17 Feb 2014

Balinese Community System

Balinese Community System

One of the images of the Balinese unique is collectively strong oneness among Balinese and there are seven things wrapped the Balinese to be a strong community, which has the identity and tenacity of culture: (1) most of them bound by Hindu Religion as a pioneer of religion in Indonesia. (2) They are bound with some of praying place (Pura), (3) Balinese people bound by family system, (4) They are bound by the community surrounding them like Banjar or Desa Pekraman. (5) They are also bound by race system which get in heritance from the ancestor hereditarily, (6) Some of Balinese farmers are bound with Traditional Irrigation System which is called Subak, (7) Balinese also bound by Indonesia Government System.

Balinese Life and Structure

Balinese, Bali PeopleGenerally, the Balinese Community System is oriented by two structures (Social Traditional Structure and Social Formal Structure). The Social Traditional Structure has based on the long story from before Hindu era until now and Social Formal Structure is bound of the Balinese integrity into Republic Indonesia since 17 August 1945 . The most familiar Balinese life concept which is called 'Tri Hita Karana' and it is believe will bring them into prosperous where this concept has three angle point in the Balinese in order to keep the good balance between human and environment, human and human the last one human and god.

BANJAR

Banjar, balinese CommunityBanjar is a group of social community that has band of area, activities and social life. The purpose of Banjar is to held each other in line with the social activities like wedding ceremony, people death, take a part of refurbishment of temple, road, cleanliness of the area, security protection and do all the activities together in economic, social and ritual field. The Banjar is lead by Klian Banjar, which is consisted of 50 - 200 family leaders.


SUBAK

Subak, Bali Water Irrigation SystemSUBAK is a social-economic organization to organize the irrigation system in Bali where the member it self is from the owner of the rice field. The focus activities of Subak is around the irrigation of the rice field and beside of that it is also has the economic activities and done some religious activities in Pura Subak. In Bali there are about 1300 Subak, where the structurally consist of Subak Tempekan and Subak Gede. Subak it self is lead by 'Pekaseh' and he/she organize and arrange the water irrigation system, irrigation maintenance, to schedule the rice plantation including the cleaning of insect program.

SEKAA

Balinese, SekaaSEKAA is a group of social community, which has proposed to conduct the special event and inclined based on voluntary. The Sekaa is built based on the same propose, norm and activities. In Bali, there are a lot of Sekaa that effect to all aspect Balinese life from the security, social, environment, religion, economic, art etc. The most of Sekaa in Bali is more glow is Art Sekaa and based on survey is about 1500 organization.

GOTONG ROYONG

GOTONG ROYONG is a fundamental of Balinese solidarity which is used on the day life of Balinese based on reciprocity where the activities given will get the obligation to return as sociality. A base of Gotong Royong is forming to help each other and free social activities.

Balinese Culture and Hindu Relgion

Balinese Culture and Hindu Relgion

The main religion practiced in Bali is a form of Hinduism called Agama Hindu Dharma, where the Hindu it self is consisted of some religious sect, but in Bali all of Balinese are Hindu Ciwa. The two religions (Hindu and Buddhist) arrive from Java and some extend from India during the 8 th to 16 th centuries. The main symbol of Balinese Hinduism is the Swastika or wheel of the sun. An important belief is that elements of nature are influenced by spirit, which has been appeased. As such offerings (Sesajen) made from agriculture product are offered to this spirit. It is believed that Mount Agung is the abode of the gods and the ancestors. As such, it is revered as the `mother` mountain and is highly sacred to the Balinese.
Balinese Hindu, Hindu Religion

