Ogoh-ogoh is one of the Bali traditions are staged regularly. A statue that built of wood and bamboo, so high about 20 feets. It is made for Ngerupuk parade, which take place on the eve of Nyepi day in Bali. Ogoh-ogoh usually has the shape of mythological beings, most of the devil. As creative endeavors by Hindu Bali, Ogoh-ogoh creation is inspired by Hindu spiritual philosophy aims.
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These Bali traditions are symbol of Bhuta-Kala, according to Hindu teachings. Beside it, it is also considered a symbol of nature's mode that form the malicious characters of living beings. Ogoh-ogoh are usually made by people that live in one village. Sometimes helped by the group of artists found in village around Bali. The process is quite long, need three months till finish.
