Bali
Bali was the unplanned ending point of my Indonesia eexperience (I had a serious accident) Not much new can be said about this well worn tourist destination. Traditional arts survive but only if commercially viable. Witness the commercialization of temples, dances, even funerals. I found the north coast, especially to the East to be most unspoiled, with people still generous, hospitable. The beaches are not so special. Traffic is not heavy but dangerous. After the accident I got to see an unsual side: justice and police corruption, the dark side of Bali.
Baris: Warrior Dance
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Young children being taught dance by Govt instructors
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Ancient couthouse in Klungkung
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Cockfighting is a popular pastime
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Taking the Barong (Mythical Dragon) for a walk.. |
Ceremony inside temple
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Come and have a drink with us !
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Taking an offering to the Pura (temple)
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Legong Dance (always by young girls)
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Beautiful Terraces near Amlapura |
Northern Bali Temple (a very different style)
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Tambanan, where Bali's original people live.
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Funerals are big celebrations |
Traditional Cremation. Note Cow effigy
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Water lillies growing on pond outside my room
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Two neighbours visit this morning...
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Temple on lake Island
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