Enjoying rows of verdant green terraces that soothe your eyes is one of the best things to do. In Bali, many areas are turned into agricultural land that looks like a painting on a canvas. The natural landscape forms beautiful patterns in layers. Where is the rice field with a unique pattern on the Island of the Gods?
Terraced Rice Fields in Tegalalang
Of course, you often hear of Ubud as a popular area among tourists. Ubud is a place for refreshing, meditation, yoga, and various spas. This area is located in Gianyar Regency, a district known for having beautiful natural scenery. Never fails to amaze anyone.
The natural panorama in Tegalalang has become a popular tourist destination. The hills that are decorated with rows of terraced rice fields, are ready to stun the visitors.
The terraced rice fields are neatly arranged. The distance between plants and the rush of running water is a consolation for visitors. This place is also filled with photographers. If you capture some photos, you will get some beautiful refreshing images. This scene is not possible in urban areas. You can walk along terraced rice fields from the top to the bottom layer.
In Tegalalang, you can chat with local farmers. If you run into those who are sowing rice, then you should say hello. In Bali, terraced paddy fields with layered layers are not only found in Tegalalang. Because there are several regions in Bali that have similar views. But you will get an interesting experience if you go along the rice fields in Tegalalang then capture it with a camera.
In the middle of the rice terraces, there is also a swing spot. Try it. The cool breeze and the green scenery will accompany you. However, in high season, there will be many tourists waiting in line to try to swing. So, be prepared. If you don't want to queue, you can visit this place during low season.
Don't forget to stop by some gift shops that also sell a variety of paintings. You can bring home a view of Tegalalang and display it at your house. If you are tired of going around the terraced rice fields, you can come to one of the restaurants on the edge of the highway. Most restaurants here offer a direct view of the terraced rice fields.
To walk around and enjoy the rice field view in Tegalalang, you only need to pay IDR 15,000 per person and IDR 5,000 for your vehicle. If you visit in the morning, you can feel the warmth of the sun while walking around the rice terraces. Your footsteps will be welcomed by grains of dew.
In the Ubud area, there are also several popular tourist attractions. You can come to the Sacred Monkey Forest, which is the habitat of hundreds of long-tailed macaques. Then shop for souvenirs at the Ubud Art Market, watch Balinese dance performances at night at
Puri Saren Agung, and many other interesting places that you can explore in Ubud.