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Ubud and the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Bali

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Ubud and the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Bali
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Ubud is Bali's cultural heart, with temples, art markets, yoga retreats, and traditional dance performances in the evenings. The Tegallalang rice terraces, just north, step down a valley among palms; Jatiluwih's UNESCO-listed terraces are larger and quieter.


Visit the Sacred Monkey Forest (watch your belongings) and the water temple of Tirta Empul. Respect temple dress codes: wear a sarong.

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