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Set on the shores of Lake Bratan (Danau Bratan), close to the town of Bedugul, Pura Ulun Danu Bratan is one of Bali’s most photographed temples. Built, like Taman Ayun Temple, by the king of Mengwi, the combination of multi-roofed shrines with mountains and reflecting lake is incredibly photogenic—the only reason i wanted to visit. And it didn't disappoint. Not only was the drive to this temple rhythmic like chanting of mantra but the place itself was tranquil. I loved it. Tanah lot, an ancient Hindu shrine perched on top of an outcrop amidst constantly crashing waves.was unfortunately a disappointment. The drive to this temple from Ubud was long and slow and it was low tide at the time of our visit. Due to lack of time we could not do much here except for a quick photo shoot. The menacing entrance to Goa Gajah looks like a demonic mouth, suggesting that people are entering an underworld as they venture inside through the darkness. Some claim that the e...

The population of Indonesian islands is predominantly Muslim (about 90%). The island of Bali is an exception where 83% of its people identify as Hindu As a Hindu, one of the first things i noticed was a small, square containers made from coconut leaves containing colorful flowers,a pinch of rice (or substituted by snacks made of rice), traditional herbs, and small portions of food they have in the house on every street, building, and entrance. Those are offerings are made by Balinese people for the gods as a form of their gratitude. The offering is called canang or canang sari. It is a part of Balinese Hinduism ritual for daily prayers, usually in the early morning or dusk. https://travelblog.astadala.com/the-bali-experience/the-history-of-balinese-offerings-canang-sari/ Balinese house is built within a compound surrounded by walls of whitewashed mud or brick, depending on the wealth of the owner.A Balinese house compound contains multiple pavilions( rooms/spaces),Pavilio...