Joanna James
Today Ubud has grown into one of the best known and frequently visited villages in Bali, and those who love culture and nature will plenty of things to see and do. Read on to find out more!
The village of Ubud is surrounded by lush and fertile land ideal for rice cultivation. As a result, one can find expansive and beautifully tended rice field terraces, that Bali is fast becoming synonymous with! The best known and most popular walk to do in the rice fields is the Campuhan Ridge Walk. This begins at a little side street locale on Jalan Raya Campuhan. The walk will go along the ridge and offer you the opportunity to drink in stunning views of river gorges and rice fields. Some of the best villas in Ubud including the likes of Anantara Ubud Bali Villas will be more than happy to arrange for a walk upon the request of their guests.
The street scenes in Ubud will be a dream for culture lovers. Strikingly despite the mass tourism this village experiences, the locals have steadfastly held on to their daily religious routines. Offerings are placed every day, sometimes several times over the course of the day. If you happen to be visiting during a festival, you will also get a chance to take in the beautifully decorated and lit up streets. Another pleasing point is the people of Ubud tend to dress beautifully in their traditional clothing when making their way to the village temples for prayers and offerings. Some little streets to enjoy a quaint stroll include the Jalan Surgriwa and Jalan Bisma.
If you are a vegan or gluten-free eater, then Ubud is the place for you! Or anyone keen on living a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle for that matter. Over the course of the past few years, several vegan restaurants have sprung up, offering an extensive menu with a wide selection of vegan dishes that will suit any kind of budget. Apart from that traditional warungs in the village offer vegan Indonesian dishes made with fresh local produce.
One of the best things that you can treat yourself to while in Ubud is a visit to a local spa. While spa treatments are offered all over Bali, Ubud's stunning surroundings and prime location makes for a doubly relaxing setting for rest and rejuvenation of mind, body and soul!! You can find some truly beautiful spas in Ubud, some might be set along the river gorge, in a beautiful flower garden or even overlooking the rice field terraces!
No trip to Ubud is complete without factoring in a session of shopping. The best part is that shops, concept stores and kiosks can be found everywhere in the village. These shops sell a wonderful selection of items including jewellery, health products, eco-friendly products and much more.
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