Ubud

Ubud is a place where traditional Balinese culture imbues every waking moment, colorful offerings adorn the streets, and the hypnotic strains of gamelan are an ever-present soundtrack to everyday life.

Lotus ponds in front of Pura Taman Saraswati Temple in Ubud, Bali.

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