Pura Maospahit: A Remnant of the Majapahit Empire in Denpasar

Pura Maospahit: A Remnant of the Majapahit Empire in Denpasar

Found in the area of Pemecutan, Denpasar, Pura Maospahit is an ancient temple compound that dates back to the early days when the Majapahit Empire first established itself in Bali. Denpasar has long been a significant region in Bali. Ancient inscriptions, such as the Blanjong inscription in Sanur (913 AD), hint at an organised civilisation living … Read more

Pratima and Pralingga: Effigies of the Gods

Pratima and Pralingga: Effigies of the Gods

Photo by Edward Speirs Every year, the island of Bali comes alive with a profound and deeply spiritual tradition known as melasti. It is a ritual of purification, during which worshippers travel to the beach in procession. Carried upon their heads are special objects, often wrapped in sacred textiles. These are the pratima and pralingga, … Read more

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, Invites Guests to Dine with Nature

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, Invites Guests to Dine with Nature

Situated in the depths of Payangan, north of Ubud, Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape, has spearheaded a rare “no walls, no doors” philosophy that has redefined what it means to go ‘back to nature’. With only 16 villas, the resort offers a true off-the-beaten-track experience, focused on immersing oneself in the natural surroundings. Buahan’s latest … Read more

Buahan Innovates Culinarily, Reinforces Sustainability

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, Invites Guests to Dine with Nature

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, is a brand stretch of Banyan Tree Group, representing a dedicated vision to create immersive experiences that mix deep communal nature with sustainable design. It provides a northern Ubud escape for adults that redefines the core of being, spearheading a “no walls, no doors” philosophy across the lush resort’s 16 villas. In line … Read more

The Kayon Jungle Resort: An Enchanting Luxury Escape into Nature

The Kayon Jungle Resort: An Enchanting Luxury Escape into Nature

Royal Pool Villa at The Kayon Jungle Resort In the depth of Bali’s highlands, tucked in the thickening valley that shadows over the Oos River, The Kayon Jungle Resort has created a sanctuary among the trees. With only 38 suites and private pool villas, guests can expect ultimate seclusion, defined by its all-embracing natural surroundings. … Read more

Making Beer in Bali: Inside the Brewery with Island Brewing

Making Beer in Bali: Inside the Brewery with Island Brewing

“Time Well Spent” is the official tagline for one of Bali’s rapidly growing beer brands, Island Brewing. It’s an ethos of enjoying good times and good island living. For Head of Brewing Operations Michael King, this tagline is just as appropriate for what happens in the brewery, where time and attention are responsible for the … Read more

Cultivating Specialty Bali Coffee, with Tanamera Indonesia

Cultivating Specialty Bali Coffee, with Tanamera Indonesia

A string of mountains runs across Bali, giant calderas and towering volcanoes, giving the island its rugged highland centre. As one ascends to these peaks, the altitude rises and temperatures drop, and just at a certain sweet spot up the mountains, Bali coffee trees find their home. On the slopes that climb towards the Batur … Read more

Denpasar: Searching for History in Bali’s Capital City

Denpasar: Searching for History in Bali’s Capital City

Behind its constant clamour of commerce, Bali’s capital is home to a rich history. Between the tradesmen and shophouses, government buildings and ageing arcades, Denpasar hides a full spectrum of intriguing historical sites that share of the island’s past, from royal rule to ritual warfare, colonial control to commercial centre. Yes, Denpasar is certainly a … Read more