Next up was the centre of Balinese art and culture - Ubud.Its a stunningly beautiful place with so many statues,carvings and art galleries.The Dutch started this trend back when they were in charge and the locals have carried it on ...and some ! The vibe is very relaxed and friendly and we were very happy to explore the area for a few days and lounge around in our lovely hotel. Again we explored the area on a moped and took in some scenic rice padi fields and temples. 
The most interesting thing we saw was a cremation where 2 old people were set alight a wonderful ceremony with dancing,music,art and colourful costumes.It was a fascinating insight into a side of Bali that is very far removed from what we had seen in the glamorous and chic Semiyak a few days before.Too bad that a few tourists were shamelessly poking camcorders right into the thick of the action rather than keep a discrete distance.A large procession preceded the burning and it was all rather exciting.Not to mention damn hot !
The most interesting thing we saw was a cremation where 2 old people were set alight a wonderful ceremony with dancing,music,art and colourful costumes.It was a fascinating insight into a side of Bali that is very far removed from what we had seen in the glamorous and chic Semiyak a few days before.Too bad that a few tourists were shamelessly poking camcorders right into the thick of the action rather than keep a discrete distance.A large procession preceded the burning and it was all rather exciting.Not to mention damn hot !
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