the previous implementation. This annual event held on June 10-July 8, 2017 at the Denpasar Art Center will showcase innovation by creative artists in addition to Balinese traditional art. The opening of BAF presents musical drama dance and Ketug Bumi composition by the Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar.

Head of the Bali Culture Agency, Dewa Putu Beratha, said the theme of BAF 2017 is “Ulun Danu: Preserving Water Source of Life.” Ulun Danu is a local wisdom containing knowledge on how to maintain, ennoble and manage water as a source of life and civilization.

Ulun Danu philosophy is a source of inspiration for the development of artwork expressed into various forms of compositions in the BAF 2017. In the presentation, BAF still refers to the five basic contents, namely parade, performance, competition / festival, exhibition and workshop.

Blahmantung Waterfall ali has a lot of wonderful nature heritages that captivate traveler from around the world for exploring it. Blahmantung Waterfall is one of the beautiful nature heritages that Bali has. It is situated in hidden places surrounded by pure natures includes tropical trees and give the peaceful and serenity ambiance. It is located close to precious farming village of Pujungan with awesome landscapes and really friendly local society, Blahmantung Waterfall is also close to Pupuan in Tabanan regency, west part of Bali Island. We need 2,5 hours drive to reach this waterfall from Ngurah Rai International Airport passing through Bajra Village and exploring the fresh and pure natures. It is one of Bali Places of Interest that you must visit when traveling to this paradise island.

Blahmantung Waterfall is also known by Pupuan Waterfall. It is situated in the tranquility of Pupuan district and set between high cliffs surrounded by coffee and clove plantations. We will explore the green natures with fertile gardens as well as local residents.

Blahmantung Waterfall is one of the highest waterfalls by amazingly drop of over 100 meters high and surrounded by beautiful natures make every visitor impressive experience. The 800 meters walk from the parking lot to Blahmantung Waterfall is partially challenging and especially during raining season that you should be aware of slippery rocks. Tiredness will be pays of by the wonderful scenery and fresh atmosphere from the waterfall.

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

Release of the parade is conducted by President of the RI Joko Widodo marked by plugging in a stick and resumed with the appearance of Shiva Nataraja Dance accompanied by Ketug Bumi gamelan music by ISI Denpasar. In the evening, the BAF is officially opened by president of the RI marked by ringing a mortar and enlivened Gurnita Murti musical drama dance entitled Kresna Dwipayana by ISI Denpasar.

The show features a variety of arts by 230 art troupes ranging from reconstruction art, special art, show by prominent artists and new art from each district uniting the values of Satyam (truth), Shivam (godliness), Sundaram (beauty). “BAF of this year will also be graced by art troupes from outside the region and overseas,” said Dewa Putu Bertha.

Outside participants having stated their confirmation to appear include East Nusa Tenggara, Magelang, ISI Yogyakarta, Flico Yogyakarta Group, Bangkalan District, Blitar City and Central Kalimantan. Meanwhile, the overseas participants are Japan, Tunisia, India, France and Timor Leste. The Tunisian art troupe participates for the first time, while France for the second time. These participants will respectively bring in their local arts where each group is supported by around 20-25 artists.

“Appearance of these foreign participants, in addition to impact-

ing tourism, also has a relationship to diplomacy as well as cultural relationships between the arts, regions and countries. The art itself will also get additional art knowledge and insight, so as to add and enrich the Balinese arts,” said Dewa Putu Beratha.

To make it into a tourist attraction, BAF from this year will involve the Bali tourism office serving as the coordinator in the field of promotion. Thus, the ministry of tourism can promote the BAF and the advantage of Bali to international community. “BAF parade of this year will be broadcast live via YouTube, so that it can be watched by audience from around the world.

Similarly, the performances will be recorded and broadcasted daily through YouTube,” he added.

In addition, the organizing committee also cooperates with the ASITA to invite guests to visit BAF. In addition to watching the shows, they can also see and buy handicrafts. Thus, it will have an impact on the next presentation because it will bring together craftsmen and buyers. “During the opening parade, we prepare 100 seats for tourists directed by ASITA,” he said.

Craft exhibition in the BAF will involve participants consisting of small and medium industry craftsmen that having owned permit from the government, taxpayer identification number (NPWP) and identity card of Bali.

