Lombok island Indonesia
January 18, 2010
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Lombok Island in Indonesia is only a short ferry ride from Bali around 3 hours. The island lies across the straits from Bali and quickly reached by ferry or plane. Many say that Lombok is like Bali long time ago.
Lombok Island is a tropical paradise with magnificent view stretches from natural beach, excellent diving and snorkeling off the three coral ringed, great crater with High Mountain and traditional native village, ancient temples and palaces
Lombok is about three-quarter the size of Bali and is estimated to have approximately 3 million inhabitants making it slightly more densely populated than Bali.
Traveling in Lombok is much more relaxed than Bali but once you get out the main of tourist sections, it is not as well maintained. In Lombok you can found traditional vehicles that called Cidomo (horse drawn cart)
Mataram and the Dutch influenced Ampenan are bustling little town, approximately 90% of the population is Sasak with the majority of the remaining 10% claiming Balinese lineage. The Sasaks are Moslem there are still evidence of Hindu and Wetu Telu an animistic faith that has incorporated some aspects of Islam into its practice.
The Sasaks people are much more conservative by culture than and not as open as their more famous Balinese neighbors and fare poorly in comparison. This may be due in part to the lack of interaction with visitors but whatever reason pay no mind the more you learn about Lombok, the more you’ll appreciate the people and the friendlier the seem to become. People in Lombok are not as inclusive by nature as the Balinese and it takes more time to get to know them. Be respectful.
Some 85.000 Balinese live in west Lombok, descendants of 18th century invaders. Lombok’s Balinese maintain a network of temples and rituals. But the native of Lombok’s the Sasaks are muslims, and their art and religius life are quite distict.
Simple accommodations mingle with luxury resorts; the center of the area is always crowded and further north it is more pleasant and peaceful. Senggigi Beach hotel is the oldest luxury hotel with Senggigi Palace Hotel to the south, and Park Royal Hotel, Holiday Inn and Patra Jasa Hotel further north. The Oberoi Hotel is located at Oberoi Beach.
Gili Air.
1000 people mostly live in the south of this 100+ ha island. the waters are crystal clear, but snorkeling is marred by limited fish and seasonal stinging jellyfish. Best sunbathing and snorkeling area are next to Boroang Scuba shop. At the reef;s edge the coral slopes down to the 14-20 meter bottom. The west coast is barren, although you might see a school of Napeoleon wrasse. The island has a small bare bones clinic
Gili Meno
Only few people live here and there are the fewest losmen as well, Just island from the west coast is a large salt lake. The best snorkeling is off the northeast coast. famous for blue corral and clouds of colorful fish.
Gili Trawangan
The island of Lombok has a large of beautiful beaches; there are Senggigi Beach, Pura Batu Bolong Beach and Kuta Beach
Sengkol- Rambitan and Sade are village that center of traditional Sasak Culture.
Kuta Lombok
The sand bach extends along a coastal road to the gorgeous by of Tanjung Aan. Big waves cash with impressive booming sprays on the rocky islets, while seaweed grows on bamboo frames. Great surfing along turqoise waters. the view is stupendouse.
Lombok Island is a tropical paradise with magnificent view stretches from natural beach, excellent diving and snorkeling off the three coral ringed, great crater with High Mountain and traditional native village, ancient temples and palaces
Lombok is about three-quarter the size of Bali and is estimated to have approximately 3 million inhabitants making it slightly more densely populated than Bali.
Traveling in Lombok is much more relaxed than Bali but once you get out the main of tourist sections, it is not as well maintained. In Lombok you can found traditional vehicles that called Cidomo (horse drawn cart)
Mataram and the Dutch influenced Ampenan are bustling little town, approximately 90% of the population is Sasak with the majority of the remaining 10% claiming Balinese lineage. The Sasaks are Moslem there are still evidence of Hindu and Wetu Telu an animistic faith that has incorporated some aspects of Islam into its practice.
The Sasaks people are much more conservative by culture than and not as open as their more famous Balinese neighbors and fare poorly in comparison. This may be due in part to the lack of interaction with visitors but whatever reason pay no mind the more you learn about Lombok, the more you’ll appreciate the people and the friendlier the seem to become. People in Lombok are not as inclusive by nature as the Balinese and it takes more time to get to know them. Be respectful.
The Geography of Lombok Island
Lombok is Indonesia’s new in destination with more than 100,000 foreign tourist annually. Lombok’s area and population 4.740 square kilometers and 2.3 million people- are both just slightly smaller than Bali’s.Some 85.000 Balinese live in west Lombok, descendants of 18th century invaders. Lombok’s Balinese maintain a network of temples and rituals. But the native of Lombok’s the Sasaks are muslims, and their art and religius life are quite distict.
One group hold to a mixture of religion and culture calles Islam Watu Telu “Three Times Islam” The island. about 80 kilometers north-south and 70 km east-west, is dominated by Gunung Rinjani, Indonesia highest volcano and the second highest point in the archipelago.
Lombok is famous for its ikat cloth, pottery and basket weaving. Most foreign visitor come to the west coast beach resort of Senggigi, the “three Gilis” with some discovering Kuta Beach and Ekas bay to the south. A well-maintained road connect Lombok’s three district: west Central and East. The rainy season is October to March.
