Mas, Bali

Mas is a village in the Gianyar regency in Central Bali. It has a thriving cottage industry for producing wood sculptures and topeng, or mask. The artisans in Mas have been doing this craft for a few generations.

There is a temple in Mas, Pura Taman Pule, which honors the famous Hindu priest of the Majapahit period, Dang Hyang Nirartha. During the temple's feast day, Brahmans - many of whom are wood sculpturing craftsmen - come from all over Bali to honor Nirartha, their ancestor. The tree within the compound of the temple is considered sacred, and during feast days, are dressed up in ceremonial colors.

Visitors to Pura Taman Pule can get an opportunity of witnessing a performance of the wayang wong during these feast days.

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