“It applies for a lifetime, until the person concerned can no longer carry out their duties,” said Gede Kamajaya, a lecturer at Bali’s Udayana University. A day before Nyepi, islanders hold ...

On Nyepi, the Balinese New Year, according to the Saka calendar, Bali comes to a standstill as lights are dimmed, sounds are silenced, traffic is halted, and all worldly activities are paused. The ...

The New Year in Bali is different. The beautiful island in the Java sea, and one of the most popular and vibrant tourist destinations in the world, does not party, or dance, or drink, or light ...

As the sacred time of Nyepi approaches, the island of Bali prepares for a unique experience where vibrant celebrations meet profound silence. In 2025, March 29 will witness the day of Nyepi and ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) has issued a circular to the Bali Provincial Government to shut down the internet network and cease all broadcasts during Nyepi ...

Courtesy FS Jimbaran While I settle into this short Bali trip, most of my fellow travelers are busy trying to flee one of the world’s most famous tropical islands. Nyepi, known as the Day of ...

Indonesia's resort island of Bali is known for its packed beach clubs and streets that bustle with hoards of tourists and traffic, but once a year it enjoys 24 hours of blissful silence. The annual ...