January is an important month in Bali: Galungan officially begins 23 January, but preparations start early. Galungan, one of Bali’s major festivals, celebrates the return of Balinese gods and deified ancestors to Bali. For ten days, Balinese families entertain and welcome with prayers, offerings and ceremonies to cleanse and balance the inner and outer energy on the island.
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The Galungan celebration begins! While the holiday itself does not start until 23 January, there are ceremonies, not to mention sales at most major department stores, leading up to the festival itself……
