Months of Bali buffalos on circuit

"Mekepung" (buffalo race) is a thank-giving rites or ritual commemoration which is usually held after having good harvesting. It is usually organized by the cultivator organization (subak) involving hundred buffalos that are going to compete on racing. Annually, the important races are mostly held throughout this part of west Bali around August and September. Therefore for those travelers, who are staying in Bali between that period, get and catch the information about it to your travel agencies.

The racing animals are actually water buffalo, normally docile creatures, which charge down a 2 km stretch of road or beach pulling tiny decorative chariots, in which it is often little more than a sort of plough used in the fields. Rider stands on kneel on top of the chariots forcing the bullocks on, sometimes by twisting their tails to make them (buffalo) follow the curve of the makeshift racetrack.

While, the occasional races are also set up for tourists groups at a park in Perancak on the coast and minor races are held in the general area (best in Perancak). Starting from day break every Sunday, often finishing by noon.

The winner, however, is not necessarily first past the post. Style also plays a part and points are awarded for the most elegant runner.

So watch out your time and don't miss this formula one featuring with the buffalo race and make sure to keep your digital camera at hand because you are able to document the amazing annually moment in Bali.