Sidemen village located at the Karangasem Regency, east part of Bali , in the Sidemen valley is an idyllic place poised 1,400 feet up, on the slopes of Mount Agung , the highest mountain in Bali . Sidemen village is home to about more than 7,000 people, most of them supported by farming. The whole Sidemen village is spread out over three separate river valleys which encompass a population of about 27,000. All castes of traditional Balinese Hindu society are represented here : Brahmana live in Geria, Ksatria in Palace, Waisya in Jero, and Sudra in their own house, and there is also a small Muslim population that the descent of former the soldier of Karangasem Palace from Lombok Island when the Karangasem Palace subjugate it, which has long coexisted harmoniously with their Hindu neighbours.
The housing area is separated from the rice field area, the housing area located at the right side from the road, and the field area located at the left side, that make this village very unique. The area is famous for stunning scenery, and a simple, traditional way of life. Sidemen village has produced masters of Balinese literature and Hindu theology, as well as generations of skilful weavers. For decades, or perhaps millennium, Sidemen has also served as a secluded heaven for the world-weary. It just offers a homestay and hotel in this village, but you will not find difficulties in getting accommodation for visiting this beautiful village. Many tourists, painters, and students from around the world have visit this village every year. Sidemen Village is a very tranquil place to just be.
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