Bali is celebrating hosting its first open-scale tattoo festival in Jembrana Regency this weekend. The Negaroa Tattoo Festival (NTF) 2026 brought together some of Indonesia’s most esteemed tattoo artists to highlight the island’s cultural heritage in a whole new way. Jembrana Regency, in West Bali, typically sees less tourism than many areas of the central south. …
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Whether planning a total cultural immersion in Bali or a fly-and-flop-style vacation, visiting some of the island’s temples is a must for all Bali visitors. While there are thousands of temples in Bali, some hold a little more history and spiritual significance than others, and one such place is Tanah Lot Temple. Tanah Lot Temple …
Balinese culture is a living, breathing element of everyday life. For tourists visiting Bali for the first time, one of the standout aspects of the trip is how traditions and rituals are an integral part of daily life. From grand temple ceremonies to daily prayers and small rituals, tourists visiting Bali are privileged to see firsthand …
Bali is a land that has been governed, for centuries, by the principles of Tri Hita Karana. This Balinese Hindu philosophy holds the value that there must be harmony between people, planet, and the spiritual realms. This philosophy has a series of underlying principles to help achieve this harmony. Some of these are spiritual practices, …
Bali is a destination that calls on the cultural curiosity of all who visit. From the ocean temples to the sacred sites located on the slopes of the island’s equally sacred peaks, spirituality is at the core of every element of life in Bali. Over the years, the island’s temples have become the biggest cultural icons. …
Bali is home to some of the most interesting dishes in all of Indonesia. As an archipelago nation, the dishes are as varied as the landscape. A rich and varied range of ecosystems across Indonesia has led to a rich and varied series of national dishes, provincial specialities, and even village delicacies. Want to read …
Tourists traveling to Bali for the first time always have the same few concerns. Is the island safe? Is it really that affordable? And do the attractions look as good in real life as they appear on social media? The answer to all three of these questions is an emphatic yes! Here at The Bali …
Bali is the number one travel destination in 2026 according to TripAdvisor, and of course, us here at The Bali Sun. The island is home to stunning natural wonders, incredible nightlife, an exceptional scene, and, of course, one of the world’s most distinctive cultures. Travel trends come and go, but in 2026, it is clear …
Bali’s most sacred volcano will be closed to the public for the next month. Mount Agung, which is Bali’s tallest and most spiritually significant peak, will be closed for cleaning ceremonies; this means that all tourist visits and hikes will be prohibited. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep our readers up to speed with …
It is the most beautiful day of the year here in Bali. Don’t worry, The Bali Sun readers, we are all at home, screen-free and observing this holy day of silence, but we thought it only right to share a final update with our readers in case they’ve just arrived on the island and are …
The most beautiful day of the year is almost upon us here in Bali. Tonight, the island will begin to fall still and silent as the gongs ring out across communities, marking the beginning of the holy day of silence. But before Nyepi can begin, the monstrous Ogoh Ogoh must clear the energy of the …
This week marks one of the most spiritually significant moments in Indonesian culture. Not only is Bali observing Nyepi on Thursday, 19th March, but on Saturday, 21st March, Indonesia will be celebrating Eid al-Fitr as a national public holiday too. Here at The Bali Sun, we are already seeing the impact of the festivals on …