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Fine Arts and Design, Media for National Solidarity

n this era of openness, higher education is a suitable avenue for balancing the pressure of radicalism with cultural discourse delivered critically and ethically. This is very much needed to deal with issues such as intolerance, images / memes and hate speech that have been circulating lately.

A national seminar held by the

by Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD) of Indonesia Institute of the Arts (ISI) Denpasar in the Citta Kalangen Building on Tuesday (May 23) entitled Art and Design: The Historical Signs of History was very timely in addressing the current socio-political context of the nation today. Discussions included such themes as how the various elements of fine art and design can be combined to maintain

the commitment of national unity and solidarity. Participants included ISI’s academic community, arts experts, artists, designers as well as students from other universities in Bali and other regions as well.

Resource persons of the seminar included Dr. Seno Gumira Ajidarma, (Rector of IKJ), Prof.

Dr. Gede Arya Sugiartha (Rector of ISI Denpasar), Eddy Sutriyono (art curator) and keynote speaker Prof. Dr. Faruk, (humanist and professor of cultural sciences at UGM, Yogyakarta). The seminar was moderated by Chairman of PWI Bali, IGMB Dwikora Putra.

The themes discussed during the seminar were divided into four subthemes. Dr. Seno Ajidarma talked about national iconography in current works of the art and design; Eddy Soetriyono focused on

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a historical review of nationality in the exploration of fine arts and design of the archipelago; Prof. Faruk spoke of the value of nationality as a source of art creation and future design; and Prof. Arya explained about the role of art colleges in building artists and designers that take nationhood into consideration.

In his presentation, Dr. Seno Ajidarma chose to look at the journey of Indonesian puppet comics in political identity. He emphasized that identity is formulated through production and is not a fixed permanent essence but rather is always in the process of transformation.

Prof. Dr. Faruk spoke about the current turmoil of the nation and emphasized that a condition of panic makes it hard to remain clam and resolve issues wisely. We should not let issues of indentity lead us resolve problems with more problems.

Dean of the FSRD of ISI Denpasar, Ni Made Rinu, revealed that the art and design are cultural work of the nation and that historically they have contribute to maintaining and mediating Indonesian nationalism. “For example, the poster ‘Boeng Ajo Boeng’ painted

by Affandi and the words prepared by poet Chairil Anwar in the 1940s emphasizes nationalism and national unity.

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To Revive Tourism, Sidan Village Develops Spiritual Tourism at Tirta Empul Temple

arious efforts are being made to improve tourism conditions in Sidan vilage, Gianyar. The plan is to build up spiritual tourism around Tirta Empul temple in Sidan village and to create a single tour package that will include the Sidan stage that is currently not being used.

Tirta Empul Temple priest from Sidan village, Dewa Aji Mangku, accompanied by Dewa Biyang Mangku, said that Tirta Empul is a subak (irrigation cooperative) temple whose piodalan (festival) falls every Sukra (Friday) Umanis Merakih. This temple belongs to Sidan customary village and is venerated by 48 members of Subak Labak at Sidan village. “The Temple celebration goes on for three days and coiincides with the piodalan of Dewi Sri, the Goddess of Rice”, he explained.

Dewa Aki Magku also explained that near Sidan Village’s Tirta Empul Temple there are two springs: Trita Empul and Tirta Sudamala. “ Tirta Empul water is usually used for the consecration and for the piodalan while the Tirta Sudamala water is used for purification and for excorcism rites”, he explained.

Outside the temple wall there is also a spring called Tirta Kegeringan located to the North of the Temple. This water is used to cure different diseases – particularly skin diseases. “ Many pilgrims come here asking for holy water for their healing. As an expression of their gratitude, they bring pejatiofferings”, he said.

There are no special requirements for asking for Tirta Kegeringan water, it is enough to present canang sari oblations and to say sincere prayers. “Just put the offerings in the shrine next to the spring.

pilgrims usually bring offerings on Kajeng Kliwon or on the full moon”, he said.

Headman of Sidan, Made Sukra Suyasa, plans to make the temple’s outermost courtyard into a spiritual tourism attraction with holy water and a jogging track. “Here are many springs here and some of them are believed to be holy water that can help provide healing” he added.

The creation of this spiritual tourism program will start with making repairs to parts of Tirta Empul Temple including the water spouts as well as the creation of a sacred bathing pool in the south of the temple.

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we will work on the Sidan stage as a tourist attraction as it is currently not being used”, he complained.

