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On the island of Bali, there are more temples than houses. According to some estimates, there are at least 50,000 temples.

At first, it's hard to believe, but temples in Bali are literally everywhere.

Shopping in Bali has made a huge leap in the last couple of years: the island has finally stopped being a place where you had to fly to Singapore for brands. Today, Bali’s malls are not just rows of s…

Imagine stepping out with your morning coffee onto your balcony, with all of Canggu at your feet. From the 45th floor, there’s no sound of bikes or roosters, only vibrant kites floating beside you…

Nusa Lembongan is a small island off the south-east coast of Bali. It has two closest neighbours: Nusa Ceningan, across a narrow channel and connected by a suspension bridge, and the impressive Nusa P…

The split gates, known as «Candi Bentar,» are one of the most classic visual symbols of Bali.

Candi Bentar gates are usually found at the entrances to religious structures, royal palaces, or cemeteries. However, in recent times, more secular places incorporate Candi Bentar into their architect…

What images come to mind when you think of Bali? Pictures of a tropical paradise? The Island of the Gods is quite a popular tourist destination, and anyone who’s been to Bali will tell you that it’s i…

In Bali, one of the most high-profile changes to planning rules in recent years is being discussed — a possible increase in the permitted building height from the usual 15 metres to 45.

Java is one of the most dynamic islands in the world. Something is happening here every single month—candlelit ritual processions, batik costume parades, trance dances in remote villages, jazz concert…

Taman Ujung Water Palace

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Taman Ujung was built in 1909 by the last king of Karangasem, I Gusti Bagus Jelantik, also known as Anak Agung Agung Ketut Karangasem Anglurah. He ruled from 1909 to 1945.