Just a short drive from Ubud, Celuk Village, Bali has earned an international reputation for its exceptional silver craftsmanship. While many visitors come to shop
Stretching along Bali’s northeastern coastline, Amed offers a different side of the island. Instead of bustling beach clubs and commercial attractions, this coastal region is
Between the land and the sea lies one of Bali’s most important yet often overlooked ecosystems. The Bali mangrove forest forms a natural barrier along
Areas frequented by tourists are bound to be affected by the industry. Tourism is often seen through changes in the economy and new employment opportunities that may be created, but beyond this, tourism can have cultural effects.
Tourists coming to Bali often want to visit some of the picturesque rice paddies across the island. Usually they do not realize the complex social system and planning that goes on behind the scenes of the creation and the maintenance of the rice fields.
Nyepi is right around the corner on March 21st, and in preparation, I have done some research about Nyepi day and the ceremonies that surround it!
The BIGR is so excited that students from the IKON Institute of Australia have arrived in Bali! They have come to work with Balinese and provide Art Therapy sessions as practice before they graduate, and the BIGR has been able to partner them with some awesome Balinese organizations.
