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Protected for centuries from the outside world
by its surrounding walls, the village of Tenganan
has maintained its ancient pre-Hindu customs,
known as "Bali Aga" the original Balinese.
Located 5km just to north of Candidasa. Tenganan
is very famous for its traditional culture and
custom. Unique ritual offering dances and gladiator
like battles are enacted as they have been for
centuries. Tenganan is famous for its "Double
Ikat" woven cloths called gringsing, which
are supposed to protect the wearer with magical
power. The village is also famous for its lontar
sacred books, traditional Balinese palm leaf books.
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