Ubud Palace

Ubud Palace, officially Puri Saren Agung, is the historic royal palace located in central Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali. Built during the reign of Ida Tjokorda Putu Kandel (1800–1823), it remains the residence of the Ubud royal family. Notable for its well-preserved traditional Balinese architecture, ornate gates and courtyards, the palace is a cultural landmark opposite Ubud Art Market and hosts nightly traditional dance performances.

Visitors can expect a compact palace complex in central Ubud with ornate carved gates, open courtyards, traditional Balinese pavilions (bale), stone carvings and well-maintained gardens. The palace is still occupied by the royal family, so only parts are accessible to the public. The forecourt and main courtyard are open for sightseeing and photography, with information displays about royal history. In the evenings, the outer courtyard hosts traditional Balinese dance performances such as Legong and Barong against the illuminated palace backdrop.

Built during the reign of Ida Tjokorda Putu Kandel (1800-1823), the first king of the Ubud Kingdom. The palace has served as the official residence of the Ubud royal family for generations and was substantially preserved after damage from the 1917 earthquake. It remains a symbol of the historical Ubud Kingdom and its role in the development of Ubud as a cultural center.

A major center for Balinese art and culture, the palace has historically patronized traditional dance, music and crafts. It continues to host nightly performances of Legong, Barong and other classical Balinese dances, preserving and showcasing Balinese performing arts for visitors and the local community.