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A DISTINCTIVE COLLECTION OF BALINESE CELEBRATIONS AT HOSHINOYA BALI
Galungan and Kuningan ceremonies of meaningful and aesthetic offerings
Bali, May 2022… HOSHINOYA BALI – Discover a rich part of Hindu-Bali religion and ritual life with Galungan and Kuningan themed experiences at HOSHINOYA Bali, available from June 1 – 18, 2022. Galungan (June 8) and Kuningan (June 18) are major festive holidays celebrated all over Bali once every 210 days on the Balinese calendar. Galungan symbolizes the day that spirits, notably ancestors and deities, come down from their heavenly abode and visit Earth. It celebrates the triumph of Dharma (good) over Adharma (evil).
To encourage greater understanding and preservation of culture, HOSHINOYA Bali, with the support of the Banjar Pengembungan customary village, offers activities related to this one-of-a-kind Hindu Bali religious and cultural celebration. Experience the lively atmosphere where the scent of incense carries the feeling of devotion and locals dressed in traditional Balinese pray on this special day. Witness the mesmerizing sights of Bali as the streets of the whole island are decorated with Penjor, a tall bamboo pole decorated with flowers, coconut leaves, etc., in front of Balinese people’s homes and temples.
Embark on distinctive experiences at HOSHINOYA Bali that embodies Balinese life and spirit. Each activity is designed to invoke a sense of spiritual calmness and peace.
Penjor making
Watch as our resort staff prepares the Penjor, the tall decorative bamboo poles. Discover the history of this celebration, the symbolism of each ornament, and the process of its creation.
Dates: June 5 and 6, 2022
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Place: Reception Area
Price: Complimentary
Crafting ornaments for Penjor
Penjor is lavishly decorated with young coconut leaves, colorful papers, lantern-shaped ornaments made of dried palm leaves and bunches of rice stalks. Crafts include traditional ornaments and offerings called Gantung-gantungan, Cenigan, Tamiang, and Canang. Create your own ornaments using different motifs and colors to take part in this celebratory occasion.
Time period: June 1-18 2022 (Please inquire for further details on dates)
Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Price: Complimentary
Reservation: Not required
Place: Reception Area
Galungan day of worship
Guests are invited to visit Ulun Suwi temple and the temple of HOSHINOYA Bali, both located in the village of Pengembungan. Ulun Suwi temple means the center of water, where it is a temple that specializes in festivals related to subak, the traditional Balinese irrigation system. Galungan is celebrated by the Balinese by visiting temples in their village and the house shrines of relatives. Take part in this ceremonial walk and accompanied by a resort guide, join the temple ceremony led by priest Mangku Orist.
Date & Time: Scheduled for 8:30 am – 11:30 am on June 8, 2022
Price: Rp. 250,000 per person
Price includes: transportation, guide, Balinese traditional outfit (Kebaya & Sarong for women, Sarong & Udeng for men), Canang or flower offering, and donation for the Banjar.
Reservation: Required by June 5, 2022
Place: Ulun Suwi temple, HOSHINOYA Bali temple
Others: Time may be subject to change
Kuningan village festivities
Guests can participate in the celebrations at Ulun Suwi temple through the viewing of Balinese dance by local dancers, Gamelan music, and mass prayers. The sacred and deeply spiritual performance consists of Wayang Kulit, Tari Baris, Rejang Dewa, and Topeng. Guests can also admire the array of Gebogan or aesthetic colorful tower of fruit offerings at the temple.
Date & Time: Scheduled for 9:30 am – 12:00 pm on June 18, 2022
Price: Rp. 300,000 per person
Price includes: transportation, guide, Balinese traditional outfit (Kebaya & Sarong for women, Sarung & Udung for men), Canang or flower offering, and donation for the Banjar.
Reservation: Required by June 15, 2022
Place: Ulun Suwi temple,
Others: Time may be subject to change
Barong dance
Barong is a mythical animal with supernatural powers. This dance is performed by two dancers; one plays the role of the head and the other, the tail. This is accompanied by the dynamic sounds of the Gamelan orchestra and it is a part of a ritual to protect people against plagues and disasters. Usually, children or teenagers parade with this dance through their local villages and visit each household. Capture this rare parade at HOSHINOYA Bali, where all of resort guests are invited to admire this cheerful performance within the resort.
Dates: June 8, 11, 14, 17, 2022
Time: 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Price: Complimentary
Place: Reception Area
Find out more about enriching experiences at HOSHINOYA Bali through our social media channel Instagram @hoshinoyabali.
Bali festivals are an incredible opportunity to experience the spiritual love that the Balinese people have to offer, rediscover their way of life and stay with us. See our website for more information https://hoshinoya.com/bali/en/
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About HOSHINOYA Bali
Designed by Japanese architect Rie Azuma, these 30 villas, Bulan, Soka, and Jalak, have semi-private pool and pool-side lounge area nestled within a dense three-hectare stretch of rainforest, rice field and temple. Featuring the iconic Café Gazebo floating in the jungle, Japanese aesthetics of simplicity blends with Balinese art such as intricate wooden carvings hanging from walls and batik lamps by the beds. Leading Japanese hotel management company, Hoshino Resorts Inc. with CEO Yoshiharu Hoshino opened its first “HOSHINOYA” abroad, in Bali in January 2017. For more information, please visit HOSHINOYA Bali (https://hoshinoya.com/bali/en/).
HOSHINOYA Bali Awards
2021 Condé Nast Traveler “Gold List” as one of the Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia
2021 Condé Nast Traveler “Readers’ Choice Awards” as Top 10 Resorts in Indonesia
2018 Travel + Leisure “It List” as one of the Best New Hotels Around the World
2018 Condé Nast Traveler “Hot List” as one of the Best New Hotel Openings
About HOSHINOYA
Luxury hotel embodying the true characteristics of land, history, and culture.
HOSHINOYA is an accommodation with distinct themes, conceptualized from each location’s land, history, and culture. Woven into these distinct themes is our attention to detail in every aspect from the design to hospitality; contributing to the creation of a one-of-a-kind world of HOSHINOYA. Enrich the heart with the epiphanies of travel through a unique stay experience.
About Hoshino Resorts
Hoshino Resorts was first established as a Japanese inn/ryokan in 1914 in Karuizawa in Nagano Prefecture before it began the operation of other resorts in Japan. Today, it has evolved into a highly influential hotel management company and is run by 4th-generation family member Yoshiharu Hoshino. Providing a unique experience focused on the local charms of each destination and a high level of Omotenashi, Japanese-style hospitality, the company has expanded rapidly out of Karuizawa since 2001 and now operates more than 40 accommodations both in and outside Japan with one of the following categories: luxury hotel brand “HOSHINOYA,” hot spring ryokan brand “KAI,” countryside resort hotel brand “RISONARE,” city tourism hotel brand “OMO,” free-spirited hotel brand “BEB,” or other unique lodgings. For more information, please visit Hoshino Resorts (https://www.hoshinoresorts.com/en/)
HOSHINOYA Bali
Banjar Pengembungan, Desa Pejeng Kangin, Kecamatan Tampaksiring,
Gianyar 80552 Bali, Indonesia
Reservation WhatsApp: +62-878-7511-0511
Reception: +62-361-849-3080
Website: https://hoshinoya.com/bali/en/
Instagram: @hoshinoyabali