Lombok is famous for its ikat cloth, pottery and basket weaving. Most foreign visitor come to the west coast beach resort of Senggigi, the “three Gilis” with some discovering Kuta Beach and Ekas bay to the south. A well-maintained road connect Lombok’s three district: west Central and East. The rainy season is October to March.
Senggigi Beach. north from Ampenan, the road rises over gentle hills and then drop down to the coast at along . curved beach, with a panoramic view of splendid coconut groves and colorful catamarans. Fishermen set out at sunset in a long line, ther lamps forming a beatiful display.
From Lembar ferry terminal, Mabua charter minibuses run to Senggigi, and bemos along Saleh Sungkar road in Ampenan charge a modest fare. Rows of hotels grow by the month along the 20 kilometers from Batubolong to Pamenang.
Simple accommodations mingle with luxury resorts; the center of the area is always crowded and further north it is more pleasant and peaceful. Senggigi Beach hotel is the oldest luxury hotel with Senggigi Palace Hotel to the south, and Park Royal Hotel, Holiday Inn and Patra Jasa Hotel further north. The Oberoi Hotel is located at Oberoi Beach.
Pura Batubolong, The “Holed Stone” is a Balinese temple atop sea cliffs next to Senggigi, Offering good view of Bali’s Mt Agung at Sunset.
Gili Islands. Three islands (gili in Sasak) off the northwest coast rate with Senggigi as Lombok’s most popular tourist destination, with a wonderful view of Mt Rinjani to the east. From July to September, lots of tourist come for the white sandy beaches. Inexpensive bungalows and clear waters for snorkeling.
Bugis migrants from South Sulawesi have intermarried with local Sasaks and their main activities are coconut growing, fishing and cattle raising. Take a public minibus from Mataram 20 kilometers northwards to Pemenang. Along the road, Sidemen is famous for red palm sugar. the road drops down to Pamenang pas bands of monkeys expecting handouts. A 1,5 km road leads to Bangsal harbor, accessed by public bemos or by hired car. From Bangsal passenger boat run from early morning to late afternoon. A charter boat takes 20-45 mins to look at all three islands. Travel agencies and diving centers organize all-in snorkeling day tours. In the high season it is almost impossible to get a room after 10 am. Bungalows on stils have simple bamboo furniture, dining facilities, mosquito nets and toilets are available.
Gili Islands. Three islands (gili in Sasak) off the northwest coast rate with Senggigi as Lombok’s most popular tourist destination, with a wonderful view of Mt Rinjani to the east. From July to September, lots of tourist come for the white sandy beaches. Inexpensive bungalows and clear waters for snorkeling.
Bugis migrants from South Sulawesi have intermarried with local Sasaks and their main activities are coconut growing, fishing and cattle raising. Take a public minibus from Mataram 20 kilometers northwards to Pemenang. Along the road, Sidemen is famous for red palm sugar. the road drops down to Pamenang pas bands of monkeys expecting handouts. A 1,5 km road leads to Bangsal harbor, accessed by public bemos or by hired car. From Bangsal passenger boat run from early morning to late afternoon. A charter boat takes 20-45 mins to look at all three islands. Travel agencies and diving centers organize all-in snorkeling day tours. In the high season it is almost impossible to get a room after 10 am. Bungalows on stils have simple bamboo furniture, dining facilities, mosquito nets and toilets are available.
Gili Air.
1000 people mostly live in the south of this 100+ ha island. the waters are crystal clear, but snorkeling is marred by limited fish and seasonal stinging jellyfish. Best sunbathing and snorkeling area are next to Boroang Scuba shop. At the reef;s edge the coral slopes down to the 14-20 meter bottom. The west coast is barren, although you might see a school of Napeoleon wrasse. The island has a small bare bones clinic
Gili Meno
Only few people live here and there are the fewest losmen as well, Just island from the west coast is a large salt lake. The best snorkeling is off the northeast coast. famous for blue corral and clouds of colorful fish.
Gili Trawangan
Lombok Landmark & Museum
Mataram is the capital of West of Nusa tenggara Province with its famous landmark, Pura Meru Temple in Cakranegara city. Another of Balinese origin is the famous Taman Narmada, the place to worship Shiwa.Narmada is historical place that use to be a palace fo Anak Agung Gede Ngurah, one of Balinese King which was built in 1805. here you see the miniature of mount Rinjani and Segara Anak Lake with a holy temple of the top. You can see another temple like Pura Lingsar dan Pura Suranadi
The island of Lombok has a large of beautiful beaches; there are Senggigi Beach, Pura Batu Bolong Beach and Kuta Beach
- Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air
- Sendang Gile Water Fall,
Sengkol- Rambitan and Sade are village that center of traditional Sasak Culture.
Kuta Lombok
The sand bach extends along a coastal road to the gorgeous by of Tanjung Aan. Big waves cash with impressive booming sprays on the rocky islets, while seaweed grows on bamboo frames. Great surfing along turqoise waters. the view is stupendouse.
East Lombok
North of Sikur, Loyok specializes in Bamboo and palm leaf handicrafts. Kotaraja’s blacksmiths use traditional techniques to forge farming implements. Tetebatu village 2km north is a mountain resort, with mongkey forest nearby. The 50meters high waterfall Jeruk manis.
Mount Rinjani Lombok
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