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Broken Beach and Pasih Uug: one place, two names
Broken Beach and Pasih Uug refer to the same coastal feature on Nusa Penida. Understanding both names helps you read maps, local signs and travel posts without confusion.
What the names mean
Broken Beach is the English label most visitors and mapping services use for the natural arch on Nusa Penida's west coast. Pasih Uug is the local Balinese name for the same spot; Pasih means sea or beach and Uug means broken or damaged, which matches the open arch in the rock.
Why two names appear together
Government tourism pages for Klungkung and Nusa Penida publish Pasih Uug and Broken Beach side by side, and a 2020 district post retells a local formation legend. Use whichever name your map shows; they point to the same coastal opening.
A note on spelling and labels
You may see Pasih Uug, Pasih Uug Beach or Pantai Pasih Uug. Map labels and village descriptions differ, and the pin sits in Sakti while some regency reports mention Bunga Mekar. Treat the pin as a location reference, not a verified entrance or village boundary.
QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Is Broken Beach the same as Pasih Uug?
Yes. They describe the same natural coastal arch and cove on Nusa Penida. Pasih Uug is the local name, Broken Beach the common English label.
What does Pasih Uug mean?
In local usage Pasih Uug is read as broken sea or broken beach, describing the rock opening carved to the sea. It is a place name, not an official safety rating.
Is it the same as Angel's Billabong?
No. Angel's Billabong is a separate coastal pool formation nearby. Its access and water rules are different and must be checked on their own.
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