Hyderabad, May 16 -- A cultural clash erupted at Pura Tirta Empul, Bali's esteemed Hindu temple on May 11 when an Indian Hindu tourist insisted with a Balinese priest on performing prayers in his own manner, challenging the temple's established customs.

The confrontation escalated, attracting attention from onlookers, some of whom attempted unsuccessfully to intervene.

"Call the police, no problem. There, it is written for pooja you can go inside," the Indian Hindu visitor can be heard saying, to which the Bali priest responds, "Yes, but it is here," pointing to one place inside the temple. However, the Indian tourist was clearly not pleased and wanted to pray in the restricted area.

The argument continued after that, further frustrati...