Bali as primary destination in the world, offers largely on its tropical destinations with white sand beaches, blue sky, and cultural attractions. Beach resort and hotel have been developed. Many tourist destinations that worth to visit whenever you want, Not only famous for beaches, Bali also has natural mountains are very beautiful and are well-known to foreign. One of them is the nature of mountains in Kintamani Bangli. The natural beauty of Kintamani which is supported by the beauty Batur Lake are very wonderful and unspoiled.
In Bali there are for lakes namely Buyan Lake, Tamblingan, Beratan and Batur. Each has unique characteristics and different. One of four lakes is Batur Lake, the biggest lake on Bali Island. Lake Batur is located an altitude of 1,050 above sea levels lies on the right slopes of Mount Batur, a still active volcano next to it. It is located on the northern part of Bali. The largest lake overshadowed by the active volcano is located in Bangli Regency, at the northeast of Bali. It lies down in the feet of Mount Batur and Mount Abang. The lake is classified as a “neutral-dilute” lake because there is no known underlying hydrothermal activity, and the abundant rainfall more than quenches any such activity. There is a hot spring right by the lake. We can enjoy the spectacular scenery of Batur Lake from Kintamani. Across the lake, only reachable by boat, lies Trunyan village, where the Bali Aga people live. The surrounding of the lake is a favorite place for picks self up. At Batur Lake we can see the scenic view and feel cool atmosphere. Bangli’s mountainous region center is around the spectacular volcanic crater (or caldera) of Batur. Mount Batur adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by the high walls of the crater rim. The place is a great day trips, trekking or just to get away from the daily activity.
Mount Batur itself is actually just a small volcano, but sets in the heart of a huge crater 14km in diameter. Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by the high walls of the crater rim. As the road rises steadily from Bangli or Tampaksiring, nothing in the surrounding gray landscape of bushes and garden plots suggests the presence of a volcano. But over one more small ridge a dizzying view awaits the ayes, encompassing the crater and beyond. From Panelokan, the main road runs right round the rim towards Kintamani, the panorama shifting as we circle around the crater. One very interesting excursion in Batur is the climb down the inside of the crater from Penelokan to Kedisan. We can then drive around the smaller Mount Batur, through Songan. From Toya Bungkah, boats cross the lake to a Bali Aga village called Trunyan. This place is notorious for its mortuary traditions. Instead of cremating the dead, as Balinese do throughout most of the island, the Trunyan communities leave the bodies to decompose naturally in a special cemetery.
How to Get There Batur Lake is located in the area of Kintamani. It is usually approached from the south with 2 routes in from Ubud (45 minutes), and one each from Besakih (1 hour) and Bangli (30 minutes). There is also an easy way in from the north via a turning off the coast road east of Singaraja (1 hour). You can also go there by bus or bemo, there are daily shuttle bus services from Ubud which are widely advertised locally there. Kintamani is served by bemos and buses from Batubulan terminal in Denpasar.
Nearby Tourist Attractions Mount Batur Kintamani Trunyan Tourism Village
Accommodations Mapa Lake View Bungalow The Ayu Kintamani Villa Bali Sunrise Villas & Restaurant.
Trunyan or Terunyan is a Balinese village (banjar) located on the eastern shore of Lake Batur, a caldera lake in Bangli Regency, central Bali, Indonesia. The village is one of the most notable homes of the Bali Aga people, the others being the villages of Tenganan and Sambiran. Trunyan is notable for its peculiar treatment of dead bodies, in which they are placed openly on the ground, simply covered with cloth and bamboo canopies, and left to decompose. The influence of a nearby tree is said to remove the putrid smell of the corpses.
Description. Trunyan is one of the culturally isolated Bali Aga villages in Bali. Trunyan village is located on the isolated eastern shore of the crescent-shaped Lake Batur, at the foot of Mount Abang, a peak on the eastern rim of the large caldera. The village is most easily accessible by boat.
The people of Trunyan are generally considered to be the Bali Aga people, the mountain Balinese. Unlike the lowland Balinese, Bali Aga people practice ancient rituals that predate the arrival of Hinduism or Buddhism. The Bali Aga of Trunyan is noted for its unique traditions, even among the Bali Aga. According to copper plate inscriptions found in one of the shrines of the main temple of Trunyan, the temple dates back to at least the 10th century AD (833 saka). The village is believed to be much older than the temple.
