Tabanan has long reigned as Bali’s rice bowl—and it’s easy to see why. While the town itself may not boast standout landmarks, the surrounding countryside is a visual feast. Drive beyond the main roads and you’ll be swept into a lush landscape of emerald terraces, alive with the rhythms of rural life. Every village you pass whispers the legacy of the subak, Bali’s ancient and ingenious irrigation system—an intricate web of hand-dug canals, bamboo sluices, and terraced dams, possibly dating as far back as the 7th century. Head east into the hills, and you'll find some of Bali’s most breathtaking rice fields—undulating green carpets that shimmer in the sunlight, offering unforgettable scenes for curious travellers and photographers alike.