Bali Hindu History

Bali Hindu TempleThe religion in Bali is according to three principles those are Desa (place), Kala (time) and Patra (circumstance). Five pillars of faith acknowledge Hinduism. They are believe in the one Supreme God (Sang Hyang Whidi Wasa), belief in the soul as the universal principle of life and consciousness (atma), belief in the fruition of one`s deeds ( karma pala ), belief in the process of birth and death (samsara), and belief in ultimate release (moksa). The religious rites of the Balinese consist of the human rites (Manusa Yadnya), the rites of the dead (Pitra Yadnya), rites of the gods or temple rites (Dewa Yadnya), rites of the demonic forces (Buta Yadnya ) and ordainment rites (Rsi Yadnya). Holy water, fire, ash, geese, duck, eggs and dabdab tree leave are purifying elements used in the ritual. The Balinese are extremely devout and no day goes by without making offerings to the gods. These daily offerings - called Banten are a major part of Balinese life. You will see these offerings nearly everywhere in Bali . Made of flowers, cigarettes, cookies, rice and even sometimes money (the actual items used are not as important as the process of making and offering it to the spirits) these offerings are given to the good spirits in hopes of continued prosperity as well as to the evil spirits as an appeasement.

AYUNG RIVER RAFTING


 AYUNG RIVER RAFTING

Ayung River one of the best whitewater river in Bali for rating activities. Easily access and located near famous tourism site which is Ubud. Ayung River rafting is an exciting way to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Bali. Filled with challenging rapids, sparkling waterfalls and stunning scenery the Ayung River runs for 75km, making it the longest in Bali.

Bali Ayung River Rafting Starting in the majestic mountain ranges of northern Bali, the Ayung empites into the Badung Strait, which is located near Denpasar. A popular spot for river rafting, the Ayung River has class I, II, III and IV level rapids. The intensity of the white water rafting at the Ayung River will vary depending on the time of year and current water levels, but is considered suitable for all levels.

Journeying down the Ayung River, you'll see dramatic waterfalls, lush rainforest, verdant rice paddies, high cliffs and breathtaking gorges . Ayung River rafting trips last approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours and include lunch and a place to shower and change Do don't forget to bring along some extra clothing, as this adventure can get wet and wild!

Uluwatu Tour Package

Uluwatu Tour Package

Uluwatu Tour Package is an exciting tour package to visit Uluwatu Temple, the famous Balinese Hindu Temple in south part of Bali with breathtaking view of sunset and Indian Ocean. This tour package is combined with the spectacular Balinese traditional dance performance of Kecak Dance and enjoys the delicious seafood dinner at Jimbaran Beach. The tour will bring you to the wonderful memory with three different experiences as the feature of this package. Our professional tour guide is always outstanding offer our best services to keep your convenience trip along with private full air-conditioning car transfer to complete your enjoyable on tour.
Uluwatu Tours, Kecak Dance

What will we enjoy on this tour package?

Uluwatu Temple ULUWATU TEMPLE
Uluwatu Temple Tours, Hindu TempleUluwatu Temple is one of Balinese Hindu Temples located right on the petrifying hill with the deep rocky beach valley exist in the right and left side. Uluwatu Temple is one of Sad Khayangan (6 biggest temple in Bali) owns magnificent view of the Indian Ocean and sunset as a backdrop. This temple is very amazing where the location is right on the narrow peninsula with deep seawater under it. There area also the group of monkeys dwelling the small forest around the temple and play around the temple area.


Kecak Dance BALINESE KECAK DANCE
Balinese Kecak Dance, Uluwatu ToursBalinese Kecak Dance is a spectacular traditional dance with the group of people playing this dance with fire game. It is very exciting and unique dance due to the sound of gamelan is not using the normal gamelan but use their mouth. The dancers make the compact choir with the exquisite dance movement that is one of this dance features. The story is usually used for this dance is taken from the Ramayana Epoch.



Jimbaran Cafe SEAFOOD DINNER AT JIMBARAN BEACH
Jimbaran Beach, Seafood DinnerJimbaran Beach is a beautiful beach located in the southern part of Bali with white sand unfolding along the coastal. There are plenty of cafes offer delicious of seafood dinner with breathtaking view of Indian Ocean . It is served right on the beach with beautiful table set up apposite to the ocean. The choices of delicious seafood dinner are served on the beach while enjoying the quartet performance. The Balinese sauces are one of the flavors for who need spicier.



