According to reports, traffic restrictions and management measures have been announced across parts of Denpasar and Badung, Bali, from 0600 to 1300 hours (local time) on Friday (23 October), in connection with the Melasti religious procession from Pura Dalem Suniantara to Petitenget Beach and its return journey.
The arrangements are intended to facilitate the religious ceremony and regulate vehicle movement along the procession routes. Following are the announced arrangements:
• Route towards Petitenget Beach: The procession will depart from Pura Dalem Suniantara via Jalan Imam Bonjol, Jalan Teuku Umar Barat, Jalan Tangkuban Perahu, Jalan L.P. Kerobokan, Jalan Raya Pantai Batu Belig and Jalan Pantai Petitenget, before reaching Petitenget Beach for the Melasti ceremony.
• Return route towards Pura Dalem Suniantara: The procession will return via Jalan Pantai Petitenget, Jalan Raya Kerobokan, Jalan Pengubengan Kauh, Jalan Serangan, Jalan Mertasari, Jalan Teuku Umar Barat and Jalan Raya Imam Bonjol, before proceeding towards Pura Dalem Suniantara.
• During the return journey, the procession will make a scheduled stop near Indomaret Banjar Buagan on Jalan Imam Bonjol, before continuing towards the temple.
• Traffic management and security arrangements will be coordinated by Pecalang (traditional Balinese security personnel) associated with Pura Dalem Suniantara and Banjar Batannyuh, alongside relevant authorities.
• Motorists, particularly those travelling along Jalan Imam Bonjol in Denpasar, have been advised to use alternative routes, reduce speed and follow instructions from personnel managing traffic along the procession route.
Categories: Travel Risks - Travel Restrictions
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