NEWS BULLETIN ASIA WORLD INDONESIA
#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #20 | August 2017
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CONTENTS SPECIAL NEWS
Air New Zealand boost Bali
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Sanur Village Festival
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Ubud Village Jazz Festival
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The 6th Jazz Market by the sea
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72nd Independence Day of
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Indonesia Tribal People of Indonesia
TOUR OF THE MONTH
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Saraswati & Pagerwesi Day
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Rinjani Volcano Trekking- 52 Lombok Island
Bull Race ‘Karapan Sapi’ in
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AWI INFO
Parade Kuda Kosong in Cianjur
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Baliem Valley Cultural Festival
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Traditional Indonesian Recipe
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HR News
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Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas
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Madura
General Manager’s
M E S S AG E Dear valued partners Welcome into the month of August.
We are also showcasing new hotels and hotel
This month in Bali we celebrate several festivals
updates so please check out our Hotels section
such as the Sanur Village Festival on August 9th
to find out more.
to 13th, the Ubud Village Jazz Festival on August
Asia World Indonesia is also proud partner
11th and 12th. And on August 18th to 20th we
of the first Bestival in Bali which takes place
have the Jazz Market by the Sea in Tanjung
at our Cultural Park GWK on September 30th
Benoa. We also celebrate Saraswati Day here
– October 1st 2017. Contact us at mice@
in Bali on August 19th as well as the Pagerwesi
asiaworldindonesia.com for special festival
Day on August 23rd. More in this News Bulletin.
packages including 3 nights stay at selected
And on August 17th Indonesia is celebrating
hotels and discounted festival tickets.
its 72nd Independence Day. More in this News
And this month I would like to introduce you to
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the Togutil people, a semi-nomadic tribe from
Further we have the Karapan Sapi, or the bull
the North Halmahera Regency in the Malukus.
races on the island of Madura from August into
More details in this News Bulletin.
October. More in this News Bulletin.
And I am also continuing to introduce our Teams
In Cianjur we have the Parade Kuda Kosong
to you. This month I would like to introduce our
which memorates Eyang Suryakencana, a
Team Leader Product Mrs. Rina Puspita Dewi.
revered ancestor of the Cianjur people. More
And last but not least this months “Marcel’s
in this News Bulletin.
favorite Indonesian recipe for you to cook at
We also have the famous Baliem Valley Festival
home”…….Rempah or Beef and Coconut
from August 8th to August 10th. More in this
Patties. Bon appetite.
News Bulletin.
I hope you enjoy reading our latest News
And for me it is time to make my way to Las
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Vegas where I will attend one of the travel industry’s most important shows during the
Kind regards,
year….the Virtuoso Travel Week from August 14th to 18th at Vdara, Aria and Bellagio Hotels in Las Vegas. I am looking forward to meet some of our readers in Las Vegas personally. More in this News Bulletin.
Marcel Barmettler General Manager
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ome
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When it’s time for a meal, sample Indonesian flavors and
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overlooking the Indian Ocean and
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hotel is close to Bingin Beach and
Looking for a refreshing way to end the day? Stop at
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THE COZY BARS IN BALI KILN Bar & Eating House on Petitenget - Seminyak KILN is Seminyak’s new bar and eating house, where the food is forged in fire, made for sharing, and inspired by the Eastern Mediterranean; the cocktails are carefully crafted and best savored, and good tunes carry through late into the night. Signature cocktails include the ShakenUp Smoked Pineapple Margarita, the Toasted Pina Colada and the Sumac Bloody Mary — all inspired by the kiln. The team at Out & Out Hospitality, in collaboration with renowned chef Morgan McGlone, has
The
retained the best parts of the local institution
Singaporean talent Nicholas Scorpion alongside
Petitenget Cafe from which KILN has grown: the
Australian celebrity chef Morgan McGlone,
excellence in brunch and the elegance of the
who has worked the world over in some of its
old space, but now fired up to serve discerning
best restaurants. He is known for launching
locals looking for a good bite and en pointe
the much-lauded French Bistro at Flinders Inn,
drinks of an evening, in a lively atmosphere with
award-winning hospitality group Taste of Young
a dash of mischief and mayhem. The menu takes
Sydney, and the acclaimed Belles Hot Chicken,
some of Bali’s most primal cooking techniques
after several years working at Southern cooking
and elevates them to deliver elegant, thoughtful
destination Husk in South Carolina and Nashville.
