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Swiss tourist jailed in Bali for desecrating Day of Silence
A Swiss tourist was sentenced to one year in prison in Bali for insulting the Hindu holiday of Nyepi by filming himself breaking the holiday’s restrictions and making offensive remarks. The incident, which triggered public outrage, occurred during the Day of Silence when the island enforces strict quietness and bans going outside. The tourist apologized in court, stating he did not understand the restrictions fully.
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