Bali as a trading point was known about to the Arabs and Chinese long before Europeans discovered the island. The Chinese were trading with Bali as far back as the 7th Century, referring to it as Paoli (Rice Island). Not having the quality landing points of other islands, or the spices of the Mulukus, Bali […]
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How European trade affected Bali
October 22nd, 2007 · No Comments
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