Nyepi | Tranquility in Silent Day

Nyepi is a Hindu holiday that is celebrated every year New Saka. Today's fall in the count Tilem Kesanga (IX), which is believed to be on the purification of the gods who are in the center of the ocean that brings the essence of living holy water. For that Hindus worship sacred to them.

Understanding Nyepi
Nyepi is derived from the quiet (silent) is actually a celebration of the Hindu New Year is based on Balinese calendar / calendar Caka, which began in 78 AD. Unlike the Christian celebration of the new year, New Year Saka in Bali began to retreat. No regular activities. All activities are eliminated, including public services, such as the International Airport was closed, but not for hospitals.