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Tulamben means one thing: diving. Ok, and maybe snorkeling - the uppermost part of the famous USAT Liberty wreck dive that lies just off shore is only four meters from the surface. But if you want to really explore the coral encrusted shell of this 120 foot American cargo ship, torpedoed by the Japanese off the coast of Lombok and later scuttl...
Tumpek Wayang is special day devoted to Sang Hyang Iswara, the Lord of Puppeteers, when blessing ceremonies called sudamala conducted by dalang (pupeteers) are performed on all wayang (traditional leather shadow puppets) as well as being a day for mental and physical purification rites for those born during this week. The particular transitional da...
This two-story market situated across from the Ubud Palace and smack dab in the middle of town is a local institution with its elaborate warren of shops and stalls numbering in the hundreds. Looking for local oleh-oleh (souvenirs)? Then look no further. You will find a variety of cottage industry merchandise including sarongs, clo...
The countryside around Ubud is some of the prettiest you'll encounter in Bali. It's also some of the most fertile. Join walk packages and acquaint yourself with the limitless variety of herbs that grow here, many of them with healing properties that are put to use in different kinds of Jamu - Indonesia’s famous spice and herb concoctions. Bes...
This gorgeous palace is set in the center of Ubud, Bali with a traditional art market just in front of it. Ida Tjokorda Putu Kandel who commanded from year 1800 - 1823 founded it. This was the palace of the Kings of Ubud until the 1940s, and some royal descendants live there to this day. Parts of the complex are off limits to the public, but entry ...
