Here in Bali

Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, Bali for few years awarded as the world best island by The International Travel Magazine. However, there are still many people who do not know in depth about the uniqueness of Balinese culture. Life in Bali is always related to Tri Hita Karana. Tri Hita Karana is a tripartite concept of traditional philosophy for life on the island of Bali. The literal translation is roughly the "three causes of well-being" or "three reasons for prosperity". The three causes referred to in the principle are harmony among people, harmony with God, and harmony with nature. Tri Hita Karana is credited for the island's prosperity as a whole, its relatively stable record of development, environmental practices, and the overall quality of life for its residents.

Another interesting thing that you can find here in Bali is that every morning in Bali you will see many Balinese do the tradition “mebanten” or give offerings. This offerings activity is using a media called Canang.

What is Canang?

The Balinese make canang offerings on a daily basis. Canang is offered every day to Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa as a form of thanking for the peace had given to the world. it is the simplest daily household offering. Canang is also used on certain ceremony days, such as: Kliwon, Purnama, and Tilem. The Balinese believe that offerings should be created with a thankful spirit. Canang is a small, square coconut-leaf basket overflowing with a variety of Balinese flowers. Each flower symbolizes a Hindu God (deva):

- White-colored flowers that point to the east as a symbol of Iswara.
- Red-colored flowers that point to the south as a symbol of Brahma.
- Yellow-colored flowers that point to the west as a symbol of Mahadeva.
- Blue or green colored flowers that point to the north as a symbol of Vishnu.

In a certain ceremony, canang is usually completed by placing on top of the canang an amount of kepeng (the coin money) or paper money, which is said to make up the essence (the "sari") of the offering.

   

All the above is only a little piece of a Balinese culture. There are so many more uniqueness that very interesting to learn. Yes, people who came to Bali is mostly they would like to see, enjoy or even getting involved into the Balinese culture. This experience may become one of the memories that will always be remembered.


But, Bali is much more than that. The Island of the Gods offers great beaches, countless waves for surfing and wonderful natural sites to visit and explore, colorful ceremonies, and gifted artists. There is also a special vibe, an essence, something authentic that is difficult to describe, which has touched and inspired visitors from all over the world since decades. It has something to do with the Balinese themselves and their warm and welcoming character.

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