| Lombok is an exotic destination, located about 40 | | | | activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling. Gili |
| km east of Bali and west of the Sumbawa | | | | Islands are much popular among the westerners |
| Islands, in the West Nusa Tenggara Province in | | | | as well as travelers looking for a secluded island |
| Indonesia. Occupying an area of more than 4500 | | | | experience. |
| square kilometers, Lombok consists of several | | | | Another unbelievable beach in the island is Kuta, |
| tiny islands, and looks like what Bali was more | | | | situated on the south coast of the island. During |
| than 25 years ago. | | | | the low tides, the beach becomes a shallow water |
| The island can be easily reached from Bali through | | | | pool with turquoise blue water, thereby making it |
| an enjoyable boat ride or via a 30-minutes flight | | | | a haven for swimming. Tanjung Aan and Gerupak |
| from Denpasar International Airport in Bali. | | | | are the other popular beaches in the area. |
| Lombok is made up of three administrative | | | | However, the attractions in Lombok are not just |
| regions: Central Lombok, West Lombok, and | | | | beaches, but beyond that. Many of the prime |
| Eastern Lombok. Mataram, located to the west, is | | | | attractions in Lombok are centered around its |
| the administrative capital as well as the largest | | | | capital city, Mataram, which is also the seat of |
| city in the island. Lombok's other prominent two | | | | administration of the island. Mataram has |
| cities are Selong in the east and Praya in the | | | | something for everyone. For instance, if you are |
| center. | | | | an art and culture lover, then take a tour to the |
| Dominated by the magnificent Mount Rinjani, | | | | Mataram main square, where art exhibitions and |
| perched about 3500 meters above sea level - | | | | puppet shows are organized. Sightseeing options |
| Lombok has more than a dozen of incredible | | | | are also aplenty in Mataram, and just few among |
| beaches, and is much favored for its beautiful | | | | them are Karang Bayan Traditional Village, |
| landscapes comprising charming mountainsides, | | | | Narmada Park, Mayura and Bale Kambang, and |
| towering volcanoes, swaying palm trees, and | | | | Mayura Water Palace. |
| stunning bamboo plantations. The island, with its | | | | A plenty of sightseeing options are also available in |
| incredible sandy beaches, becomes truly magical | | | | Lombok cities such as Cakranegara, which is |
| when twilight sets in. In deed, Lombok is truly a | | | | regarded as the commercial center of the island |
| paradise, and no wonder why vacationers including | | | | and inhabited by Chinese and Balinese |
| honeymooners visit this amazing destination | | | | communities. The focal point of the city is the |
| year-round. | | | | Paru Meru, the largest temple in Lombok. Many of |
| Most popular among the attractions of Lombok is | | | | the restaurants and outlets found here are owned |
| undoubtedly its beaches, of which perhaps the | | | | by Chinese; hence this city is sometimes referred |
| most prominent is Senggigi. A perfect spot to | | | | to as the Chinatown. Also, a popular city is |
| relax and unwind, Senggigi is an awesome beach | | | | Ampenan, a port town which is home to the only |
| resort area, boasting of an array of white sandy | | | | airport in Lombok. Not to miss attractions in the |
| beaches as well as safe swimming areas. The | | | | city are the Water Temple of Pura Segara on the |
| central region of Senggigi has some excellent | | | | northern shores of Ampenan and the Negeri Nusa |
| spots for enjoying surfing. The vivid reef seen | | | | Tenggara Barat museum. |
| here forms shelter for a variety of rare species | | | | Lombok has a great number of hotels to cater to |
| of marine life. In addition, its elegantly shaped coral | | | | every taste and budget. For those who want to |
| makes it an excellent spot for snorkeling. Senggigi | | | | experience the tranquility of Lombok in luxury, |
| also provides superb facilities for activities such as | | | | then some excellent choices are available in the |
| canoeing and boating. | | | | form of upscale hotels with rooms appointed with |
| Excellent beaches are also found in the Gili Islands, | | | | top-end amenities. Some hotels provide packages |
| located off the north-west coast of Lombok. An | | | | inclusive of sightseeing and facilities for enjoying a |
| archipelago of three stunning islands such as Gili | | | | continuum of activities such as trekking, |
| Air, Gili Meno, and Gili Trawangan, Gili's each island | | | | snorkeling, diving, golfing, and surfing. There are |
| features superb white sandy beaches, picturesque | | | | also hotels providing superb packages for |
| coral reefs, azure blue water, and multi-colored | | | | conducting beach weddings in Lombok. |
| fish, all of them making it a great spot for | | | | |