Ubud Through Rice Fields

Trekking, Cycling and Riding a scooter around Ubud isn’t complete without see the rice fields in Ubud. A very interesting route to follow for trekking, cycling and riding a scooter through the rice fields in Ubud, Bali. Here is the area you might to see in Ubud. Where to go to see the rice fields in Ubud? From Ubud Market (Jalan Raya Ubud) go to the west direction around 300 meters you will see Abangan Bungalow signboard.   turn right onto the road climbs, follow the street left of the lobby Abangan Bungalow, than entering the small alley to rice fields. This...

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Cycling in Ubud

A short Cycling Route in Ubud area to see something interesting like tourist attractive destination see the Heron birds in Petulu Village, see some rice fields near Ubud. Here is the route you can follow : From Ubud (Jalan Raya Ubud) start cycling to East direction than will see the big Arjuna statue with arrow at the traffic light turn to Left. that is Jalan Raya Andong, there are many handicraft shops along the right and left side of the road. Follow the road up to see Bali Khrisna Cargo at the left side of the road than turn to left entering Petulu Village.Petulu Village is famous...

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ATM and Bank in Ubud

Here is some information about Bank and ATM (automated teller machine) or "Cash machine" located in Ubud area.    Be careful if your card stuck in the ATM machine, better use an ATM that located in front of the Bank and use your card on Bank office hour, because if there is a problem with your card or problem with ATM machine you can directly go to the Bank and ask for help. Below is the map will help traveler to easy find an ATM (automated teller machine) or "Cash machine" and Bank located in Ubud area. Red Marker = ATM only Blue Marker = Bank + ATM View...

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Penataran Sasih Temple

Name of Sasih associated with the presence resembling bronze drum found in the penataran sasih temple, which is considered as the moon that falls from the sky. Society considers that the bronze drum is a manifestation of God or Lord foundation, so that people believe in and call the bronze drum as Ratu Sasih, the Goddess of the moon. Pura Penataran Sasih Historical review of Penataran Sasih temple can be expressions based on several ancient relics found in the temple, namely: the bronze drum, pragmen (the inscriptions from the 10th AD century) and the statue put on Candrasengkala...

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Museum Purbakala Bali

As its name, the Archeological Museum (Museum Purbakala) serves to store a variety of objects of cultural heritage from prehistoric to historic times. These objects are all derived from conservation in Bali itself. Built on land with an area of approximately 5165 meters and is divided into three parts namely the outer, middle, and inner.  There are at least nine hall in the courtyard outside of the museum is used for a meeting room. And in the central courtyard serves to store and display of ancient objects from the museum's contents. Various collections of historical and pre historical...

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Taman Ayun Temple

Taman Ayun temple is a mother temple (Paibon) for the Kingdom of Mengwi, in Bali. Surrounded by fish ponds so that at the time in this place as if it were in the middle of the lake, built in the 17th century (supposedly built in 1634) by Tjokerda Sakti Blambangan  the first king of the Kingdom of Mengwi with architects from china.  Originally the temple was founded by pretending that it is available when the distance is too far to reach by public Mengwi. Location of Taman Ayun Temple is in the Village Mengwi Badung regency, Bali, located approximately 18 Kilometers north direction...

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Monkey Forest Ubud

The Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal is owned by the village of Padangtegal. Village members serve on the Sacred Monkey Forest's governing council (The Padangtegal Wenara Wana Foundation).  The Padangtegal Wenara Wana Foundation has historically strived to develop and implement management objectives that will both maintain the sacred integrity of the monkey forest in Ubud and promote the monkey forest ubud as a sacred site that is open to visitors from around the world. the Monkey In 1986, only 800 people per month (on average) were visiting the Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal....

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Museum Puri Lukisan

When the high quality of Balinese art became worldly recognized, more and more Balinese artworks disappeared to other parts of Indonesia and foreign countries. Thus, the fear among the Balinese people, and also Rudolf Bonnet (a Dutch painter, 1895-1978), raised that the most precious art would be lost forever and would never come back to its origin. Another need among the artists was to improve their skills without losing their own identity as Balinese artists.                              1936The...

