Bali Day 2

Tour to Denpasar, capital of Bali, to visit the Central Local Market. Beautiful colors with all the peppers, fruits, and vegetables. Strolled through meat stalls (note no refrigeration!) as women shopped w large baskets on their heads. Local vendors cleaned produce, made flower offerings for holiday prayers, and made woven baskets.

Then, we went to Maospahit Temple, which is known for its bare red brick architecture. Note that the builders did not use any mortar!! Pura Maospahit was built using a concept known as Panca Mandala, where the most sacred area is situated at the center of the complex instead of facing the direction of the mountain. In the spirit of the Bali Holiday, the Hindu priest was blessing all who visited that day.

In the Evening we went to Bali's Bird Park for a lovely Dinner followed by a fascinating performance of the Kecak, a ritual dance that recounts an epic tale from the Hindu " Ramayana" and fire dance. What a night!!Read more