Siwaratri, The ‘night of Siwa’ is an auspicious time for prayer, introspection and meditation. During this period, Balinese Hindus undertake practices including:

• Monabrata – silence, not speaking for a period of 12 hours,
• Upawasa – fasting, not eating or drinking during 24 hours,
• Mejagra – meditation, not sleeping during 36 hours