Central Bali is a diverse region defined by mountainous highlands in the north, the green rice terraces of Belimbing to the west, and the vibrant cultural hub of Ubud to the southeast.
The Badung regency stretches all the way to the southern peninsula, encompassing Bali’s most famous beach destinations.
This pages gives a few options of in this part of the island.
This is only a small selection of options and more will be added in the future :
Pupuan
This is a scenic highland village located within the Tabanan region. Its main features are expansive emerald rice terraces, high-quality coffee and cacao plantations, and the beautiful Vihara Dharma Giri temple featuring a massive sleeping Buddha statue.
Belimbing
This is a authentic agricultural destination. Its main features are sweeping, layered rice terraces rolling along the hillsides, local cacao and coffee plantations and a dramatic backdrop of Mount Batukaru.
Jatiluwih
This is a world-famous agricultural area. Its main features are massive, sprawling emerald rice terraces designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, traditional Subak irrigation systems and majestic views of Mount Batukaru. There are several options for hiking through the rice fields, but you can also make a nice e-bike tour through the area.
Batukaru temple
This is a deeply spiritual and sacred Hindu temple complex located in Wongaya Gede Village. Its main features are ancient stone shrines covered in green moss, a peaceful mist-covered holy lake, and a dense, lush rainforest backdrop on the misty slopes of Mount Batukaru.
Sangeh Monkey forest
This is a sacred nature sanctuary located in Sangeh Village. Located in a dense forest of towering nutmeg trees, hundreds of free-roaming grey long-tailed macaques and the ancient Pura Bukit Sari temple tucked deep inside the woods.
Taman Ayun Temple
A historic, majestic royal temple complex located in Mengiwi Village. Its main features are a beautiful defensive moat resembling a water garden, multi-tiered thatched shrines, and beautifully manicured courtyard gardens.
Tegalalang rice terrace
This is a agricultural destination located in Tegalalang Village. Its main features are steeply terraced emerald hillsides, iconic giant valley swings, and scenic walking trails that showcase traditional Balinese farming culture.
Abian Desa Rice terrace
This is a scenic, well-organized agricultural destination located in Kedisan Village. Its main features are a quieter, more relaxed loop of the famous Tegallalang rice terraces, epic jungle swings, a zip line, and sky bikes with panoramic valley views.
Pura Mengening
This is a peaceful, historic water temple located in Tampaksiring Village. Its main features are crystal-clear natural springs, separate open-air stone bathing pools for men and women, and a quiet, authentic atmosphere for Melukat purification rituals.
Gunung Kawi
This is a majestic 11th-century archaeological site located in Tampaksiring Village. Its main features are ten massive funeral shrines carved directly into sheer cliff faces, beautiful surrounding rice terraces and a peaceful river valley.
Gunung Kawi Sebatu
A serene, beautifully manicured water temple located in Sebatu Village. Its main features are crystal-clear mountain springs, elegant stone pools filled with giant koi fish, and floating shrines nestled inside a lush jungle valley.
Taman Sari Waterfall & Natural Pool
This is a scenic hidden oasis located in Bakbakan. Its main features are a beautiful two-tiered cascading waterfall, clear emerald natural pools deep enough for a proper swim, and an easy jungle trail descent.
Yeh Pulu
A historic 14th-century archaeological site located in Bedulu Village. Its main features are a twenty-five-meter-long cliff face covered in ancient stone carvings, a quiet freshwater spring, and peaceful surrounding rice fields.
Goa Gajah
A 9th-century cave temple located in Bedulu Village. Its main features are a menacing demon-faced cave entrance carved into rock, massive ancient bathing pools with female stone fountains, and peaceful jungle walking trails.
Tanah Lot
This is a world-famous offshore Hindu temple complex located in Beraban Village. Its main features are a dramatic wave-swept rock formation sitting directly out at sea, panoramic sunset viewpoints, and a sacred holy cave spring.
Uluwatu temple
A cliffside Hindu temple located in Pecatu Village. The main features are a dramatic seventy-meter-tall sea cliff drop, an ancient stone archaeological complex inhabited by wild monkeys, and a panoramic open-air amphitheater hosting daily Kecak fire dances at sunset.
Kecak Dance at Pura Uluwatu
The famous cultural performance held daily at sunset within the cliffside Uluwatu Temple complex in Pecatu Village. A massive chorus of over fifty chanting men, spectacular fire stunts, and a dramatic open-air amphitheater perched high above the ocean waves.
Beaches of Uluwatu
A collection of coastal destinations located in Pecatu Village. Their main features are dramatic limestone cliffs, famous world-class surf breaks, and hidden white-sand coves like Padang Padang.
GWK Cultural Park
This is a massive cultural park located in Ungasan Village. The main feature is the monumental 121-meter-tall Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue. There are majestic carved limestone cliff plazas, and an outdoor amphitheater hosting hourly Balinese dance performances.
Turtle Conservation and Education Centre on Serangan
This is a legitimate wildlife sanctuary located in Serangan Village. Its main features are rehabilitation pools for rescued sea turtles, a protected egg incubation hatchery, and seasonal baby turtle adoption programs that allow visitors to release hatchlings back into the ocean.
Kedonganan Fish market
A bustling coastal market located in Kedonganan Village, here you buy your fresh seafood and go to one of the many beachside warungs where local chefs grill your food.
Pantai Kelan
A scenic white-sand beach located in Tuban Village. Its main features are panoramic sunset views directly adjacent to the airport runway, a line of authentic beachside seafood cafes, and traditional colorful outrigger boats lined up along the calm shore.
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