The Odalan, or temple anniversary celebration, is a lavish ceremony that is performed every 210 days to commemorate the founding of the temple. There are thousands of temples in Bali and each one celebrates its own Odalan Festival. In fact, as the date varies from one temple to another, you will probably have the opportunity to see one. For the Balinese Hindus, the festival is a reminder to live by the philosophy that happiness and prosperity can only be attained if all human beings live in balance and harmony with God, with other people, and with the environment. On September 12th, the big family of Ayodya Resort Bali (my work place) held our own Odalan ceremony with a procession to the temple to present gifts and offerings, accompanied by prayers, music and feasting. Sacredly fun !
Here are a few pictures from the day.
ps: Excuse the low quality of a phone camera production images. My friend will send me the good ones and for sure will share some more with you. Om swastyastu.
Here are a few pictures from the day.
ps: Excuse the low quality of a phone camera production images. My friend will send me the good ones and for sure will share some more with you. Om swastyastu.
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| The blogger, in a traditional Balinese dress ;) |
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