Pesona friends must be familiar with the greenest area on the Island of Bali, right? That's right, Ubud! Ubud is one of the most famous destinations among tourists because of the natural beauty of the surroundings that is a feast for the eyes. The peace and cool air in Ubud makes anyone who travels here reluctant to go home quickly. The beauty of Ubud is reflected in its lush forests, beautiful hills, and of course the very neat rice fields called Tegallang Rice Terrace or also popularly known as Tegallalang Rice Terrace. These super instagrammable rice fields are terraced rice fields arranged following the traditional Balinese irrigation system called "subak."
Breathing fresh air directly from the green rice fields in the Tegallalang Rice Terraces is suitable as a refreshing break from busy daily activities. For Pesona friends who want to meditate or just calm their souls in the countryside, this place is the answer. Not only is the stretch of terraced rice fields beautiful, but there are also views from Pejeng Village and Campuhan Hill which combine to create a terraced landscape that is truly instagrammable! UNESCO has even designated the beautiful multi-tiered irrigation system "subak" in the Tegallalang Rice Terraces as part of the UNESCO World Heritage List, you know!
Tegallalang is a sub-district that is part of Gianyar Regency and is approximately 8 km from Ubud. So, Pesona Friends can visit the Tegallalang Rice Terraces by driving 15-20 minutes from Ubud. Because the air is cool, the alternative of using a bicycle is also really interesting to try, you know! A destination around the Tegallalang Rice Terraces that is also not to be missed is the Bali Pulina Agrotourism. Bali Pulina Agrotourism or better known as Bali Pulina is a coffee plantation that produces one of the best luwak coffee in Bali which is located close to the Tegallalang Rice Terraces. Here Pesona Friends can see first hand and learn the process of making traditional Balinese Luwak coffee and enjoy the expanse of green and beautiful coffee plantations. If you're here, don't forget to try a cup of luwak coffee with a unique taste that will make you addicted, Pesona Friends. Enjoying a rare view as beautiful as the Tegallalang Rice Terraces is truly addictive! Not just the beautiful green color and freshness of the air, but the rural atmosphere and peaceful nature make for a complete, truly serene package.