[Asia Travel] Indonesia: Lombok Island

Lombok Island is a paradise surrounded by beautiful sea and is a famous resort area in Indonesia. Lombok Island can be enjoyed by activities such as trekking in the magnificent nature. This island is gaining popularity as the second resort area after Bali, and in recent years it has become a place where many foreigners visit. It is one of the best beach resort spots in Indonesia.

place

Lombok is an island located in the south of Indonesia.

history

The island was already inhabited in the 6th century BC. In the Middle Ages, kingdoms were established and prospered. In modern times, under the rule of the Majapahit Kingdom, Islamic culture permeated. In modern times, the Lombok War broke out, and there was a long-standing conflict.

climate

Lombok belongs to a tropical monsoon climate. This area is very hot and humid all year round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 33°C throughout the year.

language

The official language of Indonesia is Indonesian. Javanese and Balinese are also spoken.

security

Lombok is one of the best resorts in Indonesia, and due to the large number of foreigners visiting, there are many pickpockets. Please beware of thieves.

Race

Most Indonesians are of Malay ethnicity. There are over 300 other tribes such as the Sunda and Javanese.

industry

Lombok is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Indonesia and has a thriving tourism industry.

religion

Indonesia has a lot of Muslims. Others include Christians, Hindus, Buddhists, and Confucians.

currency

Rupiah is used in Indonesia.

Sightseeing Spot 1 : Mayura Water Palace

A palace in the center of Mataram, Lombok. It was built in 1744 by the Karagasun dynasty, one of the eight kingdoms of Bali. The palace is built on an artificial lake and is connected to the shore by a stone bridge.

Sightseeing Spot 2 : Pura Meru

Head temple of Hindu temples. It has an 11-storey tower dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and a 9-storey tower dedicated to Vishnu and Brahma. You can get to know the Hindu culture of Lombok.

Sightseeing Spot 3 : Museum Negeri Nusa Tenggara Barat

In this museum, you can learn about the culture and history of the ethnic groups of Lombok and Sumbawa, as well as the history of the islands. Traditional farming tools and daily necessities of this area are on display.

Sightseeing Spot 4 : Taman Narmada

It is a detached palace built in 1805 by the Bali Karagasun dynasty that ruled Lombok. The lush and cool garden is a place for locals to relax.

Sightseeing Spot 5 : Pura Suranadi

Suranadi is a place where legend remains that water gushed forth when King Karagasun prayed. It has an old Hindu temple and is a center of Hindu belief.

Sightseeing Spot 6 : Pura Lingsar

Built in 1714, this temple has a history of 300 years. It is a temple worshiped by both Hindus and Muslims, which is very rare in the world.

Sightseeing Spot 7 : Sukarara

A textile village located about 20 kilometers southeast of Mataram, Lombok. In Skalala village, women weave ikat fabric. In Sukarala village, even tourists can buy ikat made in the village.

Sightseeing Spot 8 : Kuta

A fishing village in the south of Lombok island. There are many cheap hotels for backpackers, and many tourists come. There are also restaurants where you can eat cheap and delicious food.

Sightseeing Spot 9 : Senggigi

The white sandy beach, the blue sea, and the palm trees are just what you would expect from a tropical beach resort. A large number of divers come to the place where it is a diving spot in Lombok Island.

Sightseeing Spot 10 : Gili Trawangan

It is a small island in the northwest of Lombok. This area is known as a diving spot and is one of the must go places if you want to dive.

Hotel

Lombok has a wide range of accommodation options. The nearest airport is Lombok International Airport. You can book flights and accommodation from the link below. Other languages are also supported.