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Kintamani Volcano · Ubud · Barong Dance · Part 1
The perfect introduction to Bali's fascinating culture and handicrafts, picturesque rice paddy fields, traditional villages and a spectacular lake and volcano. Your journey takes you to Batubulan, known for its stone carving and ornate temples, here you will see the exciting Barong Dance. A traditional dance that portrays the eternal struggle between good and evil, the religious and the profane and with a dramatic ending. On this day, the highlights of the trip were:
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Villa pickup and drop off
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Travel through the Kintamani mountain region
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View Mount Batur the active volcano with running lava down its peak
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See the Balinese mythical Barong Dance
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Visit Ubud, the artistic hub of Bali
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A very informative and friendly local guide
We also went through the woodcarving village of Mas. Watched artisans chipping intricate designs from wood blocks. Enjoyed lunch in a restaurant providing wonderful views of the lake and mountain. On the return trip, had an exorbitantly expensive fox shit coffee, and stopped at Goa Gajah's holy springs which are believed to have magic curative powers. Ended the day with a visit to an arts center in Ubud.
Photos taken using Sony NEX-F3. No edits except cropping. Click on the images below to expand. Disclaimer: The photos herein and all other albums associated with Bali Sojourn are by no means a documentary. They're all touristy snapshots.
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