Galungan and Kuningan Day
Two extremely important days coming up in May.
Galungan Day is celebrated every Budha Kliwon Dungulan. Galungan Day has a meaning "Pawedalan Jagat" or the earth's celebration. On this day the Hindus thank the God for the creation of the earth and its content. On this day the Hindus feel grateful for His blessings. Ref:http://www.kcbtours.com/newsletter_281.php
I remember a wonderful night at the Padma Hotel at the end of Galungan. There was a full moon. We had dinner in the restaurant nearest the beach. The entertainment was provided by a huge Joged Bumbung orchestra which is comprised of bamboo resonators lying horizontally and tied to bamboo frames. These resonators are struck with special mallets made of bamboo and tire rubber. Often used for informal occasions, joged bumbung accompanies a dance where the woman invites the man to dance with her by placing a sash around his waist and pulling him into the dance circle. Of course this part of the entertainment went down well with the tourists.
A priest blessed a huge mound of ceremonial rice, which was then distributed to guests and workers.