Budakeling

Budakeling or Budha Keling is a village area in East Bali, east of Besakih and north of Candidasa. The village is located at the epicentre of the East Bali.

Understand
Budakeling is a small village south of Mount Agung, about 10 minutes to the west of Tirta Gangga, almost half way to Amed, the village is the center point of tourist destination point of East Bali. Budakeling is widely used though to refer to the Balinese Hindu community with Buddhist syncretism. In addition, there is a Muslim community, which can be said to be a multi-cultural and multi-religious village.

In the village there are several silver and gold craftsmen, then blacksmiths who make necessities from the Griya or the priest's house complex. This activity has been around since the village was founded in the 14th century.

In addition to multi-cultural and religious activities, there are beautiful natural scenery in the form of terraced rice fields and hills like Ubud. However, with tourism facilities and accommodations that are not as complete as in Ubud.

Get in
Taxis are hard to find in this area and most trips tend to be by private car or motorbike. Consider booking accommodation with free airport pick-up accommodation as this is the easiest way to reach Budakeling.

Get around
It is recommended to cycle in the west because in the east there are many trucks, then be careful of dogs, stay alert but don't be afraid. However, it is better to go around the village on foot, because some places are not accessible by bicycle.

See

 * Very pastoral, Budakeling offers a chance to observe the daily rhythms of Balinese village life.

Go next

 * Water palace Tirta Gangga is only 10 minutes away by car or scooter, other options are by bicycle or trekking through the rice fields with travel time of 30-60 minutes
 * Sibetan village to try salak wine and see the plantation, only 15 minutes away by car