Suyasa emphasized that he can not revive the Sidan stage alone and that he hopes that the government of Gianyar will help to revive this east Gianyar site. “Of course, we need government assistance here, especially for reviving the stage”, he affirmed.

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Denpasar City to be Supported by 24 Art Troupes ge need not be a constraint in expressing one’s creativity. The vivacity of the Kencana Wiguna elderly gamelan troupe from Kehen hamlet, Kesiman Petilan was evidence of this. The elders presented an innovative art performance at the opening of the Bali Arts Festival (BAF) of Denpasar City on Friday (May 26). They appeared along with Sida Nada Merdangga Bondres Gag troupe from Tengah hamlet, Sidakarya.

The two art troupes are made of people from different generations and both were attractive and inspiring to younger artists. This was not due to the styel presented but rather to the gamelan music and dance that had a distinctly contemporary flavour. The elderly artists presented several performances including Panyembrama,

Panji Semirang, and Sandya Gita Dance with Gegitan (song entitled White Gardenia).

BAF Denpasar 2017 with the theme ‘Ulun Danu’ (Preserving Water as Source of Life) is centered at Puputan Badung or I Gusti Ngurah Made Agung Square. “Through this year’s BAF, the Municipality of Denpasar continues to foster art troupes in the city of Denpasar as an way to preserve, explore and develop the artistic potential of this city. Artists from Denpasar continue to receive attention from the government through sustainable coaching, programs” said Mayor of Denpasar, I.B. Rai Dharmawijaya Mantra, during the opening the BAF Denpasar 2017.

Acting Head of the Denpasar Culture Agency, Ni Nyoman Sujati, accompanied by the Art Division Head at the Denpasar

he International Bali Institute of Tourism (STPBI) hosted and organized the 15th AsiaPacific Tourism Conference by the Asia-Pacific Council on Hotels, Restaurant and Institutional Education (APacCHRIE).

The conference was attended by 400 participants consisting of practitioners and academicians from various countries in AsiaPacific. The conference took place from May 31 to June 2, 2017.

The conference was officially opened by the Deputy of Overseas Tourism Marketing Development, Ministry of Tourism, Prof. I Gede Pitana, together with Chairman of the STPBI I Made Sudjana, Hong Kong Polytechnic University Prof. Kaye Chon and President of APacCHRIE Dr. Amy So at Sofitel Resort, Nusa Dua, on Thursday (Jun 1). Especially for the 8 th Asia-Pacific Annual Conference for Tourism Students was mostly held at the STPBI. Prof. Pitana said that APacCHRIE event has become a promotion though there is negative issue lately. Foreign tourists still come to Bali because in reality Bali and Indonesia are still safe and comfortable to visit. “If we say that we are not afraid, then the world also says no fear. This becomes our tourism challenge that we can overcome,” he said.

According to Prof. Pitana, the strategy to be done is to be honest. We must tell the truth and what we have done. For example, Indonesia is vast, so that something happens in Aceh will takes a long time to arrive in Bali. “Our human resources are still below Singapore and Thailand. We must pursue by developing educational institutions and training institutions,” he added.

The effort taken by the ministry of tourism currently is to provide certification of training for 35,000 tourism workforce. “That’s how we develop our human resources.

Human resources are the core and key to success of tourism. We see that Singapore is small but has good human resources, so that it can bring in 15 million foreign tourists. Actually, the population is 3.5 million. So, I appreciate to the event held by the International Bali Institute of Tourism,” he said.

Made Sudjana added that STPBI has a way to improve human resources, especially in the field of tourism by providing knowledge and skills, so that later on they have qualifications. “We always do this with all colleagues to prepare

Culture Agency, Dwi Wahyuning Kristiansanti, said that the implementation of the BAF Denpasar (May 26-28) was filled in with various workshops including flower and yon coconut leaf arranging, the making of Banten Prani as well as a fashion contest put together with a tema of motivators from PKK Denpasar. “The closing of the festival was coupled with Denpasar’s National Seniors Day.

human resources so that they have international quality,” he said.

By that way, continued Made Sudjana, the workers of Indonesia and Bali in particular can work overseas. “In other words, we will not worry about the entry of foreign human resources into our country to work. Our human resources are strong because many of them have international qualification that will work across the ASEAN countries. If we are strong, they will go. We are a big country and have a number of quality human resources, so that they dare to compete in the global level,” he explained.

Further, I Made Sudjana explained that the Asia-Pacific CHRIE or better known as APacCHRIE is a federation of the I-CHRIE established in 1946.

