{"id":21570,"date":"2025-04-13T21:55:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-13T13:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/?p=21570"},"modified":"2026-01-06T10:00:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T02:00:30","slug":"galungan-and-kuningan-in-bali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/en\/blog\/bali-activities\/galungan-and-kuningan-in-bali\/","title":{"rendered":"Galungan and Kuningan in Bali"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-galungan-and-kuningan-in-bali\">Galungan and Kuningan in Bali<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Galungan and Kuningan are two of <a href=\"https:\/\/bali.com\/bali\/travel-guide\/culture\/religious-festivals-and-ceremonies-in-bali\/\"><strong><em>Bali\u2019s most sacred festivals<\/em><\/strong><\/a>. Galungan marks the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nowbali.co.id\/story-of-galungan\/\">triumph<\/a> of dharma (good) over adharma (evil), and the return of ancestral spirits to bless the family. Kuningan, ten days later, marks their return to the spirit world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">If you are planning a trip to Bali, this period is a special time to visit. Whether or not you are drawn to spiritual traditions or local customs, these festivals give a rare, authentic glimpse of the local culture that most itineraries usually do not mention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">This guide gives you a vivid picture of Galungan and Kuningan in Bali. You will read about how Balinese celebrate, and how you can experience these festivities respectfully. You will not find this level of detail in most travel guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-galungan-and-kuningan-dates-in-2026\">Galungan and Kuningan Dates in 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">In 2026, Galungan and Kuningan will be <strong><em>celebrated once <\/em><\/strong>according to the 210-day Balinese Pawukon calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><b>Galungan starts on <\/b>Wednesday, 17th June 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kuningan falls on Saturday, 27th June  2026, marking the end of the 10 day celebration.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The Bali Provincial Government officially recognises these dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-2-1024x682.png\" alt=\"Decorations for Galungan\" class=\"wp-image-21578\" srcset=\"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-2-1024x682.png 1024w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-2-300x200.png 300w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-2-768x512.png 768w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-2-1536x1023.png 1536w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-2.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Bali Prepares for Galungan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The days before Galungan are filled with rituals, preparations, and family traditions. In Balinese homes, <strong><em>preparations begin three days in advance<\/em><\/strong>. Each day has a specific name, purpose, and set of rituals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Three Days Before: Penyekeban<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">On this day, families start ripening bananas at home. The name Penyekeban comes from nyekeb, which means to cover or enclose. It is a quiet day; people pause their usual routines and begin preparing their homes and minds for Galungan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Two Days Before: Penyajahan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Families prepare traditional cakes and sweets. They prepare these dishes from rice flour, coconut, and palm sugar. These treats will later become part of the offerings. Kitchens stay busy. Women work together in groups. The air smells sweet and earthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">One Day Before: Penampahan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Penampahan is the most intense day of preparation. Families cook lawar and prepare babi guling. Some households make small animal sacrifices. Locals believe this tradition cleanses the space before welcoming ancestral spirits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">By evening, the streets are quieter. Families have finished shopping. Homes are clean. Offerings are ready.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Villagers line the streets with tall bamboo poles called <a href=\"https:\/\/lovebali.baliprov.go.id\/article\/detail\/1708932894276\/galungan:-celebrating-unity,-spirituality,-and-cultural-heritage-in-bali\">penjor<\/a>. They decorate them with coconut leaves, rice, and small ornaments. The island shifts from daily activity to spiritual focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong> Kuningan does not have formal preparation days. Most families prepare offerings the night before and complete ceremonies by midday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What Happens During Galungan and Kuningan in Bali<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Morning Rituals at Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Rituals begin before sunrise and wrap up before noon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Families bathe, dress, and begin the day with prayer at home shrines and family temples. The prayers are personal and unhurried. Parents light incense and recite blessings. Children help place offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Women wear lace kebaya with colourful sashes. Men wear white shirts with sarongs and udeng headscarves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Balinese women attending a ceremony with offerings for Galungan\" class=\"wp-image-21579\" srcset=\"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-3-1024x576.png 1024w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-3-300x169.png 300w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-3-768x432.png 768w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-3-1536x864.png 1536w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-3.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Offerings During Galungan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Families prepare small arrangements called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.holidify.com\/pages\/galungan-bali-1517.html\">canang sari<\/a>. These sit in woven palm-leaf trays, filled with flowers, betel leaves, rice, coins, incense \u2014 and sometimes even crackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Locals choose each item intentionally. They offer betel leaves to Brahma, place flowers for Vishnu, and include incense to honour Shiva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">They add rice to symbolise daily nourishment. Many now include candy or crackers, especially when children help prepare the offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Locals place offerings with reverence to the Trimurti \u2014 Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the transformer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">They place these offerings at doorsteps, roadside altars, home shrines, and family temples.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">People move slowly. They speak softly. They often walk barefoot. The act of offering is not rushed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Traditional Foods and Family Gatherings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">After morning rituals, families share a special meal. Galungan is one of the few times extended families come together across generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Meals include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/melalitour.com\/lawar-bali\/\">Lawar<\/a> \u2014 a mix of minced meat, coconut, and spices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bali.com\/bali-travel-guide\/food-dishes-venues\/recipes-bali-food\/meat-dishes\/babi-guling-guling-celeng-suckling-pig\/\">Babi Guling<\/a> (roast pork).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tastythriftytimely.com\/urab-balinese-coconut-vegetable-salad\/\">Urab<\/a> \u2014 a mix of vegetables and grated coconut.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Locals make these meals at home and serve them on banana leaves. They sit together on the floor mat, sharing food as a blessing and a celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-4-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Barong costume\" class=\"wp-image-21580\" srcset=\"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-4-1024x683.png 1024w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-4-300x200.png 300w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-4-768x512.png 768w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-4.