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A 26-year-old Swiss tourist, Luzian Andrin Zgraggen, was sentenced to one year in Denpasar, Bali, for posting Instagram videos during Nyepi that mocked the Day of Silence. Indonesia’s new criminal code carries up to five years for the offense, but the court reduced the sentence due to his age and conduct, with Swiss consular authorities providing support.
A Swiss tourist on Bali has been sentenced to one year in prison after filming himself on Nyepi, the Day of Silence, calling the holiday 'crazy' and breaching Bali’s strict holiday restrictions that halt flights, cut internet access and limit activities.
A Swiss tourist in Bali was sentenced to one year in prison for insulting Nyepi, Bali's Day of Silence, by posting messages on social media that offended Balinese people and violated the island's restrictions during the observance. The Denpasar court found he violated Indonesia's new criminal code; he claimed no intent to insult and apologized, but authorities said his posts provoked public outrage. The case underscores strict enforcement of Nyepi rules, which include staying home, airport closures, and an internet blackout.
A Swiss tourist in Bali was sentenced to one year in prison for insulting the Hindu Day of Silence Nyepi via social media posts. The Denpasar court found he violated Indonesia’s new criminal code by posting after staff had warned him of Nyepi restrictions that require residents and visitors to stay home and observe silence. He had posted videos boasting about defying the rules and called Nyepi “crazy,” prompting condemnation; he says the posts were not meant to offend and he apologizes. Prosecutions of foreigners over Nyepi are uncommon, but authorities say such posts offend Balinese people and faith.
Nyepi is a day of silence and introspection observed by Balinese Hindus to mark their New Year. The day before Nyepi, called Ngrupuk, involves parading giant monster effigies representing evil spirits and making noise before the period of introspection. Visitors to Bali during Nyepi are affected by the island-wide silence, with airports and tourist attractions closed, and hotels not checking anyone in or out. Some tourists plan their trips around Nyepi to witness or take part in the unique cultural observance, while others find themselves unexpectedly experiencing the beautiful tradition.
Bali's Nyepi, the day of silence, marks the Saka New Year and is observed by Balinese Hindus to cleanse the island of demons and start the new year afresh. The SAKA Museum in Bali offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in Nyepi traditions, showcasing the journey of renewal through various exhibits. Silence during Nyepi is seen as a way to boost brainpower, as it contrasts with the modern world's constant noise. Visitors to Bali during Nyepi are encouraged to experience the ogoh-ogoh parades before embracing fasting, breathing, darkness, and stargazing during the day of silence.