I-CHRIE is an organization in the field of global hospitality, tourism and tourism education institution offering the program on hotel and restaurant management, travel business management and catering.

APacCHRIE membership includes 18 countries with more than 75 universities having the best reputation throughout Asia Pacific. This organization regularly holds conferences every year and it becomes the honor for Indonesia in the tourism sector as having been asked to host the APacCHRIE Conference. “STPBI has been registered as a member of the APacCHRIE since 2015, so that it becomes an opportunity for the STPBI to establish international cooperation,” he added.

This conference, explained Made Sudjana, is intended to create a scientific atmosphere as a means for the development of tourism science as benchmarking with other institutions in the country, to improve the institution of higher education in the field of hospitality and tourism in improving competitiveness and quality of higher education institution in the field of hospitality and tourism in order to enhance the nation’s competitiveness.

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Arranging Coastal Area of Tanah Lot Attraction anah Lot is making an arrangement ahead of the international event entitled “Tanah Lot Art and Food Festival I” that will be held on July 7-9, 2017. Currently, the arrangement is focused on making fences on coastal cliff and footpath in garden areas as well as on the beach. “The making of this fence is to prevent tourists from getting too far at the edge when wishing to take sunset photograph,” said the Operations Manager, Ketut Toya Adnyana.

Near the cliff, explained Toya Adnyana, is an attractive place to watch sunset. Taking pictures at this location becomes very beautiful with sunset background. This place is often chosen by young people to take selfie. To maintain the security and comfort, it is necessary to have a limiting fence. “The fence is in an effort to maintain the safety of visitors.” The installation and the design have been prepared, so as not to block the sunset view,” he added.

This galvanized pipe fence has a length of 365 meters, while the trail uses the material of volcanic stones making it stronger

Festival Tepi Sawah to Respect Mother Earth

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estival Tepi Sawah is unique. This festival projects an eco-oriented art show featuring various branches of the art to collaborate on together-

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It poses a combination of passion and the ideas of three artists consisting of Nita Aartsen, Anom Darsana and Etha Widiyanto based on their respective experience in music education & performance, sound engineering, event management as well as architecture & designs. For two days (June 3-4), they wanted to integrate the creative elements of festival with education and implementation on environmental sustainability, both among children and adults.

The Festival Tepi Sawah presented music and the art by inviting various art communities. On that account, it made the festival a reflection and messenger of awareness of environmental sustainability with the principle of reducing, reusing and recycling whether implemented in terms of production, sales of food and beverages, waste management or waste disposal and others.

This festival used the edge of paddy fields as the venue. In addition to collaboration between the artists, the festival also offered some attractive architectural sequences. Booths and art installation were spread in every landscape so that they could beautify the event. The artists participating in the event included Tompi, Dewa Alit, Bona Alit, Ivan Nestormam, Nita Aartsen, Kecak Kobagi, Jasmine Okubo, Doddy Sambodo, Dodot & Barok, Gustu Brahmanta, Sisca Guhzeng, Brahma Diva Kencana, Marlowe Bandem, Made Agus Wardana, Fascinating Rhythm Community and many others. This festival is also fully supported by Pejeng village.

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and more beautiful. The stone material is the same as the path to the temple of Tanah Lot. “We have done the arrangement since the beginning of May 2017 and it is targeted to complete in mid-June 2017 or before the festival takes place for the safety of visitors,” said Toya Adnyana.

Tanah Lot Art and Food Festival I will take the theme “Luhuring Segara Rasa lan Raksa” meaning the sea as the source of energy to realize cultured person. The theme aims to describe about the sea becoming the excellence of Tanah Lot as well as the giver of the energy in our lives. “This event is to raise the art potential retained by 23 customary villages in Kediri subdistrict influencing the level of tourist visit to Tanah Lot as world class tourist destination,” he

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Potential of the art and culture as well as typical cuisine of Tabanan are presented as superior product in the event. The festival will last for three days and three menus are selected to become a package that will be served as daily menu (today’s special menu).

“This festival is expected to attract more visits,” he hoped.

The menus to be offered include Sup Ares, Lawar Kuwir, Laklak biu, Rebung Tabah, Ayam Bakar Sambel Mangga, Kuwir Nyatnyat, Bebek Rajang and Es Yeh Telabah.

