Besides having a beautiful nature, Bali has another
attractive point that captures visitors’ interest; that is the traditional
Balinese culture. The traditional Balinese culture is an old legacy which is
inspiring Balinese people in both individual and social life. The most unique
and scarce cultural heritage found in Bali is related to spiritual religious
things; those are offerings and ceremony. Both of them have a very close and
indivisible connection. Wherever you see ceremonies, offerings will always be
there. The kind of offerings used will depend on the level of the ceremony.
The offerings play a very important role in every ceremony. The kind and type of the offerings vary depending on the purpose of the ceremony. However, the essence of the every offering is called 'porosan'. It is
the symbol of God which connects our prayers to God. Therefore, in the offering
making lesson, we will take you to learn the simplest and the smallest part of
the offering called ‘Canang Sari’.
The lesson will start from preparing and selecting materials
and utensils used during the process. The instructor will show and guide you
along the process including giving appropriate information related to the
things put in to make a complete Canang Sari. For beginner, the whole process
will take about 30 to 40 minutes. This offering has several kinds of its form,
and we will show you some of them once you have finished the easiest one.
Making an offering also involves arts. If you have good
ability in arts, your work will look better. You can also make your own
creation and create something new but the essence of the offering should be
retained.
The lesson starts anytime during the day from 09:00 – 16:00
and advance booking is needed. It costs US$ 25 per person with minimum booking 2 people. We provide free pick ups and drop offs to hotels around Ubud area,
but for hotels out of Ubud area additional charge will be applied.
What are you waiting for? Come and join us for the activity
and know better about the traditional Balinese culture.
