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Everyone will agree that the island of Bali is not only famous for its natural beauty, but the island that has earned the nickname of the Island of Gods is also famous for its dense culture and unique customs. . it is still held in high esteem today. If you want to see firsthand how strong Balinese culture and customs are, you can visit these 5 traditional villages in Bali. Here you will be pampered and amazed by the variety of cultures that exist in Bali. Let’s get to know these five villages better!

1. Panglipuran village

This traditional village in Bali is a must to visit as this village is already very well known in the eyes of the world. Penglipuran village is located in Kubu, Bangli Regency, about 45 km from central Denpasar. The name of Penglipuran village comes from the word Lengeling e Pura which means to remember a sacred place (ancestral temple). The inhabitants of this village are the Bali Mula originally from Bayung Gede village, Kintamani, then migrated to Kubu Bayung village which is now Penglipuran village. Then they settled while maintaining the nobility of their cultural philosophy.

The atmosphere offered by Penglipuran Village is the village atmosphere which is very calm and beautiful because it is located on a plateau. Not only that, this village certainly has a number of particularities that are not found in other villages, such as the uniform-looking houses of its inhabitants on the front. This village also has neat, clean and beautiful alleys where you can walk along these alleys while taking pictures from time to time.

Another special feature of this traditional Balinese village is that motorized vehicles are prohibited from entering this area of ​​the village. So if you want to visit here you have to walk as the vehicle has to be parked outside the village. Due to these regulations which make this village very fresh and pollution free.

2. Tenganan Pegringsingan village

The traditional village in Bali is henceforth called Tenganan Pegringsingan Village or commonly known as Tenganan Village. This village is located in the Karangasem regency, about 60 km from the center of Denpasar. This 917.2 hectare village is inhabited by the Balinese Mula residents who till now still adhere to the customary rules of their ancestors. Tenganan village people have rules commonly called Awig-Awig. Some examples are prohibited by polygamy or divorce. In addition, there are also rules to regulate systems of government, natural resource rights, land rights, education, marriage, and traditional ceremonies.

Even though they still adhere to the rules of their ancestors, the people of this village are very open to new things that smell of modernization. For example, such as electrical, transportation and communication equipment. Tenganan village children are also encouraged to get higher education. The people of this traditional Bali village also have amazing talents, you know, one of which is the habit of weaving their own gringsing cloth, which is only produced in this village. Not only textiles, you can also see palm leaf carving or painting if you visit this village. And when you visit, make sure you take the time to chat with the residents there and hear some of their history. Not only that, you can also witness the traditional ceremonies usually held in January, February, June and December.

3. Nyuh Kuning Village

Nyuh Kuning village is also one of the must-see traditional villages in Bali. Nyuh Kuning Village is located in Jalan Raya Nyuh Kuning, Ubud District, Gianyar Regency. Tourists are attracted to visit this village because of the culture and customs of the people which are still traditional and untouched by modernization. Nyuh Kuning village was built using the concept of Tri Hita Karana i.e. maintaining harmony and harmony in the relationship between humans and nature, humans and similar and also between humans and God. The tourism offered by this village it tends to adopt the local and natural culture without a touch of modernization. So when you visit here, you can enjoy nature and typical rural culture at the same time. Usually the activities that are often carried out by tourists in this town are cycling or walking around the town. The greenery of nature and the fresh air of this village are definitely capable of relieving boredom from the daily routine. You can stay in locals’ homes to mingle with local residents and learn more about their culture. Not only that, you will also be treated to a very interesting traditional dance show at night. After satisfying yourself by watching the traditional dance activities, you can also taste the typical dishes of this village cooked in the traditional way.

4. Trunyan village

Trunyan or Terunyan Village is really one of the traditional villages in Bali which is quite global. You can visit this village on the banks of Lake Batur, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency by crossing Lake Batur by boat. Trunyan Village is very famous for its unique funeral procession, thus attracting the attention of local and foreign tourists. This tradition is quite unique because the people of Trunyan village do not bury their bodies but only lay them on the ground under the Taru Menyan tree. For this reason, this village is called Trunyan Village.

This cemetery is also often referred to as Sema Wayah where there are only 11 graves around so the bodies have to be placed alternately. The people of Trunyan village did not increase the number of graves because their ancestors gave a rule that if there are new bodies, the old corpses or those that have become bones must be removed. Even if the bodies in this village are not buried, you will not smell bad when you come here. Locals believe that the Taru Menyan tree has its own aroma so that it can neutralize the rotten smell that surrounds it. Oh! Cold.

5. Naval village

The last traditional village in Bali is Kapal village, which is located in Mengwi District, Badung Regency. This village is also the target of tourists because it is full of culture and has its own uniqueness too. Various traditions are still preserved and upheld by the people of this village. For this reason, if you visit here, you are likely to see one of the traditions held by the residents, one of which is Aci Rah Pengangon tradition or Tipat – Pillow war tradition. The tradition of Tipat-Pillow warfare is usually held from September to October on every full moon or the fourth full moon of the Balinese calendar.

Apart from the various eye-catching traditions, this traditional Bali village also has a quite famous temple namely Pura Sada. This temple is located around a residential area and is believed to be one of the oldest temples which is said to have been built around 830 AD Not only guys, of course you will also be treated to a beautiful rural landscape which can refresh your eyes . This is because the Kapal Village area is not as busy as a city, so it has a calm and peaceful atmosphere.