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Ubud<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Welcome to Ubud<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\ud83c\udfde\ufe0f Ubud: the artistic and mystical soul of Bali<\/strong><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd Location and natural setting<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Located at east-central Bali<\/strong>, Ubud is surrounded by rice terraces<\/strong>, of tropical forests<\/strong>, and of small traditional villages<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
  • At about 200 meters above sea level<\/strong>, it enjoys a slightly cooler climate than the coastal areas.<\/li>\n
  • Far from the beaches, Ubud offers an immersion in the sacred lands<\/strong> from the island of the Gods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \ud83c\udfa8 Arts and cultural center<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Since the 1930s, Ubud has become the home of Balinese and foreign artists<\/strong> : painters, sculptors, writers and dancers settled there.<\/li>\n
    • There are many museums<\/strong>, the art galleries<\/strong>, and the traditional dance performances<\/strong> every evening in temples and palaces.<\/li>\n
    • Art is everywhere: in the wooden sculptures<\/strong>, the batiks<\/strong>, the floral offerings<\/strong>, and even in local cuisine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \ud83e\uddd8\u200d\u2640\ufe0f Spirituality and well-being<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Ubud is also a mecca of yoga<\/strong>, of the meditation<\/strong>, and of the personal development<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      • Dozens of retirement centers<\/strong> offer stays focused on healing, breathing, or silence.<\/li>\n
      • The famous Tirta Empul Temple<\/strong>, nearby, attracts the Balinese for purification rituals in its sacred pools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \ud83c\udf3f Nature and adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • The surroundings of Ubud are full of natural wonders :<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • The Monkey Forest<\/strong> (Monkey Forest<\/em>), a sacred sanctuary populated by macaques.<\/li>\n
          • The Campuhan Ridge Walk<\/strong>, for a sunrise stroll between jungle and hills.<\/li>\n
          • The rice fields of Tegallalang<\/strong>, iconic and photogenic.<\/li>\n
          • Waterfalls<\/strong>, caves and temples hidden in the vegetation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            \ud83d\udecd\ufe0f Local life and crafts<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • The Ubud Market<\/strong> is a vibrant place where you can find handicrafts<\/strong>, the traditional clothing<\/strong>, the silver jewelry<\/strong>, and the local spices<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
            • The Warungs<\/strong> (local restaurants) sit alongside vegetarian cafes, organic bakeries and gourmet restaurants.<\/li>\n
            • The atmosphere is both cosmopolitan<\/strong> and authentic<\/strong>, with a strong presence of travelers in search of meaning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              \ud83d\ude97 Access and atmosphere<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              • At about 1h30 from Denpasar airport<\/strong>, Ubud is easily accessible by car or taxi.<\/li>\n
              • The city center is lively, sometimes crowded, but the surrounding area offers a absolute tranquility<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
              • Despite its popularity, Ubud retains a deep soul<\/strong>, where each stone seems to carry a story.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                \u2728 Why Ubud is so attractive<\/strong><\/p>\n

                It is a place where art, spirituality, nature and culture<\/strong> meet in rare harmony. We come here to recharge our batteries, create, contemplate... and often, we stay longer than expected.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>