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While in Ubud Where to Stay For those seeking something more audacious, the landscape lends itself to a wide range of outdoor excursions. The Goa Gajah, also known as the Elephant Cave, contains both Hindu and Buddhist imagery. In addition, it's said that the entrance to Goa Gajah also inspired Lempad's design of the temple. Included on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in 1995, the sanctuary was likely built in the 11th century Bali Kingdom. The origins of the cave are unclear, however, the popular folklore surrounding this cave is tied to the legendary giant Kebo Iwa. The Puri Lukisan Museum, the oldest art museum in Bali, is home to the finest collection of modern and traditional Balinese paintings and wood carvings. Its contents span from the Pre-Independence War (1930–1945) to the Post-Independence War (1945 – present) era. The museum hosts seasonal workshops ranging from basketry to tradition Balinese dance. A true reservoir for cultural activation. One hour south of Ubud, and perched atop distinctive rock formations along Jimbaran's pristine sunset coast, is the Rock Bar. The bar features a luscious atmosphere and is hailed as the island's most popular sunset, cocktail and entertainment venue. Visitors can enjoy the dancefloor as the DJ's intensify the night experience from a custom DJ booth engraved into the cliffside. Patrons adhere to rather strict eveningwear so as to maintain the glamorous sunset vibe. The Rock Bar also showcases unparalleled views from nearly 50 feet above the Indian Ocean. Despite the island's small size, the Temple is a great stopover during leisurely walks through the town of Ubud. Just an eight- minute walk from the Pura Taman Saraswati Temple is the Kamandalu Resort, a five-star refuge. The name "Kamandalu" is adopted from the sacred Sanskrit language, referring to a vessel that holds holy water. The resort enjoys exclusive luxury accommodations with Ubud's vernacular landscape of lofty rice terraces, natural stone finishes and indigenous grass rooftops. Nature paths also surround the site and provide access to the lush greenery that blankets the immediate area. Within easy walking distance, the local villages sustain traditional artistic styles of painting, wood carving, handicrafts, dance and music. Villas are decked with traditional outdoor daybeds and free-form pools. Kamandalu also has one of the largest swimming pools in Ubud, equipped with a swim-up bar serving a full selection of exotic cocktails, afternoon tea and other pleasures. The resort encapsulates the peacefulness of Ubud, inspiring travelers to unwind and forget about the constraints of time. @donnamodanj 68 Westwood Ave, Westwood NJ 07675 201.594.0900 • info@donnamodanj.com

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