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This episode covers the animistic rituals and festivals of Bali, officially Hindu, but with origins in ancient ceremonials practised long before Hinduism came to the island. It opens with the spirit possession of children, said to be the origin of the Legong dance; it continues with possession by pigs, horses and even pots; and concludes with the all-important Barong ritual. This episode includes historical footage of the 1963 eruption of Mount Agung.
First Air Date : Jun 10, 1969
Last Air date : Jun 22, 1969
Episode : 3 Episode
Season : 1 Season
Runtime: 26:14 minutes
Studio: BBC One
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Cast: David Attenborough
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