The Ubud Palace: Find the Abundance of Balinese arts and Cultures
If you want to know more about Balinese culture, the Ubud Palace is the one that you should visit to get the answer to your curiosities. Here you can find out the layout of Balinese buildings, historical items, architecture, and Balinese dances effortlessly. Get the details about the Ubud palace down below before you visit it.
The Ubud Palace: Puri Saren Ubud
The Ubud Palace or well-known as Puri Saren Ageng by locals is the palace of the Ubud royal family. But then the Ubud palace was converted as the center of the Ubud government after Tjokorda Putu Kandel passed away. Nowadays it functions as a museum and traditional Balinese art center.
The Ubud palace is the witness to the triumph of the reign of the Ubud Kingdom. The Puri Saren Agung was built during the lordship of King Tjokorda Putu Kandel in 1800-1832. The design and style of this palace are strongly influenced by Hinduism philosophy and made by a local artisan.
Ubud Palace Attraction
Your holiday in Bali is not complete without visiting this historical palace. Apart from the buildings and architecture, historical items from the royal era, literature, arts, and dance performances are just some of the attractions of Puri Saren Agung. Anyway, you will find many instagrammable spots here. If you love photography, you will love this place.
In this palace, you can enjoy Balinese dance performances every day which starts in the evening. The dances that are performed are different each day. Some of the dances performed are Legong, Legong Mahabarata, Keris, and Barong.
According to multiple sources, there are two types of dance performances showcased, namely Legong Dance and Barong Dance. The Legong Dance is performed on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Meanwhile, the Barong Dance takes the stage every Wednesday and Friday. These performances, each unique and rich in cultural heritage, offer a glimpse into the traditional art forms that continue to thrive in the region. Visitors have the opportunity to witness the exquisite costumes, intricate movements, and the captivating storytelling that these dances embody, making them a must-see for anyone interested in the local arts and culture.
The Puri Saren Ageng Buildings
The Ubud palace buildings are divided into three parts, namely the outer area (Jaba Sisi) where visitors enjoy the Ubud arts and cultures. Meanwhile, the middle area (Jaba Tengah), and the back area (Jeroan) are not open for the public to maintain their sacredness. The construction of this palace follows the rules of the layout of traditional Balinese buildings.
When you enter Puri Saren Ageng, you will pass a typical Balinese gate called angkul-angkul. There are also Balinese sculptures on the right and left sides of the entrance which make it more artistic. Beautifully carved wooden doors in golden color give the palace a majestic feel.
How to Go to Ubud Palace
The location of Puri Saren Ageng is very strategic, namely on the main road in the Ubud center. You can locate the Palace by opening this map . It’s pretty easy to reach, only 2 minutes of walking from the Ubud Art Market. If you come from Ngurah Rai International Airport, it only takes about 1 hour of driving with car. Meanwhile from Badung, it takes around 35 minutes and from Gianyar, it takes about 25 minutes to reach the majestic Ubud Palace. The Puri Sareng Ageng opens every day from 8 am to 6 pm. You don’t have to spend a dime to enter this palace. You will only spend your penny when you want to watch the Balinese dance performances. It’s about 100K.
Tips for Visiting Ubud Palace
- Bring and wear your sarong when entering the palace as it is a sacred place. If you forget to bring it, you rent a sarong in the palace area.
- If you want to explore the palace and watch a dance performance, it’s better to come in the late afternoon. The dance performance starts in the evening.
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