Nyepi: Bali’s Day of Silence

Every year, towards the end of March, the entire island of Bali in Indonesia, goes into standstill. Flights are grounded, shops remain closed, streets are deserted of traffic and pedestrian. All residents lock themselves up in their houses and switch off their lights. There is no talking, no music, no entertainment. Some even stop eating. This day is called Nyepi, the “day of silence”, where devout Hindus meditate and reflect.

Nyepi ‘ogoh-ogoh’