Those who happen to be holidaying in Bali will always be spoilt for options in terms of things to do and places to visit. However if one is seeking an adrenaline rush then why not try out some canyoning? Choose an Ubud hotel from where you can be based during your adventures in Bali. Alila Ubud Bali with its popular Ubud accommodation options will prove to be a good choice of stay.
Head over to Tamata found in Kintamani where you can experience the sights and sounds of the jungle which will lead you to the Tamata gorge. Here you can jump off midway from the canyon and feel the thrills of an unforgettable adventure. Additionally the Kalimudah canyon serves nestled north of Bali is one of the more challenging of descents. The water slides, rappels and jumps are second to none while its lush flora and warm springs would be the ideal treat to your holiday in the outdoors. Be greeted by the wilds of Tukad Hijau that surround this steep canyon. With a beautiful cascade to enjoy one may also choose to trek on a river and into the heart of the tropical jungle.
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Moon of Pejeng
Bali is one of Indonesia’s most vibrant and culturally rich islands. It sees millions of visitors every year, all clamouring to participate in, partake of and appreciate all the festivals, shopping, beaches, entertainment and surroundings. A unique town for the adventure-seeker is Ubud, and lodging comes in the form of eclectic Ubud accommodation such as the Alila Ubud Bali whose elegant interiors and stylish amenities are a treat to experience. Of the many accommodation options, it is a superb Ubud hotel that pampers guests with warm island hospitality. Bali is home to many ancient and intriguing artefacts, of which one is the Moon of Pejeng, otherwise known as the world’s largest single cast bronze kettle drum in the world. It is the biggest surviving relic derived from Southeast Asia’s Bronze Age period, and is considered to be a highly sacred monument to the local people. It is believed that the drum was used in early rituals for rice cultivation. It is 186.6 metres in length and the dynamo of the tympano is 160 centimetres in diameter. It is housed at the Pura Penataran Asih Temple in the Petauan River Valley, which is where complex rice irrigation first started in the country, originating in South Bali. The drum is almost two thousand years old and was constructed by the Dong Son people. It is the largest and most complete example of the Pejeng drums found in Bali and Java and is a fine spectacle of the country’s illustrious past to behold.
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Payangan Countryside Trek- Explore Bali
Bali is all about rest, relaxation and simple country side living. For those who visit Bali, there is much that one can do to relax and rejuvenate and also to enjoy the island’s unique beauty and surroundings.
Amongst the many activities that the tourists opt to do here, Payangan Countryside Treks take a special place. The excitement and the experience of walking through lush green country side, trekking through paddy fields, local farm yards and Balinese compounds are once in a lifetime experience for many who find these settings simply out of this world. All you will see is greenery around you which ranges from banana plantations, forests, typical Balinese landscape and waterfalls. At the end of an exhilarating walk, what better way to unwind and relax than to enjoy a traditional Balinese massage? All these are some of the amazing experiences that you would come across during a walk in the Payangan Countryside.
The region is blessed with beautiful scenery, largely untouched and un-spoilt by human civilization, the settings are calm and quiet with only the sound of the wind and the friendly smiles of the villagers is all you’d come across during your treks. It is a perfect getaway for those who are looking for a secluded holiday. It is an ideal setting for honeymooners and couples, or even families with young kids to familiarize the young ones with a different way of life and nature in all its glory. It is completely away from the rest of the world and this is truly the kind of place where you go to switch off the phone, forget about e mails and just enjoy the best that nature has to give you. Breathe in the fresh air and listening to the singing of tropical birds and enjoy a few hours in paradise.
For those who are looking for rest, relaxation and a holiday to simply pamper yourself and your family, this is the place to go to. There are many beautiful Ubud hotel that one can choose from depending on the kind of holiday that one envisages to have. Ubud accommodation options are truly varied. One great place that you would come across is Alila Ubud Bali. Located on a hillock close to the Ayung River valley it is a combination of the new and the old. This place would surely guaranty you a blissful holiday.
Elephant Cave in Ubud
Within the exotic city of Ubud, is a location that takes you way back in time to the amazing history, art and skill of the yesteryears of Ubud. It is called Goa Gajah; the Elephant Cave.
Goa Gajah is found in a steep valley just on the outskirts of Ubud. It is truly an intriguing wonderwork that has so beautifully been restored. It came to life over 700 years ago and only somewhere in the 1920’s it was rediscovered. It took another 30 years for the elephant cave to be fully excavated. The Elephant cave has deep rooted religious significance. Throughout the structure you will find an array of different shapes of demons, large and small with a number of different expressions. At the entrance of the cave you will see an enormous menacing face. This face somewhat resembles an elephant especially with the hair and the trunk like structure at the face that looks as though it is over its ear to the right. These similarities are what gave rise to the name ‘Elephant Cave’. Around this historical monument you can sense an essence of the past. The structures still looks very much intact and the craftsmanship on the sculptures seems so authentic and full of talent. Just in front of this very intriguing cave there are large rectangular bathing pools with massive gushing water fountains. All with a subtle charm of Ubud 700 years ago. For a wholesome and informative experience of the Elephant Cave, visit the location with a tour guide. These tour guides give you a wealth of important information about this era in Ubud at a very reasonable and nominal fee.
Among places to stay in Ubud, the Alila Ubud is by far the most popular. Facilities in Alila Ubud Bali are absolutely extraordinary. There is a simple charm about this hotel that is accentuated by a friendly staff and delicious cuisine. This Ubud hotelhas been a favorite for many years now. For an Ubud accommodation that is wholesome in everything you are looking for, choose Alila Ubud Bali, and you are sure to love it.