Bali Buzz #57 by Bali Buzz by The Jakarta Post

Vol. 1/october 8-october 14, 2015

nusa penida

festival Art is for everyone

Tumpek Kandang

Nusa Dua Fiesta

from THE editor

Nusa Penida

Cover Photo: Anggara Mahendra

The Balinese, especially those who live on the mainland, used to view and talk about Nusa Penida, the biggest of three islets off Bali, with an acute sense of trepidation. In olden times, Nusa Penida was the home of rebellious people and powerful rulers, a source of constant headaches for the mainland’s kings, who wanted to annex it. It is also the seat of Dalem Peed, formerly known as Ratu Gede Mecaling, a mighty deity with terrifying magical power and a reportedly unpredictable disposition. He is the de facto ruler of most Balinese traditional healers and shamans. Nowadays, that trepidation has changed into anticipation as the number of mainlanders visiting Nusa Penida for religious pilgrimages or vacations keeps growing by the year. The island’s stunning underwater beauty has also drawn an ever increasing number of tourists. Nusa Penida has become a place to go instead of an island to avoid. This edition’s cover story reports on the recent Nusa Penida festival, a local initiative to showcase the island’s cultural wealth. This annual festival will surely make Nusa Penida more visible and attractive for the tourist industry. More importantly, it will provide the island dwellers with a valuable medium to preserve their cultural legacy. — The Editor

07 Nusa Dua Fiesta

Contents

06 Tumpek Kandang

Art is for everyone

08 Nusa Penida Festival 10 House of Masks and Puppets 12 Alaya

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October 8, 2015

Images

The ‘tipat’ war “An act of gratitude” Words and photos Zul Trio Anggono

ozens of young people enthusiastically gathered in front of the village temple in Padang Luwih customary village to take part in Metimpungan, an annual ritual held to give thanks for the plentiful harvest. The ritual is held on the full moon of the fourth month of the Balinese lunar calendar, known as sasih kapat in Balinese, which fell last week, and involves two teams throwing tipat (rice cakes steamed in young coconut leaves) at each other. Dressed in traditional temple dress, the ritual participants prayed first, before the tipat war began. The battle teams were from the six hamlets of the village, divided into two groups; older men distributed baskets full of tipat to the teams. After a few minutes, the war spilled out onto the streets of Padang Luwih village, ending after a 30-minute “fierce battle”. This was, in fact, a communal and joyful celebration. After the war ended, all the participants hugged and laughed with each other, having demonstrated their gratitude for the gifts of nature.

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Art

Art is for

everyone “Putting art in public spaces”

Words Ni Komang Erviani Photos Zul Trio Anggono

n alley near Badung traditional market has looked different since last Friday. The dull walls of the old buildings have been covered with more than 100 works of art by artists from around the world. Paintings, photos, comics, murals and other art forms have brought a different atmosphere to this part of old downtown Denpasar. For two weeks, from Oct. 2-16, an alley off Jl. Ternate has been turned into a gallery for more than 40 artists, comprising 12 Indonesian artists, 12 Australians and many others from the US, South Africa and Germany, all participating in an event organized by Micro Galleries in a global project that reclaims disused and forgotten public spaces and reactivates them, making them into tiny galleries that are free and accessible to the local community. Badung River, in the middle of the traditional market, is also being used to display art. On the polluted river, an installation by Balinese artist Made Bayak in collaboration

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with Australian artist Billie Parsons shows a monster trapped in the trash to remind people of the environmental dangers of plastic. Meanwhile, a mural is also being displayed on a wall on Jl. Ternate, the street where many fruit vendors sell their produce. Everyone using the street, from the vendors and pedestrians to passing motorists, can enjoy the art for free. The art is mostly displayed on paper stuck to the wall, which could easily be damaged by passersby. “Totally, everything is free and accessible to everyone. Everyone can come along and enjoy it for no cost and no obligation,” Kat Roma Greer, art director of Micro Galleries, said. Greer explained that Micro Galleries aimed to demonstrate that art was for everyone and could have a positive impact on a community; that art did not have to be only presented in galleries and theaters. “We want artists to extend the way they normally work. A lot of these artists work in gallery spaces, so this is really moving them out of their comfort zone,” she said.

