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For the Love of Gamelan

“Each instrument within the gamelan ensemble beats with a distinct rhythm, resonates with a unique tone, and voices a separate personality — every single one of them has its own love song to sing and a passionate story to tell. Yet, when they take turns to blend their melodies into one

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Bali Chronicles #004: February 2024, Dharma Reigns Supreme

In Bali, where age-old legacies and modern elements intertwine dynamically, February 2024 emerges as a month of paramount significance because, throughout the island—from the lively beaches to the solemn peaks—will be enlivened with auspicious celebrations. The arrival of several holy days leading up to the famous festival of

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Discovering the Transformative Power of Ritual Purification

Ritual purification is seen as a way to purify the mind, body, and soul across numerous cultures. The practice is said to protect people from negative influences, and prepare for spiritual or significant events. From Thailand’s Songkran Festival to Japan's Onsen baths, many cultures have unique and

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7 Unusual Cultural Facts About Bali, Indonesia

Often referred to as the 'Island of the Gods', Bali is teeming with with mysticism, tradition and culture. Beyond the well-known facts surrounding its ancient traditions, ceremonies and landscapes, we've rounded up 7 unusual cultural must-knows about Bali, Indonesia. Bali's calendar is different from

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Empowering Balinese youth to perform weekly cultural shows at Pura Tirta Empul, a Hindu temple

MISSION: The goal of this economic empowerment project is to generate a regular, sustainable income for a local community nearby to the Pura Tirta Empul temple. Collaborating with cultural preservation organizations to ensure the authenticity of practices and performances, Quantum Temple aims to empower the local community to activate weekly

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Equipping Balinese youth with knowledge & digital skills to promote Pura Tirta Empul, a Hindu temple

MISSION: This project aims to equip Balinese youth with digital skills to promote responsible tourism for the Pura Tirta Empul temple. This youth empowerment program, in partnership with Institut Teknologi Dan Bisnis STIKOM BALI, will train up to 30 people, aged 17–25, in contemporary digital marketing, social media management

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PURIFICATION RITUAL at Pura Tirta Empul temple with local guides

DETAILS: OVERVIEW: Pura Tirta Empul is a Hindu temple that has been actively used for purification rituals since 926 A.D. Meaning 'Holy Spring' in Balinese, Tirta Empul was built for Vishnu, the Hindu God of Water. Today, it draws people from across the globe to experience ritual

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What you need to know about the QT Impact Fund

Our mission is clear: we aim to mobilize $100M for global cultural, environmental and tourism regeneration by 2030. How are we doing this? The QT Impact Fund. Aimed at travelers, institutions and corporations who care about regenerating the world, the QT Impact Fund allows for direct investment into community-led initiatives.

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Introducing the Pioneers of Regenerative Travel: QT Passport Ambassadors

Traveling can catalyze regeneration on a global scale, and directly contribute to the preservation of our world's diverse cultural heritage. It can be a vehicle for positive change – when it's in the right hands. This is why we're thrilled to introduce our QT Ambassadors,

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Training youth ambassadors to lead curated travel experiences in Penglipuran, a traditional Balinese village

MISSION The project aims to contribute to the preservation and revitalizion of cultural heritage within Penglipuran Village, in Bali. Penglipuran was crowned one of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Best Tourism Villages for 2023, and is recognized as one of the cleanest villages in the world. It draws

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Developing workshop facilities to introduce the youth to Genta, a time-honored Balinese craft

MISSION This project intends to preserve and revitalize the cultural heritage of crafting genta bells, a Balinese art form, through empowering a local artisan. The bellsmith of Bali, Jro Mangku works out of his home workshop in Klungkung Regency, Bali, meticulously crafting genta by hand – as one of the few

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7 Reasons to Claim Your QT Passport: Unveiling a New Era of Travel

The world of travel is evolving, and so are our responsibilities as travelers. Regenerative travel is the successor to sustainable travel. It's not just about treading lightly; it's about leaving a positive imprint as we wander, where each voyage becomes a force for good. In this

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Scaling: adapting traditional balinese irrigation techniques to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

