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The first Tumpek to take place in each cycle is Tumpek Landep, on the Saturday of Landep, the second week of the Pawukon. It is a special day on the complicated Balinese calendar set aside to pay homage to the creation of metal goods.

The day is devoted to Sang Hyang Pasupati, the Lord of Heirlooms. Tumpek Landep is derived from the words, Tumpek, i.e. Saturday of Kliwon, and Landep, meaning sharp.

During this day, the heirlooms such as the “kris” (wavy dagger) and other weapons kept at the family temple are taken out for a blessing that ensures the continuation of the magic powers that bring good fortune upon their owners. Generally the special offerings are made for all tools and other objects made of metal.

All kitchen implements, garden tools and metal parts of machinery and vehicles are cleaned, and adorned with a set of offerings. Visitors may experience the only place in the world where the roads are graced with numerous vehicles beautifully decorated with offerings and elaborate ornaments made from young coconut leaves.

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