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Best Culture and Travel Posts of 2016 Posted by sasha on Dec 27, 2016
2016 was a big year here, as we had tons of great posts about Indonesia and its language and culture. We’ve already put together a list of the best language posts from this year, so go back and check that out to build your vocabulary and learn lots of useful grammar. This blog is also…
Balinese Cremation Ceremony Video Posted by sasha on Jun 16, 2016
In Balinese culture, Ngaben (cremation ceremony) is a very important event. Most people on the Hindu island are cremated, and the ceremonies are often grand events with the entire village showing up. See what it looks like in this short video, taken in a village in the north of Bali:
Balinese Cremation Ceremony Posted by sasha on Jun 14, 2016
The culture of Bali is unique in that people practice a form of Hinduism that combines traditional Hindu beliefs with Buddhism and local animist religions. Anyone who visits the Island of the Gods will be able to witness this firsthand, from the daily offerings that can be seen just about anywhere to the elaborate ceremonies…