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A Traditional Balinese Welcome in Amed
Marking another joyful milestone in the Vesica Villas Celuke project, we celebrated the handover of Villa #6 with a heartfelt traditional Balinese welcome in Amed.
Honoring the rich cultural heritage of our island home and fulfilling the desires of the delighted new owners, this special event unfolded on an auspicious day, bringing together the dedicated team that brought this vision to life.
In Balinese tradition, the arrival of new inhabitants to a home calls for a warm and spiritual welcome known as a piodalan or ceremonial reception. This ritual not only honors the transition but also invites prosperity, harmony, and protection into the space.
Rooted in the principles of Tri Hita Karana (the sacred balance of humans, nature, and the divine), this ceremony weaves together offerings, prayers, and communal joy to ensure the villa becomes a sanctuary of positive energy.
The welcome ceremony for Villa #6 was a vibrant tapestry of Balinese customs, filled with colorful processions, rhythmic incantations, and a deep sense of gratitude for the land and its stewards.
The Essence of the Traditional Balinese Welcome Ceremony
Guided by a respected pemangku (priest), the ceremony began at sunset, as the last light kissed the Amed coastline, symbolizing renewal and new beginnings. Here’s a glimpse into the key elements that made this handover unforgettable:
- Floral Processions and Canang Sari Offerings: The new owners were greeted with a procession of family and community members bearing intricate canang sari (small woven palm-leaf baskets). These offerings, placed at the villa’s entrances and garden shrines, serve to appease the spirits and invite blessings for health, wealth, and happiness.
- Sprinkling of Holy Water (Tirta): The pemangku performed a gentle purification, sprinkling tirta (blessed holy water) throughout the villa’s serene interiors. This act washes away any lingering impurities, allowing divine grace to flow freely into every room.
- Prayers and Chanting: Rhythmic chants in ancient Balinese and Sanskrit filled the air, invoking the benevolence of Dewi Sri (goddess of rice and prosperity).
- Symbolic Community Involvement: True to Bali’s communal spirit, local artisans, construction team members, and Vesica Villas staff joined the celebration. A gentle sweeping of the grounds with besom brooms symbolized the removal of obstacles, fostering a shared sense of pride in this architectural gem nestled in Amed’s heart.
Unveiling the Beauty of Villa #6
Perched at the summit of Amed’s stunning Celuke Valley, the Villa features three spacious bedrooms with private en-suites. This open-plan living area flows onto an outdoor balcony where ocean views of the Bali Sea can be captured as the sun rises and sets each day.
Lush tropical gardens surround the center point of this stunning villa in Amed. The large swimming pool, Balinese day-bed, and BBQ area are set to provide the owners with many memorable moments over the coming years.
A New Chapter in Amed's Enchanted Landscape
The handover of Villa #6 stands as a testament to the soul of Vesica Villas Celuke: where luxury meets legacy, and every stone laid whispers of Bali’s timeless spirit.
As the sun dipped toward the horizon, the new owners stepped fully into their sanctuary, carrying the ceremony’s blessings into countless sunrises to come.
With the development now fully sold out, our passionate team turns its energy to the final touches on the remaining villas, ensuring each handover is as magical as the last. Amed’s allure – its black-sand beaches, vibrant reefs, and unhurried rhythm – continues to draw dreamers home.