and delicious cuisine. In other words: great vibes
Culinary excellence with good vibes in a
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ULU CLIFFHOUSE, NEW BEACH CLUB IN ULUWATU BALI Ulu Cliffhouse, a new beach club concept curated by a community of creative talent, has announced its launch in Bali in August 2017. Commanding jaw-dropping panoramic views, the 4640-square-metre cliff top oasis will offer an unparalleled new beach club experience in Uluwatu – 35 metres above sea level. With direct access to the beach, Ulu’s “cliff top playground” will feature a 25-metre infinity pool, an onsite spa, a boutique store and tantalizing food and drink options – from its terraced restaurant to a stunning cliffside bar, perched over the ocean. Created by Shed London, the design-led beach club will enhance its natural environment with modern edges, effortless style and a youthful playfulness. Redefining the traditional beach club offering, Ulu Cliffhouse will feature its very own recording studio, a curated gallery space and paying homage to its location, an in-house surfboard shaper. Ulu Cliffhouse has been created and developed by F&B entrepreneurs – Out & Out Hospitality whose operations span Singapore (Operation Dagger, Oxwell & Co) and Bali (KILN on Petitenget and the new Mandala House). ROOFTOP IMANI POOL BAR AND CASUAL DINING Located on the rooftop of Imani Suites, Sybarita Sky Lounge is the place to be for those who love to indulge in luxury. Our sunset sessions and 240 degree views will have you mesmerised from one of the highest vantage points in Seminyak while you sip champagne and enjoy refreshingly cool cocktails. Sybarita is the new place to be in Bali this year for smooth beats and Balearic tunes. 17
Mystical Morning at Pinggan Village, Kintamani - Bali 16
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Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas
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irtuoso Week is an annual event, nearing its 30th anniversary. It’s held in Las Vegas, mainly at the Bellagio, although in recent years, events have expanded to Vdara Resort and Spa and will be expanding to neighboring Aria as well. This year, more than 4,800 total attendees are expected. At the event’s core are interactions between travel advisors and travel providers (hotels, cruise lines, tour companies, and more). During these four-minute appointments – think of them as speeddating for the luxury travel industry – providers share what’s new, what’s hot, and what’s 20
perfect for the advisors’ clients. By the end of the week, an advisor will have met with as many as 2,000 different travel providers, collecting ideas for travel experiences to share with their clients. “A lot of the travel bookings we do during the year come from the relationships we make at Virtuoso Travel Week,” says Jupiter, Florida-based advisor Stacy Hart. Virtuoso Week’s goal is to foster connections and knowledge, which advisors can use to work with you to craft a better trip.
Events preceding VTW’s core networking focus on professional-development opportunities for travel advisors. This year, offerings include: • An active- and specialty-tour-operator expo for VAST-focused advisors • How to be a Virtuoso Life superstar by designing trips that would shine if profiled in the magazine • An expert panel on wellness travel • Understanding sustainable tourism • Destination-specialist training from various tourism boards • Client-relationship building • What millennial travelers want And that’s just a small sampling. These educational sessions, before Virtuoso Week’s official opening session on Sunday afternoon, train advisors to maximize themselves, their clients, and their connections to different types of travel. Some call Virtuoso Week “the Super Bowl of luxury travel” – David Hansen, Virtuoso’s senior vice president of meetings and events, calls it a “supernova” event – but regardless of how you define it, the aim of everyone involved is to make sure that your travel experiences, whenever and wherever they occur, are exactly what you want.
