Taman Anyar Village

Uma Anyar

Traditional Tourism Village in Bali

Uma Anyar is a tourism village located in Penarungan District, Badung Regency, Bali. This village offers an authentic and immersive experience of Balinese life, rich in culture, traditions, and local wisdom. As a cultural tourism destination, Uma Anyar invites visitors to explore the daily lives of the villagers, understand their customs, and witness various activities that showcase Bali’s enduring cultural heritage.

Activities Overview

The journey begins with a visit to a local elementary school within the village. Here, visitors can interact directly with the children, engage in conversations, and share experiences.

This activity provides insight into the educational system of a traditional Balinese village and demonstrates a simple yet spirited learning environment.

Such interactions not only offer valuable experiences for tourists but also foster cultural understanding, respect for education, and appreciation for community life.

Next, visitors are welcomed with the beauty of the Barong dance, a traditional Balinese performance full of symbolic and spiritual significance. After watching this vibrant and colorful dance, tourists are invited to participate in offerings at the village temple. These offerings typically include traditional cakes and ceremonial rituals that are vital aspects of the spiritual life of the Balinese community. This
experience offers a deeper understanding of the importance of faith and religious practices in village
life.

In addition to cultural activities, Uma Anyar provides in-depth explanations of traditional Balinese house layouts, which are rich in aesthetic values and symbolic meanings. Visitors will learn about Balinese architecture, including the arrangement, functions of each space, and the significance of elements such as family temples, which serve as the spiritual center of the family and village. Through this knowledge, tourists can understand the philosophy of “Tri Hita Karana,” which underpins Balinese society—harmonious relationships between humans, nature, and God

The next experience involves trying various activities performed by the villagers. Visitors can learn and participate in making traditional Balinese satay, taste traditional desserts like klepon and dodol, and observe the process of making canang sari, small offering baskets used in religious ceremonies. Furthermore, visitors can watch and take part in traditional cockfighting competitions, learn how to make coconut oil using traditional methods, and extract Bali coffee. These activities provide direct insight into the daily skills and resourcefulness of the villagers in utilizing their natural surroundings.

Beyond cultural and craft activities, Uma Anyar also offers traditional farming experiences. Visitors are taken to rice fields to learn how to plant rice using traditional tools such as the cangkul (hoe) and manual planting methods.

At the end of the day, visitors are treated to a simple yet delicious Balinese lunch while enjoying a lively joged dance performance as a gratitude expression for the harvest and collective success. This dance is not only entertainment but also a symbol of gratitude and community spirit in celebrating their achievements.

With its various profound and authentic activities, Uma Anyar provides a tourism experience that is not only enjoyable but also educational and meaningful. The village exemplifies how Balinese culture and traditions continue to thrive and attract visitors eager to understand and appreciate Bali’s rich cultural heritage firsthand.

Highlights

Visit elementary school near the village, interaction and sharing with the kids (skipped if the school is on holiday)
Welcome by barong dance at banjar and offering to the temple
Learning about Balinese house, family temple and get holy bracelet
Traking in the rice field and visit temple for farmer, learn subak system
Look and try balinese activity like making satay, balinese dessert, canang sari, making coconot oil, and balinese coffee
Show wood carving
Try and get experience traditional farming with cow until planting padies
Lunch with live balinese dance and music instrument
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