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Rice terraces

Ubud, known as the real Bali, has spectacular rice terraces located in and around central Ubud. The most famous rice terraces are located in Tegallalang, just 20 minutes from Ubud. It has taken over 1000 years of improvement to create the terraces, which are known as “sacred architecture”. It is work of pure mastery. The terraces function as water irrigation system that conserves soil and preserve water. The water system directs the flow of water through a complex of channels, canals and tunnels to reach each rice field within the area. Each area is owned by Subak who are responsible for the management of the water system, the flow of water and the schedules of planting. They also organize the ritual offerings to the rice temples and ensure the land is clean and free from disturbance. There are many “field shrines” dedicated to the Balinese Rice Goddess Batari Sri Dewi. In traditional or natural farming, farmers use natural methods to help grow crops. “Dirty ducks” are a common sight in the rice fields. They clean the fields of pests and fertilize the land. The rice terraces are widely considered one of the most beautiful man-made “wonders” of the world.

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Philippines is just a tiny speck when you look at your world map. It is known as the “Pearl in the Orient”. Even though modest, this country is one of the most incredible in Asia with rich culture, traditions and background since it was colonized by several foreign countries for centuries such as Spain, Japan and the United States. Cebu is among the most contemporary as well as highly developed provinces in the Philippines. Cebu’s capital city with the same name is the center of trade, commerce, business and schooling in the Visayas region. Visayas lies among the two other principal islands of the country – Luzon and Mindanao. Cebu’s elegance has amazed many foreigners who go to the province and was lately named the 4th Best Island Location in Asia by a UK magazine called Conde’ Nast Traveler.

Cebu is precisely located east of Negros and west of Leyte and Bohol, equally amazing individual island provinces. Although the land is modest, it has an astounding three.5 million populace and growing rapidly each and every year. For the Cebuanos, the folks of Cebu believe that having a significant family is their pride and glory. Cebuano families are considered to be close knit. The province of Cebu is the ideal getaway for outdoor enthusiasts since it is surrounded by other stunning 167 islands.

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