Lombok - A New Bali?
Being only an hours' flight or about 3 hours by ferry from Bali, Lombok is becoming increasingly popular. Currently there are 8 airlines that operate out of Lombok International Airport. The airport offers nonstop flights to 6 cities and has at least 180 domestic flights and 3 international flights depart from Lombok each week.
Aside from its close proximity to Bali, it has many reasons why tourists are flocking there, in preference to Bali. It is unmistakably Indonesian, but with an identity all of its own. The Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air) off the North Western coast of Lombok Island, are also very popular. They are relaxed and offer snorkeling around stunning reefs where tropical fish eat from your hands, pristine beaches and a very relaxed atmosphere. Gili Trawangan has cycle or horse and cart trips around the island for something different. Lombok is home to the second tallest volcano in Indonesia, Mount Rinjani which sits just shy of 3,800m above sea level, and some amazing waterfalls in the island's national parks.
The Sasak people are the root of Lombok. Sade village is the home of the Sasak people. There, you can see their traditional houses of clay, bamboo and grass, and tradition that they still preserve today. This includes weaving and a unique marriage tradition, along with 'Peresehan', a unique martial art practiced by many in the small community.
Mataram is the capital city of West Nusa Tenggara province, and is sited on the Western side of the island of Lombok. It is also the largest city of the province, and has a population of around 430,000. There are many attractions in Mataram like the Islamic Center Mosque, beautiful beaches (that include beautiful sunsets), shopping malls like Mataram Mall and Lombok Epicentrum Mall. museums, temples, botanical gardens and a lot more. Hotels and restaurants are plentiful and cater for all budgets.
If you are in the market for a business in Lombok, please feel free to see what is currently available at our West Nusa Tenggara businesses for sale page.
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Although originally from Melbourne, Australia, Ken has lived and worked in nearly all major cities in Australia and, since 2005, SE Asia. He has founded, operated and partnered in companies, partnerships and sole trader businesses in three countries. His particular passion is small business and all of his companies today are based in Thailand and are real estate related. |
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