Having a rich culture as a true Balinese identity that remains intact and alive despite the increasing wave of modernisation, mega things like prodigious carvings and statues, stones and temples, parade of religious ceremonies, to the simple thing like Canang Sari (offering to the God) are everywhere to be found.
When you’re in the island, you probably have seen those small coconut leaves tray filled with rice, colourful flowers, and incense dotted on the each of entrance streets, in front of the houses and shops, as well as on the temples.

Despite its small size, Canang Sari is possessed with a profound meaning. The Canang Sari is offered to the Gods as a form of gratitude of the peace given to the world.

The bases of Canang sari are made from coconut leaf, betel nut and lime symbolises the three Hindu deities of supreme divinity in Hinduism, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva that represent creation, perseverance, and unity. Each different colours of flowers also placed to specific direction symbolises a Hindu God. White flowers that point to the east are for Iswara, the God of Nature. Red flowers that point to the south are offered to the Brahma, symbolising the power of creation. Yellow flowers that point to the west are for Mahadeva, and the blue or green flowers are faced to the northern direction for the God Vishnu, symbolising as a protection.

The offering is made with quite a lengthy hand-made process; women craft the basket, assembly the material, place them in specific meaningful directions, sprinkle with holy water, and finished with a burning incense. As the incense catches fire and smokes start to linger creating a unique aroma, the fusion of earth, fire, water and air is now complete. While a little prayer is spoken softly, the smokes carry the essences of the offerings up to the Gods. This serves its purposes of gratitude and sacrifices by the Hindu Balinese, and, if you see a small amount of money and food such as candies or cookies placed on the Canang Sari, this is symbolised as to give back what one has received.

Channelling the authenticity of Balinese heritage, Keraton Jimbaran Resort invites all the guests to experience a deeper level of Balinese culture with Balinese Activity session which is held every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. at the resort. While the females will learn on how to make the Canang Sari, the males will learn on how to make Kelangsah - handwoven coconut leaves which usually used in religious ceremonies. All the activity is under the guidance of local staff at Keraton Jimbaran Resort, not only showing the step by step of creating these delicate arrangements, but also introducing the meaning behind it which is the sense of gratitude and self-reflection.

About Keraton Jimbaran Resort
Keraton Jimbaran Resort is a beach resort with rich Balinese heritage rooted in every corner of the resort.

Nestled in the heart of Jimbaran alongside an immaculate white sand beach of Jimbaran Bay, making our traditional Balinese resort an ideal sanctuary for couples, friends, and families. Carefully crafted 99 rooms, suites, and villas are accompanied with an array of exceptional services creating an oasis of serenity to unwind from the mainstream bustle. To complete the experience, the resort features unrivalled facilities from well-manicured tropical gardens, a direct access to the Jimbaran Bay beach, a free-form pool, delectable dining options, a state-of-the-art spa and wellness centre, and everything else to accommodate savvy travellers.Situated just a 10-minute drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport, Keraton Jimbaran Resort offers an easy-access to the island’s many attractions and destinations.

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