Traditional Balinese games belong to the island’s cultural heritage and provide, not only amusement, but also a look at customs, beliefs, lifestyle and the development of Balinese craftsmanship. You can happen upon them in local markets, remaining fascinated and curious, discovering the differences and similarities with other cultures. Thus, the different models of the wood boards of Congklak, a game for both adults and children, a part of ancient history, starting outside of Bali, show the spread of the same game in other countries. On the board are holes and simple unadorned drawings, such as a ship or a dragon, splendidly sculpted and coloured. The typical board is comprised of two rows of holes placed in front of one another with two special “silos” on the both the far left and right. Each player controls the row of holes in front of them and the "silo" to their left, filling it in turns with shells or pebbles. It’s also easy to find a sort of top, the Gangsing which spins thanks to a chord wound around its upper section which is then pulled rapidly. Among the unforgettable objects are the marbles with which children all over the world play. So why not stock up on them?
Dedicated to the cultivation of rice and the protection of the island from spirits, it is a temple with structural characteristics different from other sacred places in Bali. Its position is strategic for its centrality and coolness.
Elegantly styled headdresses on display at the John Hardy gallery
The concept of the ephemeral is the cornerstone of Kaleidoscopio.studio, which interprets visual elements of Balinese culture with materials such as organic leaves, bamboo, rattan and handmade paper, as fragile as the concept itself.
Pura Sada Kapal: the temple that changes for faith and for the ages
The vicissitudes linked to its destruction due to an earthquake and its reconstruction due to the faith of the inhabitants of the village in which it is located, make it a place with a fascinating and unique history and appearance.
The wreck attracts divers from all over the island with the promise of a dive to admire what is considered one of the best and most accessible wrecks in all of Indonesia.