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Bali, Indonesia
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Central Bali is a mountainous area in Bali, mostly popular for its art, culture, temples and lakes.
By bus
Budget travellers are urged to check the services of Perama whose network covers some of the main areas of interest in Central Bali. There are Perama offices in Kuta, Sanur, Ubud and Bedugul.
This is a large region with few taxis and also Go-car and Grab are not easy to find. Most visitors get around by renting a car with or without a driver or a motorbike.
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Kuta, Badung · International · DPS
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Tabanan is a town in Central Bali.
Ubud, a town in central Bali of around 75,000 people (2020), is regarded as the cultural centre of Bali. It is famous as an arts and crafts hub, and much of the town and nearby villages seems to consist of artists' workshops and galleries.
Bedugul is a village and surrounding rural area in the mountain range of Central Bali.
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