MISSION This environmental regeneration project aims to revolutionize rice cultivation in the Bangli Regency, Bali. There are a host of issues associated with traditional Balinese irrigation techniques, including high greenhouse gas emissions, such as methane. Quantum Temple aims to tackle this through collaborating with local Balinese farmers to implement an

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Creating a dance troupe to revitalize the Jogéd Pingitan, a traditional Balinese dance

MISSION Quantum Temple aims to revitalize the Jogéd Pingitan, a sacred Balinese dance that is of particular significance to the Sebali village, in Gianyar, Bali. This cultural revitalization project aims to introduce the younger generations to this time-honored dance, with the goal of bridging a generational gap and promoting community

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Developing a children’s club for gamelan, an Indonesian orchestra

MISSION This project focuses on supporting the running and growth of a children’s club for gamelan, a centuries-old, traditional Indonesian orchestra, with its origins in Bali and Java. The Makaradhwaja Kumara Children Gamelan Club, in Bali, was founded by Suasthi Bandem and Made Bandem in April 2023, in the

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Reinstating a Balinese temple: giving new life to the sacred spring

MISSION The objective of this project is to restore and rekindle the sacred Pura Pucak Bukit Pintu temple, nearby the village of Duda Timur, Bali. For generations, Pura Pucak Bukit Pintu has been a place of worship for its local Hindu population of one thousand people. However, the temple is

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Reinstating a Balinese temple: renovating the building with new developments

MISSION The objective of this project is to restore and rekindle the sacred Pura Pucak Bukit Pintu temple, nearby the village of Duda Timur, Bali. For generations, Pura Pucak Bukit Pintu has been a place of worship for its local Hindu population of one thousand people. However, the temple is

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Regenerative Travel, Tracked: Introducing The QT Passport

Redefining travel is no easy feat, but it’s a challenge we’re taking on at Quantum Temple. We’re on a mission to regenerate the world through the power of travel. Our aim is to mobilize $100 for cultural, environmental and tourism regeneration by 2030, while cultivating the largest

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From Extractive to Regenerative: A New Era for Travel

The travel industry is inherently extractive. Many people are out of a destination as quickly as they are in, with just a slew of souvenirs, Instagram posts and Duty Free goods to show for the experience. We’re naive to think that travel is more than a window to tap

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Travel Quest: Win a Regenerative Travel Experience in Bali with QUANTUM TEMPLE

At Quantum Temple, we're not just redefining travel; we're revolutionizing it. Our Regenerative Travel Quest is an invitation to a transformative journey that rewards your commitment to responsible and regenerative travel

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Restoring performing arts in Kesidan, a 1,000-year-old Balinese village

MISSION: This project centers around cultural preservation and education, with the goal of creating new opportunities in the village of Kedisan. Quantum Temple intends to strengthen and support Bali's classical music, theatre and artistic traditions in Kedisan through collaborating with Sanggar Dibia Rasa, a group of performing artists

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Reinstating a Balinese temple: Ensuring accessibility for locals

MISSION The objective of this project is to restore and rekindle the sacred Pura Pucak Bukit Pintu temple, nearby the village of Duda Timur, Bali. For generations, Pura Pucak Bukit Pintu has been a place of worship for its local Hindu population of one thousand people. However, the temple is

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Balinese Tapestry of Time: From Creation Myths to Mystical Calendars

Unveiling the Balinese Creation Myths The vibrant island of Bali, known as the Island of the Gods, is a realm where time dances to the rhythm of its own celestial beat. Rooted in deep-rooted beliefs of harmony and balance, the Balinese way of life revolves around profound guiding principles known

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Exploring Sustainable Agriculture: Team Visit to Subak Bena

The subak water irrigation system is of grave significance to Balinese society. This centuries-old integration process is central to religious and spiritual life in the country, and beyond a tool for rice cultivation. According to UNESCO, subak embodies the concept of Tri Hita Karana, marrying the spirit world, human life

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The Shimmering Sounds of Alangö

As dawn breaks over Budaga, Klungkung, the sun casts a timid glow on the wet earth. The rain overnight has left behind the distinctive musky fragrance of the earth that mingles with the morning chill. On this auspicious day of purnama—the full moon—I Wayan Sudiarta, adorned in the