Tag Archives: Ramayana
Most Popular Posts of 2017 Posted by sasha on Dec 27, 2017
Can you believe it’s almost 2018? Before we say Selamat Tahun Baru (Happy New Year), let’s take a minute to reflect on 2017. We love getting feedback from our readers, which is why we always look to see which posts you enjoyed reading. Here are our 10 most popular posts of 2017: 10. How to…
Balinese Dance Posted by sasha on Nov 15, 2017
Dance is a huge part of Balinese culture. Known as tarian Bali in Indonesian, Balinese dance is unique, dynamic, and very expressive. There are several different types of Balinese dance, most of which are closely related to Hinduism. If you’re traveling to the Island of the Gods, taking in a dance performance should be high…
Sangeh Monkey Forest Posted by sasha on Oct 25, 2017
Many visitors to Bali don’t know that there are actually two monkey forests on the island. There’s the more popular and crowded one right in Ubud, and then there’s Sangeh. This one is located just a 30 minute drive or so away from Ubud, and attracts far more locals and domestic tourists. Enjoy a short…
Java Highlight Reel Posted by sasha on Apr 26, 2017
Big cities, a vibrant culture, ancient temples, natural wonders, and epic adventures. Here are the highlights of Java. Take a whirlwind tour of Indonesia’s most populous island in this short video, featuring active volcanoes, the biggest Buddhist temple in the world, and the bright blue fire of Kawah Ijen.
Ramayana Ballet Video (2/2) Posted by sasha on Mar 25, 2015
Check out the second half of the Ramayana ballet highlights. An army of monkeys does battle with the evil king and his forces, with the monkey general even burning down the entire kingdom. Is there a happy ending? Find out by watching!
Ramayana Ballet Video (1/2) Posted by sasha on Mar 9, 2015
The Ramayana is one of two ancient Hindu epics, and you can see a ballet performance at the open-air theater near the Prambanan temple in Java. Learn the story and check out some highlights from this amazing cultural show.
The Indian Epic Ramayana in Indonesia Posted by sasha on Mar 3, 2015
When visiting the stunning temple of Prambanan, it’s best to plan your trip for the late afternoon – this way you not only avoid the most intense heat of the day, but also get to stick around for the incredible Ramayana ballet. Outside of the rainy season, the performance takes place in an open-air theater…