Wellness-Boom in Indonesien: Bali: Wie Ubud vom Künstlerdorf zum Kultort wurde
Spätestens seit „Eat Pray Love“ in die Kinos kam, hat Ubud endgültig die Weltbühne betreten. Der Ort auf Bali lockt ebenso Yogis wie digitale Nomaden. Hat der Massentourismus den Zauber zerstört?
Bali's Ubud has undergone a wellness boom, transforming from a modest artist's village to a global wellness destination. The serene green heart of Bali is a place where people seek a second home, whether they live there or visit temporarily. Ubud offers an array of wellness offerings, including yoga, meditation, sound healing, massages, and holistic treatments.
Its name, meaning "medicine," signifies its reputation for holistic well-being. Ubud's fame dates back a century when German painter Walter Spies introduced the village to Europe in the late 1920s. Alongside Dutch artist Rudolf Bonnet, Spies turned Ubud into a hub for international artists, welcoming luminaries such as Charlie Chaplin and Margaret Mead.
The iconic Tjampuhan Hotel, now an exclusive accommodation, stands where Spies once welcomed renowned figures. In recent decades, Ubud has evolved from a retreat for backpackers and seekers of tranquility to a buzzing wellness destination. The 2006 bestseller "Eat Pray Love" by Elizabeth Gilbert catapulted Ubud to global fame, as did the subsequent Hollywood film starring Julia Roberts.
Since then, Ubud has seen a surge in wellness tourism, with over three million foreign visitors annually. Despite the influx of tour buses and monkeys, Ubud's spiritual aura remains intact, attracting those seeking a deeper connection with their inner selves.
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