Journal

Sacred energy, explained: the island's rituals, its calendar and the meaning behind our stones, metals and threads.

Nyepi: the day the whole island goes quiet

On Nyepi, Bali's day of silence, there are no lights, no work and no flights for twenty-four hours. What happens before and after, and how visitors take part.

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Tumpek Landep: the day Bali gives thanks for its metals

Every 210 days, Bali lays its metal before the shrine: keris, tools, cars and laptops. Why our first pieces are planned for Tumpek Landep, 14 November 2026.

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Five days, five directions: finding your Pancawara day

Bali counts several weeks at once. One of them has five days, and each day has its own direction, color and deity. Here is how to find yours.

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