GIANYAR
Gianyar
is the rich artistic district and has given Bali much of
its character as a heart of vision. The specialty of this
area is woven kain endek used in customary wear. Beside
that, some of the most important archeological sites also
exist in Gianyar. The majority is located in the Pejeng
area, 4 km from Ubud, known as a home to one of South East
Asia's oldest artifacts, a huge kettledrum known as the
moon of Pejeng, a relic from the Bronze Age.
The district of Gianyar is the center of
Balinese culture, rich in history and artifacts. Gianyar's
history is arguably the most fascinating in Bali. The town
of Gianyar itself is a small administrative town, home to
one of the best preserved palaces on the island, but unfortunately
closed to visitors.
