Kura-Kura Bus & Galungan

Galungan is the most important festival for Bali’s local Hindu people. Held every 210 days according to the Balinese calendar, Galungan is a celebration that honors the creator of the universe and the spirits of the ancestors. During this time, the victory of good over evil is celebrated and the spirits of the ancestors are believed to visit the earth. Elaborate offerings of food and flowers are made to welcome these returning spirits. Offerings are also brought to the local temples, and you can often see worshipers walking or driving carrying baskets on their way to give thanks and pray for protection. A good indication that it’s Galungan time of…

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Kura-Kura Bus & Bali Live Festival

The first International Jazz event was held in Bali under the Bali Live Festival, showcasing some of Bali and Indonesia’s best jazz talents such as Balawan and Rio Sidiq, and also featuring international Jazz artists including the Earth, Wind and Fire Experience feat. Al McKay, Incognito, Omar etc. The main festival event was staged at Taman Bhagawan, Tanjung Benoa, on 8 March 2014, while pre-main event venues are scattered around South Bali at various venues, including Beachwalk, Le Meridien Hotel in Jimbaran, Ryoshi Restaurant in Sanur, and Ubud Jazz Cafe in Ubud. Bali Live Festival combines music-lovers with a party atmosphere, where they can enjoy great live music while basking…

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