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RINA PUSPITA DEWI Products Team Leader
We proudly introduce you to our Team Leader of Asia World Indonesia’s Product Department, Rina Puspita Dewi. Born in Singaraja, a district in North of Bali, this 26 years old lady starts her career in tourism and hospitality in 2009 as Reservation team in one of the biggest Chinese market Travel Agent in Bali. In January 2016, she became a part of Asia World Indonesia as the Team Leader of the Product Department. Her role is to develop new products and maintain the existing one while also brainstorming to create Asia World other DMCs have. To enhance her product knowledge, she travels a lot to many places in Indonesia such as Jakarta, Yogyakarta and even to the deep of Sumatra. She lived her dream to step on every interesting destination which she can reach, not only in Indonesia but also in other countries. Feel free to contact Rina at: rina@asiaworldindonesia.com
HR NEWS
Indonesia’s signature experience which no
Airlines News
Air New Zealand Boosts Bali
More weekly flights and extended season planned for 2018.
ir New Zealand will significant enhance
A
Air New Zealand’s chief revenue officer,
its operations in Bali next year, almost
Cam Wallace,said the decision was taken
doubling its seat capacity to Denpasar
due to Bali’s continued popularity among
and extending the duration of its flying season
passengers.
by almost two months.
“The increase in services between Auckland
The airline currently operates two weekly from
and Bali, as well as the extension to the seasonal
Auckland to Bali’s international airport between
service represents year on year growth of more
the end of May and mid-October, increasing to
than 90%,” Wallace said. “Today’s news will give
three services per week during peak times.
leisure travellers more options when it comes
But next year, the airline’s Bali season will start
to getting to Bali, with more than 1,500 seats
at the beginning of April with up to five services
available per week each way at peak times.”
operating per week using a Boeing 787-9
The airline’s 2018 Bali lights are already on sale.
Dreamliner aircraft.
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SANUR VILLAGE
F E S T I V A L 2017
S
anur Village Festival returns in its 12-year celebration this August 26-30 (tentative), bringing back an anticipated week filled
with numerous arts, cultural, food, water sports and environmental-awareness events to the shores of Bali’s otherwise tranquil sunrise coast. With festivities mainly focused in the Maisonette area of the legendary Inna Grand Bali Beach Hotel, the committee of this year’s festival promises to continue
This year’s Sanur Village Festival will feature
on the typical highlights of the previous festivals,
a series of various sports events and
with new added activities at various venues around
competitions, kicking off with the Sanur Run,
Sanur.
which will take course throughout Mertasari Beach south of the main Sanur coast, with
This year’s theme, the Sanur Village Festival highlights
runners from Bali, Indonesia and around the
a bazaar and food festival, fashion shows, expos,
globe dashing to the beautiful Sanur sunrise.
tours, culinary challenges, Yoga, sports activities
A surfing competition will also take place at
and environmental awareness programs, and it will
Segara Ayu Beach, where surfers paddle
also highlight an international kite festival, an exotic
out to catch their best waves.
jukung festival and a Sanur Run.
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This year’s sporting events also
restaurants will also feature a
feature a fishing tournament
great range of signature pizzas
around
coastal
and burgers. The Inna Grand
waters of Sanur Beach, and
Bali Beach’s own restaurant
not to be missed is the exotic
and bar will be presenting their
Jukung competition at Segara
best offerings at reasonable
Ayu Beach, with colorful sails at
prices during the food bazaar.
sunrise.
Five-star international cuisine
the
idyllic
from the industry for up to Food
lovers
will
have
the
only IDR 50,000 per serving, is
opportunity to try out rare
available alongside traditional
Balinese heritage cuisine at the
dishes that let you sample the
bazaar, with more traditional
rich flavours of the archipelago
food stands than international –
in one spot.
although representative Sanur
For the arts inclined, the Sanur
horticultural,
Creative
an
agricultural potentials to a wide
exhibition of arts and handicrafts
audience. The Sanur Kite Festival
that supports the local tourism
is a mainstay event that will
industry, and also as a meeting
provide a spectacle of the skies
point
over Sanur with its array of giant
Expo
for
presents
local
and
international
strike
attractive
producers buyers deals
to and
exchange ideas. An Agrowisata
traditional
kites
farming
and
and
creative
and contemporary designs at Mertasari Beach.
