New Regulations In Bali: Restrictions On Menstruating Visitors To Temples

Authorities in Bali , Indonesia, have introduced a new policy prohibiting menstruating tourists from entering temples, citing concerns that period blood could compromise the sanctity of these religious sites.

This regulation is part of a broader initiative announced by Bali Governor Wayan Koster on March 24, aimed at curbing inappropriate behavior among tourists, according to a report from Metro.

I am implementing this directive as an immediate measure to regulate foreign tourists while they are in Bali, Governor Koster stated.

Under the new guidelines, women on their period will be restricted from visiting Balinese temples due to the belief that menstrual blood is impure and could defile the sacred spaces, Visit Bali reported.

Traditional beliefs passed down through generations suggest that entering a temple while menstruating can have adverse effects.