There are Timbungan and Be Guling combined with Es Tuak Manis, Lawar Bungkil Gedebong Biyu Batu and Kopi Leak of Tabanan typicality served with Pisang Goreng Rangda.

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oodies may already be familiar with this delicacy made of boiled pork in thick gravy that is called siobak. The district of Buleleng is well known for its rich varety of culutre – including its special foods. In fact a visit to Buleleng would not be complete without indulging in some of its culinary treasures such as its popular Siobak.

Siobak can be found in a variety of places in Buleleng ranging from street vendors to fine restaurant. Aye Syobak is the name of one of the street stalls that is quite popular in Buleleng. Manager Ketut Utama explained that he inherited his Siobka recipes from his biological grandmother and that he grew up learning how to run a the family food stall, so when Ketut got married, he dicided to continue the family business.

Ketut also explained that they always use selected pork and in order to eliminate the pungent odor of pork they first boil the meat with spieces and soy sauce. This boiling process also yields the

tasty gravy for which they are famous while the sauce soy sauce gives that special sweetness. They also use pork skin, fatty meat, offal and head of pork. “ Actually it is easy to make siobak, you just need meat and seasoning” he added.

People from all over Buleleng and other parts of Bali come to enjoy this 62 year old man’s special siobak. “We often have customaers from Malaysia and other foreign countries who stop by when visitiing Buleleng”, said Ketut.

The distinctives foods of Buleleng are clearly not just popular with locals but with people from all over.

Since siobak there are more and more people serving siobak in Bulelelng, Ketut needs to keep his recipie fine tuned in order to remain competitive. “Since my mother’S time our flavour has remained the same. It feels original without adding extra ingredients” he said. According to Ketut Utama, it is important to keep the authenticity of Buleleng siobaks’ flavour. Aye Syobak which was first established in 1975 is located near the former harbor of Buleleng, at 38 Jalan Surapati.

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Charities to 9th Year of Service ston Denpasar Hotel & Convention Center celebrated the 9th th anniversary on last 5 May 2017. In conjunction to the event, the hotel held a series of activities to remark the magnificent 9 years of service. By participated in the marine conservation program by adopting baby coral reef at Amuk Bay, Karangasem on last 6th May. In addition to buy 8 baby coral reefs, the adopters also had the opportunity to get the e-certificate and to participate in transplanting the coral reefs that have been adopted which was represented by sales & marketing team.

“We are very pleased to participate in the marine conservation program by adopting baby Acropora SP coral reefs organized by Earth Hour Denpasar, hopefully can be beneficial to the maritime world, and continue to maintain its sustainability, this is a small action, but it will give a huge impact to environment.” Said Lilik Amini –Director of Sales, Aston

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“Beside those activities, in conjunction to the 9th anniversary, as well as to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, we visited the Adzkiyah Alkhair Orphanage at Monang Maning, Denpasar to distribute groceries, suits,

toiletries, cash as amount IDR 3.067.000 which was donation from all employees and management to 80 orphans”.

Said Wahyuningsih – Human Resources Manager, Aston Denpasar Hotel & Convention Center.

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The archery competition joined by participats from Bali and outside the island in Gita Raja Art Festival he atmosphere at the traditional archery skills event in the open field of Sangeh Viilage, Petang, Badung on Sunday (May 28) harkened back to era of the great kingdoms.

The archers appeared like soldiers or royal courtiers pitting their supernatural powers against one and other. Dressed in traditional Javanese attire, including kirs and other accessories or in Balinese black

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and white checkered apparel like Hindu solidiers they competed like knights to have their arrows hit the bull’s eye.

Concentration and focus led them in turns to hit the target. All were formidable archers from the land of Java and Bali participating in the Gita Raja Art Festival, an event to commemorate the first anniversary of the Pancer Langit Bali Foundation.

The match took place excitingly with some archers targeting around 100-meter goals divided into in several sessions. “This competition is unique with much charm. This event serves to train the archers in mental and archery skills”, explained an archer from Surakarta named L. Eddy Roostopo, who acted as a judge.

This man familiarly addressed as Popop said archery is great for

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youngsters. In addition to its atheltic qualities, archery also carries extraodrinary philosophy in terms of learning to focus, concentration and the practice of self-control. If one is introduced to archery early, mental stregth is honed and leads to great acheivements. “Unfortunately, traditional archery has been removed from the national games (PON). Actually it is a national cultural treasures that should be preserved, but instead it has been eliminated”, said this gold medalist of the PON XI. Archery has much to teach youngsters in terms of self-discipline, he said. “Traditional archery contests are part of efforts to preserve our cultural assets.