Indonesia Expo will also promote
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UBUD VILLAGE 2 0 1 7
Jazz Festival
T
he smooth groove of jazz will reverberate across the enchanting Ubud village on the beautiful island of Bali when the
Ubud Village Jazz Festival 2017 takes place from 11th to 12th August 2017 at the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA), Ubud. Entering its 5th edition this year, the jazz fiesta will feature performances of some of the world’s most prominent jazz musicians including: trumpet player Benny Brown from Germany; pianist Gerald Clayton from the U.S.; pianist Steve Barry from Australia; France saxophonist, Samy Thiebault; Glen Buschmazz Jazz Academy Big Band from Germany; singer-composer Maaike Den Dunnen from
The idea for the festival was conceived in 2012
the Netherland; and more. The festival will
when Yuri Mahatma (Musician and founder of
also be highlighted with the performance
Underground Jazz Movement) together with
of some of Indonesia’s top jazz musicians
Anom Darsana (director and owner of ANTIDA
such as Ricad Hutapea, David Manuhutu,
Music Productions) formed the idea of hosting
Tesla Manaf, Benny & Barry Likumahua; Koko
a community concert in the unique village of
Harsoe; Balawan and Batuan Ethnic Fusion;
Ubud. With involvement and support of the
Yuri Mahatma; Astrid Sulaiman; Bonny Trio;
majority of artist communities, the inaugural
Pramono Adi Pamungkas; Underground Jazz
edition of Ubud Village Jazz festival was
Movement; and more.
successfully held in 2013.
Ubud Village Jazz Festival (UVJF) is a unique
Next to being a jazz concert, UVJF also facilitates
music fiesta that combines the groovy tunes
a workshop of local and National music
and harmony of jazz with the artistic setting
educators to explore more ways to attract
and the exceptionally peaceful atmosphere
the younger generation to learn and play jazz
of the traditional village of Ubud.
music.
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UVJF is an annual international jazz festival empowered by communities. It is financed through
sponsorship,
advertising
and
pitch-fees from traders, tickets, booth and merchandises. UVJF is entirely reliant on a very small group of volunteers, the event taking almost 1,000 volunteer man-hours to organize. It is their exceptionally hard work and dedication that brings Borough residents and visitors into the Town, boosting the local economy, creating an event that Ubud residents would say is one of the most enjoyable in the calendar. If you’re looking for peace and
serenity,
Ubud
is
definitely the place to be. Steeped
in
culture
and
enhanced by magnificent vistas, Ubud offers a respite from the humdrum of your busy life. Ubud pampers visitors in body and soul. Fine dining restaurants and spas here will delight and relax the senses. A walk through fields,
the
lush
paddy
watching
processions
colorful
of
women
gracefully balancing piles of fruit offerings
on their
way to the temple, are lasting
impressions
and
simply breathtaking.
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The 6th Jazz Market by The Sea
“CLOTHING THE NATION”
J
azz market by the Sea is back
for
its
6th
year!
As
always there’s the best of the
Indonesian jazz scene, hotly-tipped emerging talent and exciting cross genre artists, with a programme that truly brings something for everyone. Attracting not just music fans, the festival includes vibrant market stalls showcasing local arts & crafts, a wide range of mouthwatering food stalls of Indonesian cuisine, culinary workshops and traditional cooking presentations, host of fun activities such as face painting, ocean races, mermaid shows, bouncy castles for your family, and other many other festivities. This award winning festival, one of Bali’s biggest Jazz event, runs from Friday 19th to Sunday 21st August 2016 from 2PM to 11PM each day, at Taman Bhagawan, Tanjung Benoa, Bali. There are many talented acts linedup to color the weekend! Last year’s featured Raisa, Tohpati Bertiga, Kunto Aji, Balawan & Maestro, Dialog Dini Hari, Rio Sidik, Jampiro and many others.
