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WANDER
Bali is one of the busiest tourist
hot spots in theworld, but that
doesn’tmean serenity and peace
can’t be found on this beautiful
island.
SarahRees
wanders around
Ubud and discovers an oasis.
T
here
is something about
the vibe of Ubud that just
seeps into your soul. Within
24 hours of arriving in this
beautiful nook of Bali, I
found it difficult to make decisions or
walk faster than an easy, gentle shuffle.
If you seek a holiday of rejuvenation and
relaxation, Ubud is the place for you.
Natural Splendor
Unlike the popular and ‘happening’
tourist beds of Seminyak and Kuta,
Ubud has engaged tourism without
being stifled by it, retaining its unique
charm and rich culture. In this largely
Life
Ubud is awash with examples of
traditional Balinese architecture
and ancient temples
At Ubud Pace
Hindu town, the wonderful friendliness
of the local people is matched only by
the beautiful surroundings, with many
a hotel perched in the midst of paddy
fields and rolling, green land.
Culture is king in this corner of the
island too – Ubud has a reputation for
being a centre of traditional arts and
crafts, which adds a further richness
to the natural splendour of the area.
History and religion take their place here
to further enrich the tourist offering,
with iconic and eye-catching temples
ensuring you can leave enlightened as
well as restored.
If you can lift yourself from the leth-
Culture, religion, history and
nature combine to make
Ubud a fascinating place