Bali is an island with a rich heritage of art, culture, and culinary produce. From traditional pairings to wooden carvings, through to coffee, salt, and spices, for tourists looking to take a little piece of the island home with them to remember their vacation, the options are endless. Here at The Bali Sun, we can’t …
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Chinese New Year is a big deal in Bali. Did you know that? Here at The Bali Sun, we love nothing more than celebrating cultural festivals and holidays, and the upcoming Luna New Year celebrations in Bali are set to be nothing shy of wonderful. Whether you have a personal connection to the Chinese New …
Did you know that February is Balinese Language Month in Bali? Every year, the province hosts a month-long campaign to promote the Balinese language. Over the next few weeks, tourists in Bali will see the campaign appear across top destinations and will be encouraged to join in if it feels good to them. One of …
Here at The Bali Sun, we love this island 365 days a year. Whether it’s busy with tourists or so quiet we don’t see another soul, we love how much the experience of both travel and life on the island changes day by day, season by season. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium …
Art and culture are at the heart of the Balinese tourism offering. The island’s heritage is steeped in artistic expression, and artists can be found practicing their traditional crafts across the island. Bali’s world-famous Goa Gajah will be hosting a stunning new art exhibition until 25th February 2026. Tourists seeking to connect more deeply with …
Gianyar Regency is home to some of Bali’s most important cultural landmarks and popular heritage tourist attractions. Not only is Gianyar Regency home to Ubud, the island’s arts and culture capital, but also to stunning spiritual sites like Goa Gajah Cave and Tirta Empul Temple. In 2026, cultural travel is in high demand, and the …
Indonesia is one of the most culturally and spiritually diverse nations on earth. While a majority Muslim nation, Hinduism is widely observed across the country, including in Bali, where Balinese Hinduism is the predominant faith. Over in Java, the month-long Prambanan Shiva Festival is underway, and for Bali tourists seeking a little extra cultural immersion, …
Bali’s culture is rich and diverse; this is just one of the many reasons why more than 7 million international tourists visited the province in 2025. The Bali Provincial Government has just released the official events calendar for 2026, and it looks like this year is going to be even more culturally exciting than ever. …
Nearly 24 years after the Bali Bombing attacks of October 2002, Bali has confirmed that a new museum will be opened on the land where the attack took place. The Bali Bombings killed 202 people, including 88 Australian nationals. The Regent of Badung, Wayan Adi Arnawa, has received a visit from the Australian Consul General, …
Trekking Bali’s sacred peaks, whether Mount Agung or Mount Batur, is a life-changing experience. Here at The Bali Sun we love exploring all things Bali travel but we also love taking a deep dive into Balinese culture. With so much cultural depth to explore we all need more than one lifetime! Want to read more? …
Experiencing local culture should be a top priority for all tourists traveling to Bali. Whether visiting a temple or trying nasi goreng, it’s super important to explore as much of what this incredible island has to offer. Here at The Bali Sun, we are committed to highlighting the best cultural experiences for our readers, and …
Bali is seeking to ensure that only culturally respectful and legally obliging foreigners visit and do business in the province. While criminally minded and disrespectful foreigners make up a tiny percentage of the millions of international arrivals in Bali each year, the government wants to do more to ensure order is maintained. Bali Governor Wayan …