It has long been touted as the ‘next Bali’, but Lombok offers its own version of Indonesian culture and society
Author: chris hodges
Lombok Beaches
Lombok is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Indonesia. Here is a short list of our faves.
Lombok Waterfalls
Lombok is blessed with an abundance of beautiful waterfalls, thanks largely to the rugged, rain-forested terrain descending from Mt Rinjani.
Rinjani & Samalas
Lake Anak Segara with Mt Rinjani in the background. Standing at 3726 metres, Mt Rinjani is Indoneia’s second tallest volcano.
Tete Batu – Ubud Without the Tourists
The terraced rice fields of Tete Batu offer travellers a glimpse of what Ubud might have been like before mass-tourism.
Island Hopping around Lombok
In addition to the majestic beauty of Lombok’s rainforests and coastline, Lombok is surrounded by literally hundreds of smaller islands
Mataram City – Overview
Mataram is the capital city of Lombok and is made up of four precincts – Ampenan, Mataram, Cakranegara and Sweta
The Old Town, Ampenan
Ampenan has been a central meeting point for fishermen and traders from all over Indonesia since the early 14th century.
Things to See and Do around Mataram
The Sasak and Balinese communities of Mataram share a cultural history which has left an indelible mark on the city.
Signature Dishes of Lombok
The Sasak people of Lombok have a number of traditional dishes for visitors to enjoy. The following is a brief