Events in March 2010
March 15, 2010
“Tawur Agung Kesanga” ceremony, great sacrificial ceremony offered to the underworld spirits for not disturbing human being’s settlement (at 12.00 noon) followed by procession of “ogoh-ogoh” (huge doll symbolizing evil spirits) in the evening. Puputan square, down town of Denpasar city Square or cross road of town and village throughout Bali.
March 16, 2010
“Nyepi” holiday, the Icaka New Year1932, the day of absolute silence for Hindu followers, when no activity is done, no fire is lit, no traveling anywhere and no amusement is held for the day and night.
Throughout Bali.
March 17, 2010
“Med- Medan” traditional event, this event is held in connection with “Nyepi” the Icaka New Year, involving maidens and bachelors of the village as to strengthen brotherhood and understanding among the youth. Initiated with prayer at the local temple, the group members then hug one another, getting throughly wet under water sprouted by a village member. Is indeed a cheerful moment for all, held about 15,00 hours.
Temple anniversary celebrations at:
* Banjar Kaja, Sesetan village. south of Denpasar
* Pura Pasar Agung, Sebudi village, district of Muncan, Karangasem regency
* Pura Pasek Bendesa Pasar Badung, Legian Kaja village, district of Kuta, Badung regency
* Pura Gede Gunung Agung, Munggu village, district of Mengwi, Badung regency
* Pura Puseh and Pura Desa, Bebealang village, south of the town of Bangli
* Pura Dalem Purancak, Berawa village, district of Kuta, Badung regency
* Pura Kereban Langit, Sading village, district of Mengwi, Badung regency
March 23, 2010
Temple anniversary celebrations at:
* Pura Penataran Tangkas, Sukawati village, Gianyar regency
* Pura Dalem Lagan, Bebalang village, south of the town of Bangli
* Pura Puseh Lembeng, Ketewel village, district of Sukawati, Gianyar regency
* Pura Dalem Gandamayu, down town of Klungkung
* Pura Sanghyang Tegal, Taro Kaja village, district of Tegalalang, Gianyar regency