Let's talk a bit about healers, known as Balian in Bali. Instead of using conventional medicines, they sometimes heal themselves with plants and blends of scented oils. They often accompany their treatments with purification ceremonies to maximize effectiveness. For Balinese people, illness is often seen as a manifestation of negative forces disrupting the body's balance. They also practice massage techniques to reduce fractures and promote healing, thus avoiding costly and often inaccessible surgical interventions for most Balinese. The transmission of knowledge occurs through a sacred book passed down through generations within the same family, often from father to son, while closely observing the techniques and gestures of the previous healer.
Traditional remedies can be obtained from healers at specialized markets, such as Mengwi Market where livestock and animals are sold outside, while upstairs, one can buy clothes, get a haircut, and acquire ancestral treatments... Bali's largest market is located at Kumbasari in Denpasar. Here, you can find fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, as well as items for offerings.
Do you know about the kulkul?
These are two wooden trunks suspended in a small hut. They are used to strike and alert villagers of positive or negative events. They strike differently depending on the message they want to convey. For instance, to warn of a fire, they perform three rapid series of tulud bulus, signaling villagers to arrive carrying buckets of water. The kulkul can also be used to call for community activities or announce a wedding.
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