Nyepi is a Balinese “Day of Silence” that is commemorated every Isakawarsa (Saka new year) according to the Balinese calendar (in 2015, it falls on March 21). It is a Hindu celebration mainly celebrated in Bali, Indonesia. Nyepi, a public holiday in Indonesia, is a day of silence, fasting and meditation for the Balinese. The…
Pencak silat (Indonesian pronunciation: [ˈpɛntʃaʔ ˈsilat]; sometimes spelled penchak silat or pentjak silat in Western writings) is an umbrella term for themartial arts of Indonesia. The leading organization of pencak silat in Indonesia is IPSI (Ikatan Pencak Silat Indonesia, meaning Pencak Silat Association of Indonesia). The liaison body for international pencak silat is the International…
Balinese architecture is a vernacular architecture tradition of Balinese people that inhabits volcanic island of Bali, Indonesia. The Balinese architecture is a centuries-old architectural tradition influenced by Balinese culture developed from Hindu influences through ancient Javanese intermediary, as well as pre-Hindu elements of native Balinese architecture. Today, contemporary Balinese style is known as one of…
Balinese mythology is the traditional mythology of the people of the Indonesian island of Bali, before the majority adoption of Hinduism. Balinese mythology is mainly a kind of animism with some widely known characters and deities. Many themes of Balinese mythology have been adapted and worked into current Balinese Hinduism. Aspects of Balinese mythology
The Balinese (Indonesian: Suku Bali) are an ethnic group native to the Indonesian island of Bali. Balinese population of 4.2 million (1.7% of Indonesia’s population) live mostly on the island of Bali, making up 89% of the island’s population. There are also significant populations on the island of Lombok, and in the eastern-most regions of…
The Gili Islands (Kepulauan Gili) are an archipelago of three small islands – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air — just off the northwest coast of Lombok, Indonesia. The islands are a popular destination for Western tourists looking for a remote island experience. Each island has several small resorts, usually consisting of a small…
West Nusa Tenggara is one of the provinces in Indonesia, which has two large islands of Sumbawa and Lombok Island. Indeed, when compared, these two islands have different sights and a lot of people who tend to be more interested in coming to the island of Lombok because the beauty nature has to offer very…
In addition to well-known tourist beaches, Lombok also has a well-known mountain in the world is Mount Rinjani. Destinations Mount Rinjani in Lombok is a paradise for local and international tourists who are visiting in Indonesia. In addition to well-known tourist beaches, Lombok also has a well-known mountain in the world. Mount Rinjani tourist attraction…
General Permanent Residence can be given to: Strangers limited stay permit holders as clergy, workers, investors, and the elderly; family because of intermarriage; husband, wife, and / or child of Alien Permanent Residence Permit holders; and Strangers former Indonesian citizen and former child subject dual nationality of the Republic of Indonesia. Permanent Residence for Foreigners…
General A Limited Stay Visa granted to activities: In the framework of work; and Not for work. Activities in the framework of work covers: . As experts; Join to work on the boat, floating equipment, or installations that operate in the archipelago waters, the territorial sea or the continental shelf and the Exclusive Economic Zone…
Press Release Directorate General of Immigration (3.19) In connection with the widespread media coverage of the visa exemption for citizens of certain countries, the Directorate General of Immigration convey the following matters: Provision of Free Visa for Short stipulated in Presidential Decree No. 43 of 2011 on the third amendment to Presidential Decree No. 18…
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