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Galungan and Kuningan
Galungan is Bali's major feast, symbolising the victory of Good (Dharma) over Evil (Adharma). This happens every 210 days and the whole island is beautifully decorated. Celebrations go on for 10 days and during this time, the Balinese believe that their ancestors come to earth for the festivities. The last day of the festival is Kuningan when the ancestors return to heaven and the Balinese express their gratitude to the gods. Every village celebrates Kuningan in grand style, with colourful festivals held at temples throughout Bali. The next Galungan falls on 27 March, 2013 whilst next Kuningan falls on 6 April, 2013.
Amandari's Annual Temple Ceremony
On the 10th lunar moon in the Balinese calendar (26 March), Amandari will celebrate the anniversary of its temple with a purification ceremony, Purnama Kedasa. The celebrations will include a series of events taking place from 25 to 27 March. To read more
Concierge Service at Amanresorts in Indonesia
Amanresorts offers complimentary concierge airport services for all international arrivals at any of its five Indonesian properties. Guests will enjoy customs clearance assistance and complimentary transfers.
Certified member of Green Globe 21
Amandari has successfully achieved Green Globe Certified Silver Status since August 4, 2008. Green Globe 21 is a worldwide benchmarking and certification programme which facilitates sustainable travel and tourism for consumers, companies and communities. It is based on Agenda 21 and principles of Sustainable Development endorsed by 182 governments at the United Nations Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992. Amandari started Green initiatives in August 2005.