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Beside good jazz beats from Indonesian talents, Jazz Market will also bring a cultural theme “CLOTHING THE NATION”. Jappy Sanger, the Co-Founder said: “This year we want to bring the Jazz Market goers to experience what is beyond our Indonesian heritage and culture through textiles and fabrics, with dimensions of the past and to this present day. All of this has been clothed and collaborated through Indonesian music culture & jazz.” Jazz Market is always a festival for everyone. Music,
culture,
culinary,
and
engaging
activities for you, and your kids are just some of the treats you’ll catch in this year’s Jazz Market. 29
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Life
Was meant for
good &Great
s e r u t n e friends Adv
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I
nd
On
Independence
celebrations
Independence Day of
begin
with
INDONESIA
ndependence
red
colorful show and the public
the president’s palace. This is accompanied by high school students chosen from across the
country
displaying
a
of
day
that
and white. Groups of people
is able to enjoy various fun
marks when Indonesia was
arrange for community service
activities and contests. On the
declared Independent from
activities
Sunday after Independence
the
is
a
Day, the government holds a
associations
parade of marching bands.
the
coordinate special activities
Foreigners are welcomed by
fact that Indonesia declared
for the children and even
most Indonesian people and
its
request
for
are able to participate through
Dutch Government on August
prizes for the children. The
sponsoring children’s activities
17, 1945, it wasn’t until 2005
people are required to hoist
or helping to fund other types
that the Dutch accepted this
flags on their residence for
of activities. On August 17,
date as the official date for
a certain period of time. The
2012, Indonesia celebrated
Indonesia’s
president
its
filled
with
celebrations.
This
day
areas
festivities
and
Neighborhood
Despite
independence
Preparations
from
the
independence. for
are
residential up.
is
Netherlands.
where
in
at
Day
Indonesia
decorated
ceremony
a
flag
buildings
hoisting
Day,
cleaned
for
sponsorship
then
addresses
67th
anniversary.
This
the
the nation on the eve of
event saw various villages,
Independence Day begin way
Independence Day. There are
towns and cities preparing
in advance before festivities
a lot of commemorations on
for
begin. There are decorations
local TV channels showing the
biggest
hung all throughout the city
struggle
Independence
with the President’s palace 33
for
independence.
what
Indonesia
looked
like
celebration has
the of
Day
that
ever
seen.
It
is
believed
that
even
Indonesians in other nations don’t miss out on this important day of celebration. A unique thing about the celebration of this day in Indonesia is that all ceremonies are conducted simultaneously in all regions, from
schools
to
official
government offices, including the
ceremony
presided
over by the president and attended by different groups, officials,
army,
veterans,
and members of the public.
The celebration of Independence Day is of great significance to the people and history of Indonesia. It is a huge event for the people of Indonesia marking the declaration of Indonesia as free nation from the foreign rule. It was the day that the Indonesian flag was unveiled. The flag is of great importance to the country and its citizens with its red color showing courage and white purity. The flag is flown with the greatest honor and utmost respect as a sign of patriotism and true nationalism. Independence Day is not only done on land but also on sea and in air to show that the land, sea and air of the Nation no longer belongs to the colonial rule but belongs to Indonesia and its citizens.
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TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA
Togutil The
T
People
he Togutil people (also known as Inner Tobelo, a term referring to indigenous people who lived in the woods and “could sleep standing
up under a leaf during rain) are an indigenous group with a semi-nomadic lifestyle in the jungles of Totodoku, Tukur-Tukur, Lolobata, Kobekulo and Buli, North Maluku in the Aketajawe-Lolobata National Park, North Halmahera Regency, North Maluku, Indonesia. The word Togutil itself bears the meaning of “the tribe that lives in the jungle�, or o fongana ma nyawa in the Tobelo language.Their lifestyle is very much dependent on the surroundings of the jungle. Sago is a staple diet. Their settlements are usually in groups of communities along river banks. There are about 42 households of Togutil communities that settled along the Dodag river, while about 500 live along the Akelamo river. Their houses are made of wood and bamboo with Pelem leaves (a type of Livistonia) as roofing. Generally their houses do not have walls or wooden flooring. The Togutils are categorized as a separate group of people living in the interiors of north and central Halmahera. The Togutil people use the same
According to legend, they are actually
language as the Tobelo people that live in the coastal
coastal dwellers who moved to the jungles
areas. Their communities are often categorized as a
in order to avoid taxes. In 1915 during rule of
group of outcasts living in the jungles compared to
the Dutch East Indies, there was an effort to
the Tobelo living in the coastal areas. Their physical
settle them in the countryside of Kusuri and
appearance, especially their facial features and
Tobelamo. But because they refused to pay
skin tone have a stronger resemblance to the Malay
taxes, they returned to the jungles and the
people than of the Tobelo.
settlement effort became a failure.
