Editorial photo #13457002 Religion and Belief

Melasti Ceremony Before Nyepi Day For Hindus On The Island Of Bali, Indonesia.

Hundreds of Hindus gather for a Melasti ceremony at Petitenget Beach on the island of Bali, Indonesia, on March 16, 2026. The ceremony involves purifying and cleansing participants and sacred objects from temples, using a sacred spring to wash away spiritual and natural impurities. It takes place before Nyepi, a day of silence dedicated to self-control, self-reflection, meditation, and introspection, during which people remain indoors and refrain from work and lighting fires or lamps for 24 hours. (Photo by Muhammad Fauzy/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13457002
Date taken: 16 March 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Muhammad Fauzy/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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Melasti ceremony Petitenget beach Bali Indonesia March 16 2026 Hindus purification cleansing sacred objects temples spiritual impurities natural impurities sacred spring Nyepi day of silence self-control self-reflection meditation introspection inner balance harmony prohibited activities staying indoors no fires no lamps Muhammad Fauzy NurPhoto cultural tradition religious ritual community gathering pre-Nyepi event spiritual renewal Balinese Hinduism.