Society. Trunyan society consists of two main “castes”, the banjar jero and the banjar jaba. The castes are based on bloodlines dating back to the Gelgel dynasty. The banjar jero are descendants of the Trunyanese who went out of the village to be appointed by the kings of Gelgel to rule; whereas the banjar jaba are descendants of people who were ruled by the banjar jero.
This caste system is one of few examples of outside society affecting life in the most isolated Trunyan. Another example of outside influence on the Trunyanese is the requirement for young men to travel through lowland Bali for some time to live as beggars. This practice is similar to the monks of Thailand and is derived from a strong Buddhist tradition of the 10th century.
Similar to other Balinese people, the Trunyanese place emphasis on prestige. Major ceremonies should be held as lavishly as possible. For example, wedding ceremonies are expected to be impressive, or not to be held at all. Since the Trunyanese economy is based on small-scale agriculture, accumulating money and possessions is relatively difficult. Many married couples with children in Trunyan perpetually postpone their wedding ceremonies just because of the high costs involved.
Funeral rites. The people of Trunyan practice customs found nowhere else in Bali, many even unique among the Bali Aga people. Among the unique customs of the Trunyanese is their treatment of dead bodies. Instead of cremations, the funeral rite for dead bodies in Trunyanese society is for them to be simply laid on the ground, covered by cloth and a bamboo cage, and left to decompose. The influence of an ancient banyan tree (known as taru menyan, literally “nice smelling tree”) near the burial ground is thought to keep the corpses from smelling putrid. It is said that the tree emits a scent that neutralizes the smell of rotting bodies. It is also said that from this tree the name trunyan is derived. When a corpse has fully decomposed, the skull is placed on a stair-shaped stone altar which is located 500 meters north of the Banjar Kuban, a special place that can only be reached by boat. Only the bodies of married couples are allowed to be treated like this. If the deceased is not married, the body is buried at a cemetery.
These Trunyanese funeral rites date back to the neolithic Agama Bayu sect, one of the six most important religious-spiritual sects during the pre-Hindu period in Bali. The Agama Bayu worshipped the stars and the wind (angin ngelinus).
Volcano god Bhatara Da Tonta. The Trunyanese worship a local god and patron of the village known as Ratu Gede Pancering Jagat, known by the Trunyanese as Bhatara Da Tonta. The local god is connected with the Batur volcano. Bhatara Da Tonta is rendered as a four-meter-tall neolithic effigy. The giant statue is housed in an underground chamber and is still regularly cleansed with rainwater bedecked with flowers and anointed with special oil. The manner of worship is based on an ancient bronze tablet from 911 AD which was found in the Pura Tegeh Koripan, a temple built in the form of a neolithic pyramid at Mount Penulisan, the second-highest point of the caldera of the Batur volcano. The effigy of Bhatara Da Tonta is brought out once a year during the Brutuk festival, which is held on the full moon of the fourth month (Purnamaning Sasih Kapat), which falls around October on the Gregorian Calendar.
Barong Brutuk. The Brutuk dance or Barong Brutuk dance is both a performance and a religious ritual. Brutuk dance performers wear sacred masks and two aprons of dried banana leaf fiber, tied around the neck, waist, and torso. The dance is performed with no music. The Berutuk dance is performed by a selected group of unmarried men who must undergo a purification ritual and isolation before the performance. During the isolation period, the men have to sleep in the temple, abstain from sexual contact, and learn the prayers for the ceremony from the temple priest.
Kehen Temple is a beautiful Hindu temple located in the foothills, the southern part of Bangli Regency. Inside of Kehen temple, there is the Panyimpenan Temple building. Hence, this building has 3 inscriptions related to the contents and existence of the temple. The location of Kehen temple is strategic in the highlands, so we can see beautiful scenery. This is a famous temple in Bali and many visitors from abroad have visited it. Moreover, Bali Island has many interesting places throughout the island. One of the tourist destinations that you must visit while you go for a walk to Kintamani is Kehen Temple.
Our Bali Ancient Village Safari Tour is one of the tourist activities in Bali to visit this tourist place. Hence, you can contact our team to get more information about this tour. Or you may join our Penglipuran Tampak Siring Expedition to explore the beautiful temple in the northeast of Bali. It will bring you memorable experiences.
