Archives for May, 2008

Ida Wayan Oka Granoka Gong and wife


Bajra Sandhi: Bali
Many Balinese scholars have admitted openly that the esthetic and religious philosophy of Ida Wayan Oka Granoka Gong is simply far beyond their comprehension. His verbose sentences and
esoteric vocabulary pairing Sanskrit words, modern scientific terms and sacred mantras in one sentence have only further confused his listeners and readers.
The late Prof. Dr. I [...]

Candidasa Beach


Candidasa - A tidy well kept, three-km-long tourist retreat and water sport centre of southeast coast, Candidasa is the type of place where you think you will stay for two days but end up staying a week. Candidasa has a godsend quietude and small-village air of friendliness. Candidasa is a perfect blend, everything one would [...]

Silhouette: Tanah Lot Temple


The most popular time to pay a visit to Tanah Lot is late afternoon when the sun begins to settle over the horizon and the temple is silhouetted against the vibrant glow of the sky. The site draws a crowd of travellers’ who come by the bus load to witness this magnificent temple scene against [...]