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Balinese Hindu worshippers breathe fire during a ritual before Nyepi day, near Monumen Nasional in Jakarta March 11, 2013. Nyepi is a day of silence for self-reflection celebrating the Balinese Hindu ... more

Balinese Hindu worshippers breathe fire during a ritual before Nyepi day, near Monumen Nasional in Jakarta March 11, 2013. Nyepi is a day of silence for self-reflection celebrating the Balinese Hindu new year, where people may not use lights, light fires, work, travel nor enjoy entertainment. During Nyepi, the airport in Bali is also closed. Only Pecalang, traditional security officials, are allowed to patrol the streets to ensure prohibitions are followed. less

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Fri 22 Mar, 2013 12:30 PM IST