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UBUD MONKEY FOREST                   ANCIENT BALI TEMPLES                WORLD-CLASS SURFING
       Set on over 12 hectares of forest in the village   No holiday to Bali would be complete without   Surfing is a major drawcard for this tourist mecca
       of Padangtegal, the Ubud Monkey Forest is an   visiting some of its peaceful scenic temples   and Bali is home to some of the world’s most epic
       important spiritual, educational and conservation   (pura). Perched atop a rocky outcrop amidst   tubes. The beaches in Kuta and Legian have low,
       centre. There are around 900 Balinese long-tailed   the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean, north   slow waves – perfect for beginners. If you want to
       monkeys roaming freely through the trees and   of Seminyak, you’ll find the most respected and   escape the crowds, head to the quieter beaches
       temples. Watch babies, juveniles and adults feed   important sea temple, Pura Tanah Lot. Further   of Jimbaran or Nusa Lembongan. Advanced
       on bananas and interact with each other. The   afield discover the holiest of temples – Pura   surfers will love Padang Padang, which offers
       forest is home to 186 different species of trees,   Besakih on the slopes of Mount Agung, Pura   consistent waves and regularly hosts international
       including the Banyan Tree and three temples.   Ulun Danu Bratan on the shores of Lake Bratan   surfing events including the Rip Curl Cup. Perhaps
       Pura Dalem Agung – The Main Temple, Pura Beji   and the dramatic Pura Uluwatu. Central Bali is   the most scenic of Bali’s surfing spots is Uluwatu,
       – used for spiritual cleansing and Pura Prajapati –   home to the 11th century Goa Gajah and The   which is known for great quality waves. Bali is the
       located near the cemetery.           Gunung Kawi Temple.                 perfect place to learn to surf or hone your skills.
























       Ubud Monkey Forest                   Pura Ulun Danu Bratan                Kuta


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