Galungan and Kuningan are among Bali’s most cherished celebrations, offering a glimpse into the island’s rich cultural heritage. During this time, streets come alive with penjor—elegant bamboo poles adorned with woven leaves, fruits, and offerings, symbolizing prosperity and devotion. The preparations begin a day before Galungan, on Penampahan Galungan. Men craft the penjor and prepare traditional dishes like lawar, a flavorful mix of vegetables, grated coconut, and spices, while women create ba

— Hari Raya Light Up 2023 —It’s an evening of pure joy to see the Hari Raya Light Up 2023 at Geylang Serai, as it mark an iconic annual light up in celebration of Ramadan and Hari Raya Puasa. “Masyarakat Gemilang – Community of Success” is the theme for this year and it symbolise how the Malay / Muslim community has thrived as a community together. And next week we will be welcoming the month of Ramadan. Here’s wishing all our Malay/Muslim friends a blessed month ahead. #rayagemilang #wismageyla

Celebrated every 210 days according to the Hindu Saka Calendar, Galungan symbolizes the victory of Dharma over Adharma or virtue over evil which has its origin in the mythology of “Mayadenawa”. It is believed that during the ten days of Galungan, all the gods, as well as the supreme deity Ida Sang Hyang Widi, will come down to earth and join the festivities. The Balinese also believe that the spirit of ancestors and deceased relatives return to visit their homes, and for this reason the various