The quickest way to get to Jatiluwih, from Kuta, is to shoot to to head towards Tabanan, taking the road north to Singaraja, when you see the sign. Jatiluwih is really just a mountain village, but the area around it is known by that name. You head up almost as far as Bedugal, looking out for a small sign on the corner of the street. The windy rutted street at first alows a maximum speed of about 10mph, but then gets faster. The great thnig about this route, is that it steps straight of the ‘fast track’ main road, and straight into gorgeous rice fields and a totally different reality.
Jatiluwih is located in the north of Tabanan district, 13km due north of the town of Tabanan. Of course there is no road that goes straight to Jatiluwih, which is part of the attraction. A World Heritage site, noted for its sawah (rice terraces), Jatiluwih is a quiet part of Bali, that does attracts some day trippers in small white tourist vans, but never the crowds of the southern coast.
cloudy conditions and rain is always a possibility. It isn’t unpleasant at all and lovely to see the island looking so fertile. The small lanes twist and turn, meaning you have to keep your eyes on the road. Often a 4-way junction will appear, without sign posting, although at most of the major intersections (in that they link small, but strategic roads) have sign posts. One way to judge a possible route is to look at the quality of the road. If its relatively smooth and new, it gets used a lot, meaning there will be another decent road at the end of it. It the road soon turns into a bumpy, pot-holed backwater, you’d best turn around unless you have the time for a serious adventure. A wrong turn can often lead to stunning scenery and a nice surprise. Bali is small and navigational errors rarely lead to anything you can’t deal with.
Jatiluwih is located in the north of Tabanan district, 13km due north of the town of Tabanan. Of course there is no road that goes straight to Jatiluwih, which is part of the attraction. A World Heritage site, noted for its sawah (rice terraces), Jatiluwih is a quiet part of Bali, that does attracts some day trippers in small white tourist vans, but never the crowds of the southern coast.
cloudy conditions and rain is always a possibility. It isn’t unpleasant at all and lovely to see the island looking so fertile. The small lanes twist and turn, meaning you have to keep your eyes on the road. Often a 4-way junction will appear, without sign posting, although at most of the major intersections (in that they link small, but strategic roads) have sign posts. One way to judge a possible route is to look at the quality of the road. If its relatively smooth and new, it gets used a lot, meaning there will be another decent road at the end of it. It the road soon turns into a bumpy, pot-holed backwater, you’d best turn around unless you have the time for a serious adventure. A wrong turn can often lead to stunning scenery and a nice surprise. Bali is small and navigational errors rarely lead to anything you can’t deal with.
The expanse of rice terraces of Jatiluwih made me feel small. As I trudged on the narrow trail of earth surrounding the wet fields, I became just a speck in the world of green. Peace befell me that moment. Then I had to leave its embrace.
Most people come to Bali to experience the marvelously rich culture heritage; some come for the beaches and the waves; some come for meeting and convention; others for pure relaxation. But if you are a nature lover don’t miss Jatiluwih, is a breathtaking panorama of genuine and fertile rice fields stretch from the foothills of Batukaru volcano to the south coast.
If you see farmers are working the rice, planting or harvesting, and if you are interested in experience it, you can stop and joint them, you will be welcomed gladly. “Alo turis, alo turis!” followed by giggles is the standard greeting from children everywhere on Bali. Older people will be more sedate but their curious eyes will follow you, as will their more modest greeting of “mau kemana” (where are you going). Traveling in Bali can be exhilarating and getting off the beaten track can take you right to the heart of Balinese life, although you don’t have to stray far to feel it.
Almost everyone up here are involved in agriculture, mainly growing of rice. Many of the old traditions are still maintained, even today you can see a farmer plowing his fields with water buffaloes.
Most people come to Bali to experience the marvelously rich culture heritage; some come for the beaches and the waves; some come for meeting and convention; others for pure relaxation. But if you are a nature lover don’t miss Jatiluwih, is a breathtaking panorama of genuine and fertile rice fields stretch from the foothills of Batukaru volcano to the south coast.
If you see farmers are working the rice, planting or harvesting, and if you are interested in experience it, you can stop and joint them, you will be welcomed gladly. “Alo turis, alo turis!” followed by giggles is the standard greeting from children everywhere on Bali. Older people will be more sedate but their curious eyes will follow you, as will their more modest greeting of “mau kemana” (where are you going). Traveling in Bali can be exhilarating and getting off the beaten track can take you right to the heart of Balinese life, although you don’t have to stray far to feel it.
Almost everyone up here are involved in agriculture, mainly growing of rice. Many of the old traditions are still maintained, even today you can see a farmer plowing his fields with water buffaloes.
A trip to Jatiluwih can be combined with a visit to Gunung Batukau and the Pura Luhur Batukau temple at the foot of this mountain, you can also make a stop at the hot springs at Yeh Panes along the road to Batukau.
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