Kehen Temple, The Story Review Explanation of the existence of inscriptions in Kehen Temple
Kehen Temple, The Story Review
Explanation of the existence of inscriptions in Kehen Temple: * Kehen Temple Inscription ‘A’ mentions the existence of 3 sanctums namely Hyang Api, Hyang Tanda, and Hyang Karimam. * The Kehen Temple ‘B’ Inscription from 11 centuries mentions the imperial official, Senapati Kuturan Mpu Kandara. This describes the words of anathema in oath * Inscription from 13 centuries (year 1204 M) mentions Hyang Kehen and Hyang Wukir. Right now Hyang Kehen is the same with Kehen Temple and Hyang Wukir is Puncak Bukit Bangli Temple .
Function of Kehen Temple as follows: * It is one of Monarchic Temple. Kehen temple is under the supervision of the king while the ceremony follows local rural customs * Kehen temple become a sanctum which is used as an altar (oath) for imperial officials. Therefore, if someone who is unfaithful to his obligations, they will get very terrible Sapata or curse. The function of Kehen temple as sanctum in the implementation of the oath ceremony is support by the existence of 4 dragon tails, namely canister Sarpantaka. Nowadays, the canister is put in a Gedong building * Worshiping the supremacy of Lord Shiva in Eka Dasa Rudra to give blessings to human life and the universe to be fertile, safe, prosperous and peaceful.
The courtyard structure of Kehen Temple is set to have a terrace and it shows a megalithic tradition. Then as a symbol of the existence of the mountain which is one source of fertility. The candi Kehen ceremony is divided into 2 types, namely the Piodalan Ceremony which takes places every 6 months on Wednesday Keliwon Sinta (Bali Calendar) and the Ngusaba Ceremony which take place every 5 years.
Other Bali Places to Visit in Bangli Regency Bangli Regency is located in the northeast of the island of Bali where most of its territory is located in the highlands. The following places of interest can be visited includes Kintamani, Kehen Temple, Penglipuran Village, Ulun Danu Batur Temple, Bukit Penulisan Temple and Dusun Kuning Waterfall.
The Tibumana Waterfall must be one of our favourite spots in Ubud. Only a 30 min ride away from the hustle and bustle of the busy centre of Ubud you can find a calm and quiet oasis, in the midst of the jungle, places like these is why we keep on falling in love with Bali over and over again. While Bali is filled with beautiful beaches, we honestly prefer chasing waterfalls, as there is nothing as rewarding as climbing down stairs and walking through muddy pathways only to be rewarded with a waterfall crashing down into a pool of cold water. The Tibumana Waterfall was one of Bali’s most popular waterfalls due to its proximity to the touristy city of Ubud.
However, it also possessed a nice plunge with a classic tall rectangular shape, which also made it pleasing to witness as well as photograph. In addition to this waterfall, there was also a pair of intermediate waterfalls on the way to the main falls as well as a nice cascade on a separate path next to a shrine.
Authorities The Tibumana Waterfall resides in the Bangli Regency near the village of Bangli in Bali Province, Indonesia. It may be administered by the Bangli Regency local government. For information or inquiries about the area as well as current conditions.
Mount Batur is one of the most popular sights in Bali, for good reason. It’s a beginner-friendly climb, and you get to see amazing views. If you’re planning a climb, here is everything you need to know about Mount Batur sunrise trekking – from seeing it without the tourist crowds, to how to seeing it without even trekking! 🙂 Mount Batur is a UNESCO heritage site and an active volcano. Its elevation is 1717 meters. It is the most popular hike in Bali because you get to see a gorgeous sunrise (in good weather!), panoramic views over Lombok island and Mount Agung volcano after a reasonably easy hike. It’s worth it if all you’re looking for is some time out in nature and a good view. However the mountain can get crowded, with up to 600 hikers a day. We would recommend picking a trekking guide who takes a less touristed-trail.
In June 2023, the Balinese governor announced that the public, including local Balinese communities, may be banned from hiking any of Bali’s mountains except in very specific circumstances. This was in response to tourist behaviour perceived to be disrespectful to the Balinese spiritual traditions on the mountains. As yet, no ban has been put in place and both locals and travellers are still allowed to hike at Bali’s mountains. It is expected that stricter protocols will be put in place to protect the mountains, but a ban on hiking is considered to be very unlikely.
