Located on the northeastern fringe of Ubud’s Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Pura Prajapati, known to locals as the Cremation Temple, is far more than just a place of worship. Estimated to have been constructed around 1350AD, it is one of three major temples within the forest complex and plays a critical role in Bali’s intricate death rituals. The Hindu temple honours Hyang Widhi Wasa, the divine spirit that permeates all existence, in the form of Prajapati, the Lord of all b

Built in honour of its namesake Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, wisdom and learning, Pura Taman Saraswati is a graceful water temple nestled in the heart of downtown Ubud. This sacred site blends spiritual reverence with classical Balinese aesthetics, offering a peaceful retreat just steps away from the town’s busy centre.

Also known by locals as Mandala Suci Wenara Wana, the Sacred Monkey Forest is more than just a tourist attraction, it is a living, breathing expression of Balinese Hindu cosmology. Located in the village of Padangtegal in Ubud, this lush 12.5-hectare reserve is home to over 1260 grey-haired long-tailed macaques. But beyond the mischievous antics of its primate residents, the forest houses three ancient temples, centuries-old banyan trees and stone paths shrouded in moss and m

Established in the 8th century by the Indian priest Rsi Markandeya, Gunung Lebah Temple was built as a place of meditation and spiritual retreat. Its location at the confluence of the Wos and Pormin rivers, where they merge to form the sacred Campuhan, was chosen for both its tranquil setting and the potent healing properties of the surrounding flora.

The Ubud Royal Palace, known as Puri Saren Agung, is an iconic historical site in Bali, situated in the heart of Ubud. The palace traces its origins to around 1640 when it was first constructed as a residence for a branch of Ubud's royal family. Over time, it evolved into the majestic structure we see today, largely due to the significant contributions of King Ida Tjokorda Putu Kandel during the early 1800s.

Right in the heart of downtown Ubud near the Puri Lukisan Museum, stands Pura Dalem, a temple steeped in spiritual significance and cultural heritage. As one of the main temples in the area, it plays a vital role in the religious life of the local community, serving as a sacred space for worship, ceremonies and traditional performances.

Carved like emerald steps into Ubud’s natural amphitheatres, locals say the spirit of the rice goddess still watches over the iconic Tegallalang Rice Terrace, blessing the fields with life and balance. Also known as Ceking, the terraces are a large collection of beautiful verdant rice paddies, carved into the hillside by generations of farmers and shaped by centuries of Balinese ingenuity.

Evoking both fear and intrigue, the Balinese divinity known as Rangda stands as a terrifying yet essential force within the island's spiritual and cultural landscape. She is more than just a monstrous figure, she is the embodiment of ultimate darkness, chaos and destruction, the shadow side of the cosmos that cannot be ignored or denied.

Carved into the rock cliffs on both sides of the Pakrisan River, this 11th century temple site and funerary complex is of profound historical and spiritual significance to the Balinese people. The name Gunung Kawi translates to the "Mountain of Poetry" but it is also affectionately referred to as the Valley of the Kings.

Spanning approximately nine kilometres, the famous Campuhan Ridge walk is a narrow spine between the eastern and western branches of Ubud’s Wos Rivers. Literally meaning the ‘joining of the waters’, the Campuhan hamlet meanders through a lush valley hinterland. Dense river ravines quickly give way to an undulating sea of electric green rice fields and a mosaic of cascading terraces around the village of Bangkiang Sidem.

Agung Padangtegal Temple is one of the primary temples located within the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud, Bali. Established in the late 14th century, the temple serves as a key spiritual site for the local community, dedicated primarily to the worship of Hindu deities and various ancestral spirits. It is considered the main temple of the forest complex and plays a central role in religious ceremonies.