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Pasar Burung / Bird Market

by Rahman

What is a city without the traffic; certainly, as the island’s capital, Denpasar doesn’t lack this element. However, traffic is not the only thing decorating the city, as museums, parks, monuments and colorful traditional markets are also making the city worth a visit. Anyway, of all the attractions found in Denpasar, Pasar Burung is probably the kind that can add a different experience during your holiday in Bali.  As the name suggests, Pasar Burung (bird market) in Denpasar is a noisy yet colorful market selling a wide range of birds and other small animals such as dogs, cats, monkeys, squirrels, fishes and even bats and geckos. Although not really aimed as a tourist destination, the bird market is starting to attract attention of the visitors. While observing the animals for sale in the market can make a good sightseeing, a lot of tourists find the market as an equally good place to buy ocean jewelries and herbal cures. Pasar Burung is located off Veteran Street in Denpasar, some 300 meters from the landmark “Catur Muka” (statue with four faces).

This article is published in THE MAG 23 / FEB-MAR.
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