Hidden among the hills of Banjar, Brahmavihara Arama is Bali's largest Buddhist monastery and one of the island's most unexpected spiritual landmarks. Completed in 1970, it sits 300 metres above sea level overlooking rice terraces, clove plantations and the shimmering Bali Sea. Known locally as Vihara Buddha Banjar, the monastery offers a striking reminder that Bali's rich spiritual heritage extends far beyond its famous Hindu temples.

Once buried in the rice fields of Pejeng, Kebo Edan Temple, a 13th-century National Cultural Site, rises as a shadowy Tantric sanctuary where grotesque, skull adorned guardians channel transformative death energy, while a divine standoff unfolds as the crazy bull Nandi confronts Shiva in his blood soaked Bhairawa form, radiating destruction, madness and ecstatic power.

Nestled within the jungle landscapes of Gianyar Regency, Goa Rang Reng Waterfall offers an harmonious blend of natural beauty and cultural significance. Unlike Bali's more frequented falls, this secluded spot remains a hidden gem, for now. Located roughly 30 minutes from downtown Ubud, the journey to these falls meanders through traditional villages and lush rice paddies.

Tucked away in the lush jungles of central Bali, Tibumana Waterfall is a serene escape that feels like stepping into a forgotten world. Unlike the more famous waterfalls of Bali, this hidden gem near Ubud remains relatively untouched, offering visitors a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature’s raw beauty.

Protected by steep, jungled slopes, the remote mountain village of Trunyan rests on the eastern shores of the vast Batur crater lake, at the foot of Mount Abang. The people of Trunyan practice unique and ancient rituals of Animism found nowhere else in Bali, which predates the arrival of Hinduism or Buddhism on the Island of the Gods.

Keramas Beach, located on Bali’s less developed eastern coastline in Gianyar, is known for its striking black volcanic sand and powerful surf breaks. Unlike the bustling beaches of Kuta or Seminyak, Keramas maintains a more secluded atmosphere, drawing a niche crowd of surfers rather than general tourists.