Girls from the opening of Bali Art Festival, The Bali Arts Festival, also known as Pesta Kesenian Bali (PKB), is an annual month-long celebration of Balinese art and culture. It usually takes place in June and July at the Taman Werdhi Budaya Art Centre in Denpasar. The festival features a wide range of performances, including traditional dances, music, puppetry, and art exhibitions. Each year, the festival adopts a unique theme.
Net fishing is a traditional method of catching fish that is still widely practiced by fishermen in Bali. Using a cast nets, these fishermen work along the coastlines, rivers, and lakes of the island. Cast nets, known locally as jala or jaring lempar, are circular nets with weights around the edges. Fishermen skillfully throw these nets into the water, creating a spread that sinks and traps fish as the net is pulled back. Fishermen usually head out early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the fish are most active. The catches are often sold in local markets or used to feed their families. Fishing in Bali is not only a means of livelihood but also a way of life that has been passed down through generations.
A beautiful temple locates at the bank of lake Beratan Bedugul, the temple name is Ulun Danu, all temples at the lake named Ulun Danu, for this temple you must mention Ulun Danu Bedugul, Bedugul is the name of the village where the temple located and name of the lake is lake Beratan. The temple built by the king of Mengwi kingdom and many farmers come to this temple for thanksgiving ritual cause farmers use the water of the lake for ricefield irrigation. Best shoot in this place is during the morning after the sunrise, good light and not so many people.
Salt making in Bali is a fascinating and traditional practice, especially in areas of Klungkung Regency. Here’s a brief overview of how it’s done: Salt farmers start their day early, collecting seawater in buckets. They often carry these buckets on bamboo poles over their shoulders. The seawater is then spread over a flat, solid base of fine black volcanic sand. This sand is ideal for the evaporation process. The seawater is sprayed several times over the sand and left to dry under the sun. The sun’s heat evaporates the water, leaving behind salt crystals. Once the top layer of sand dries, it’s raked to collect the salt crystals. These crystals are then gathered and placed in large wooden boxes. More seawater is poured into the boxes, seeping through the salted sand to increase the salt concentration. This process is repeated until the desired concentration is achieved. The highly concentrated brine is then left to evaporate further, resulting in pure sea salt flakes. Salt making in Bali is labor-intensive and highly dependent on sunny weather. Despite the hard work, the resulting sea salt is prized for its natural purity and unique flavor.
The Bali Handara Gate, often known simply as “Handara Gate,” is an iconic spot located in Bedugul, Bali. It’s part of the entrance to the Handara Golf & Resort, and its stunning Balinese architecture, framed by lush mountains, makes it a highly Instagrammable location.
Mount Agung (Indonesian: Gunung Agung) is an active volcano in Bali Indonesia, southeast of Batur volcano, also in Bali. It is the highest point on Bali, and dominates the surrounding area, influencing the climate, especially rainfall patterns. From a distance, the mountain appears to be perfectly conical. From the peak of the mountain, it is possible to see the peak of Mount Rinjani on the nearby island of Lombok, to the east, although both mountains are frequently covered in clouds. Agung is a stratovolcano, with a large and deep crater.
The Rejang Dance is a sacred Balinese dance, often referred to as a sacrificial dance where the dancers offer themselves to the gods. The dance involves simple, graceful movements and expressive gestures. It’s performed in slow group formations, creating a serene and spiritual atmosphere.
Photos taken by phone using a mirror to get the reflection. Creative Phone Photography: Using Mirrors for Stunning Reflections. Iconic gate of a temple in East Bali called Lempuyang. The Bali Gates of Heaven refer to the stunning entrance of Pura Luhur Lempuyang, a sacred Hindu temple in East Bali. This iconic spot is famous for its breathtaking view of Mount Agung, perfectly framed by the split gateway, creating a mesmerizing reflection effect that has made it a favorite among travelers and photographers.
Located in the Karangasem Regency, the temple sits at an elevation of 1,175 meters (3,855 feet) above sea level, offering panoramic views and a serene spiritual experience. Visitors often queue for hours to capture the perfect photo at the gates, especially during sunrise or sunset when the lighting enhances the dramatic scenery.
Sanur Beach is known for its calm and shallow waters, making it ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and other water activities. The gentle waves are perfect for families with children and those looking for a relaxing dip. The beach boasts soft, white sand that stretches along the coastline, providing plenty of space for sunbathing, beach walks, and building sandcastles. One of the highlights of Sanur Beach is its stunning sunrise. Early risers can enjoy a breathtaking view as the sun rises over the horizon, casting a golden glow over the water. There is a long paved promenade that runs parallel to the beach, perfect for walking, jogging, or cycling. It’s lined with cafes, restaurants, and small shops, offering a pleasant and scenic route. You’ll often see colorful traditional fishing boats, known as jukung, moored along the shore. These boats add a charming touch to the already picturesque landscape. Sanur Beach is a tranquil and picturesque destination located on the southeastern coast of Bali, Indonesia.
Mount Batukaru, also known as Gunung Batukaru, is the second-highest mountain in Bali, standing at 2,276 meters (7,467 feet) above sea level. It’s located in the Tabanan Regency and is part of the Bedugul Volcanic Area. The mountain is considered sacred and is home to several temples along the hiking route. Hiking Mount Batukaru is a challenging but rewarding experience. The trail starts near the Pura Siva Temple and takes about 5-7 hours to complete. The hike is best done during the dry season (April to October) to avoid slippery conditions. The summit offers stunning views of the surrounding rainforest, northern Bali, and even the neighboring islands of Java and Lombok on clear days.
An unique village in Karangasem regency closed to Candi Dasa resort, it is located on the slove of the hill, the village itself is sorrounded by the wall. The village related to the story of “Oncesrawa”, a beloved horse of the Bali ancient king of Bedulu, the horse lost. Those who find the horse whether dead or alive, he will grant a piece of land. The ancestor of Tenganan village was the person who found the dead body of the horse on the land of Tenganan village now. Overthere there is a unique event “Perang Pandan”, fighting used some pandanus leaf with its thorn. The villager’s skill is to make Ate weaving and Gringsing hand weaving cloth.
This scenery I shot in Bali beach when the day of Balinese did a purification ceremony brought all effigies in the temple to the source of water like river, beach, lake or spring. This lady took a sunbathing before standing up and shoot the procession.
The villagers proceed to the temple festival. Mostly temple festival in Bali falls every 210 days in Wuku Bali traditional calender, some of the villages arrange the procession from the community hall “Balai Banjar” to the temple. The housewives carry the offering on their head followed by the “Gamelan” percussion orchestra. The offering, consists of any kinds of fruits, decorated coconut leaf and flowers are carried on the head of housewives and they proceed to the temple. Offering is a thanksgiving to the God on all the prosperities we accept.
One of the best sites to see a sunset with a temple with the hollow as a foreground, Batubolong is a temple on a rock with the hole beneath it, its location is the same area with Tanah Lot temple so for sunset shoot overthere you need to choose Tanah Lot or Batubolong as a foreground of the sunset. This area is good also for slow speed shoot as many volcanic stone on that beach.
