Discover Ubud, frequently celebrated as Bali's cultural heart, a tranquil retreat in the cool mountains just an hour north of the airport and southern resorts. This traditional town, steeped in royal heritage, is a flourishing center for Balinese arts and crafts. The villages around Ubud, such as Campuhan, Penestanan, Peliatan, and Batuan, are integral to this artistic landscape, each contributing unique crafts and woodcarvings that are available island-wide. Within Ubud, immerse yourself in a vibrant scene featuring countless shops brimming with antiques, woodcarvings, textiles, paintings, and jewelry, alongside some of the nation's premier art museums, numerous art studios, a lively local craft market, and a diverse collection of galleries.