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Antonio Blanco Museum

Blanco, arguably the most famous and successful artist to ever live in Bali, built his magnificent studio on top of a mountain overlooking the Campuan River. This flamboyant building, a unique blend of Balinese architecture imbued with the spirit of his native Spain, houses an interesting collection of works drawn from different periods of his long career.  During his life it was visited daily by hundreds of people from all over the world. The artist, full of "Catalan charisma," earned himself the sobriquet "The Fabulous Blanco," an expression that mirrored his talent for creativity Antonio...

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Agung Rai Museum of Art

As one who has lived in and been involved with the world of art, particularly the art of painting, my love for that world has grown daily. My interest and dedication increased dramatically after seeing the collections of two museums in Bali, the Puri Lukisan Museum and the Neka Museum. The identity and individuality of each of these museums is truly reflected by their unique settings and distinctive collections. Arma Through the good fortune I experienced in the world of art, I have had the opportunity to collect paintings that I feel are complementary to and congruent with the collections...

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Museum Rudana

A Museum With A Comprehensive Paradigm Rudana Museum is a museum that was conceptualized, built and developed with a comprehensive paradigm. By occupying the building that was specially designed as a museum, Museum Rudana incorporates the sacred philosophy (holy), where each building in this Museum carries symbols of human devotion to God the mighty Creator. Museum Rudana The concept of Museum Rudana as a sacred spatial structure was created by its Founder, Museum Rudana. Nyoman Rudana. With the concept of Tri Hita Karana, he envisioned a building that combines spatial, environment:...

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Neka Art Museum

The Neka Art Museum collection is displayed in several buildings patterned after Balinese architecture. The main structures are for the permanent display of the government registered collection. Another building is used for temporary exhibitions.  The Neka Art Museum has achieved high standards as a museum of international standing. By July of 1997 it covered an area of 9150 square meters, with 2580 square meters of floor space. The buildings are well maintained and the artworks are displayed and organized historically. The collection continues to grow over the years with over three -...

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Tegallalang

Tegallalang is in Gianyar regency, located to the north of Ubud around 20 minutes from Ubud. This area is famous for its rice terraces. There are also many tourists who want to Kintamani stopped at this place to witness the scenic beauty of the rice terrace or lunch at a restaurant to enjoy the beautiful views of rice terrace. Rice Terrace Tegallalang Rice Terrace Tegallalang Rice Terrace Tegallalang Beside the beautiful views of rice terrace, Tegallalang also a business destination for handicraft items because along the way there are hundreds of shops selling handicraft items...

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Bangli

Bali houses Pura Kehen, Bali's second largest temple. The temple has three courtyards connected by steps, and is decorated with carvings and statues.  A large banyan tree shades the lowest and second courtyards. Pura Kehen Bangli Map Pura Kehe...

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Jatiluwih

(on the main Sangeh to Bedugul road turn west towards Tabanan about 8 km before you reach Bedugul. Follow the Jatiluwih signs and you will reach the pay booth.).  A startlingly beautiful area of verdant, terraced rice paddies nestled in the shadow of Mount Batukaru.  Take your time and explore thoroughly. There are a number hikes thorough truly stunning terrain. When you have had your fill there are a couple of cafes for refreshment (and yet more views). Jatiluwih Jatiluwi...

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Bedugul

This mountain resort has a fantastic golf course and has long been used as a weekend retreat by the Balinese.  Here lies the serene Danau Bratan, a lake often veiled with mist. A temple was built in honor of the goddess of the lake, Dewi Danau. Pura Ulun Danu Bratan rises from the lakeshore promontory and seems to rise from within Danau Bratan itself.  The area is excellent for walking, water skiing, and parasailing. Boats are available for rent. Bali Treetop Adventure Park, at the Botanical Gardens The park includes six main circuits that stretch from tree to tree, as...

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