Is Mount Batur hard to climb?
It really depends on individual fitness level, but if you’re relatively fit you can reach the summit within 2 hours. Most travellers find it fairly easy – which is why it’s such a popular climb! The descent is typically easier for most (although for those with weak knees it may be harder!), but there are some tricky terrains to manage, so definitely leave some energy for the way down. Descent will also take 1.5-2 hours. If you want something easier, you can consider the Caldera Trek, which takes under one hour. You can also do a jeep ride! There’s a good reason why so many people bother to wake up in the middle of the night, and hike up Mount Batur in total darkness. The views from the top are amazing. As the sun rises, you’ll see Mount Abang, Mount Agung and Mount Rinjani volcanoes, as well as the volcanic lake. When the sky clears, you will also have some excellent panoramas of towns and villages below. If you’re doing the Mount Batur Sunrise Hike, you’ll have a very early morning start! Your hotel pick-up will be around midnight, and your hotel drop-off will be around noon. If you’re doing the the Mount Batur Jeep trip, your hotel pick-up will be around 3am, with drop-off around noon. If that’s too early for you, you can also consider doing a Sunset hike or Sunset jeep ride. These have a later start time and avoid the crowds. The sunset trips will start early-mid afternoon, and finish around 8-9pm. This may work better for families with children! No matter which route you take (will be chosen by your trekking guide) you will most likely encounter this terrain: 1) a dirt road at the very bottom which you may share with motorbikes and even cars, 2) narrow jungle path surrounded by thick brush, 3) rocky dirt path, with an occasional loose rock, 4) on the descent you may need to slide down some very slippery black sand lava – take it slow and you’ll be fine!
Don’t worry about hiking in the dark – your guide will be prepared with flashlights for you!
Wear recommendation Ideally you should dress warm as it gets chilly at the summit of Mt Batur before sunrise – the temperature here ranges between 14-18 degrees. We’d recommend a jacket or a long sleeve fleece and some long trousers. After the sunrise, it warms up so do have a short sleeve shirt underneath, as well as a hat handy. Rain gear (rain jacket or poncho) is a good idea especially during rainy season (December to March). You don’t need proper hiking shoes, a good pair of running shoes will do. Make sure you have these essentials with you: bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses and your photo and/or video devices. You can fly a drone at the top of Mt Batur, so if you have it – pack it! You can also consider having some light snacks, however most guides will include breakfast in your trek package. This typically includes a banana sandwich, tea or coffee and an egg cooked in volcanic steam! Usually you will also find locals selling chocolate bars and snacks as you wait for sunrise so pack a bit of cash.
How long to reach the start point? Depends on where you are staying. If you are in Ubud, it’s about an hour (especially if you are going in the middle of the night when there is very little traffic). If you are coming from South Bali (Kuta Area, Seminiyak, Canggu) it can take close to two hours. If you stay somewhere in the Kintamani area, it will take you 10-15 minutes. Sometimes you can even walk from your hotel or homestay.
When is the best time to go?
This will depend on your preferences. The dry season of June to September will usually bring the best sunrises. However that is also peak season, meaning that the crowds can get pretty intense. Up to 600 people per day climb Mt Batur during those months. If you don’t mind getting caught in the rain, the shoulder seasons of October to November and April to May are better to avoid the crowds. If you are travelling during rainy season and don’t want to waste your time waking up early for a low chance of seeing the sunrise, you can do the Sunset Trek. The entrance to the mountain is tightly controlled by the local guide association. Some hikers have even reported verbal harassment when attempting to hike solo. This system is meant to ensure safety as well as to make sure that locals have a way to benefit from the tourism in the region. Here are our favourite Mount Batur guides!
Places of interest nearby
Lots of people combine their Batur trek with a visit to the Natural Hot Springs to soak tired muscles. The Hot Springs are pretty touristy though, so if that’s not your thing, we would recommend a coffee plantation. Kintamani is famous for being the coffee growing region in Bali! Do make sure that it’s a sustainable coffee plantation with no luwaks though. Other interesting places nearby are: Besakih Temple (most important temple to the Balinese!), the Kato Lapo waterfalls and our favourite Trunyan Village. It’s Bali’s oldest village with a magical tree and was featured in the BBC for its fascinating traditions.
