Indonesia has such a fascinating religious history, something I wanted to explore whist I was out there. Bali, The Island of the Gods, has been inhabited since 2000 BC. It is the only predominantly Hindu island in Indonesia, the others being primarily Muslim. Hindu symbolism is evident throughout the island, and is very much at the centre of every day life.

Canang sari is one of the daily offerings made by Balinese Hindus to thank the Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa in praise and prayer. Every home, every business, every place of worship puts of sari multiple times a day. They are little woven grass baskets, filled with flowers, petals and incense. Continue reading →