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17"Ogoh-ogoh" is a Balinese term that refers to a large, elaborate statue or effigy that is paraded through the streets during the annual Balinese Hindu festival of Nyepi. The festival usually falls in March and is a day of silence and self-reflection.
The ogoh-ogoh is usually made of bamboo, paper, and cloth and can be several meters tall. It typically depicts mythological creatures, demons, or other beings from Balinese Hinduism. The creation of ogoh-ogoh is considered an art form in Bali and involves skilled artisans who spend weeks or even months designing and crafting the statues.
On the evening before Nyepi, the ogoh-ogoh is paraded through the streets in a colorful and lively procession, accompanied by music and dancing. The parade is meant to symbolize the purification of evil spirits and negative energy from the island of Bali. The following day, Nyepi, is a day of complete silence and introspection, during which Balinese Hindus refrain from any activity that might disturb the peace, such as lighting fires, working, or traveling.