4WD Jeep tour
4WD Jeeps have been recently introduced into the area as an alternative means of experiencing Mt Batur. If you are not into hiking or just want a different experience, which includes going to the black sand lava fields, the Jeep Adventure might be the right option for you.
Penglipuran Village is one of the traditional villages located in Bangli Regency, Bali Province, Indonesia. The village is famous as one of the tourist destinations in Bali because of its society who still preserve their traditional culture in their daily lives. The architecture of buildings and land processing still follows the concept of Tri Hita Karana, the philosophy of Balinese society regarding the balance of relations between God, humans and their environment. Penglipuran village succeeded in building tourism that benefited all of their communities without losing their culture and traditions. In 1995, Penglipuran village also received a Kalpataru award from the Indonesian government for its efforts to protect the bamboo forest in their local ecosystem.
Geography Penglipuran is one of the traditional villages from Bangli district and Bali province, Indonesia. The total area of this village reaches 112 hectares with an altitude of 500–600 meters above the sea and located about 5 kilometers from the Bangli City and 45 kilometers from the Denpasar City. The village is surrounded by other traditional villages. Kayang village in the north, Kubu village in the east, Gunaksa village in the south and Sansang river in the west. Temperatures vary from cool to cold (16-29 degrees) and averages rainfall around 2000 mm per year. Ground surface is considered flat with a height of 1–15 meters.
History Penglipuran Village is believed to be inhabited during the reign of I Dewa Gede Putu Tangkeban III. Almost all of the villagers believe that they are from Bayung Gede Village. In that time, the people of Bayung Gede were people who were experts in religious, custom and defense activities. Because of their abilities, they are often called to the Bangli Kingdom. But because of the distance, the Bangli kingdom finally provided a temporary area for the people of Bayung Gede to rest. This place is often referred to as a Kubu Bayung. Kubu means “camp” and “bayung” means people from Bayung Gede village. This place is then believed to be the village they live in now. They also believe that this is the reason that explains the similarity of traditional rules and building structure between Penglipuran village and Bayung Gede village. Regarding the origin of the word Panglipuran Village, there are two different perceptions that are believed by the community. The first is Penglipuran means “pengeling pura”[3] with “Pengeling” means to remember and “temple” means ancestral place. The second perception says that penglipura comes from the word “pelipur” which means comfort and “lipur” which means unhappiness. So if combined, penglipuran means a place for consolation. This perception arises because the Bangli king is said to often visit this village to meditate.
Population Based on records from Kelihan Dinas (officials below lurah that specifically handling government administration) in 2002, up until July there were 832 people living in Penglipuran Village. The 832 individuals consisted of 425 men and 407 women with 197 head of family. The families are divided by their status which is 76 head of families with Pangayah / Karma Pangarep status (permanent members with customary rights and obligations) and 121 heads of families with Pangayah/Krama Roban status (temporary member referred to as the responsibility of one of Pangayah Pangarep). The most recent data in early 2012 showed that there is no visible increase in the population of Penglipuran Village which consists of 980 individuals joined in 229 families (76 families), issued by I Wayan Kajeng, Chief Administrative of the Penglipuran Traditional Village. In 12 years the population in this village increased by 200 people.
Education and job In 2002, 426 people from Penglipuran Village completed their elementary education, while 91 people had an education level up to junior high school. 156 people completed high school and 68 people managed to complete the highest level of education which is University. Most of Penglipuran Village people choose farming as their job, followed by becoming a private employee. The rest is divided between civil servants/ABRI, traders, breeders, craftsmen and the last one is laborers.
Marriage Marriage and the family lineage is seen as something that very important for people of Penglipuran Village. The majority of people in Penglipuran Village married the people from their own village too in order to preserve the family lineage. Therefore, most of the population is still bound by blood relations with each other. If there is a man from Penglipuran Village who marries a woman from another clan/family outside of Penglipuran Village, then he still has to carry out his obligation as a member of the Penglipuran Village society.
Tri Mandala Land Management The land management of Penglipuran Village is strongly influenced by Tri Mandala. According to Tri Mandala’s concept, the land is divided into 3 zones according to the value of their purity. The zone will then be placed according to the spiritual orientation called “Kaja-Kelod”. Things that are considered the most sacred will be placed towards Mount Agung (the most sacred place in Bali) and the opposite of the most sacred things will be placed towards the sea.
