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Nestled in the heart of Bali, the Ubud Water Palace, also known as Saraswati Temple (Pura Taman Saraswati), is one of the island’s most enchanting landmarks. It is a large, relatively new temple (pura), built for the Ubud royal family.… Read the rest
The Goa Gajah Temple is one of Bali’s most iconic and ancient archaeological sites. Often referred to as the Elephant Cave, Goa Gajah is located in the village of Bedulu, near Ubud in Bali. We have arrived fresh from lunch at Bebek Joni, a local restaurant specialising in duck dishes only 2 minutes away.… Read the rest
Batuan Temple (Pura Puseh Desa Batuan) is a large temple complex located near Ubud in the south east of the island. We have come here directly from the Barong and Keris Cultural Dance this morning and, allowed to enter only whilst wearing appropriate local dress, we kit up for the occasion.… Read the rest
The Ubud Monkey Forest Sanctuary is a must see destination whilst in Ubud. This important local temple, famed for its monkey inhabitants, has a long history, and according to tradition it’s the monkeys who rule here.
Known locally as Mandala Suci Wenara Wana, the site is home to around 1300 long tailed Balinese macaque monkeys.… Read the rest
A Day Out In Bali could consist of many different sights and attractions. Today we set out to explore the best that Bali’s Bukit Peninsula has to offer.
Our itinerary includes:
It is a great way to spend a day and explore a small but beautiful part of Bali.… Read the rest
The sacred Uluwatu Temple located on the Westernmost point of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula is a must see attraction for any trip to Bali. The temple is complete with free roaming monkeys that are considered sacred and are protected on site.… Read the rest
Having arrived in Nusa Dua, Bali, overnight I wake up to find myself surrounded by a tropical jungle paradise. Opening my eyes to the sparkling day my mum and I dress, and make our way down to the spectacular breakfast buffet.… Read the rest
It’s nearly 10am before we leave the apartment headed for Victoria Peak. So much for my daily schedule. Though I shouldn’t be too hard on us, we’re all exhausted after the Thursday night flight and did quite well to get through our arrival and first afternoon in Hong Kong relatively unscathed.… Read the rest