Tenganan

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Tenganan Protected for centuries from the outside world by its surrounding walls, the village of Tenganan has maintained its ancient pre-Hindu customs through a strong code of non-fraternization with outsiders. Here unique rituals offering dances and gladiator-like battles between youths take place. Tenganan is famous for its *double ikat* woven material called gringseng, which is supposed to protect the wearer by magic powers.

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