Greer, an Australian who lives in Hong Kong, initiated Micro Galleries several years ago and has connected thousands of artists from all around the world, as well as organizing exhibitions in places including Australia and South Africa. “This is the first time we have been to Indonesia. We would love to hold the event in other towns here,” Greer said. Upholding the theme “Hanging the world... in small and creative ways”, Micro Galleries hopes to bring art to the community. “And to demonstrate that places and spaces can be owned by the community and treated in an amazing dynamic way and

be spaces for the community to enjoy,” Greer added. Micro Galleries has also organized art workshops and artist discussions during the event. Greer said she felt glad that Indonesian artists had responded positively to the project and hoped that Micro Galleries could promote Indonesian artists in other exhibitions to be held next year in China and other places around the world. “We can take Indonesian art to other communities and continue to promote and facilitate opportunities for Indonesian artists,” she said.

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Soul

ast Saturday was a special day at Bali Zoo in Singapadu, Gianyar regency, as the zoo’s management celebrated Tumpek Kandang with a ritual to honor and express affection toward animals. The ritual took place on Saturday, Oct. 3, at the zoo and attracted many visitors. “This ritual is held every six months and is to pay our respect to animals and to pray for their well-being and safety,” explained Emma Kristiani Chandra, Bali Zoo’s public relations executive. A number of Hindu priests presented offerings dedicated to Sang Hyang Rare Anom, a manifestation of Shiva before two cubs lion and a Javanese monkey were taken out of their cages to be sprinkled with holy water at the temple within the zoo complex. Meanwhile, the management of Bali Safari and Marine Park in Gianyar also held a similar ceremony to celebrate Tumpek Kandang at the park.

Tumpek Kandang “A day to honor animals” Words and photos Agung Parameswara and Bram Setiawan

“The Tumpek Kandang ceremony is being held one day before World Animal Day, which falls tomorrow [Sunday, Oct. 4],” said William Santoso, general manager of Bali Safari and Marine Park. Santoso said the management would invite 50 children from Cening Bali orphanage to take part in the ceremony and enjoy the park facilities. “We hope they will be happy here, but more importantly they need to understand how to take care of animals with love and respect,” Santoso said. The park has a collection of more than 1,000 animals from 100 species originating from around the world. “The offerings [made for the animals] are especially prepared as banten pemereman paweton [celebrating birth],” the priest said. “The Tumpek Kandang ritual comprises prayers to express our thankfulness that God has protected the animals,” said Jero Mangku Kamaryasa. It also reflects the Hindu concept of Tri Hita Karana Hindu — harmony in the relationships between humans and God, humans and nature, and humans and the environment.

October 8, 2015

Festival

Nusa Dua Fiesta “A fun-filled festival this weekend” Words and Photos Courtesy of Nusa Dua Fiesta

he Peninsula, a lengthy strip of white sandy beach in Nusa Dua, will be transformed this weekend into an outdoor arena of fun and celebration as the annual Nusa Dua Fiesta (NDF), running from Oct. 9-13, kicks off with numerous cultural and musical performances. First held 19 years ago, NDF has grown into the signature event of the island’s most luxurious tourist enclave, as well as being one of Bali’s longest running cultural celebrations. Initially held as a way to promote Nusa Dua, it has evolved into a gathering where local families and tourists can enjoy a good time, while serving as a platform for other destinations in Indonesia to get greater exposure. This year, NDF features five main events: music celebrations, cultural shows, competitions, exhibitions and sports. The two-day music celebration takes place Sunday with Afro Bali Reggae Moving and

Monday with Rock 90s Alive. The former will feature Steven Jam, Afro Moses, Joni Agung & Double T and The Bodhi, while the latter will present Judika, Sound of Mine, Navicula and Crazy Horse. The music celebration will also have performances by famed guitar prodigy Balawan, renowned flutist Gus Teja and DJ Kesha Ayre. Sundown Blues, a stage battle between 12 bands, will be held on Friday and Saturday. Three winners from the stage battle will be featured in the upcoming 2016 Bali Blues Festival. The NDF organizer is expecting this year’s improved programs will attract more visitors; last year’s NDF clocked 46,077 local and 4,741 foreign visitors. Among the featured competitions are body painting, wedding make-up, kids painting, mixology, latte art and drone photography. Vintage motorcycle and bonsai exhibitions will take place during the festival, while as many as

36 exhibition stalls will introduce natural and cultural attractions from different provinces in Indonesia. Hotels in Nusa Dua area will participate in the cultural show themed Love, Peace and Harmony, featuring large-scale dance-dramas Kebo Iwa and Mentari Pulau Dewata.

