Saturday, December 19, 2015
Denpasar is Bali's bustling provincial capital. Some older buildings predate the Dutch invasion of 1906 and there are still some white-walled red-tiled structures dating from colonial times. On the streets can be seen several statues commemorating heroes of Indonesia's struggle for independence. Around the main street, Jalan Gajah Mada, are shop houses built by Chinese, Arab and Indian traders. Shopkeepers from all over Bali buy wholesale here.
Taman Puputan
Puputan translates as "ritual fight to the death", and this large square in the middle of town (once the site of Denpasar's palace) has a huge bronze statue which commemorates the puputan of 1906. The square is much more peaceful these days, and makes for a pleasant green oasis amid the bustle and noise of Denpasar.
Governor's Mansion (across from the square)
A guard allowed us to step inside to take a picture.
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