
Omed-Omedan: Bali’s Post-Nyepi “Kissing Ritual” That Strengthens Social Harmony in Sesetan
In the heart of Denpasar, Bali, lies the vibrant village of Sesetan, where once a year, hundreds gather not just to celebrate—but to push, pull, and, yes, kiss. Known as Omed-Omedan, or “the pulling ritual,” this unique tradition is held the day after Nyepi, Bali’s Day of Silence. More than a spectacle, it is a…