Utama Mandala is at the northernmost side of the village, therefore this zone is considered as the most sacred place. It contains places called “Pura” or temples to worship of gods. Pura Puseh Desa is used to worship the god Brahma (creator god) and Pura Bale Agung is used to worship the God Wisnu (god of preservation).
Madya mandala is a zone for humans. Here the people of Penglipuran Village will live with their families in a building unit called the “Pekarangan”.
Nista mandala is in the southernmost side of the village and is an impure zone. Therefore, it contains the village grave and Pura Dalem or a place to worship God Shiva (god of destroyer).
The number of yards in this village is 77 with 1 “karang memadu” (a special “pekarangan” for family who do polygamy) and 76 “karang kerti”. Karang Kerti means a place to serve god by having a good married life.
Like village land management, the Pekarangan unit also follows the Tri Mandala concept. “Utama Mandala” in one’s pekarangan will contain a family temple to worship their god and ancestors. “Madya mandala” will consist of a kitchen, a bedroom, etc. where daily activities take place. Finally, Nista Mandala is usually used to dry clothes and store livestock. One of the main components of almost entire building in desa Penglipuran is bamboo. They use 4-5 layers of bamboo that are linked to each other to build roofs and weave bamboo to make room dividing walls. But lately they has begun to use modern construction because of the large amount of bamboo cut. One Pekarangan unit can be entered through two sides with the main door shaped like a gate and called “angkul-angkul”. One of the other important buildings in this village is Bale Banjar. This building does not have walls and is shared by residents for mass Ngaben ceremonies or community meetings.
Awig-Awig To achieve mutual harmony in the community, residents of the Penglipuran Village have two types of laws that they obey and follow, named Awig (written rules) and Drestha (unwritten customs).
Monogamy For the people of Penglipuran Village, polygamy or having more than one wife is prohibited and considered taboo. If a person has more than one wife, he and his wives must move from Karang Kerti to Karang Memandu (outer part of the village). His rights and obligation as part of Penglipuran Village society are also revoked. After the person has moved, the villagers will build a house for them to live on but they will not be able to pass through public roads or enter the temple nor attend the traditional activities.
Worship at Given Temple Not all temple can be visited by everyone to worship except the main temple which is Pura Besakih. Therefore, Hindus of Bali have temples that they worship and go to. These temples are distinguished by their respective families, including the Penglipuran Traditional Village.
Temple in Penglipuran Village
Obligations to the main temple – Gebog Doma (Inter Regional) Because the people of Penglipuran Village are immigrants that has just come to a new area, so they have to worship the nearest temple of their area, Kehen Temple, which is the largest temple in the Bangli Region
Obligations to Kahyangan Tiga (Inter-Village) The most important obligation for Balinese people is to worship “Kahyangan-Tiga” located in their respective villages. In the Village of Penglipuran the obligation is divided into: Penataran Temple – Temples to worship deity Brahma as the creator of the entire universe. The temple is located in the center of village, next to Puseh Temple. Puseh Temple – Temple to worship deity Vishnu as a support for all of life. This temple is located in the most sacred place in the Penglipuran Village, and is the first temple built in this village. Dalem Temple – Temple to worship deity Shiva as a god of fusion. Therefore, this temple is located at the bottom of the village, leading to the sea. The villagers believe that it will help the souls of deceased people to return to their place. Every 210 days based on the Balinese calendar, there is a Galungan celebration organized by Kahyangan-Tiga members. Every citizen must prepare offerings, food, and things needed for the celebration.
Obligations in the Family Temple In each family home yard there is a Sanggah or a small temple intended for the ancestors of the family.
Village Governance System The Penglipuran Customary Village Government System was compiled in an Indigenous Leadership Institution called Prajuru Desa Adat Penglipuran. This institution consists of two parts named Kanca Roras and Bendesa or Kelihan Adat.
Kanca Roras Kanca Roras is a representative assembly with 12 members. Kanca Roras is taken from the word Ka-anca which means assigned and roras / rolas which means twelve. Kanca roras has a function resembling an assembly of representatives or a legislative body and its formation is based on the order of leadership in the name of the ulu-apad system.