There used to be a national archery league that competed in the national games. Hopefully, tra-

ditional archery will again be included in evens like the provincial games and the national games”, said A.A. Rahma Putra, the founder of Pancer Langit Bali Foundation..

The Gita Raja Art Festival also included the performnace of several traditional dances such as Teruna Jaya Dance, Jauk Dance as well as single drum performances and puppet gender gamelan show.

There was also a modern dance workshop conducted by the Loka Art Dance and an archery workshop by SIPAS Solo, Central Java.

“Through this event, the members of Pancer Langit hope to gain experience in professinal art management. Preserving traditional arts also gives birth to new artistic creations that are rooted in the noble values of tradition” he concluded. B N (BTN/015)

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Agung Amerta Buana Temple in Batam

‘Lotus of the World’ in Northwest Indonesia gung Amerta Buana Temple is strategically located on Jalan Gajah Mada #3 Sei Ladi, Batam. In the subdistrict of Sekupang. The temple is easy to find as it stands near the reservoir-like Sei Ladi. As Hindu pilgrims enter the temple a strong vibration can be felt. Galungan penjor and other typical balinese temple ornaments decorate this temple.

Wayan Catra Yasa helped to pioneer Aging Amerta Buana Temple in Batam and in an article he explains that there was a long process leading to the founding of the temple. Several of the locations that had been chosen for the temple had to be abandoned due to security considerations.

The establishment of the temple had to be in line with pewarah-warah or local guidelines in order to avoid potential conflicts in the future. After a long entanglement in matteres related to location, several prominent Hindu figures in Batam who were pioneering the project, finally found a place in the jungle.

The forest is considered haunted, as many local people have experenced strange incidents there. The forest is about two hectares wide and includes a hill.

It was therefore difficult to determine where the padmasana shrine should be located.

IN order ot determine the location of padmasana, the initiators of the temple project meditated together.

Guidance was obtained by the high priests. On March 18, 2000, a joint meditation led by Ida Pedanda Gede Oka Kemenuh was finally successful in determining where the the padmasana shrine would be built.

Five months later on June 4, the groundbreaking took place and was witnessed by then Director General of Hindu and Buddha Mass Guidance,Wayan Suarjaya, along with Ida Pedanda Gede Oka Kemenuh.

Then in 2003, the shrine was inaugurated with a small-scale ritual so that it could be used as a sanctum to say prayers.

Finally on June 16, 2004, Agung Amerta Buana Temple was inaugurated in the town of Batam by the Minister of Religious Affairs then, Prof. Said Agil Al Munawar. On November 2, 2009, ten years after the temple plan was established, the initiators held a ngenteg linggih ritual.

At Batam’s Agung Amerta Buana Temple sits a relatively large padmasana shrine, standing some 21.7 meteres high.

He height of the temple is derived from deep philosophical meaning taken from the Brahma Anariaka Upanisad.

Catra Yasa who had been Chairman of the Hindu Dharma Council (PHDI) of Batam and Riau Islands as well as Secretary of the Central PHDI said that Hindu people should pronounce the word omkara as many as 21 times. The

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height of 21 meters is interpreted as the process of the creation of the temple.

The first five Oms are represent the five flavors called panca tan matra, while the second five Oms represent the five seeds known as panca mahabhuta, the third five Oms represent sensory stimuli known as Panca Budi Indria, and the last five Oms are panca karmendria. The last Om is called Shiva, Sadha Shiva and Parama Shiva, Paramaning Dumadi.

The point 7 meters are interpreted as the seven Maharishis who received the revelation of Hinduism’s scriptures. In the main shrine of this temple there are also three dragons that symbolize Ananta Boga, Basuki and Taksaka. Right in the madyaning mandala (middle courtyard) of the temple the Jnana Sila Bakti asram has been established and is used as a school of religion for about 150 children. Uniquely, the teachers are their own parents.

On every Hindu holyday, the Amerta Buana Temple is thronged by about 2,500 to 3,000 pilgrims from the town of Batam. The pujawali or temple festival is held to coincide with the fifth full moon falling in November. Most of the Hindu devotees living in Batam are diligent about coming to the temple. They ask for safety in their lives and prosperity in the diaspora. B N (BTN/kmb)

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