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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals
Balinese Ritual Ceremony on This Month
SARASWATI & PAGERWESI DAY Balinese Hinduism has so many ritual ceremonies that each ceremony
has
meaning,
and
will be held
a
different
this
month
Saraswati and
Pagerwesi Day.
Saraswati Day
S
araswati
day
celebrated
itself by
is the
Balinese people bringing
offerings to their holy books
The
and scrolls in their houses, while
from
students celebrate it at school,
flow
usually in the morning, and the
a
office-workers in their office.
symbol of knowledge, its flow
The philosophy of Saraswati day
(or growth) is like a river and
is that the most important thing
knowledge is very interesting,
for human life is knowledge.
like
Knowledge is very important for Balinese. Every Saniscara, Wuku
Watugunung,
they celebrate Saraswati Day, the knowledge day. It is based on
the
calendar)
Pawukon system
(Balinese and
the
Saniscara (seven day cycle).
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Saraswati
“Saras” and
a
meaning
“wati”
women.
So,
came
meaning
Saraswati
beautiful
is
women.
Saraswati is the Goddess of
About Saraswati Day
Umanis,
name
Knowledge, symbolized by a beautiful woman with four hands, riding on a white swan among water
lilies
to
tell
humanity
that science is like a beautiful woman.
Her
hands
hold
a
palm leaf; a lontar, (a Balinese traditional book which is the source of science or knowledge);
Saraswati - Goddess of knowledge, music a
and creative arts
Pagerwesi Day Pagerwesi is the day when the Balinese strengthen their
minds
and
souls
against evil forces. This
ceremony
fall
on
Wednesday, Buda Kliwon Sinta (Balinese Calendar), Pagerwesi is celebrated every days) the
six
months
(210
according
to
pawukon
calendar
system and this ceremony has very close relationship with Saraswati day. It falls three days after Saraswati day. a chain (genitri with 108 pieces) symbolizing is
never
that ending
everlasting
life
knowledge and
cycle;
has
an
and
a
musical instrument (guitar or wina) symbolizing that science develops through the growth of culture. The swans symbolize prudence, so
that
distinguish
one’s
knowledge
between
good
may and
evil and the water lilies (Lotus) are symbols of holiness. The Lotus flower is the holiest for Balinese. In the afternoon of Saraswati day we are not permitted to read or write the book because all the books are offered. In the evening, called Malam Sastra, people read books (especially religious books) in their houses or in the temple.
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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals
About Pagerwesi Day
P
agerwesi is also called “rerainan gumi” by the Balinese and means the
holiday for everyone from every background (read: caste) from the families of priests to the common
families.
Pagerwesi
is celebrated every 210 days on
Wednesday
of
Shinta
(the first week in the Balinese Pawukon
calendar
Etymologically
system). Pagerwesi
derives from the two Balinese words pager and wesi, which means fence and iron. The
also
iron
human
fence
is
a
symbol
of
leads
and
teaches
how
to
on
strong self-protection and on
their
pagerwesi the Balinese focuses
without
on building a strong personal
behavior and evil desires.
fortification
to
ensure
life
live
appropriately,
giving
in
to
bad
In many regions in Bali,
that
evil don’t enter their minds,
Pagerwesi
speech and deeds, so won’t
to
do
holiday which is celebrated
harm
their
surroundings.
be
a
is
considered
really
important
excessively in a similar fashion The God who is worshipped on
Pagerwesi
is
Sanghyang
to Galungan Day, includinf erections
of
penjors(tall
Paramesti Guru or God Siva - the
decorated bamboo poles)
god who is responsible to wipe
The
out all the bad and evil entities
gratitude
in the world. Also known as
Paramesti Guru by making
teacher or guru of the universe,
offerings,
Sanghyang
houses and visiting temples.