Kelihan Adat Kelihan Adat are people who are chosen and is an elder in the custom. Kelihan Adat are executive officials whose appointments are made through elections at a public meeting (kajudi ring paruman desa). Kelihan adat have a duty only if they are given a mandate from Kanca Roras.
Bamboo in Penglipuran Village Bamboo from the Penglipuran Village is one of the best bamboo that can be found in Bali. The Penglipuran Village society believe that the bamboo forest does not grow by itself but rather planted by their ancestors. Therefore bamboo is considered a symbol of their historical roots. The bamboo forests that grow in the Penglipuran Village have an area of 37.7 hektare (previously 50 hektare) and consist of 15 bamboo species which are all owned by the village. Some of these forests are managed directly under the Adat Desa as a Laba Pura (for the maintenance of temple buildings) while some are managed by several residents with use rights status. Bamboo is also used by the people of Penglipuran village as a materials for building and housing. Some of the buildings that are built using bamboo as the material are:
Pawon This building functions as a kitchen in which there is a rice barn and a small place to rest. Pawon is built entirely of bamboo including roof, wall, bed, and even the tableware inside it.
Bale Sakenem Bale Sakenem is a place for religious ceremonies that are exclusive only for the family. The ceremony that is often performed at Bale Sakenem is ceremony of Pitra Yadnya (Ngaben) and Manusa Yadnya ceremony. This building uses bamboo as its roof.
Bale Banjar Bale Banjar is a building that can be used by all the people in Penglipuran Village. This village has no walls, only a support pillar and is used for mass Ngaben ceremonies and community gathering.
Penglipuran Village as a tourist place Penglipuran is a village that still maintains their culture, traditions and bamboo forests in accordance with the principles of Tri Hita Karana. This then becomes an attraction for tourists to come to visit. Therefore, starting in 1993, the Balinese government promoted Penglipuran as a tourist destination. The Penglipuran community realizes their potential and applies “community-based-tourism” to avoid tourism capitalism in their village. With this concept, no individual will benefit directly from tourism because these benefits will be allocated for village development. Tourism actors such as tour guides, ticket guards and other officers will be directly employed by the village and get paid from the amount of profit earned, for example 40% of the total ticket sales.
In addition, before the concept was implemented, the people of Penglipuran village were usually able to benefit by inviting tourists to their “pekarangan” while explaining their traditions and culture. This is considered unfair because houses far from the main gate tend to get fewer opportunities. Therefore, through this new concept, all houses are given a number and the tour guide will provide a number with a rotating system to groups of tourists who come to visit. Each house is also given the opportunity to sell souvenirs in their Pekarangan by following their new concepts, for example 5,000 IDR from each sold souvenirs must be given back to support village development.
Before 2012, due to poor accommodations, tourists only spent 10–20 minutes in the village but many tourists ask to stay to spend more time in the village. At that time they were still doubtful because tourists might be a threat to their culture and traditions. But after 2012, tourists are allowed to stay after debriefing on how to behave in accordance with tradition and culture. This was later considered to have a good impact because it could expand employment opportunities in the future.
The area of north-eastern Bali at the Mount Batur caldera, and which encompasses Penelokan, Toya Bungkah, Batur and Kintamani villages, is known widely as just Kintamani. Kintamani, Batur and Penelokan villages sit on the rim of the huge Batur caldera about 1,500m above sea level, and offer dramatic views of the active volcano Mount Batur and serene Lake Batur. Toyo Bungkah village is down at the lake edge.As well as the lake and the volcano, Kintamani is home to Pura Ulun Danu Batur, one of Bali’s key nine directional temples.
Climate You are high in the mountains of Bali here and the temperature is usually about 15 degrees cooler than down on the coast, and even more so at night. That, coupled with the often cloudy and drizzly weather, makes a sweater or jacket advisable in the day time and vital after sunset.
The main attraction for visitors is located around Lake Batur where Penelokan village provides spectacular views of this crater lake and Mount Batur, set in a vast volcanic caldera. Photo opportunities abound, but try to be there as early in the morning as you can manage before the cloud inevitably starts to gather.
