Indonesia: Bali & Flores
The Bedugul temple on Lake Beratan in the highlands of Bali make for
the definitive postcard picture of Bali, complete with the frequent low
clouds, but in reality, its diminutive size makes it less impressive in
person.
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The royal family tombs at
Mengwi temple contain a dazzling array of Balinese style towers.
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Shortly after embarking on a 12 km walk
from the city of Bajawa to the village of Bena, I managed to hail down
this passenger truck carrying villagers home from the morning market in
Bajawa. When I got on, the truck was so full that some passengers
were even sitting out on the edge of the lowered back door flap.
The friendly Florenese quickly made space for me, and by the time I got
off, the few remaining passengers bade me a smiling farewell.
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The village of Bena may now be quite
touristy, but it remains the most beautifully preserved and authentic
example of Florenese traditional architecture. Its setting
amongst towering volcanoes adds to the sense of drama.
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This 3 metre long Komodo dragon was
sauntering about not far from the park entrance headquarters on Rinca
island. They are generally docile and not afraid of people.
Visitors should not approach too closely though. They kill by
jumping up and biting the necks of their victims (typically water
buffaloes). The last killed tourist, an elderly Swiss man, prompted
park authorities to oblige visitors to be accompanied by a ranger.