Wood and Stone Carving
An ancient art form, which has changed and developed over the years are Balinese wood carvings. The village of Mas is popular for its woodcarvings, and some...
Balinese Painting
Bali is not only known as the "island of the gods" but also as the "island of the artists". An artsy spirit exists on the...
Bali Arts and Handicrafts
A long time ago before Balinese arts were created for their aesthetic reasons, art was meant to be an obligation and expression to the deities....
Balis traditional Villages
The Government of Bali started a programme in 2013 to promote traditional villages as an alternative to the mainstream tourist attractions. A significant success was...
Balinese Hinduism
Balinese Hinduism is closely related to Indian Hinduism. Their beliefs are based on the Vedic bible and on ancient philosophies, writings, and different living arrangements....
Brief History of Bali & the Balinese
Traces of Stone Age people have been found in Bali, yet most of Bali’s rich heritage started developing during the Empire of the Majapahit (1293...
The Basics about Bali and the Balinese People
Hindu Customs and Balinese culture are probably affecting almost every aspect of daily life on the island. The unique mix of domestic customs and Hindu-Dharma...
Money in ubud Bali
The official currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR); it’s the dominant currency. All businesses are legally obliged to charge for their products and services in...
Areas of Ubud Bali
If you want to explore the wild nightlife try Kuta. You will find the highest density of clubs, beach clubs and also more upper-class clubs...
Environment & People Ubud bali
Bali is a fragile island. Like in any other part of the developing world traffic, water and trash are significant problems in Bali. Help by...