The Final Question: Bury or Burn?
Many tourists in Bali will have witnessed “Ngaben”, the open-air Hindu cremations. Those for the rich and famous can be...
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The Traces of Hinduism in Minangkabau
Before the arrival of Islam, Minangkabau had been visited by Hindus and Buddhists. Many theories have been put forward by...
Take Time Out in Seclusion and Culture at Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud
Ubud has had a special place in my heart since I celebrated my 21st birthday. It’s Bali’s cultural heartland, providing...
Palang Pintu, Betawi Wedding Tradition
Indonesia has a plethora of cultural traditions, especially for weddings. One tradition that is quite popular in Indonesia is palang...
Looking into the Minangkabau Press
The crucial role of the press in shaping the history of Minangkabau is undeniable. Appearing on the historical stage in...
Chinese New Year and Acculturation
Just around the corner, the Chinese will commemorate their Chinese New Year globally. They believe the Chinese New Year symbolises...
Various New Year’s Days in Indonesia
Indonesia is a country whose 270 million people are made up of various ethnicities and cultures, with 1,340 ethnic groups...
Bakdi Soemanto Encourages Cultural Literacy
“At that time, very early in the morning on 11th October 2014….. I received a text from a friend of...
Discovering Wonders of Jakarta through the Indonesian Heritage Society
Jakarta, previously also known as Batavia, is rich in history, culture, and heritage influences. A melting pot of various communities...
THE 101 Bali Fontana Seminyak Supports the Work of Female Artists
The chosen theme for this year’s PHM Hotels’ annual Art Music Festival is Women and their Artworks, highlighting the various...
Allow Guardians at The Hermitage Jakarta Cater to You
Jakarta has surprising treats to tend your famished soul. Well, at least it does for me. I found myself back...
Jelajah Rempah Nusantara at The Dharmawangsa Jakarta
In celebration of Indonesian Independence Day, The Dharmawangsa Jakarta in partnership with Javara Indonesia presents Jelajah Rempah Nusantara, a three-day...
Indonesia Governors Bringing 1 Litre Water and One Jug of Land To Nusantara.
Governors from all 34 provinces in Indonesia will gather at the national capital city at Sepaku, East Kalimantan and take...
Sandal Garbage Turned Into Art Installation
A number of youths in Pangkung Tibah Village, Kediri District, Tabanan Regency, Bali, have created installation artworks installation from sandals...
Balinese Environmental Activist Wins CNN Heroes Award
An environmental activist from Bali, I Made Janur Yasa, has won the CNN Heroes 2021 award after his name was...
Expats’ Cultural Confusion – Adapting and Accepting
You have moved to a new country, unpacked your boxes, decorated your new home, and then, when everything is set...
Splashing Out on Culture
Can history be used to coin cash in a country where citizens would rather tramp malls than museums and reckon...
Intercultural Communication Key to Global Understanding
BOOK REVIEW “Cultures and Communication” An Indonesian Scholar’s Perspective. In an increasingly globalised world, how people interact across cultures have...
Digging Deeper on Cross Cultural Families and Culture Differences
“When feelings are valid, perception can still be unreliable”, is a quote I stumbled upon from cross-cultural marriage and parenting...
Recharge at MesaStila Resort and Spa
Sugeng Sugiantoro Invites You to Recharge Like Nowhere Else at MesaStila Resort and Spa Sugeng Sugiantoro has spent his days...
BVR Foundation Preserves Bali’s Culture through Art
Bali’s culture and traditions are commonly practiced daily. As a favourite holiday destination, preservation of cultural practices can face hurdles....