Nyepi
| Nyepi | |
|---|---|
A deserted Balinese beach during Nyepi | |
| Also called | Day of Silence |
| Observed by | Balinese Hindus |
| Type |
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| Celebrations | Perform tapa brata penyepian |
| Observances |
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| Begins | 06:00 |
| Ends | 06:00 the next day |
| Date | Balinese Saka 1 Kedasa |
| 2025 date | 29 March |
| 2026 date | 19 March |
| 2027 date | 8 March |
Nyepi, also known as Day of Silence, is a Balinese holiday held every Isakawarsa ("new year") according to the Balinese calendar, and it can be traced as far back as 78 A.D.
The observance includes maintaining silence, fasting, and meditation for Balinese Hindus. The following day is celebrated as New Year's Day.