Further northwest along the rim of the caldera is Pura Ulun Danau Batur, one of the most important temples in Bali. Entry is by donation here – Rp 10,000 is about right. The temple was rebuilt up on the caldera ridge in 1926 after an eruption of Mount Batur destroyed the old one down in the crater. There are a large number of shrines, but most visitors are drawn to the huge eleven roofed meru in the inner courtyard. This is dedicated to the goddess of the lake, Ida Batara Dewi Ulan Danau who is regarded as the controlling deity of the whole water and irrigation system of Bali. A virgin priestess is resident at the temple to represent the goddess, and she is served by 24 priests who are chosen as young boys and then keep the role for their lifetime. This is a strong example of just how importantly water and irrigation matters are regarded in traditional Balinese culture.
You can visit the Bali Aga village at Trunyan on the eastern shore of the lake by boat from Kedisan. This is recommended in some guides, but first hand reports are frequently negative and speak of some problems. This is an isolated community and one which is not particularly welcoming to tourists, despite relying on income from visitors. If you really must go, catch a boat at the lakefront in Kedisan (or you can charter a boat from Toyo Bungkah) and make sure the price is clearly understood before departing, and that the entrance donation to the Trunyan villagers is included. When you arrive at Trunyan, the key attraction is the cemetery. Ancient customs retained by the Bali Aga here include the open burial of dead bodies in a pit covered by just some light cloth. If you want to visit a Bali Aga village though, then Tenganan near Candidasa is a far better option.
One of the best things about a visit to Trunyan is the views of Mount Batur from the eastern shore of the lake. This provides a very different perspective from the usual view from the crater rim. You can though get those same views by taking the small road around the southern edge of the lake through the villages of Kedisan (where there are a few simple places to stay and eat), Buahan and on to the tiny settlement of Abang. The road ends at Abang, a four-wheel drive vehicle is more appropriate for this skinny and at times very steep road (but you can explore the eastern shore of the lake further on foot, all the way to Trunyan (about 4 km) if you are feeling energetic (you will be stopped by locals along the way asking if you want to go to Trunyan, they may even follow you and tell you that you cannot go there on foot and you must take a boat with them. Take plenty of water for the walk and be prepared for steep hills.
Tukad Cepung waterfall is one of the many oases of nature found in Bali. It is located in the village of Tembuku and is hidden away in a cave, surrounded by high cliffs and a variety of greenery. This stunning location attracts visitors from all over the world, as well as locals, due to its natural beauty.
The sunlight falling on the glistening waterfall creates a rainbow, which feels as though it is projected right up to you. This place is comparatively cooler and offers an immense sense of peace and tranquility. Tukad Cepung is a rising star among Bali waterfalls and is a must-see destination for nature and photography enthusiasts.
Tukad Cepung Waterfall
Address The waterfall is located at Central parkir waterfall tukad cepung, Jl. Tembuku, Tembuku, Kec. Tembuku, Kabupaten Bangli, Bali 80671, Indonesia. (See on Google Maps)
Location The waterfall is located in the village of Tembuku, in the regency of Bangli, in the island of Bali. It is about 45 minutes away from Ubud, the cultural center of Bali.
What To Expect When Visiting
This waterfall is tucked away in a cave, surrounded by towering cliffs and lush vegetation. The natural beauty of Tukad Cepung makes it a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. This waterfall is a virgin waterfall of Bali and remains hidden between rocks.
This waterfall is well-guarded by the cliffs, making it a bit difficult to locate for first-time visitors. However, the effort of walking down a few hundred stairs is worth it once you arrive at the destination. The circular cliffs give visitors the feeling of being in a cave, while the open sky right from where the waterfall emerges provides an enchanting view. The sunlight falling on the glistening waterfall creates a rainbow, which feels as though it is projected right up to you. Tukad Cepung Waterfall is a must-see destination for nature and photography enthusiasts.
Unlike other waterfalls in Bali, Tukad Cepung does not flow into a river, stream or jungle but flows gently down the cliffs. The river can be seen from up above, meanwhile, the waterfall can only be viewed once you walk down the stairs and into the cliff.
Take the time to relax near the waterfall, listening to the water flowing and gazing at the amazing rainbow of colors created by the sunlight. It is often a sign of great peace of mind and hidden forces. After spending several hours in nature, on your way back home, you can make a few stops around the area. Tukad Cepung Waterfall is close to Pura Dalem Penida Kelod, also known as the Temple of Death.
