√ Tenganan Pegeringsingan village – a traditional village on the island of Bali

Tenganan Pegeringsingan village – a traditional village on the island of Bali

Tenganan Pegeringsingan village – a traditional village on the island of Bali The village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan or more often referred to by the name of the village of Tenganan is one of the traditional village on the island of Bali. The lifestyle of the society is still based on the rules and customs of their ancestors. Locals refer to the regulation by the name awig-awig.


The development of tourism in Bali has advanced so rapidly, marked with begin emergence of luxury buildings with modern comfort as well as changes in lifestyle community who follow the progress of the times.

However, it does not affect the pattern of life in the village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan.

Although at this time the village had been utilizing electric technology, but they still retain the shape and size of the building, the breadth of the Court, the layout of the building, up to the location of the construction of the temple.


  • In addition, they also still observe the customs of the place.


Custom homes of villagers Tenganan is made from a mixture of Rock Creek, Red Rock, and soil. For the roof made of leaves rumbi. Its doors are small and the upper part of the door look unified with the roof of the House.

With all its uniqueness, make the village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan included in the Bali Aga village, along with the village of Make, and the village of Sembiran.

It became an attraction for any tourists both local and foreign tourists to visit this village. Enjoy the charm of a village away from the touch of modern life.

One thing that is unique, although travelers must spend money amounting to Rp 5,000 for car parking, however when entering the territory of the village through an entrance, visitors do not have to buy a ticket, but travelers can donate some as a donation that will benefit residents of the village.
In addition, they also still observe the customs of the place.

Tenganan word derived from the word "ngatengahang" which means to move towards a deeper into the region. This is related to the displacement from the seaside community led to a hilly area known as bukit Gravy and Kangin.

The local population made their living as farmers, craftsmen carved and woven bamboo. In addition, they have the ability to paint on top of the leaves as well. Before painted, leaves the epigraph should be burned first. Something that is unique and has been made hereditary.

However, there is one result of Tenganan Pegeringsingan village community kerajinanan that have been well known to the international community, namely craft fabric Gringsing. Fabric Gringsing is a fabric that is unique in that it is done with double ikat technique.
Here are a few other uniqueness that characterize the typical for the village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan:

1.There is a rule where the villagers could only be married between fellow villagers. If there is in violation of, then it is not allowed to become citizens of the village.

2.Sometimes the villagers still use the barter system in meeting the needs of his life.

3.There is a regular tradition known as the war of pandan (Mekare kare-). This tradition is carried out in June, and was the top on occasion Ngusaba Sambah.

Entry for this tradition is carried out as much as 2 to 4 times within 1 month.

The weapon used was a thorny pandan leaves with a length of about 30 cm, and are equipped with a shield that serves to hold back attacks from opponents.

This tradition is followed by men ranging from children to adults. The pain caused due to scratches from pandan leaves will soon be treated with the use of traditional medicines made from tubers.

After the Festival finished, there was no malice between them, no one WINS or loses.
4.Craft fabric Gringsing. Gringsing word derived from the word "gering" meaning misfortune or sickness, and "sing" which means it is not. So the meaning of the word Gringsing is repellent or repellent army accident.

GringsingKeunikan fabric this fabric is from the manufacturing process are carried out with the double ikat technique. Until recently, a double ikat technique is the only one in Indonesia.

This causes a very famous Gringsing fabric in the world.

The process of making this very long cloth which is about 3 years old. Therefore, the fabric has a price Gringsing quite expensive.

Dyes are used on fabrics comes from the SAP of certain wood and nutmeg seeds, mixed with a special composition so that it produces the desired color.



  • Transport heading to the village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan


Transport heading to the village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan

Tenganan Pegeringsingan village is located in Kecamatan Manggis, Karangasem, Bali.

To go to this location tourist can use a motor vehicle such as a car or motorcycle. The distance of the tourist sites of Ngurah Rai airport is around 70 km away.

However, if travelers departing from Candidasa, is a distance of about 6 km in less than 25 minutes.

For tourists who want to rent a car or motorcycle, on the island of Bali has available several places that offer services rental cars or motorcycles at a price that varies.

Car rental rates start from IDR 200,000/day, and rents motor approximately USD 50,000/day.

In addition, tourists can also take a tour package. Along with the other tourists doing a trip to visit some of the sights of interest in Karangasem Regency.
Lodging

Due to the location of the village of Tenganan is not too far away from the attractions of Candidasa, then generally the tourists looking for lodging in Candidasa. There has been some classy hotel are available that could be an option for tourists.


  • Advice

tourists tenganan

1.If travelers want to rent a car, car rental rates in order to get cheaper, tourists could rent the car along with other travelers.

2.Tenganan Village residents are very friendly, so it's fun to communicate, telling stories about everyday life in the village of Tenganan Pegeringsingan.


3.Some of the crafts of the villagers are very pretty and unique. Don't miss the opportunity to buy it as a gift shop or a keepsake.

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