PRICE
Minimum 2 persons
Single Traveller
Tour with Lobster Set Menu
US$ 55 net/person
US$ 75 net/person
Tour with Fish Grill Set Menu
US$ 40 net/person
US$ 60 net/person
Jimbaran Beach Please click here for Jimbaran Seafood Dinner Menu.
Prices are inclusive of:
  • 21% government tax and service charge
  • Entrance fee at Uluwatu Temple
  • 1 x Seafood Dinner at Jimbaran Beach
  • Balinese Kecak Dance Ticket
  • Speaking guide (English, Japanese and other language is subject to availability)
  • Private full air-conditioning car
  • One bottle of mineral water
  • Insurance cover up to USD 50.000
WHAT TO BRING?
Casual dress, insect repellent, money and camera

Denpasar City Tour

Denpasar City Tour

Denpasar City Tour is a unique tour to visit Denpasar town with it element and local society activities. Some places of interest are also visited on this tour like Bali Traditional Market, Jagatnata Temple, Bali Museum and Bajra Sandhi Monument. It is one of short tours in Bali which takes around 4 – 5 hours. The tour will bring you to the unique places like Bali traditional market where you can see the local society with their activities in the market. Our tour guide is outstanding offer you our best service to guide you to the right place along with the comfortable car transfer to complete your trips are more enjoyable.

The Places of Interest will be visited on Denpasar City Tour

Bali Traditional MarketTRADITIONAL MARKET
Bali Tours, Bali Traditional Market in DenpasarAt traditional market, you will find the transaction voice among buyer and merchant with multifarious merchandise according to the life need like daily kitchen need, appliance of Hindu ritual, fruits until the traditional clothes. In this market, you will find the unique thing from the local people especially the women when carrying the material or any items with extremely heavy, she put all of them on her head with a big basket.




Jagatnata Temple Tour JAGATNATA TEMPLE
Jagatnata Temple - Denpasar BaliJagatnata Temple is the biggest Hindu temple in Denpasar town which many visited by Hindu people in Denpasar to pray in particular on full moon and black moon. This temple is designed very beautiful with full of religious and artistic ornaments. In the center of temple area, there is a high temple building encircled by the fertile tropical garden. From the temple building until the entrance gate, you will find the Balinese decoration with full of meaning.




Bali Museum BALI MUSEUM
Bali Museum, Denpasar toursBali Museum is located just the next door of Jaganata Temple and in this museum you will find a lot of the ancient monument of prehistory owns very high artistic value. The collection are available in this museum provides different experience on your tour. If the museum is not opened on the day of your tour, we will offer the alternative to visit Bali Art Center to see the biggest open theater in Denpasar town.





Bajra Sandi Monument BAJRA SANDHI MONUMENT
Bajra Sandi Monument in Dempasar CityBajra Sandhi Monument is a luxury monument standing up in the middle of Denpasar town. This monument is a symbol of Bali people struggle to fill the independence after the Dutch Colonial gone from this country. The target of this monument is immortalize the soul and spirit of Bali people struggle, dig, looking after, developing and also preserves the Balinese culture to be bequeathed to next generation.





TOUR ITINERARY

07:30 - Pick up at the hotel
08.30 - Visit Denpasar Traditional Market
09.00 - Visit Jagatnata Temple
09.30 - Visit Museum/Art Center
10.30 - Visit Bajra Shandi Monument
11.00 - Back to hotel
12.00 - Arrive at hotel
PRICE: US$ 35 net/person – minimum of 2 people
Single Traveler: US$ 60 net/person
Prices are inclusive of:
  • 21% government tax and service charge
  • Entrance fee at all tourist destinations
  • Speaking guide (English, Japanese and other language is subject to availability)
  • One bottle mineral water
  • Insurance cover up to USD 50.000
WHAT TO BRING?
Modest cloth, hat, camera, money, mosquito repellant and sun screen.

Denpasar Map

Denpasar Map is a travel guide to encourage you to see detail map of Denpasar town highlighting the tourist sites, road and other places. Please see more detail HERE.