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Grand cremation – Richard
The cremation of a person descending from the royal family of Ubud is a rare sight to behold, since such occasions where ceremonies are held because of an extremely important person’s passing was not an everyday’s business. Therefore, we had the great luck to witness such an important event, which was public to all the…
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Elephant Extravagance – Richard
The Elephant Resort, situated at the northern outskirts of Ubud, is a resort which rescues elephants from the great danger of poaching in Sumatra. They are brought here to be tended and taken care of, whilst performing activities that attract numerous tourists. Having been accustomed to the usual sight of exuberant toddlers bouncing hither and…
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The Yoga Barn – Richard
The Yoga Barn, a Yoga centre in Ubud, is a place which primarily focuses on the activities of Yoga and Qigong. The place attracts many tourists, who visit there to experience the uniquely soothing and therapeutic exercises which are done there, alongside the dazzling natural jungleland, which surrounds and engulfs the place. It is one…
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Green School – William
The Green School, a unique educational establishment scattered across various global locations, which boasts a particularly enchanting campus in Bali. My dad, an advocate of homeschooling, believed that a visit could provide us with new insights into alternative educational practices. Nestled in the heart of a lush jungle, the Green School embraces its surroundings to…
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Tenganan Village – William
High above the sea, nestled into the lush eastern hillsides of Bali, and far away from Ubud, I found myself in the ancient village of Tenganan. The air was thick with the scent of rain; a soft drizzle still hung in the atmosphere, as the puddles of water on the muddy path reflected the half-clear…
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Besakih Temple – William
The scenery gradually transformed as our car ascended steadily towards the majestic Besakih Temple, nestled on the slopes of Mount Agung (an active volcano in Bali). The thinning air carried a crisp and fresh scent which grew more prominent every metre we climbed, a hospitable change from the usual warmth. A few small shops by…
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Pristine Paradise
Bali, a tourist attraction fabled for its uncontaminated culture which it has preserved through countless years. Myriads of tourists flood through the narrow streets to experience the extraordinary and unique culture, a contrast to their commercial life. At every turn of a street, a traditional village can be found. Organic clumps of damp moss coat…
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Fire, Passion, Craft – The World of Balinese Dance
Fire Kacap Dance As we were led into the local villager’s temple, the impending performance kindled an artistic curiosity within me. The dance of rhythm, heat and passion: the captivating Kacap Fire Dance. This dance is based on the ancient text Ramayana, where prince Rama embarks on a perilous mission to rescue his kidnapped wife,…
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Chauvet Cave
Chauvet Cave – Richard, France We started our first day in the Ardeche filled with zing, since the campsite that we nestled in was surrounded by Pont D’arc, where people cramp up to the beach side, doing a variety of different things. For instance, the demanding sport of kayaking, perhaps people racing hither and thither…
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Driving down the east coast
Scotland – William, England Rosslyn chapel Discover Rosslyn chapel’s surprising interpretation of Virtue and Sin. After climbing the last few mountains of the Highlands, we travelled south down to Rosslyn chapel. According to dark, unexpected and shocking legend, the body of Christ was secretly buried underneath the church. Although you might think that this church…
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