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Paramesti
Guru,
Balinese to
show
their
Sanghyang
praying
in
their
Prior to Pagerwesi, there are two minor holiday, called Soma Ribek and Sabuh Mas. • Soma Ribek Soma
Ribek
is
celebrated
on
the
Monday prior to Pagerwesi and is dedicated to the Goddess of rice, Bhatari Sri. By worshipping the goddess the Balinese hope that Bhatari Sri will bless them with a full rice barn in the coming year, hence an important ritual of Soma Ribek is placing offerings in a rice pot. • Sabuh Mas Tuesday before Pagerwesi is named Sabuh
Mas.
Etymologically
Sabuh
means spread and mas means gold. On this holiday, Balinese worship the god as a wealth giver, hoping that the god will fill their days with gold the coming year.
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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals
Bull Race ‘Karapan Sapi’
IN MADURA
K
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arapan
Sapi,
is
Madura’s
uplifted when their bulls can be a
annual traditional event, it is
champion. This event is becomes an
such a bull racing tournament.
outstanding - event - party for
It is usually held at week end within
Madurese, it needs more energy,
August to September, or ideally
more
before or after the fasting month.
course, more money to spend.
Date back to the early begin,
Regarding
Karapan Sapi was exist before
is becomes an investment out
15 Century. The championship is
of gold and money. Thus, the
starts from the district level to the
owner will more concern to make
regency level and moving forward
their bull winning in this race.
to the level Residence. Last, the
At this race, the bull will race
final will be held on September or
in pair. There is also a standing
October in the city of Pamekasan
wooden cart that put in those
to compete for President Cup.
bull’s
Karapan Sapi is such a prestigious
jockey to ride away the bull and
event for Madurese people, for
controlling
the bull’s owner will feel socially
Keleles. The race track are typically
beneficial this
back,
a
their
times event,
place speed,
and, the
for
of bull
the
named
about it
100
takes
seconds the
meters
about to
bull,
long
ten
pass. before
and
to
fifteen
Before
racing
the
race,
each team will show up their bulls in parade accompanied by Madura’s traditional instrument named Saronen. Looking at the background, bull is not an animal type for racing activities for are not classified as fast runner animals. But this can be solved by training the bull twice or three times a week, not more than that. The exercise is held around 3pm before dawn. It is said that a pair of healthy and strong bulls will cost Rp. 4 millions per pair for their food and other maintenance.
Moreover,
they
are
also consuming some traditional herb and dozens of chicken eggs per days. To make the bulls running as fast as they can, the tail are tied with nails and it was also given the chili and ginger. The jockey’s whip is also added by nails. It seems sadistic here, but that is the way, the culture. The more they get hurt, the more of the bull will run faster. God bless the cows.
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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals
Parade Kuda Kosong
IN CIANJUR
W
hat is “Kuda Kosong” ? Kuda Kosong or “Empty Horse” is an original art
and culture tradition of people in Cianjur Regency. This culture is so essential for the people of Cianjur, not only among the older generation, but also for the young ones. Basically, without the presence of this tradition, the momentum of the parade procession is like eating vegetables without any seasoning. Based various sources of data the
cultural
tradition
of
Empty
Horse has existed since ancient times. The purpose of the tradition is to remember the history of the Cianjur Regency in the past. When Cianjur is held by RA Wiratanu Regent, the Regent is required to hand over tribute of palawija to Sunan Mataram in Central Java. While handed the palawija, they always stated that even though Due to clever diplomacy, a horse was the people of Cianjur poor hence given to Regent of Cianjur as a mean of they have great courage when transport back from Mataram to Cianjur. defending the nation, just like the The gift means great appreciation and also spicy taste of chili and pepper. a great pride for the people of Cianjur.
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Around 0 years after the event, thousands
of
Cianjur
people
crowded into insurgent guerrilla war against the Dutch colonizers. With
the
leadership
of
Dalem
Cianjur, Rd Alith Prawatasari, the ranks of the struggle in every village vigorously against the enemy until finally the Dutch troops drawn back to Batavia (now Jakarta). The story is an icon in every parade of cultural arts performances including the parade of 17 August. Three people which selected to act as RAA Wiratanudatar II, shall carry a box each which are containing tributes of rice, pepper, and chili. This Empty Horse Culture had been prohibited for several years due to allegedly there is a mystical element in the process. As a result, the government forbade the culture of Empty Horse on the grounds of the concerns of the community. But now the cultural traditions of the Empty Horse reappear as the ban has been lifted. “The empty horse is a culture that describes the struggle of Cianjur heroes to expel the invaders,� said Abah Ruskawan,
a
culturalist
from
Cianjur, to remember the struggle and
resistance
people
against
of
the
the
Cianjur invaders.
