Xandra Dekker's video: Royal Palace Puri Saren Agung in Ubud dating back to sixteenth century Bali Indonesia

The palace of the ancient kings of Ubud is located in the center of the town. Build in the sixteenth century. In the 30s of the last century, even before the Indonesian independence, the monarchy was abolished. The palace is now on display largely free, but still live at the back of the royal family descendants. The grandeur of Ubuds royal palace dating back to the 1890s, the time of warlord Cokorda Gede Sukawati. The current walls and elegant gates are predominantly the work of the master I Gusti Nyoman Lempad. The puri (palace) remains influential and gives lot of money to local ceremonies. There are regular dance performances given in the palace. For more information about Bali: http://bali-divine-island.blogspot.nl/