Officially, the name of Bali's religion is Agama Hindu Dharma, which recognises the belief in one god manifested in a variety of forms. The basic foundation of the Hindu deity is the trinity of gods; God the Creator (Brahma), God the Preserver (Visnu) and God the Destroyer (Siva). Along with…
The Climate & What To Wear In Bali
Being only 8° below the equator, the climate in Bali is tropical. The maximum temperature remains fairly constant at 28°C (83°F) throughout the year in inland Bali, and a few degrees warmer nearer the coast. (So if you look at weather.com for a forecast for Bali, please be aware that…
Balinese Temples
You may be surprised to notice the inclusion of two separate sections - RELIGION and TEMPLES - when discussing life in Bali. In a discussion of religion in Australia or the USA, for example, much of its practice would be centred around the church. However, in Bali the temple is…
Balinese Naming System
In Bali your name is very important for the development of your character. At birth a personal name is decided upon for the baby, but many people may not know what the name of someone else is because he or she is more likely to be called by some nickname…