UBUD

If you are looking for peace and quiet, Ubud is a perfect place for you. It is the cultural heart of Bali in many ways. It's in the cool mountains, just an hour's drive north of the airport. This traditional country town is home to one of Bali's royal families. You can visit the majestic palace in the center of the city. Ubud is also known as a thriving arts and crafts center.
 
Around Ubud, there are many villages such as Campuhan, Penestanan, Peliatan and Batuan. These communities specialize in crafts and wood carving that are sold all over the island. There are hundreds of shops selling antiques, wood carvings, crafts, textiles, paintings and jewelry in Ubud. You will also find some of the best art museums in the country in here. Along Ubud's main street are dozens of art studios, an excellent local craft market and galleries. Ubud is a perfect place to experience spiritual awakening and enlightenment.