The most spectacular event was what our guide called the “Cremation of the Century.” More than 170 families had waited, some ...

Rath Yatra and Bali Yatra festivals in Odisha listed as intangible cultural heritage, aiming for UNESCO recognition.

Bali authorities have issued new guidelines to address “misbehaviour” among foreign tourists in a bid to protect the ...

Balinese temples compete with each other to create outlandish ... Indonesia is a Muslim-majority country but more than 80 ...

According to the Balinese calendar, Nyepi, a “Day of Silence,” officially falls on March 29 at 6 a.m. after the new moon and lasts for 24 hours, during which time no public activities are ...

Bali island protective hindu spirit at ceremony Melasti and ritual temple dance before Balinese New Year. Photo: iStock A Balinese man puts mud on his body during a traditional mud bath known as ...