TAMPAK SIRING
The holy spring which bubbles up in the inner courtyard of the
Tirta empul Temple in Tampaksiring is believed to have magic curative
powers, and throngs of people visit the special bathing pools
where clear cool water spouts from mossy walls. Legend has it
that the God Indra created the spring , piercing the ground in
search of holy water.
• GUNUNG KAWI
These 11th century tombs , carved out of the rock face of the
gorge of the Pakrisan river, are approached by a steep descent
through breath- taking rice terrain scennary . Historically, the
tombs probably have some connection with King Anak Wungsu. Across
the gorge are some more impressive tombs that were the resident
meditation caves of the only men who were rhe keepers of the tomb.
While it's possible to visit Ubud in just a day, such a short
trip would barely touch the surface of this extraordinary village.
An interesting mélange of rural Balinese life and modern
services co-exist here. Only 60 minutes from Ngurah Rai airport,
Ubud is close to many of central Bali's major sights. Despite
the fact that visitors may outnumber residents during peak periods,
Ubud retains the atmosphere of a small country community and,
in contrast to the hassle of Kuta, the pace of life is very relaxed.
It's a great place to tour on foot or by bicycle and there's a
wide range of facilities for tourists of all budgets, as well
as beaches 10 km away. For those who enjoy being close to natural
beauty, yet within easy reach of creature comforts, Ubud is ideal.
Prices in US dollars. AC = Air conditioning. Telephone code is
0361.
Gunung Kawi - direct translation is An Ancient Mountain
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