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| A finished Penjor (at the airport) |
Galungan is the most important ceremony for Balinese Hindus. It is a time to honour the creator of the universe, and the spirits of ancestors. The ceremony represents the triumph of good (Dharma) over evil (Adharma). In preparation for Galungan every Hindu family prepares a "Penjor" - a beautifully decorated bamboo pole. According to the man we asked, the Penjor represents a dragon, which symbolizes goodness. Some of the materials used are: bamboo, palm fronds, rice panicles, and banana tree trunks. As you can see from the pictures above, it is a family event. We were grateful for the opportunity to witness this Balinese tradition.
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