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Indonesia’s Culture Festivals
Baliem Valley Cultural Festival 2017
B
aliem Valley cultural Festival scheduled
to
take
place
from August 08th -10th 2017.
This is the one occasion when all
the diverse tribes from the highlands of Wamena and the Baliem Valley such as the Dani, Lani, and the Yali congregate to celebrate their annual festival. This year the festival will be centered in the district of Jayawijaya. Located high in the Jayawijaya mountains on the Indonesian side of the island of New Guinea, Baliem is a stunningly beautiful green valley long hidden beyond soaring hills. Highlight of the Festival is the mock tribal warfare held to maintain the agility and preparedness of the tribes to defend their villages. Organized government
by of
the
district
Jayawijaya,
the
festival is aimed to introduce and preserve the values and culture of Baliem
Valley’s
traditional
tribes.
The Baliem Valley festival will be enhanced by various fascinating art
and
cultural
including
performances,
traditional
Papuan
dances, pig racing, Puradan Rattan Spear
Throwing,
Sikoko
Spear
games, Papuan traditional musical performance, 46
and
many
more.
Tour of The Month
T
his program is designed specially for the real
trekker/advanced,
because
the
participant/s must be fit and have several
mountain climbs experiences. Commencing your trek early morning for Pelawangan
Sembalun
campsite
passing
through savannah and lo-cal village life at Sembalun whilst all the time the pinna-cle of Mount Rinjani beckons you to its peak for some breathtaking views over Segara Anak crater lake with it’s young volcano gently puffing sulfuric smoke. A very early morning trek up Mount Rinjani in the cool mountain air, racing against time, will reward you with an amazingly spectacular sunrise
(depending
upon
weather)
and
magnificent Lombok panoramas as far as the eye can see ! 48
Rinjani Volcano g n i k Trek 3D2N
Lombok Island
Activities Trekking
through
savannah
and
local village of Sem-balun Camping at Plawangan Sembalun View the puffing volcano and crater lake, Segara Anak Trek up Mt Rinjani to the pinnacle Camping at Segara Anak campsite Possibility to swim in the lake Possibility to visit the natural hot spring near the cra-ter lake Photographic opportunities 47
Payangan (Ubud), Bali Half Day (5 - 6 Hours)
WHITE WATER RAFTING - AYUNG
Overview An adventurous day of paddling across the rapids of the Ayung River in Ubud. No certification required to enjoy the adrenalin rush from your conquest. Experience a unique and unforgettable journey through winding gorges, luscious jungles and magnificent rice fields
In-Details Pick up around 07:45 am or 12:15 pm from your hotel in south Bali and head to Ubud to arrive at Payangan the starting point at the gorge of Ayung River. Experience the thrill that begins the moment you push off from the riverbanks. As you launch into a 9.6 km river stretch, navigating through 33 class II and III rapids set to a backdrop of wild unspoiled rainforest, towering gorges and impressive rice fields. With a professionally trained and experienced guide, raft through the river runs, dramatic drops and spectacular waterfalls. End the action packed approximately 1,5 hours journey with showers followed by a hot gourmet buffet feast at our private restaurant overlooking majestic mountains and rice fields. Transfer back to your hotel afterwards.
Fast Facts · · · · · ·
Suitable for FIT and Group Daily morning and afternoon departure Shared transfer in air conditioned vehicle Family package available Not suitable for children under 7 years old What to bring/wear: sunscreen, hat, strapped sandals, sporty wear, change of clothes (swimmers/ board-shorts/sun shirts)
Selling Point A fabulous adventure for all ages with a mixture of adrenalin rush and stunning nature views. Ideal for family, groups of friends or company outing.
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