The Ganesh murtis (statue) is made of clay with every intention to be temporary. On the 10th day families carry to a river, lake, or the sea. There, they gently lower the murtis (statue) into the water and let it dissolve, called Ganesh Visarjan (immersion).

The Melukat ceremony is deeply rooted in Balinese Hinduism and is performed to purify individuals from spiritual impurities, emotional burdens, and negative energies. The term “melukat” derives from the old Javanese word “lukat,” meaning “to cleanse” or “to purify.” This ritual is not only a personal cleansing but also a