Notes:
family-run cottage 家族経営の小旅館;
rice paddies 水田;
authentic 真正の
Balinese バリ島住民の
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I went to Bali two years ago. I stayed at a family-run cottage in Ubud, which is famous for its art and rice paddies. There was a small temple for the family at the cottage, and it was fascinating to watch the owner’s Mom praying there every morning. She took me to a morning market to buy something fresh. This gave me an idea of real Balinese life. Her son took me to a restaurant with a view of Mt. Agung where I could enjoy authentic Bali food. I liked the peaceful atmosphere of Bali, and I hope the eruption will end soon. I am praying for the safety of Bali. (by a reader, edited by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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Every year many tourists go to the island of Bali in Indonesia. In fact, it is the most popular place among foreign tourists in Indonesia. It has very beautiful beaches and a unique culture. Now, the tourists who are on Bali have a problem. Mt. Agung is a volcano on the island, and it started to erupt over the weekend. The Bali Airport has closed, so the tourists cannot go home. They don’t know how long they will have to stay on Bali. For the moment, they don’t seem to be in danger because the volcano is far from the tourist areas. (by Prof. Douglas Jarrell)
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