Magazine B No.82 BALI

Bali is the only island in the Indonesian archipelago that is predominately Hindu, in contrast to the rest of the islands, which comprise the world’s largest Muslim population. For the Balinese, Hinduism is not just a religion—it’s a fundamental social and spiritual value that forms the bedrock of Balinese culture, from dance and painting to architecture. In the 1970s, Ngurah Rai International Airport was expanded, and Australian surfers flocked to the small island. This first generation of foreigners were followed by others from all around the world, drawn to the pristine nature, nearly millennia-old traditional culture, and Balinese sages who bequeath secrets to a balanced life. Then came creatives with high hopes of learning about self-care and sustainable futures through yoga and meditation. More than just a tourist destination, Bali is now the ultimate mecca for alternative living.

INTRO

EDITOR’S LETTER

IS BALI WORTH VISITING?

Stories about Bali and Balinese culture

SURFERS IN BALIE

Three surfers talk about surfing life

LIVING IN THE WAVES

Creator Thai Little talks about surfing communities in Bali

SURF REPORT

Bali’s top surfing spots and wave types

DIGITAL NOMAD DIARY

Digital nomads discuss their lives and decisions to settle down in Bali

WORKING REMOTELY

Bali’s top coworking spaces teeming with digital nomads

YOGIS IN BALI

People in pursuit of a balanced state of body and mind through yoga in Bali

SPIRITUAL LIFE

Spiritual cultivation and daily practices from two yoga studios

VIEWPOINTS

Regular sojourners to Bali talk about their experiences in-country

OUTLINE

An essay reflecting an intimate understanding of Balinese culture and key concepts that encapsulate Balinese society

BALINESE HOUSES

Traditional houses that embody Balinese social values

BALINESE CUISINE

Iconic Indonesian dishes available in Bali

NEW DESIGN PRACTICE

Five creators committed to connecting traditional beauty with modern tastes

CULINARY VENTURES

Ecological farms and local restaurants that revolutionized Balinese culinary culture

LIVING IN BALI

The lives and living spaces of incomers in Bali

OBJECTS

Objects that demonstrate Bali’s artistic style and craftsmanship

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BALI

Hot spots in six areas rich in Balinese culture

OUTRO