In collaboration with Starwood Hotels, NDF will also organize Run to Give 2015, a charity run to raise money for the renovation poor families’ houses in Bali. A culinary area will offer visitors foods and beverages prepared by the kitchen teams of Nusa Dua’s luxurious hotels and restaurants.

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Nusa Penida “Enjoy the Blue Paradise!”

Words and photos Anggara Mahendra

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Cover Story

njoy the Blue Paradise! was the tagline of the second Nusa Penida Festival, held from Oct. 2 through Oct. 4 in Nusa Lembongan, in the Nusa Penida district of Klungkung regency. Nusa Penida district comprises three islets — Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan — all of which are surrounded by crystal clear water and white sandy beaches. The Blue Paradise tagline perfectly reflects the pristine natural condition of the region’s 202.6 square kilometers of ocean that many people consider Bali’s premiere scuba diving destination. A lack of basic infrastructure and tourism facilities, however, has made many domestic and international holidaymakers reluctant to visit these largely unexplored destinations. The three-day Nusa Penida Festival was mainly focused on promoting the islets, their natural riches and unique social and cultural conditions. “The Nusa Penida islets are really, really cool and beautiful. The arts and handicrafts are very good and the programs cover all aspects of the islets’ potential,” exclaimed Minister of Tourism Arief Yahya when opening the festival in Batubelek, Nusa Lembongan. Yahya, however, reminded the audience that the festival should boost the islets’ economy without destroying the natural environment.

“The beauty of nature is an asset for developing tourism. Yet, tourism should not affect and ruin nature. Tourism should offer services but not sell coral reefs, for instance,” the minister said. During the festival opening, participants were taken to enjoy the beauty of the stunning rock formation known as Devil’s Tears in Batubelek village. Several modest structures with thatched roofs were used as showrooms to display various items produced by local small and medium-scale enterprises, including the area’s famous rangrang traditional textile with its bold, colorful diagonal designs. The showrooms also displayed a large variety of food and beverages made from seaweed, including seaweed ice-cream and seaweed dodol (a chewy sweet made of seaweed produced with fruit flavors such as strawberry, orange and melon). Seaweed is also processed into soaps, shampoos, cosmetics and spa products, all of which add value to the local economy. The festival was opened with a merry parade of marine animal ogoh-ogoh (giant papiermâché effigies), from sharks to turtles, and the art events involved more than 3,000 local artists from Nusa Penida and the mainland. The festival was divided into three categories — nature tourism, culture tourism

and adventure tourism — under the theme “Blue and Sustainable Economy and Nature Preservation”. For nature tourism, the festival’s organizers presented conservation campaigns, coral transplantation, beach cleaning programs and environmental and marine education for children. For culture tourism, the festival presented the uniqueness of Nusa Penida’s arts and culture, showcasing the sacred sanghyang dedari, jangkang, sanghyang jaran and memendet dances, which can only be performed at specific times. For instance, the sanghyang jaran dance is usually performed by two dancers to payback people’s spiritual debt, however, for the festival the dance was performed by ten dancers. The sanghyang dedari is a trance dance usually danced by virgin girls and is intended to maintain the good health and wellbeing of the entire village by warding off evil spirits that come to the village and disturb harmony by spreading sickness and causing natural calamities. One of the most impressive performances

was a colossal rejang dewa dance performed by 1,000 dancers on the yellow suspension bridge that connects Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan. This dance is a sacred offering to the gods to warmly welcome the arrival of Baruna, the sea god. Through the dance, the people sincerely express their gratitude for the gods’ willingness to come down to Earth. Meanwhile, for adventure tourism, the festival presented adrenaline-filled activities and social gatherings, including the jukung (traditional boat) festival. “The festival has benefitted the locals in many ways,” said I Ketut Sukla, head of Nusa Penida district. The arrival of domestic and international tourists has drastically increased since the festival was held last year and the festival attracted more than 5,000 people to the islets. “We hope that the festival will open doors to business relationships and that investments will enhance the people’s living conditions.” Twenty-five percent of the islets’ 50,000 population live below the poverty line and Sukla hoped that next year’s festival would bring about positive changes for the people and the environment.

