Bali is one of the to favourite travel destinations for most Indian tourists and also amongst visitors from many more countries! And the main hotspot in Bali is Ubud.
Ubud is not one city, but a centre point of a bunch of villages that are scattered in the central highland area of the island. Therefore, it is that point in Bali, that offers the best access to all major tourist and sightseeing spots in the island.
This Sightseeing in Ubud, Bali thread is specifically for sharing information, locations and ideas around what to see, where to go, what to do in Ubud, Bali by both travellers who have recently visited the Island and those who are planning to make a future visit.
To kickstart this thread, here is a list of a few popular places in Ubud, Bali that are worth visiting:
1. Temples & Palaces:
- Witness traditional dance at Puri Saren Agung (Ubud Palace)
- Marvel at the lotus pond and ornate Saraswati Temple
- Explore the ancient carvings of Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave)
- Visit some of the old, traditional houses in the Ubud town area
- Pray at the Tirta Empul Temple and experience a spiritual cleansing ritual
2. Art & Culture:
- Hunt for treasures at the Ubud Art Market in the town centre
- Immerse yourself in Balinese art at the Neka, ARMA, and Blanco Museums
- Discover unique pieces at local art galleries
- Take a cooking class and learn to make authentic Balinese dishes such as Nasi Goreng or satay!
3. Nature & Adventure:
- Hike through the iconic Tegallalang Rice Terraces
- Meet playful monkeys at the Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest
- Enjoy panoramic views on the Campuhan Ridge Walk
- Find your zen with yoga and spa treatments at one of the many traditional retreats
- Go white-water rafting on the Ayung River
- Bike through picturesque villages such as Penglipuran Village
- Explore the Tegenungan and Leke Leke Waterfalls
Share your latest experiences in exploring these sites and/or other new points of interest in Ubud, Bali as responses/comments on this thread. This will be very helpful to fellow travellers and members of this travel community who are planning a trip to Thailand.
