Barong Dance, Bali. A Unique Performance.
The popular of all Balinese dance forms is the Barong Dance. It is a form of story telling which generally narrates a tussle between the good and the bad. For those keen on the traditional forms of acting, the mythology on which the culture is based, and the rich history of Indonesia, this (more…)
What is Barong ?
Barong is a character in Balinese mythology. He is the king of the spirits and symbolizes goodness. He is an enemy of Rangda in the Balinese mythology. Banas Pati Rajah is the spirit that accompany a child in his life. Banas Pati Rajah is believed to be the spirit that drives the Barong. As a protective spirit,… (more…)
What is Oleg Tamulilingan ?
Oleg = verb, swaying.
Tamulilingan = noun, bee, beetles
Oleg Tamulilingan coupled to mention the dance that was created in 1952 by the Balinese artist I Ketut Marya also known by the name I Mario. Oleg Tambulilingan dance… (more…)
Beautiful Nymph
Balinese girls in Karangasem beautifully dressed in a unique and colorful clothes devoted themselves to dance and entertain Gods in sacred temple ceremony that only takes place on the feast day of Kuningan.
Image courtesy of Our Friend Dody