October 8, 2015

Sight

House of Masks and Puppets “A growing collection” Words Luh De Suriyani Photos Luh De Suriyani and I Wayan Juniarta

isiting the Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets in Kubu Bingin, in Mas, Gianyar, has always been remarkable. This vast private collection has become a center to learn about and preserve these art forms. The spacious facility, set in a lush garden, is home to more than 6,000 masks and puppets from all over Indonesia, as well as some from other countries, displayed in spacious joglo, Javanese traditional houses. The artifacts in this extraordinary collection are not considered to be old and dead, but to consist of living things with many stories behind them. The Jiweng Sawo Gletek mask, for example, is entertaining as it is associated with

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humorous performances accompanied by gending lenggeran wonosobo, an ensemble of traditional musical instruments from Central Java. Another stunning piece in the collection is the Jiwawaka traditional clothing and mask from Iroko village in Papua New Guinea. The clothing, with lulup embroidery, cassowary bird feathers and rattan rope, is considered the manifestation of an ancestral deity and is worn by the village chief during the Manimar ritual. In another building, there is a huge leather puppet collection. Some of the most beautiful are the Chinese-Javanese leather puppets created by Ghwan Thwan Sing, an accomplished theater artist born in Yogyakarta in 1885.

This type of leather puppet was very popular in Indonesia between 1925 and 1965 and there are only four sets on display, one at Setia Darma, one at Sono Budoyo Cultural Center, one at Museum Jakarta and one in a museum in Germany. Agustinus Prayitno, 68, the caretaker, said the museum had been established with Hadi Sunyoto, a noted businessman. “I have fully dedicated my life to this place

and its vast, rare art collection,” said Prayitno. The masks and puppets remind him of his childhood in Bojonegoro, East Java. “I remember people would play with puppets and masks after harvesting. “The masks and puppets were created in traditional houses. Therefore, our collection should be displayed in similar buildings. We do not need barbed wired to protect them,” he said.

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Sojourn

Alaya “A tranquil haven in Ubud”

Words I Wayan Juniarta Photos Courtesy of Alaya Ubud

here is no doubt that Ubud is the island’s go-to place for visitors who want to enjoy their vacation at a leisurely pace while being gradually seduced by the vibrant culture, the scenic landscape and the tantalizing traditional cuisine. One place that perfectly embodies the allure of Ubud is Alaya Resort Ubud, a boutique property with a deep respect for the environment and an array of luxurious amenities that would convince even the most

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fidgety traveler to slow down. Alaya stands on a spacious plot of land, 8,500 square meters of which is fully functional, lush rice fields, giving patrons not only a stunning view of local farmers tending their crops but also a rare opportunity to hold a picnic, or even a wedding ceremony, by the rice fields. The resort’s 60 suites were built on the adjacent 7,500 sqm plot of land. They all boast an unhindered view of the rice fields. Each of the 25 signature Alaya suites is an

expansive 50 sq.m. sanctuary featuring smart decor with an original work of local artistry extending along one entire wall and out onto the terrace. A luxurious bathroom with a custom-made stone bathtub promises spastyle bathing indulgence. Patrons vacationing with children could find it difficult to separate them from that stone bathtub if not for the presence of a soothing freeform pool next to the rice fields. The pool was designed exclusively by Grounds Kent Architects. It is elongated with shapely curves mirroring the sloping contours of the surrounding landscape. A bamboo bridge crosses the center of the pool, providing a connecting visual element to the surrounding garden and landscape, which was created by Made Wijaya, Bali’s very own sage on tropical gardens. The eastern side of the property hosts an open pavilion, where patrons can engage in a refreshing morning yoga session, while the DaLa Spa, promises vintage decadence with a contemporary twist. The spa features six treatment rooms with an opulent Indonesian boudoir ambience that is perfect for sophisticated spa enthusiasts. Inspired by traditional Indonesian therapies, DaLa Spa has created several signature treatments, including Manis Klepon, a nurturing ritual that draws its inspiration from a

