Mas
Section of Populated Place Balinese village known for traditional woodcarving
The village of Mas near Ubud on Bali’s central ridge, known for generations of woodcarvers and small galleries where visitors watch artisans and buy carved pieces.
Mas is a village in central Bali, Indonesia, in the Gianyar area near Ubud that is traditionally associated with woodcarving and visual arts. The settlement hosts a concentration of family-run workshops and galleries producing carved panels, statues and decorative arts.
Shoppers and visitors go to see craftsmen at work, buy finished carvings and visit small studios and galleries that line the village streets. The area functions as a living craft centre rather than a single museum or gallery.
The village’s craft tradition has been maintained over generations as part of Bali’s wider artistic culture, with workshops producing items for local use, temples and the tourist market.
Mas sits within Gianyar Regency just outside the town of Ubud in central Bali, reachable by short road journeys from Ubud’s center.
- Artisan village: A traditional Balinese village known for woodcarving and artistic workshops, located a few kilometres from Ubud in central Bali.
What to See #
- Carving workshops and galleries: Clusters of family-run workshops and galleries where artisans carve wood, produce reliefs and sell finished pieces directly from studios.
How to Get to Mas #
Mas lies approximately 5-10 minutes’ drive south of central Ubud on Jalan Raya Ubud / Jalan Mas. It is easily reached by taxi or scooter from Ubud’s centre.
Tips for Visiting Mas #
- Visit workshops in the morning when artisans are carving and finishing pieces.
- Ask to see the process rather than only the finished goods - the differences between finishings explain price.
- Buy from established galleries or workshops and confirm provenance for larger purchases.
Best Time to Visit Mas #
For Bali's woodcarving villages, the dry season (April-October) is the most comfortable for visiting workshops and walking between studios.
Weather & Climate near Mas #
Mas's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1974 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (306 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (210 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm).
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November
November is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (246 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
