Bali offers visitors some truly unique holiday experiences and one such example is Mekepung or bull races that take place in Negara. Before heading to the area it is important to find suitable accommodation and if you enjoy the finer things in life then you should look to stay at luxury resorts in Bali. Located amidst breathtaking coastal scenery, Regent Bali is one such Bali luxury resort in the Sanur District. Taking place outside Negara, the bull races in actual fact feature water buffalos and traditionally were held to mark the end of the rice harvest. The animals themselves are adorned with a variety of colours and paraphernalia and they pull a two-wheeled cart with a driver, while being cheered by frenetic crowds!

Rich in history, Bali has a rich cultural and religious heritage that can be experienced through such events as the Odalan Festival. An ideal base from which to explore the island and observe its many rituals would be Regent Bali, which is amongst the leading luxury resorts in Bali. Situated in the Sanur District, this Bali luxury resort enjoys its own private beach and tropical gardens in which to unwind in. A ceremony that marks a temple’s anniversary, the Odalan Festival pays respect to Hindu deities. Those visiting during the event can look forward to seeing such features as a form of contemplative prayer known as “muspa”. Various traditional performances such as barong dance and shadow puppetry can also be sometimes witnessed at such events.

Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.
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Mekepung (Bull Races) – Racing Buffalos in Bali!

Experiencing the Odalan Festival in Bali