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Shopping Delta Dewata The first supermarket in Ubud Jl. Raya Andong No.14, Ubud : (0361) 973 049, 978 071

Nirmala Supermarket Jl. Uluwatu II no. 10 Jimbaran, Phone (0361) 81470919 Jl. Uluwatu Ungasan, Phone (0361) 705454 Jl. Uluwatu Pecatu, Phone (0361) 7472303 Jl. Uluwatu II no. 10 Jimbaran, Phone (0361) 81470919 Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 81 Jimbaran, Phone (0361) 4729081

Bintang Perum Dalung Permai Pertokoan A11 – A15, Kerobokan Kaja Jl. Raya Seminyak No. 17, Kuta Jl. Raya Campuhan No. 45, Ubud

Courses Dance Lessons Dance for life. Jl. TangkubanPerahu No. 100x : (0361) 7452045 Gamelan Course – Mekar Bhuana Learn more about Balinese culture and music. Jl. Gandapura III No. 501X, Denpasar : (0361) 464 201

Perama Tour & Travel Bali, Lombok, Flores, all over Indonesia. Easy and safe at a reasonable price, all for your convenience. Head Office Jl. Legian No. 39, Kuta : (0361) 751551, 751875, 750808 www.peramatour.com

Papaya Fresh Gallery Jl. Mertanadi, Kuta

Where to go

Tjakra 7 Spa

Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana Jl. Melasti no. 1, Legian : (0361) 762500 www.pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com

The Butchers Club

MÉTIS Restaurant, Lounge & Gallery Bali

The best burger you can ever imagine! Jl. Cendrawasih, Petitenget, Kerobokan : (0361) 8974004 www.butchersclub.co.hk

French Mediterranean dining in a heavenly setting, an uber-chic lounge serving scrumptious tapas and cocktails, complemented by top-notch entertainment. Jl. Petitenget no.6, Kerobokan : (0361) 4737 888 E-mail: info@metisbali.com www.metisbali.com

Menjangan Island SINGARAJA LOVINA

Pulaki Gilimanuk

Mt. Batur

Mt. Sangiang

Mt. Musi

West Bali National Park

Besakih Mt. Agung

NEGARA Pura Rambut Siwi

AMLAPURA Sangeh

Ubud

BANGLI KLUNGKUNG

TABANAN

GIANYAR

4 Cooking Class With Chef Alex

Every Friday in October Starts 9 a.m. Interactive cooking class followed by lunch for Rp 450,000 net per person Prego The Westin Resort Nusa Dua : (0361) 771 906

Tanah Lot Kerobokan

2 3 DENPASAR Canggu 6 Sanur Seminyak Legian 1 Kuta 8

Ngurah Rai Int’ Airport

Jimbaran Pura Luhur Uluwatu

Minikino Film Week 2015

Oct. 12 – 17 Venues: Irama Indah Denpasar, Café Sikuno, Omah Apik, Divine Earth, Bentara Budaya Bali and Rumah Film Sang Kara Singaraja : 081 238 66228 E-mail: info@minikino.org www.minikino.org

Benoa

Nusa Dua

6 Penida Island

Spirit of Smiles Golf Tournament

W Bali Presents Sunset Session Feat Keith Colaco Oct. 18 From 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Woobar at W Retreat Bali Jl. Petitenget, Seminyak : (0361) 4738106

Oct. 31 Rp 1,900,000 per person for tournament fee and gala dinner at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua. Bali National Golf Club, Nusa Dua : (0361) 3007 080 E-mail: H8151-GM2@accor.com

Pura Batu Madan

8 Pink Ribbon Charity Dinner for Breast Cancer Awareness

Oct. 23 From 6.30 p.m. Ballroom, The Trans Resort Bali Jl. Sunset Road, Kuta : (0361) 8981234 E-mail: balipinkribbondinner@gmail.com

October 8, 2015