What is Ubud Known for?, Popular Places In Ubud
Hi travelers! Are you curious about instagramable places that you often see on Instagram searches? Make no mistake, the island of Bali is included in one of them. So, if you will come to visit the island of Bali, prepare an empty space on your mobile or camera memory.
The island of Bali that we know as a king of island certainly has a natural beauty that is presented very nicely. Some areas on the island of Bali also have their own peculiarities, as in the tourist area of Ubud. It seems that in one tourist area of Ubud we can find many tourist destinations, ranging from natural panoramas, art centers, fitness centers, culinary centers to luxury hotels.
Ubud tourist area is located right in the middle of the city of Bali, this location is very well known by tourists. This area is the main attraction for visitors, because it turns out Bali does not only have beauty on the beach or the sea, but also the beauty of the forests and rice fields, precisely in the area of Ubud.
Well, for those of you who are curious about any tourist destinations that are often visited by tourists in Ubud, we will present the following information, Let ‘s check it!
Favorite Culinary Attractions
1. Pod Chocolate Factory & Cafe
Pod Chocolate Factory & Cafe is a world-class chocolate factory that is quite famous in Ubud. This chocolate factory is located in JL Tukad Ayung, Carangsari, Petang, Badung, Bali. here you can see directly the process of making chocolate from beginning to end. There are several brands of chocolate produced here, including Pod bites, Artisan Bars, Palm Nectar Dark Chocolate, etc.
2. Bali Pulina
Bali Pulina Coffee is a typical cocoa and coffee plantation in Bali. This place is quite well known by coffee lovers around the world. Here there is also the process of making civet coffee, starting from when eaten by mongoose animals to become ready-made fine coffee granules. If you want to enjoy it directly then you have to prepare IDR 50,000 per cup.
3. Balinese Cooking Class
It is not uncommon for foreign tourists who come to visit Indonesia, especially Bali, just to be able to taste Balinese snacks. Then of course, will be an attraction for tourists for the presence of Balinese Cooking Class. This cooking course is intended for tourists who want to learn how to make Balinese specialties or other Indonesian specialties. Like fried rice, gado-gado, etc. If you are interested, you can visit Paon Bali on Jl. Raya Laplapan, Petulu, Ubud.
Instagramable Travel Destinations
1. Goa Gajah
Elephant Cave is actually a Buddhist place of worship to worship monks located in Bedulu Village, Blahbatuh subdistrict, Gianyar. Elephant Cave is still very impressed with its very artistic building, you can find a collection of statues that emit gurgling water, 2 guard statues at the entrance, a niche where people meditate, and 7 widyadara statues that hold holy water. The rate charged to enter the Elephant Cave is only IDR 7,000.
2. Ubud Monkey Forest
Like a protected forest in general, Ubud Monkey Forest is famous because it is also a habitat for monkeys. Here you can interact directly with the monkeys who are used to dealing directly with visitors. The monkeys will immediately approach the visitors who are ready with the provisions of ape food in his hand. You also do not need to worry, because along the location of Ubud Monkey Forest is also supervised by officers to deal with things that do not want.
3. Tegalalang Rice Terrace
Tegalalang is a village that is now famous for its views of its terraced rice fields. This place is known for its sloping terraces. The green expanse of rice fields as wide as the eye can see is of course often the target of photographers. On the edge of the rice fields there are also several food and beverage vendors, so you can enjoy the beauty of the rice fields while spending food and drinks on the edge of the rice fields.
Famous Sports Center
1. Ayung River Rafting
For those of you who love adrenaline water sports, then you should try the fun of playing Rafting on the Ayung River. Sungai Arung has 2 categories, namely class II and class III, this depends on the amount of current in each class. The scenery around the Ayung River is also very beautiful and natural, thus you can enjoy rafting while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding panorama.
Luxury Hotels In Ubud
1. Hanging Gardens Of Bali
There are lots of inns in Bali, one of which is the Hanging Gardens of Bali hotel. This International class hotel has a natural concept with beautiful forests and rice fields. The hotel is also complete with various other facilities such as places spa, swimming pool, etc.
Center For Arts And Culture In Ubud
1. Puri Ubud
Ubud Castle is a historical heritage of the former royal palace of Ubud. This castle is still maintained, its existence is complete with traditional houses around the palace. Now puri Ubud is better known as an art performance place like Barong Ubud dance.
2. Antonio Blanco Museum
This museum is a place that displays the heritage of the work of a famous Spanish painter, Antonio Blanco. He founded this museum on the basis of his interest in all elements of art in Balinese life. the painter’s work finally attracted the attention of local and foreign tourists. Now the museum is managed by Antonio’s son Mario Blanco.
3. Ubud Art Market
Ubud Art Market is an art market that sells various needs and souvenirs that can be carried by tourists. Here you can also find various antiques or Balinese specialties. of course you have to have expertise in bargaining in order to get the desired item at low prices.
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This market is open from 06.00 – 18.00 WITA, if you want to visit the Art market with conditions that are not too crowded, then come in the morning.
4. Agung Rai Museum Of Art (ARMA)
Agung Rai Art Museum is a museum designed with Balinese buildings. Inside there are some works in the form of carved sculptures, even though they are artistic, there are also gardens around the museum with the beauty of lilies and orchids that are neat.
Well, from various information on popular places that are usually visited by tourists, you can begin to determine which places you want to visit first. Have a nice vacation and have a nice day. Happy vacation!