Monday, February 20, 2012

Indonesia -- Day 11 Candidasa to Kertha Gosa, Klungkung


Today our itinerary from Adventures Abroad stated:

Today we journey from Candidasa to Lovina.
En route we will stop at Penglipuran village, well known for its tidy row of traditional Balinese entrance gates and its unique architectural traditions. The village has also succeeded in preserving its 75-hectare bamboo forest located in the northern part of the village.
We also stop at Kintamani, famous for its view of Mt. Batur and Lake Batur. The whole area around Kintamani is known for its orange groves. After a lunch break here, we continue to Beji Temple (Pura Beji), an excellent example of the colourful architectural style of northern Bali. The temple is famous for its Barong architecture and virtuoso relief carvings.
Our destination is Lovina. a coastal area on the northeastern side of the island containing the small villages of Temukus, Kalibukbuk and Anturan. It is becoming more popular with tourists but remains far quieter than the tourist hotspots of the island's south side. At night the whole fishing fleet is working, their lanterns glowing yellow along the ocean front.
Overnight in Lovina.
Meal plan: Breakfast and dinner. 

Rice Fields, Bali, Indonesia
Notice the honeymoon suite / rest loft

Rice Fields, Bali, Indonesia

 Bali, Indonesia

Food Stall on the side of the road
Bali, Indonesia

Food Stall on the side of the road
Bali, Indonesia

Food Stall on the side of the road
Bali, Indonesia
Bat Temple or  Pura Goa Lawah on the road to Lovina
Bali, Indonesia 
Bat Temple  on the road to Lovina
Bali, Indonesia 

Street life, local stores and people
Bali, Indonesia 
Street life, local stores and people
Bali, Indonesia 

Street life, local stores and people
Bali, Indonesia 

Street life, local stores and people
Bali, Indonesia 
A local building crew
They look very busy, don't you think?
Bali, Indonesia 

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia
Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia


Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

A canang offering
Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

The Painted roof of one of the buldings at
Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,

Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Painted Mural on the wall of a building
Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,

Bali, Indonesia

the ceiling centerpiece
Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,

Bali, Indonesia

canang offerings
Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia


Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia
 Amazing detail work .... imagine what that would cost to recreate today? and to get the gentle coloring and the love of the worness??

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia
 Seriously the patina on these statues is so gorgeous .... I wish I could bottle it !!

Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia
Amazing to see the local women balancing such loads on their heads.


Kertha Gosa and Taman Gili, the Royal Courts of Justice of Klungkung,
Bali, Indonesia

I can't say enough how much I love this country and especially Bali.  I was there back in April of 2001 when the world was "normal".  To go back 10 years later and see that some aspects of life haven't changed and others have improved for the better was very heartwarming.

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