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Village Customs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Penjor is the most visible sign that Galungan has begun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Women walk with baskets of offerings on their heads. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.in\/Attractions-g294226-Activities-c47-t10-Bali.html\">Temples<\/a> sound their gongs, bells, and mantras.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">In some villages, the Barong appears. It is a lion-like figure that represents a guardian spirit. Dancers and musicians lead it from house to house to ward off negativity and restore balance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Children follow behind. Some laugh. Others watch quietly, unsure whether to be scared or amazed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Not every village keeps this tradition. But where it happens, it adds a burst of colour and movement to an otherwise quiet day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The day after Galungan is called Manis Galungan. Families reserve this day for temple visits and relaxed gatherings. It is quieter; it is a day for reconnecting with roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Kuningan: The Closing Ceremony<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/balipedia.com\/galungan-and-kuningan\/\">Kuningan<\/a> quietly marks the end of the festival cycle. The offerings shift in atmosphere and colour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The mood feels quiet and reflective.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Yellow becomes the dominant shade. \u2018Kuning\u2019 means yellow in Bahasa Indonesia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The colour symbolises purity, prosperity, and farewell. It reflects a hope for protection and blessings as ancestral spirits bid farewell to humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Yellow is seen in the rice (nasi kuning), the flowers, the coconut-leaf decorations, and in the clothes people wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Locals place tamiang at shrines \u2014 round, shield-like decorations made from coconut leaves. These symbols represent protection and spiritual closure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Kuningan is not just a farewell to the spirits. It is a gentle reminder that every homecoming is followed by release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-5-1024x576.png\" alt=\"A traditional Balinese Galungan decoration\" class=\"wp-image-21581\" srcset=\"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-5-1024x576.png 1024w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-5-300x169.png 300w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-5-768x432.png 768w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-5-1536x864.png 1536w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-5.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Are Galungan and Kuningan Public Holidays in Bali?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Yes, <strong><em>Galungan and Kuningan are official holidays in Bali<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Most schools close for about two weeks. Banks and government offices shut or work shorter hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Tourist zones like Seminyak and Canggu stay more active. But even here, the mood softens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-6-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Balinese women walking in traditional wear\" class=\"wp-image-21582\" srcset=\"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-6-1024x576.png 1024w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-6-300x169.png 300w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-6-768x432.png 768w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-6-1536x864.png 1536w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-6.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Galungan and Kuningan Affect Travel Plans in Bali<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Galungan and Kuningan will not stop your Bali trip. But they do change how things run.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Shops and Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Many locally run shops and family businesses close for the day. Tourist-facing restaurants and beach clubs usually stay open. Supermarkets may open late or close early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Transport<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Fewer taxis and drivers are available, especially in the mornings. Expect slower response times on ride apps. Rural roads can get crowded as families travel between temples and homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Temples and Tours<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Some temples may be closed to non-locals during key prayer times. Cultural tours might get cancelled, shortened, or rerouted. Always check with your operator a day in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Planning Trips<\/strong>: Avoid long road trips or activities early in the morning. Book transport or drivers ahead of time. Be flexible; some changes can happen last minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-7-1024x681.png\" alt=\"A Balinese couple with offerings for Galungan and Kuningan\" class=\"wp-image-21583\" srcset=\"http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-7-1024x681.png 1024w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-7-300x200.png 300w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-7-768x511.png 768w, http:\/\/34.158.47.112\/viceroybali\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Galungan-and-Kuningan-in-Bali-7.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Galungan and Kuningan Etiquette for Visitors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Dos<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.baliholidaysecrets.com\/bali-temple-etiquette-guide\/\">Dress modestly<\/a>. Cover your shoulders and knees, especially if you are around temples or villages. Even if you are not entering a sacred space, your outfit shows respect.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step aside during processions or temple activities. Give locals space. Observe them from a distance without interrupting.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk around offerings. Never step on or over them. You will see them on sidewalks, at shop entrances, and even on vehicles.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ask before taking photos of people. Many may be praying or performing rituals. They may not want to be photographed.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your tone and body language respectful. Speak softly. Do not point your feet at people or shrines.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are allowed to watch a ritual or prayer, observe silently. Avoid using flash. Do not get too close to locals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid walking through or disrupting a ceremony, even if it is happening in a public space.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offerings are sacred. Do not touch, move or photograph them without seeking permission from locals.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only enter temples if you are dressed appropriately and welcomed in.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid sacred spaces during menstruation, as per local custom and temple signage. Many temples display signs to indicate this restriction.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skip loud activities like ATV rides, pool parties, or outdoor workouts near villages or temples on festival days.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rituals are not performances. 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But you will still notice signs of the festival all around you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Each morning, fresh offerings appear near steps, shrines, and quiet corners of the resort. Incense burns softly at entryways. From nearby temples, you may hear bells or distant chanting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The staff wears ceremonial attire. They are happy to explain the meaning behind what you see. No lectures, just gentle context.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Viceroy Bali gives you space to witness Balinese culture as it unfolds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">To experience this sacred time with quiet comfort, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viceroybali.com\/en\/reservation\/\">book your stay<\/a> at Viceroy Bali. 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