Flowing through Bali’s northern highlands, Munduk Waterfall is more than a natural wonder. Surrounded by forests, clove plantations and jungle cliffs, it is a sacred site where guardian spirits dwell and restless souls are said to linger. Visitors come not only for its refreshing pools but to feel the ancient energy that makes the place alive, watchful and transformative.

Perched 300 meters above Northern Bali’s hills, Brahmavihara Arama is the island’s largest Buddhist monastery, offering breathtaking views over rice terraces and the Bali Sea. Though built in the 1970s, this tranquil sanctuary has quickly become a must-visit spiritual retreat away from the usual tourist paths.

Pura Penataran Sasih, founded in 1266 AD, was once the state temple of the Pejeng kingdom. Set in the fertile Petauan River valley, it reflects Bali’s ancient ties between ritual and agriculture. At its centre lies the Moon of Pejeng, a 2000 year old bronze drum and the largest single-cast of its kind in the world.

On Bali’s southeastern coast, Goa Lawah Bat Cave Temple stands out as a powerful spiritual site where myth and nature collide. With thousands of bats roosting above its shrines, this atmospheric temple offers a raw glimpse into the island’s ancient traditions.

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.