Bali Day of Silence

A Day of Silence and Reflection

Nyepi is known as the “Bali Day of Silence”. It is an important religious ceremony in Balinese Hindu Culture and marks the celebration of the New Year in the Hindu Calendar. According to the Balinese calendar, in 2025, Nyepi officially falls on Saturday, March 29, after the new moon. The celebration lasts for 24 hours, starting at 6 AM and continuing until 6 AM on March 30.

During the Bali Day of Silence, everyone in Bali must stay inside their homes or designated areas and maintain complete silence. No public activities or businesses are allowed; even the airport and seaport remain closed. In accordance with religious prohibitions, Nyepi is a time for complete silence and renewal, following the four teachings of the Catur Brata :

Amati Geni : Prohibiting the lighting of fires, the use of lighting or satisfying pleasurable human appetites.

Amati Karya : Prohibiting all forms of physical work other than those dedicated to spiritual cleansing and renewal.

Amati Lelungan : Prohibiting movement or travel; requiring people to stay within their homes.

Amati Lelangunan : Prohibiting all forms of entertainment, recreations or general merrymaking.

These traditions symbolize purification, harmony, and balance, ensuring a year of prosperity. The silence is also believed to ward off evil spirits, making them think the island is uninhabited.

Experience Nyepi at Rama Residence Padma, where tranquility meets comfort. Relax by the rooftop pool, savor Asian Cuisine, and enjoy a serene retreat in the heart of Legian. Unwind at our guest gym and self-service laundry while embracing this unique cultural moment.

The Thing You Might Not Want to Miss

On the night before Bali Day of Silence (Nyepi), Balinese Hindus perform the Ogoh-Ogoh Parade, an incredible showcase of Balinese art and culture. The ogoh – ogoh are burned in a ceremony called Ngrupuk to scare away evil spirits and negative energy. This tradition involves building large effigies representing demons and parading them through the streets, marking the final purification before the island embraces a full day of silence and reflection.

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